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When Extraction Is Not an Option

The techniques other than extraction that can be used to treat patients — usually dogs — with teeth with moderate or advanced periodontal disease.

In animals, motion sickness may be a behavior issue rather than a physical one.

Urethral obstruction is a relatively common and potentially life-threatening emergency.

Many common household items contain elemental iron, which can be toxic if consumed in great enough quantities.

With improved wellness care, more pets are reaching their senior years.

Complete blood counts (CBCs) and serum chemistry testing results can be influenced by several factors.

Anesthetizing cats can present several challenges, from managing patient stress to administering anesthetics to monitoring during the procedure.

For those who live and work with animals, zoonoses are occupational hazards that most other professionals do not encounter.

Pain has multiple negative effects that can delay or prevent healing, and veterinary technicians play a central role in pain management.

Ocular problems are often described as “red” and “irritated” eyes.