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CVC 2009
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November Firstline Challenge topic: Patient care

November 13, 2009

Finish these activities to complete the patient care component of the Firstline Challenge.

Source: FIRSTLINE

Patient recovery: Every team member plays a part

November 1, 2009

Managing postoperative pain should rank as a top concern for team members and pet owners. Follow these position-specific guidelines to educate clients and help keep their pets comfortable.

Source: FIRSTLINE

Claws come out in California

November 1, 2009

Opinions clash over the controversial proposed ban on declawing cats.

Source: FIRSTLINE

How to start a successful behavior program

November 1, 2009

This case study shows how to strengthen your relationships with clients, build their bonds with their pets, and grow your practice.

Source: FIRSTLINE

Behaviors suggestive of postoperative pain in cats

November 1, 2009

In people, pain is what the patient says it is. But in animals, it's what we say it is. To better recognize acute pain in cats, observe patients for the behavioral changes described here.

Source: DVM NEWSMAGAZINE

An unusual gingival lesion: the resolution

October 1, 2009

Root-canal therapy was chosen to avoid surgery on the patient mentioned in the first two parts of this series. While root canal is very successful, not all cases respond. Additional therapy may be required.

Source: FIRSTLINE

World Rabies Day is Sept. 28

September 4, 2009

Study shows that pet owners need more information about this fatal disease.

Source: FIRSTLINE

Shower pets with security

September 1, 2009

Use shower curtains to keep caged animals anxiety levels low.

Source: FIRSTLINE

Rehabilitation defined

September 1, 2009

This glossary provides the definitions of terms used in the article Creature Comfort.

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