Feline pet insurance brand finds buyerSeptember 20, 2023Independence Pet Group (IPG) has expanded its offerings by way of the acquisition of feline-focused pet insurance brand Felix.
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An integrated approach to older cat careAugust 8, 2023For feline seniors, integrative medicine makes sense, particularly when one considers the risks of long-term medications, along with cats’ aversion to being medicated.
Claw your way out of feline biasesAugust 8, 2023"When it comes right down to it, it is our job to make sure cat owners understand the basics of feline healthcare. Unfortunately, that is a platform I believe we have long since abdicated (if ever we claimed it) in our almighty hunt for the low-hanging fruit that is the dog-dedicated dollar."
Immunological disease, reproductive issues more common in purebred catsJune 28, 2023Purebred cats are more likely to experience reproductive issues, heart disease, and surgical complications as compared to mixed-breed felines.
Gut health key to better care, outcomesJune 2, 2023The gut microbiome is a complex microbial community (archaea, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and viruses) found in the gastrointestinal tract that is foundational to health, supporting—among other things—digestion, immunity, and the central nervous system.
Can you solve this puzzle?May 30, 2023Presentation: A two-year-old male neutered cat presents for a one-year history of hind limb pain and reluctance to play.
How to prepare for euthanasiaMay 24, 2023End-of-life care can easily be the worst part of veterinary medicine. It does not matter where you fall in the hierarchy of a practice, dealing with it can be very uncomfortable.
Challenges of stomatitis treatmentMay 3, 2023Stomatitis is one of the most difficult conditions to treat among dogs and cats, often resulting in the removal of most of—if not all—the patient’s teeth.
Tool tips for efficient dentistryMay 3, 2023Dental procedures and oral surgery can be extra challenging, especially when extracting tiny teeth or tooth roots, such as in feline patients. Proper selection and organization of equipment, instruments, lighting source, magnification, suction, as well as sufficient training in using them could solve many common issues in veterinary dentistry.
Pet cancer research campaign to match donationsMay 1, 2023Morris Animal Foundation’s annual pet cancer research campaign just received a funding boost, thanks to a dollar-for-dollar pledge from two industry players.
