Behavior
Managing Compulsive Disorders in Cats
Although compulsive disorder is a relatively rare diagnosis for cats, this behavior can lead to a significantly decreased quality of life for both cat and owner.
Respiratory Medicine
Antibiotic Stewardship in Canine and Feline Respiratory Infections
With respiratory disease being one of the most common reasons for antibiotic prescriptions, care should be taken to evaluate need based on clinical presentation.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Managing Urolithiasis in Dogs
This article gives an overview of stone formation, clinical signs, diagnostic tests, types of stones, as well as medical and nonmedical dissolution plans.
Preventive Medicine
Is There an Optimal Age for Cat Spay or Neuter?
Several studies illustrate the benefits of spaying/neutering a cat before it reaches 5 months of age, the approximate time it reaches sexual maturity.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Managing Feline Urethral Obstruction
Feline UO is a common emergency. Diagnosis of UO in cats is straightforward, but the difficulty lies in recognition of the problem at home.
Diagnostics
Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration and Core Biopsy
Ultrasound-guided sampling techniques are relatively safe, low cost, minimally invasive techniques for obtaining diagnostic tissue samples.
Integrative Medicine
Managing the Pain of Feline Degenerative Joint Disease
Managing pain in cats with DJD can be challenging; fortunately, several options exist.
Diagnostics
Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Veterinary Patients
Continuous glucose monitors for companion animals with diabetes have become more commonplace in veterinary medicine as the advancement and affordability have progressed past more traditional methods.
Dentistry
Treating Periodontal Disease in General Practice
Bacterial plaque and its inflammatory byproducts are the instigating agents of periodontal disease in the form of gingivitis; however, the body’s individual response determines the progression of disease.