Ophthalmology
Feline Ocular Conditions
The following table outlines the prevalence of feline ocular diagnoses in cats presented to Banfield Pet Hospitals in 2014.
Personal/Professional Development
Innovation and Opportunity
As one of the staff at Today’s Veterinary Practice, I’ve been privileged to be part of the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) for more than a year now.
Personal/Professional Development
The Veterinary Technology Profession
I recently returned from the 2016 NAVC (North American Veterinary Community) Conference where the theme for this year was What Moves You?
Practice Management
A Dual Passion: Veterinary Medicine and Law – An Interview with Dr. Charlotte Lacroix
In this interview, Dr. Lacroix discusses her journey as both a veterinarian and lawyer, and provides insight into the nature of lawsuits in veterinary practice.
Cardiology
Beyond Furosemide: The Role of Diuretics in Congestive Heart Failure Part 2 – Spironolactone
A look at spironolactone as a critical component of the pharmacotherapy of congestive heart failure.
Behavior
Focus on Canine Noise-Induced Fear
A look at recent veterinary medical literature regarding canine noise-induced fear.
Behavior
Preventing Dog Bites in Children: Motivations and Myths
The safety of young children with dogs (and dogs with young children) requires an understanding of canine body language and behavior so that unsafe interactions are interrupted or (ideally) avoided completely.
Practice Management
Adding Veterinary Hospice Services to Your Practice
What is veterinary hospice? The authors define hospice and palliative care and discuss the importance of quality of life assessment, clear client communication, and use of best practices for pet care.
Orthopedics
Juvenile Orthopedic Disease in Dogs & Cats, Part 1: Musculoskeletal Development and Pediatric Bone Diseases
This article describes musculoskeletal development and provides an overview of pediatric bone diseases, including signalment, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.