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In this prospective study, eight research dogs were used to compare temperature assessments made with a predictive rectal thermometer (the early rate of temperature change mathematically predicts the final temperature), an infrared auricular thermometer, and a subcutaneous temperature-sensing microchip.

To make it easier to obtain free-catch urine samples, especially from low-squatting female dogs, we screwed a stainless steel ladle to the end of a broomstick.

To help heal and protect a patient's tail when it is being banged against the cage wall, cut a section of foam pipe insulator to size and secure it to the tail with tape or elastic.

In this retrospective study of dogs treated at a veterinary teaching hospital, the prevalence of appendicular osteosarcoma in greyhounds compared with other breeds was examined, along with the potential risk factors for developing the disease.

To intubate our small patients, we use a polypropylene urinary catheter as a stylet, extending beyond the end of the tracheal tube by ½ in.

To minimize discomfort, cut the tape holding a cat's catheter in place while the cat is still recovering from anesthesia.

Since all our employees are responsible for keeping up with their duties in a timely fashion, each employee has a stopwatch with an alarm.

In this retrospective case series from a university veterinary medical center, the frequency of canine and feline emergency visits were noted with respect to the lunar cycle.

When muzzling a longhaired dog, place a paper towel over the back of its neck to prevent the hair from getting stuck in the buckle.

The commission of errors is an unavoidable part of human existence. While errors might be as benign as misplacing car keys, their existence in the medical arena might be disastrous, causing injury or death.

Leaders narrow association's direction to five key areas

Schaumburg, Ill. - American Veterinary Medical Association Treasurer Dr. Bret Marsh expects the group's income over expenses to exceed $1.5 million for 2007, far surpassing the $61,000 originally anticipated.

Schaumburg, ill. - The American Veterinary Medical Association wants to have a real presence in a pretend world.

Schaumburg, ill. - The American Veterinary Medical Association seeks nominations for the 2008 Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award.

Schaumburg, Ill. - The American Veterinary Medical Association kicks off the Congressional Action Network, a re-launch of what previously was known as the Congressional Advocacy Network.

It's no secret that most veterinary medical students are cash poor. Still, a handful might have a few extra dollars to spare, perhaps from a tax refund. Christopher J. Allen, DVM, JD, a consultant and president of Associates in Veterinary Law P.C., offers five ways to make smart investments with a small amount of money for future gains.

Denver - The Veterinary News Network (VNN) added six new board members. They are:

Washington - The American Veterinary Medical Association's president was to testify Feb. 7 before a House committee concerning the National Veterinary Medical Services Act (NVMSA).

Please review management of sepsis in dogs.

Washington - Leaders in veterinary medicine are lobbying for several amendments in the Senate's version of the farm bill to remain intact.

Los Gatos, Calif. - Plain-clothes police entered Dr. Ian Stone's practice the morning of his office's Christmas party, quietly identified a receptionist and arrested her in front of the entire staff.

Washington, D.C. - A plan to advance animal-disease traceability, authored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), is being released to the public for review and comment before implementation is considered.

Ames, Iowa- A team of Iowa State University (ISU) researchers is evaluating a new method to improve vaccines, limit dose size and frequency of administration.

Harrisburg, Pa. - Emergency practitioners plan to weigh in on a draft mandate by Pennsylvania regulators that orders licensees to treat or euthanize animals in trauma situations regardless of any financial considerations.

Schaumburg, ill. The American Veterinary Medical Association's Group Health and Life Insurance Trust (GHLIT) replaced its PPO network First Health/Coventry with Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA). At the same time, ActiveHealth Management, also an Aetna company, assumed responsibility for the utilization review certification required for inpatient stays.

Whitehall, PA.- An emergency hospital's employee union disbanded and back pay was awarded to those who joined a picket line against management, settling a ground-breaking case of organized labor in veterinary medicine.

Sometimes this gift of prophecy seems like a curse.

Sandusky, Ohio - When you first approach it, there's nothing especially remarkable about the one-story white concrete building with the black-lettered sign "Animal Hospital" over the entrance.

Lakewood, Colo. - The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) will begin accrediting referral hospitals next month, a move encouraged by some but deemed unnecessary by other industry insiders.

Would you accept the hand-washing protocol at your hospital if you were the patient?