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June 2017
WVC 2017: Probiotics - Not Just for People Anymore
June 30, 2017
Article
Conference Coverage
At the 2017 Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, Stanley Marks, BVSc, PhD, DACVIM, DACVN, discussed what we know—and more of what we’ve yet to discover— about microbial gastrointestinal health.
Pets and Prosthetics: Growing Interest, Advancing Technology
June 29, 2017
Article
News & Trends
The use of prosthetics in humans dates to ancient times. Significant advancements have been made over the millennia, and pets are now beginning to reap the benefits.
A Vote of Confidence
June 28, 2017
Article
Letter from the Chairman
The concept of One Health goes beyond the individual needs of people and animals and extends to food safety, antibiotic resistance, the spread of mosquito and tickborne diseases, and more.
Leptospirosis: New Tests Improve Diagnostic Capabilities
June 27, 2017
Article
Clinical Focus
Recent developments in serologic testing offer new insight into this zoonotic disease.
Health Benefits of Functional Foods
June 26, 2017
Article
Clinical Focus
A literature review reveals the effects of enriched foods on a number of health conditions affecting dogs and cats.
Colic Surgery and Return to Activity in Horses
June 25, 2017
Article
Clinical Focus
A new study brings good news to owners and veterinarians weighing treatment options for horses suffering from acute colic.
Heartworm Incidence on the Rise: What Can Veterinarians Do?
June 24, 2017
Article
Clinical Focus
Expert insight on the number of cases and trends of heartworm disease throughout the United States, plus tips for improving client compliance with preventive medicines.
New Advice on Sterilizing Kittens: Earlier Is Better
June 23, 2017
Article
Clinical Focus
New recommendations support kitten spay/neuter by 5 months of age. Here’s why.
Teleradiology Tips
June 22, 2017
Article
Clinical Focus
Teleradiology can vastly improve diagnostic capabilities and patient outcomes, but only if it’s done right. Here’s how to ensure success.
Private Practices and Shelters: Two Sides of the Same Coin
June 21, 2017
Article
Commentary
If healthy pets are the mutual goal, why all the controversy?
Perception Versus Reality: Insecticide Resistance in Fleas
June 18, 2017
Article
Clinical Focus
Are modern flea control products ineffective? A review of recent research answers this important question.
WVC 2017: Rabies Awareness Challenge 2017
June 17, 2017
Article
Conference Coverage
Rich Ford, DVM, MS, DACVIM, DACVPM (Hon), conducted an educational audience participation session about rabies at the 2017 Western Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas.
Preparing Your Team for Trauma Triage
June 16, 2017
Article
Conference Coverage
At the recent American Animal Hospital Association annual meeting, Lee Palmer, DVM, MS, DACVECC, NRP, EMT-T, WEMT, CCRP, TP-C, led a discussion about trauma triage, emphasizing that “time is of the essence” when a client whose pet has suffered a traumatic injury calls or comes to your practice.
WVC 2017: End-of-Life Care at Its Best - Part 2
June 15, 2017
Article
Conference Coverage
Here's Part 2 of our conversation with Dani McVety, DVM, and Mary Gardner, DVM, founders of Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice.
Review of Common Urologic Disorders
June 14, 2017
Article
Conference Coverage
Julie Fischer, DVM, DACVIM, presented a lecture on common urologic conditions, including chronic kidney disease, acute ureteral obstruction, and incontinence.