Respiratory Medicine

Lauren Thielen, DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), talks about the avian respiratory system, including what makes birds susceptible to respiratory infections

The recall removes multiple ventilators from where they are sold and used, potentially veterinary settings

New research shows ‘food theft’ could be a point of transmission for the deadly H5N1 virus

A 6-month-old Belgian cross colt, diagnosed with equine influenza virus and refeeding syndrome, is months into his recovery road

Texas A&M researchers report the potential for the species to contribute to disease recirculation among each other’s populations

Colorado’s health department published a guidance document for veterinary professionals testing felines for avian flu and indicators of an H5N1 infection

Two of these felines were indoor-only pets

The UC Davis veterinary hospital team saved 5-year-old Squid after she was overcome by smoke inhalation

The reporting system is a working effort between academic institutes and laboratories to detect porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome

Researchers looked at the diagnostic traits and prognostic outcomes of this disease

To support the health of their patients, veterinarians should take a careful history and educate clients on common gastrointestinal and respiratory conditions seen in the breed.

While this mysterious canine infectious respiratory disease continues to spread across the United States, here is an inside look at what we know.

Tulathromycin injection is an option for bovine respiratory disease, and other conditions

The electronic SenseHub Feedlot from Merck Animal Health is designed to find sickness earlier and more accurately than alternative methods might provide.

A growing number of veterinarians endorse the idea of vaccinating against both canine infectious respiratory disease complex and canine influenza virus. Here’s why.

Trupanion reports no increase in respiratory-related pet insurance claims.

Five researchers will each receive $15,000 to continue their investigations on respiratory conditions in horses.

Clients are often quick to place blame on the new horse for introducing strangles to a herd, but veterinarians who provide appropriate client education can control the pandemonium before it begins.

Research has shown that reducing dust and mold exposure from hay may help combat inflammatory airway disease and improve performance in racehorses. We talk with researchers who are studying this problem.

Two multipart investigations evaluate efficacy, safety and optimal dosing of monthly oral moxidectin against Dirofilaria immitis.

Brachy breeds are as popular as ever with pet owners, and as a result, veterinarians continue to see patients with respiratory aberrations associated with BOAS. A board-certified surgeon offers the latest options to treat these conditions in dogs.

Below is a skin cytology from a 3-year-old male neutered Doberman pinscher with cutaneous lesions. Whats going on?

Being aware of breed-specific characteristics that affect the upper and lower airways will improve veterinary client education and patient safety, but dont jump to any diagnostic conclusions without a thorough workup.

The widening geography of pet travel has increased an already significant problem in animal shelters and other veterinary facilities that house commingled animals. Heres the latest.

New research explores the paradoxes pet owners face when choosing dogs with conformational medical problems.

USDA urges bird owners to follow biosecurity measures to protect flocks, pets.

Im not arguing for diagnoses and ineffective remedies. But I think pet service providers should be our informed partners, not our adversaries in veterinary medicine.

When a veterinary patient presents with coughing, you know you must distinguish between a cardiac or respiratory cause. Which is it? This veterinary cardiologist helps you sort through your differentials.

One Montana veterinarian was determined to get to the bottom of the cause of canine illness in his hospitals.

In pneumonia and pyothorax cases, treatment while awaiting test results is recommended, but not in bronchitis cases.