Authors





Robert A. Kennis, DVM, MS, DACVD

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Feline alopecia (Proceedings)

Feline alopecia is a common dermatologic presentation because of the overt clinical findings observed by the owner. Alopecia can broadly be categorized into traumatic induced, hair follicle/shaft damage, and hair cycle abnormalities.


Douglas R. Mader, MS, DVM, DABVP

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Antibiotic therapy in reptiles (Proceedings)

To date there have been very few pharmacokinetic studies published in reptiles, and with only only limited numbers of antibiotics.


Julie Legred, CVT

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Veterinary technician or veterinary nurse?

NAVTA calls for term change to veterinary nurse in a special announcement to kick off National Veterinary Technician Week.


Dennis J. Chew, DVM, DACVIM

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Diagnosing and managing urinary incontinence in dogs (Proceedings)

The causes of urinary incontinence classically are divided into neurogenic or non-neurogenic categories.



Jennifer E. Waldrop, DVM, DACVECC

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CVC Highlights: Atypical Addison's: How will I know?

A spectrum of abnormalities-sometimes like "small blips on the radar" should raise your level of suspicion.


Eleanor Lenher, DVM

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Combing all evidence

On Aug. 1, 2002, a 12-year-old Tennessee Walking Horse gelding was observed in the field for the primary complaints of pyrexia, inappetence and colic.


Sally Perea, DVM, MS, DACVN

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Q&A with Sally Perea, DVM, MS, DACVN (sponsored by Iams)

Dr. Perea discusses protein metabolism in older pets.


Denis J. Marcellin-Little, DEDV, DACVS

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Sorting facts from fiction: Canine osteoarthritis myths

Veterinary surgeon and rehabilitation specialist Denis Marcellin-Little sets the record straight about this common condition.


John Albers, DVM

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AAAS symposium-Animal rights: Good or bad for veterinarians?

The welfare of companion animals, which are classified by U.S. law as property, is protected by special legislative measures, including anti-cruelty statutes and pet trust arrangements.



John Perkins

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Find the right architect

The first step: Figure out what type of client you are. Then choose an architect whose strengths match your needs.


Dennis Chmiel

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Slide show can help strengthen client ties

Merrimack, N.H. - A music slide show can be a unique and impressive marketing tool for a veterinary practice.


Elizabeth A. Brown

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Check features when buying a radiograph

Buying the right radiograph machine takes research. Dr. David S. Biller, Dipl. ACVR, a radiology professor at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kan., suggests you consider these factors when choosing a unit:


Kara Lynch

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Give feedback that makes sense

When you say apple, do others hear orange? Use these tips to give helpful feedback that others will understand and appreciate.


Michael Cross, DVM, MBA, CVPM

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Does your team know you start every day $900 in the hole?

Does your team know the practice starts out every day $900 in the hole?




Amy Butzier, BS, MEd, CVT

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Is team CE worth the money?

Always. Here's why the practice should invest in team member CE-with a script for approaching the boss about it.


Maureen Long, DVM, PhD, DACVIM

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Biosecurity on the farm (Proceedings)

Maintenance of excellent health and biosecurity standards at the level of the farm is the MOST effective way of maintaining an outbreak-free industry. All disease outbreaks have an index case and all index cases have a point of origin. Because horses are usually maintained at a "home" farm, then the origin of any outbreak should be traced back to the farm level.


Alicia Isenberg, Associate Editor

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Avoiding layoffs (Sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health)

While cutting expenses is a critical part of a recession plan, it's not a good idea to lay off employees without fully evaluating the effect the decision will have on the business.




Suzanne Sewell, DVM

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A piece of the pie

We keep a chart based on our monthly budget on the wall in the back hall of the hospital.




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