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Parvovirus-therapeutic options (Proceedings)Canine Parvovirus (CPV) is a family of viruses that cause vomiting, hemorrhagic diarrhea, and leukopenia. The virus can infect dogs of any age but, because of effective client education and early, aggressive vaccination protocols, is commonly noted in dogs less than 1 year of age.
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Client handout: Bad breath (halitosis) in petsDownload this PDF of a client handout on halitosis in pets, and help get your clients onboard with preventive oral care.
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Fostering cooperation: my experience on the Kentucky National Guard Agriculture Development Team, Bagram Air Field, Afghanistan: August 2009-June 2010 (Proceedings)The Kentucky Agriculture Development Team was tasked to implement an agricultural strategy for provinces (including) Bamyan, Kapisa, Panjshir and Parwan. We provided direction and focus of agriculture resources. Our effort was to increase agricultural sector jobs and productivity.
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Fleas: They are happiest at homeThe adult cat flea (Ctenocephalides felis) is a ubiquitous, enterprising and persevering insect. The cat flea is the most dominant, competitive and most common flea associated with domesticated animals today.
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Dilemmas of degenerative lumbosacral syndrome (Proceedings)Degenerative lumbosacral syndrome (DLSS) poses diagnostic and treatment dilemmas for the veterinary practitioner.
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Buying and selling essentials (Sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health)Whether you're planning to purchase an equine practice, or sell one, you're embarking on a journey that will lead to one of the biggest milestones in your veterinary career. So where do you start? Right here, by keeping these essential tips in mind as you travel toward practice ownership or sale.
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Bringing home baby: Introducing a pet to your new arrival (PDF)Before a baby arrives, expectant parents should prepare their pets for the new family member and furnishings.
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Study indicates that dogs may harbor, transmit human norovirusCanines can carry norovirus--a primary cause of gastroenteritis and of diarrheal disease in humans.
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Giving in can be part of givingThis doctor learned communication is a two-way street. And meeting this small dog in the middle made all the difference in the world.
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Quit waiting around for no-showsYou'd much rather be working with clients and pets than thumb-twiddling or standing around dreaming about services you could be rendering. So use these tips to cut back on no-shows and get back to business.
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Hypertension in canine hyperadrenocorticism more common than previously thoughtCanine hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) is a common condition seen most frequently in middle aged to older dogs. The clinical signs and physical examination findings characteristic for the condition include polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, abdominal distension, hepatomegaly and dermatologic changes such as bilaterally symmetrical alopecia. Affected dogs are prone to develop complications from the hypercortisolemia such as pyoderma, urinary tract infections, diabetes mellitus, proteinuric renal disease, and pulmonary thromboembolism.
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CVC Highlights: Simple steps to proper periodontal probingDon't forget this important procedure when performing a thorough oral examination.
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Anesthesia for patients with cardiac diseases (Proceedings)Small animal patients with cardiac disease and/or congenital abnormalities can be challenging and sometimes intimidating patients.
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Understanding and managing behavior problems in rabbits (Proceedings)Educate clients early to monitor for these behavioral changes.
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Study finds new supplement supports muscle mass retention and earlier return to normal weight-bearing post-TPLO surgeryThe compound, derived from fertilized egg yolk, was studied in a randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled study at Kansas State Universitys College of Veterinary Medicine.
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Using high-frequency radio wave technology in veterinary surgeryLike a scalpel, radiosurgery provides a sense of tactile sensation. And as with a laser, with radiosurgery there is an absence of tissue resistance.
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AAAS symposium-Veterinarians and animal welfare: What role should the profession play?The public views veterinarians favorably, regarding them as experts in animal care and welfare. But the veterinary profession has had a love-hate relationship with animal advocates.
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Client handout: How to administer an injectionCertain diseases or conditions require veterinary patients to have injectable medication that must be administered at home. Help veterinary clients master the process with this handout.
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The role of fatty acids in the management of osteoarthritisOsteoarthritis is a chronic and potentially debilitating disease involving the disruption of metabolic homeostasis within the articular chondrocyte. Specifically, osteoarthritis involves an increased ratio of cartilage-degrading enzymes (matrix metalloproteinases, or MMPs) to their normal inhibitors, tissue inhibitors of metalloproteinases (TIMPs). It is the imbalance of TIMPs and MMPs that contributes to the pathologic breakdown of cartilage. Dietary fatty acids can help to correct this imbalance by modulating the production of inflammatory mediators.
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Dangerous beauty: Oleander toxicosis in dogs, horses and moreA current case of intentional poisoning with this deadly plant sparks the question: Can you spot the signs and save the patient?
