Preventive Medicine
Canine Parvovirus Vaccination
Parvovirus is a serious disease that can be readily prevented with the vaccine.
Soft Tissue Surgery
Surgical Management of Canine Liver Masses
The prognosis is good for dogs with massive hepatocellular carcinoma, especially given the liver has an enormous capacity for regeneration.
Dermatology
A Clinical Approach to Alopecia in Cats
The workup of alopecia in cats involves a combination of thorough history, categorization, and use of targeted investigative techniques.
Clinical Pathology
Improving Patient Outcomes Through Antibiotic Stewardship
Antibiotic stewardship is good medicine. Veterinarians and clients should continue to work toward producing a positive clinical outcome while simultaneously minimizing the promotion of antibiotic resistance.Integrative Medicine
Hyperbaric and Laser Therapy for Acute Wound Pressure Necrosis
This case report discusses the use of hyperbaric oxygen and high-intensity laser therapy to reverse the effects of accidental limb constriction from improper bandaging.
Endocrinology
Desoxycorticosterone Pivalate for Dogs With Addison’s Disease
DOCP is a safe and effective mineralocorticoid replacement therapy when used in dogs with primary hypoadrenocorticism.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Managing Urolithiasis in Dogs
This article gives an overview of stone formation, clinical signs, diagnostic tests, types of stones, as well as medical and nonmedical dissolution plans.
Nutrition
Nutrition for Small Animal Cancer Patients
Clients will have questions about popular “cancer diets,” making it critical for practitioners to understand how they might affect a patient.Infectious Disease
Giardiasis in Dogs
Dogs with giardiasis can experience a range of clinical signs, including diarrhea, but a significant proportion are asymptomatic.
Infectious Disease
Rabies Vaccination in Dogs
Diligent vaccination programs are essential in preventing rabies from becoming more common in dogs.