Neurology
Is It Really Epilepsy? How Nutrition Can Change the Course for Dogs With Paroxysmal Dyskinesia
Although diet is not typically considered a first-line therapy for neurologic conditions, paroxysmal dyskinesia offers a unique opportunity for dietary modification, which can be an effective primary treatment strategy.
Neurology
Testing the Non-Surgical Route: Intradiscal Chondroitinase Injection for Nonambulatory Paraparesis and Paraplegia in Small Dogs
A nonsurgical therapy can lead to successful recovery of ambulation in a large proportion of dogs that become nonambulatory after acute thoracolumbar disk herniation.
Neurology
Antiseizure Medications for Dogs and Cats
Although there are several different medications available to the clinician treating a patient with epilepsy, medication efficacy, pharmacokinetics, and client perspective should be considered when choosing a medication.
Neurology
Acquired Myasthenia Gravis in Companion Animals
Acquired myasthenia gravis is a frustrating disease to treat because patients respond to therapy variably and often experience setbacks consisting of aspiration pneumonia or relapse of their clinical signs.
Neurology
Intervertebral Disk Disease in Dogs
IVDD is the most common clinical spinal disorder in dogs. Therapy includes medical and/or surgical treatment.
Neurology
Head Trauma Management in Small Animals
Traumatic brain injury is a frequent component of head trauma in small animals, and prognosis can be good with expedient and aggressive treatment.
Neurology
Treatment Plans for Routine and Refractory Canine Epilepsy
An effective epilepsy treatment plan for dogs should reduce seizure frequency, minimize adverse drug effects, and maximize quality of life.
Neurology
Nutritional Intervention for Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
Many pet owners dismiss subtle behavioral changes in aging pets, which could be indicative of cognitive dysfunction syndrome. Veterinarians should learn to screen for CDS and know about the available treatments to alleviate the effects, including nutritional supplementation.