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Professor A: Well, Terry-may we call you Terry?-you aspire to a degree in veterinary medicine?

A 2-year-old 32.1-lb (14.6-kg) intact male mixed-breed dog from a local animal shelter was presented to the Cornell University Hospital for Animals soft tissue surgery service for castration and surgical treatment of phimosis due to a congenitally stenotic preputial orifice.

In this case report, two dogs ingested an unknown volume of Clorox Regular-Bleach (The Clorox Company) containing 6.15% sodium hypochlorite and subsequently developed marked hypernatremia and hyperchloremia as well as numerous other biochemical abnormalities.

Which philosophy about animals most closely aligns with your own?

Local hotels can be a great source for clinic towels and blankets.

Naples, Fla. - It took Dr. Randy Eisel, of Naples, Fla., 10 hours to neuter 56 cats last month. His goal: to raise spay/neuter awareness and earn a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records.

Washington Township, Pa. - Despite taking two bullets to the back, a local veterinarian argues the shooter - his 18-year-old son - had no intention to cause harm and should not be given jail time.

Oklahoma City - An Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA) task force is looking into proposing legislation that would provide state regulation for pet-production facilities.

Atlanta, Ga. - The end of a state clause that eased licensing requirements for veterinary technicians could cause more staff shortages for Georgia DVMs.

I have enjoyed Dr. Miller's cartoons and writings over the years.

Ops Township, Ont. - A veterinarian was sentenced to two years in jail for causing a fatal car crash that left one man dead and another seriously injured.

ITHACA, N.Y. - The New York State Veterinary Medical Society (NYSVMS) and Cornell University's veterinary college have teamed up to produce the New York State Veterinary Conference.

We veterinarians always keep an eye out for teeth. If we aren't careful, some of our patients might sink theirs into us.

Providence, R.I. - More than 200 physicians and veterinarians gathered to share ideas, improve knowledge and open communication lines about zoonotic and vector diseases at the state's first joint conference.

Schaumburg, Ill. - The American Veterinary Medical Association unveiled a Web page designed to illustrate nationwide needs for food-animal practitioners.

A PDF of the 2007 article index to keep with your magazine archives.

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List of Tax Strategies stories in January through December of Veterinary Economics.

List of Personal Growth stories in January through December of Veterinary Economics.

List of Practice Finances stories in January through December of Veterinary Economics.

List of Life Balance stories in January through December of Veterinary Economics.

A study in Animal Cognition reveals how dogs are able to distinguish between photos of dogs vs. landscapes.

Q How do you manage acute renal failure?

When expressing anal glands, I double-glove.

We often had difficulty finding the metal and ceramic tips for our laser after sterilization.

Using preprinted paper and animal stickers, we make eye-catching scrapbook pages featuring our flea control and heartworm preventive products.

Patients receiving IV fluids always get the line wrapped around their legs the second I leave them alone.

Alachua, Fla. - Veterinarians could be losing tens of thousands of dollars each year by leaving one clinic position unfilled - practice manager.