Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE
June 1, 2013
A way to make sure your stethoscope stays out of the way during anesthetic monitoring.
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Source: DVM360 MAGAZINE
July 9, 2012
PMI Nutrition International initiated a voluntary recall of four varieties of its LabDiet and Mazuri feed products.
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Source: VETERINARY MEDICINE
May 1, 2011
A helpful tip for ferrets, guinea pigs, small reptiles, and birds.
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Source: CVC IN SAN DIEGO PROCEEDINGS
November 1, 2010
By:
Lorraine A. Corriveau, DVM
While insulinomas are rarely cured, most affected ferrets can be reasonably controlled and will often live months to years following diagnosis.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:
Lori A. Corriveau, DVM
The chinchilla (Chinchilla lanigera) is a small rodent originating from the Andes Mountains of South America. Chinchillas have been trapped to near extinction in their native countries.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:
Lori A. Corriveau, DVM
Guinea pigs belong to the family Cavidae. Four digits on the forepaw and three digits on the hindpaw characterize Cavidae. Guinea pigs originate from the high planes of South America therefore they tolerate cold better than heat.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:
Lori A. Corriveau, DVM
Sugar Gliders (Petaurus breviceps = tight rope walker, short head) are one of the newest additions to the world of fad pets. Published information on Sugar Gliders is sparse, but more is coming available as we continue to see them as pets/patients.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:
Teresa Bradley Bays, DVM
Physiologic "stress" response to pain.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:
Sandra Robbins, BS, CVT, VTS (anesthesia)
The biggest concern with all exotic animals under anesthesia is hypothermia. Other main concerns include airway access, intravenous access, pain management, and hemorrhage.
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