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March 29th 2024
This serious, even fatal neurological reaction could impact more than half a million cats in the United States
The latest management recommendations for cats and dogs with nonketotic diabetes mellitus
September 1st 2007Underlying causes of diabetes mellitus, a common endocrinopathy in dogs and cats, include chronic pancreatic inflammation, pancreatic atrophy, and immune-mediated destruction of the insulin-producing beta cells.
AVMA policy statement on declawing of domestic cats
August 1st 2007Feline onychectomy is a controversial medical procedure fueled by a growing number of critics who view it harmful and unnecessary. Many veterinarians consider the procedure a last-resort to alleviate destructive scratching behavior inherent in cats.
A challenging case: Blindness and a history of cutaneous nodules in a cat
July 1st 2007A 12-year-old 8-lb (3.6-kg) castrated male domestic shorthaired cat was evaluated initially at Bissonnet/Southampton Veterinary Clinic followed by evaluation at Gulf Coast Animal Eye Clinic and Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists for blindness of one month's duration.
CaliciVax updated to cover virulent system feline calicivirus
February 1st 2007Orlando, Fla.- Fort Dodge Animal Health reports it received licensure of CaliciVaxâ„¢, the only vaccine licensed and proven effective against the deadly virulent systemic feline calicivirus (VS-FCV), which has emerged in the United States.
Intervet introduces Continuum Feline HCP vaccine with three-year immunity
October 1st 2006MILLSBORO, DEL. - Intervet Inc. announces the introduction of Continuum? Feline HCP vaccine with a three-year duration of immunity against rhinotracheitis caused by herpesvirus-1 (FHV-1), calicivirus (FCV) and panleukopenia (FPV).
Providing the best care for senior cats
February 1st 2006Cats are living longer because of a greater focus on routine healthcare for pets. As their veterinarians, we are challenged with the task of helping these cats live long, high-quality lives. The American Association of Feline Practitioners and the Academy of Feline Medicine (AAFP/AFM) Panel Report on Feline Senior Care1 provides a consensus on important goals and recommendations to help you care for senior cats. This article highlights many of the principal points in that report in conjunction with my clinical experience.