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.
Ophthalmology
Runny Eyes: Feline Herpesvirus Infection
The authors describe the anatomy of the feline conjunctiva and cornea, pathogenesis of feline herpesvirus, and ocular manifestations of the disease, including specific diagnosis and therapy.
Dermatology
Chronic Otitis: A Dermatologist’s Perspective on Surgery
A variety of surgical procedures can be performed for chronic proliferative, obstructive, and neoplastic ear diseases.
Diagnostics
Weakness & Collapse in a Beagle
Ann Della Maggiore, DVM, and Richard Nelson, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM Blue, a 10-year-old spayed female beagle, presented to the University of California William Prichard Veterinary Teaching Hospital to be evaluated for a 4-month history of episodic weakness and collapse.
Parasitology
Product Profile: Common Tick Preventive Medications for Dogs and Cats
Prevention of tick bite and disease in cats and dogs is more important than ever. This chart lists some popular tick preventive medications.
Ethics/Welfare
Bridging the Gap Between Terminal Illness and Euthanasia
Don’t be afraid to discuss hospice and end-of-life options with clients.
Dermatology
Challenges & New Developments in Canine Pyoderma: Topical & Systemic Treatment
Last issue’s canine pyoderma article discussed disease overview and diagnosis; this article provides in-depth information on both topical and systemic therapies for this dermatologic condition.
Neurology
Lesion Location Organized by Neurologic Assessment & Findings
Helena Rylander, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Neurology)