Roles

Disease caused by parvovirus in dogs (destruction of intestinal crypt epithelium, lymphocyte depletion, neutropenia) is generally more severe than that caused by coronavirus (destruction of intestinal villi).

Portosystemic shunts (PSS) are the result of reduced total hepatic blood flow and the inability of the liver to extract noxious substances from the portal circulation.

Veterinary technicians are staying in the field longer, reinventing themselves and making their job into a career full of passion and compassion.

The role of the veterinary technician in traumatic emergencies is pivotal to the survival of the incoming patient.

Why is it that 60% of a manager's time is spent on human resource issues?

Transfusion of blood products is an important lifesaving measure performed frequently in veterinary medicine.

In the last ten years, exfoliative cytology has been gaining popularity as a diagnostic aid in veterinary practice.

The demand for better care has resulted in unprecedented interest and involvement of the veterinary community in shelter operations.

Veterinary dentistry is emerging as one of the fastest growing "new" disciplines of veterinary patient care.

The process of designing vaccination programs and cost-effective treatment regimens should be data driven and "custom built" for a particular feeding operation.

Endodontics is the diagnosis and treatment of diseases inside the tooth that affect the tooth pulp and apical periodontal tissues.

Anatomic and physiologic considerations are the basis for proper diagnostic techniques.

The main goal of fracture repair is to regain a normal and comfortable occlusion.

The field of veterinary dentistry has changed rapidly in the last few years.

Oxygen delivery to the tissues must be prioritized in any critical patient.

You have made the decision to sell. It is probably one of the most significant decisions you will make in your working life.

It is very important that the veterinary technician know the normal anatomy of the canine and feline.

Pet abandonment is on the rise. Here's how you can help struggling clients and their animals.

Our survey found that many of you are worried about pet abandonment, but you're finding ways to reach out in your communities to help.

A fashionable look at this issue's behind the scenes.

CE remains a sound investment-even in tight economic times.

See where you and your clients stand on getting the standard recommended care.

Much more is at stake than enforceability; your career is at risk.

Here are three ways to help clients afford care and keep pets at optimum health.

Ease team members' work-related concerns.

Gender, age, kids, years in practice, and more on today's veterinarian and Veterinary Economics reader.

Team members don't know what to say to educate clients about feline heartworms.

Owners: Look at what you don't have time to do and learn to delegate.

Here's a quick snapshot of the average Firstline reader, according to our 2009 Team Trends Study.