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Just Ask the Expert: My kitten is cute, but I'm exhausted.
Kittens can be adorable, insane bundles of energy come nighttime. Veterinary behaviorist Dr. John Ciribassi discusses tips to give clients exhausted by their new pals.
Shelters too quick to label dogs pit bulls, study finds
UF investigation highlights potentially dangerous implications of labeling shelter animals pit bulls.
Human pharmacists are filling more pet prescriptions. Are you worried?
Veterinarians and pharmacists both responded to a recent study about their views on human pharmacies filling pet prescriptions. Take a look at this dataand get a peek at the future.
Zoetis receives FDA approval for monthly flea-tick chewable
New drug in isoxazoline class lasts 35 days without drop in efficacy, company reports.
Low Rectal Temperature Linked to Death in Pet Rabbits
A recent study has found that low rectal temperature at the time of hospital admission is a significant predictor of death in pet rabbits.
A booster should do it! Updated rabies guidelines advise less dire protocols
Quarantine or euthanasia no longer called for in exposed animals with an out-of-date rabies vaccination status.
Make me famous!
A tip to show off your veterinary patients-and get even more to frequent your practice.
Flint water crisis threatens residents and their pets
Michigan state veterinarian provides information, resources to pet owners concerned about the effects of lead-tainted water on their animals.
Combining Exercise with Calorie Control Helps Dogs Preserve Muscle Mass
Adding controlled physical exercise to a weight loss program for pet dogs helps preserve muscle mass more effectively than calorie restriction alone.
Vandalism turned learning tool
Anatomy students at the University of Illinois now have brightly painted skulls to help them learn difficult structures.
Pennsylvania veterinarian facing animal cruelty charges
Dozens of animals removed from property, including 16 severely emaciated horses.
Honest toy reviews by dogs
Chew on this: Dogs product test the toys and chews their pet owners are serving up so satisfy their chew and play needs.
When it comes to nasal tumors, the nose knows
Paying attention to clues will tell you where the tumor is, what type it is and, most important, how to treat it.
Up to scratch
What are you doing to get cats into your practice? Here's what your peers said.
Can we quantify the true cost of veterinary student debt?
The burden of paying down student debt early in their careers plays a significant role in new graduates' lifestyle satisfaction.
Letter to dvm360: One readers thoughts on student debt and subsidized veterinary care
Veterinarian urges colleagues to consider inflation in student debt discussions, adjust terminology for services provided by humane nonprofit facilities.
Poo: A flowchart.
It's the scourge of veterinarians and veterinary team members everywhere. Ask yourself: Do you smell like poo?
Social Behavior in Chimps Improves Gut Microbe Diversity
Chimpanzees that socialize more have a greater diversity of bacteria in their gut.
Are Disease-Resistant Pigs the Future?
Forget designer babies; let's talk about disease-resistant pigs.
Battling Fatigued Cattle Syndrome: Beta Agonists are not to Blame
Researchers from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine, and the Department of Animal Science at Texas Tech University recently ruled out beta agonists.
Chickens Playing Their Part to Fight Rare Disease
The FDA approved a breakthrough therapy to fight a rare disease, and some may be surprised to learn that chickens are the main source of this life-saving medicine.
Recent Developments in Cancer Immunotherapy for Veterinary Patients
Recent advances have led to immunotherapy that is not only changing the standard of care for human cancer patients, but also moving to the forefront of cancer treatment options for veterinary patients.
Tips for Successfully Negotiating a Commercial Lease
Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD provides tips to help you successfully negotiate commercial leases for your veterinarian practice.
An Inside Look into Mobile Veterinary Practices
To learn more about mobile veterinary practices, American Veterinarian interviewed Carmine Esposito, DVM, founder and owner of Progressive Mobile Veterinary Services, located in Clinton, New Jersey.
Clinical Signs and Diagnosis of Lyme Disease in Dogs
Lyme disease is among the most frequently diagnosed, zoonotic, tick-borne diseases worldwide and continues to receive intense attention in small animal medicine since canine disease was first reported in the early 1980s.
It's Spring and My Pet Itches! A Look at Seasonal Allergies
The most common allergies in dogs and cats fall into 3 categories: atopy (allergy to substances in the environment), flea allergy, and food allergy.
Snakebite in Animals: A Brief Refresher
Hello from the other side
Its amazing how unexpected kindness can stop you dead in your trackseven when youre driving through the West Texas wind.
Product Focus
Commentary response: Distributive teaching model has doneand will donothing for veterinary medicines high standards
Dr. Peter Eyres parallels to study in human medicine miss the mark.