Clinical Pathology
The Practitioner’s Acid–Base Primer: Obtaining & Interpreting Blood Gases
Lori S.
Ophthalmology
Clinical Approach to the Canine Red Eye
Elizabeth Barfield Laminack, DVM; Kathern Myrna, DVM, MS; and Phillip Anthony Moore, DVM, Diplomate ACVO The acute red eye is a common clinical challenge for general practitioners.
Dentistry
Case of the Missing Tooth
The challenge is to determine the list of differentials, associated therapies, and further diagnostic measures based on an intra-oral image and radiograph of a missing tooth.Personal/Professional Development
The Future of Veterinary Medicine
Travis Meredith, DVM, MBA, Diplomate ACT In the March/April 2013 issue of Today’s Veterinary Practice, Dr.
Behavior
The 10 Commandments of Cat Management
The management of multi-cat households requires attention to the art of feline care.
Radiology/Imaging
Small Animal Spinal Radiography Series: Thoracic Spine Radiography
Imaging Essentials provides comprehensive information on small animal radiography techniques.
Parasitology
Question & Answer: Heartworm Screening for Cats
Clarke Atkins, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Internal Medicine & Cardiology) Two questions regarding feline heartworm prevention are addressed in this issue’s column: Is it necessary to test cats for heartworms prior to starting preventive therapy?
Preventive Medicine
Antibody Titers Versus Vaccination
The publication of vaccination guidelines for dogs and cats (see Links to Vaccination Guidelines)—intended to provide useful insights on the selection and use of vaccines—also elicited some degree of controversy regarding implementation of these vaccination recommendations in practice.