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Feeling stuck with heartworm prevention?Here's how to open the door to more adherence from veterinary clients and make your program a better fit.
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How to identify the cause of weight loss in geriatric catsUnfortunately, weight changes in older cats are often attributed merely to aging, so clients may not seek veterinary care or veterinarians may inadvertently delay a diagnostic workup until marked weight loss is evident or additional clinical signs arise. Starting with a detailed history, work your way through a complete workup in these patients.
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Porcine insulin zinc suspension in the management of feline diabetes mellitus (Sponsored by Intervet Schering-Plough Animal Health)Vetsulin (porcine insulin zinc suspension) is approved by the FDA for reducing hyperglycemia and hyperglycemia-associated clinical signs in cats with diabetes mellitus.
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Diagnosing fatal sinker syndrome and implementing treatment Plan APart 4 in a series on understanding the disease progression of abnormal hoof anatomy.
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Put unused space to work as a central pharmacyScattered inventory and inefficient procedures cost you time and money. Here's a solution.
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Immune-mediated thrombocytopenia in dogs: Is vaccination a factor?A recent report looks into whether veterinarians should be concerned with immunization in dogs with a history of this disease.
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CVC Highlight: Clearing it all up: A review of new dermatology drugsVeterinary dermatologist Dr. Patrick Hensel presents some of the newer drugs at your disposal.
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Current concepts in the management of osteoarthritis (Sponsored by Iams)Medical treatment of osteoarthritis is multifaceted and includes physical modalities, controlled exercise, weight reduction, slow-acting disease-modifying osteoarthritic agents, alteration of the environment, and anti-inflammatory medications.
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Meet the mutt-ley crew of bad dog behaviorsLets learn what Elvis Presley, Steppenwolf and George Thorogood can teach us to coach pet owners through their precocious pooches bad manners.
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Lighten Up: Make your staff meetings more productivePhoenix, Ariz. - Veterinary medicine is stressful. The workday is filled with responsibilities, decision-making and time constraints. Staff meetings can be extremely stressful, especially when they turn into gripe sessions. Humor will help alleviate stress, and the result is a more productive meeting.
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Editors' Note: Our new home is your new online resource: dvm360.comVeterinary Medicine has found a good home at dvm360.com.
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Toxicology Brief: Phenylpropanolamine toxicosis in dogs and catsThis drug is used primarily to treat urinary incontinence secondary to urethral sphincter hypotonia.
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Recent pet food contaminations: what to expect in the future (Proceedings)It is not uncommon for veterinarians working with companion animals to run into suspected intoxications, especially when multiple animals from the same household are affected.
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Obesity: Health and mobility risks (Sponsored by Iams)About 50% of dogs in the United States between the ages of 5 and 10 years are overweight or obese.
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Practical Matters: Artificial tears are vital in treating dry eyeKeratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), or dry eye, is a painful condition in which tear production is decreased or absent and the cornea becomes dry and irritated. If the condition is left untreated, loss of vision can result.
