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To absorb water during a dental procedure, we place gauze around the endotracheal tube.

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When we use allergy syringes (BD) in the hospital, we save the gray caps because they fit the 1-ml Metacam (Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica) oral dosing syringes.

Protect your job and help drag your practice out of these financial dumps.

A horse with colic is one of the most common reasons for a veterinarian to go on an after-hours call.

It was with great interest that I read "Leading Off: Why the physical exam is still really necessary" by colleague David Robbins in the October 2008 issue of Veterinary Medicine.

The natural history of mankind in general, and veterinary medicine in particular, may need to be rewritten. Arnie and I have uncovered dramatic new evidence indicating that the formal practice of veterinary medicine may be as old as the use of spoken language.

It was easy to write fascinating true stories because I had an unusual practice. It was, I am sure, the most mixed of all mixed-animal practices.

As I look for a direction for my practice, should I be looking to the Mayo Clinic or Wal-Mart?

Over the years, I have received many promotional magnets. Rather than throwing them away, I reuse these magnets by copying the lists that used to be attached to the refrigerator door to card stock and taping or gluing the lists to the magnets.

The American College of Veterinary Surgeons looks to add sugery subspecialties--including neurosurgery and oncological surgery--starting in 2010.

Although a contaminant hasn't been found, many dogs continue to become sick from chicken treats imported from China.

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Do not be a Scrooge this season. Give back to your community.

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Top 10 reasons clients bring in pets

A lucky Border collie survived a harrowing night in the cold.

A new poll shows that two-thirds of dog and cat owners believe they understand their pets.

A panel of experts discuss pet owner expectations and the effect of the current economy on practice.

Many state veterinary boards are facing tough fights against lay people who are performing such procedures as dentistry and acupuncture.

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Dr. Fitzgerald invites you to take a good look at yourself.

Edgar the cat bounced back immediately from the surgery, which involved reattaching skin that was hanging loose.

Yes, say California-Davis researchers, stating that abandoned pools are behind an increase in disease.

Researchers in Maryland may have identified a key to a universal flu vaccine.

2008 index of article subjects, authors, and digital extras

A discussion on the role of veterinary organizations.