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The Use of Fecal Transplantation to Treat Canine Parvovirus Infection
In a recent study, incorporating transplantation with standard supportive care decreased mortality rate and hospitalization time.
Link Between Birth Month and Canine Heart Disease Risk
For both dogs and people, it seems that in utero exposure to air pollutants may increase the risk for cardiovascular disease development later in life.
What veterinarians should know about pet bloggers
You're familiar with top veterinary blogs, but do you read pet parent blogs? Perhaps it's time to start.
The Correlation Between Multiple Sclerosis and Clostridium Toxin
According to a UK study, patients with demyelination diseases are more likely to have antibodies to a toxin produced by C perfringens infection in ruminants.
Frequency of Job-Related Injury in Equine Veterinarians
A UK study revealed a high percentage of injuries requiring hospitalization and work leave.
Could Ulcerative Dermatitis in Cats Be Linked to Poor Welfare?
Feline idiopathic ulcerative dermatitis may be a behavioral disease associated with poor welfare, researchers say, prompting a name change to “feline behavioral ulcerative dermatitis.”
Comparison of Tracheal Wash and Bronchoalveolar Lavage in Equine Patients
A recent study analyzed the 2 methods for detecting lower respiratory tract disease.
PRODUCT NEWS: Merck Updates Equine Flu Vaccines
Prestige vaccines now meet current OIE and AAEP guidelines for clade 1 and clade 2 equine influenza virus strains.
Nancy Shaffran on the Importance of the Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference
Nancy Shaffran has decades of veterinary medicine experience.
The Educated Client: Safe Travels
When your pet becomes a travel companion, safety is key.
Unique Aspects of Feline Lymphoma
Diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of this common cancer are more successful with an understanding of the many differences in the disease between dogs and cats.
Grit vs. grades: Veterinary schools face potential flaws in admissions system
Application process may be keeping out the most tenacious and hard-working candidates before they get the chance to begin coursework, experts assert.
Zoetis to acquire Abaxis for $2 billion
Point-of-care portfolio expands Zoetis veterinary diagnostics presence.
Making Connections
As part of our multifaceted approach to providing expert veterinary insight, we’re also proud to announce our inaugural Pet ConnectionsTM video series.
ACVC 2017: Critical Care Nutrition
Nutrition is a vital aspect of treatment planning for hospitalized patients with severe illnesses and those with chronic diseases.
Nationwide releases the top 10 medical issues in dogs and cats in 2017
The pet insurance claims data show that dogs have a lot of skin in the game, while cats are all over the place.
Legacy of Love: One Woman's Journey to Help Domestic Violence Victims
Lucy’s Project shines a light on a largely unaddressed—and often unrecognized—issue: animals affected by violence at home.
Microchip chatter
June is national pet preparedness month, so prepare to talk about microchips and their role.
Reproductive Status and Neoplasia Incidence in Golden Retrievers
Researchers at the UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital retrospectively examined cancer records in intact versus gonadectomized dogs.
May Editorial Survey Official Rules
In Time of Need: Veterinary Practices and Natural Disaster Preparedness
Veterinarians are uniquely positioned to help their clients and communities when natural disasters strike. Is your practice ready?
dvm360 product report: CBD chews, in-clinic culture system, smart rabies tag and more
Here's our regular rundown of new and notable veterinary products.
Aromatherapy: The Key to Canine Adoptability?
Researchers in England recently tested the effects of certain smells on stress-related behaviors in shelter dogs.
INVMA 2017: Managing Invertebrates in Practice
When veterinarians are presented with an invertebrate animal, what they need most is an understanding of the husbandry needs and behaviors of that particular species.
Disease State Watch: Parasitology
The latest research on parasitology.
How do you eat an elephant like veterinary student debt?
Dr. Matthew Salois spells out his philosophy as he takes the helm of the AVMA Economics Division.
First Veterinary Patients Treated Using Focused Ultrasound
The first trials using focused ultrasound to treat cancer in veterinary patients are currently underway at 2 universities, and they’ve already generated positive results.
First TED Veterinarian Celebrated for Advancing 'Zoognosis'
As the first veterinarian selected to become a TED fellow, Claire Simeone, DVM, has focused her career on improving health across all species through knowledge transfer.
In the trenches: The veterinarian's role in the One Health movement
By the nature of their knowledge and expertise, it is incumbent on veterinarians to promote this global initiative and educate medical doctors as equal partners in improving health around the world.
Post-appointment follow-up: What veterinary clients say they want
Our research uncovers that theres no one-size-fits-all approach to communicating with pet owners after the clinic visit. The solution? Ask them their preferences.