VPN Plus+ ExclusiveExamining brain diseases in French bulldogsMay 23, 2024This article is the second of a two-part series detailing neurologic diseases in French bulldogs. Of the various conditions that can cause encephalopathies in dogs, those seen in higher frequencies in French bulldogs include otitis media-interna and resultant otogenic meningoencephalitis, meningoencephalitis of unknown etiology, and high-grade gliomas.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFeline Ophthalmology 101: Taking the Mystery out of Common Ocular DiseasesMay 22, 2024In this session: Melissa Kubai, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVO, addresses common feline ocular diseases including identifying, diagnosing, and treating conditions that are unique to cats. This will aid your practice and clients in effective treatments of challenging ocular conditions afflicting their beloved pets.
Providing answers using ultrasoundMay 22, 2024A trend toward efficiency that can be found in the development of ultrasound has been with the introduction of handheld and highly portable ultrasound units.
Is pain to blame for behavior changes?May 21, 2024A chronic pain diagnosis can often be the key to shedding light on a serious lifestyle behavioral problem a pet may be experiencing at home.
Managing cranial cruciate ligament tears in dogs and cats with skin diseaseMay 21, 2024Due to the increasing number of drug-resistant bacteria and the lack of evidence-based support for postoperative prophylactic antibiotic use, it is important to carefully evaluate the skin prior to surgery.
A step-by-step guide to surgical extraction of the maxillary fourth premolarMay 19, 2024Follow these step-by-step instructions to help minimize complications in extraction of firmly rooted maxillary fourth premolars.
Ophthalmology focus of upcoming hands-on training program by NAVCMay 17, 2024The 23rd annual NAVC Institute, happening on May 20 to 24 in Orlando, Fla., will also offer other education tracks, including orthopedic surgery, small animal ultrasound, and strategic leadership
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveThe hot topic it's easy to forget—anesthetic hypothermiaMay 15, 2024Get a closer look at the causes, implications, and available solutions through comprehensive management strategies aimed at ensuring positive patient outcomes. From pre-warming techniques to using specialized warming devices, recent insights and advancements in animal anesthesia can provide veterinary professionals with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of hypothermia prevention and treatment.
What to know about animal chiropracticMay 11, 2024When animal chiropractors come to your state and gain direct access to animals, even without a veterinary diagnosis beforehand, will you take action or just watch it unfold?
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveAntimicrobial Stewardship in Companion Animal MedicineMay 10, 2024In this session: Laurel Redding, VMD, PhD, DACVPM, discusses antimicrobial stewardship practices that can be undertaken at the level of the individual practitioner and, in the process, achieve better patient outcomes.
