My dogs had always been greater than 50 pounds until recently, so travel with them involved crates in the back of my pickup secured with tie-downs. However, an 11-pound Morkie now runs our household, hates crates and loves to go on rides. This story comes from a subscriber who thought veterinary hospital personnel and animal health pros who travel with pets would want to know … [Read more...]
In vitro fertilization goes to the dogs
Veterinary teams working with breeders of all sizes will find this story interesting. We’re sharing it because it represents the ever-advancing science in animal health. Also, the connection to species preservation and replication for human disease testing and discovery is significant. In livestock, embryo transfer has changed the face of progressive breeding and trait … [Read more...]
What you need to know about Parvo
Canine parvo virus has been with us since the mid-1970s. Still considered a relatively new disease, it continues to be a risk for pets whose vaccinations were given too early or not finished. This article is a solid review of risk, treatment and prevention, including hygiene for owners, personnel and premises. Source: Veterinary Practice News, November 2015. Because parvo … [Read more...]
Sponsored Content – Canine Bordetella vaccine: now easy to administer
Richard Meadows, DVM, DABVP, offers perspectives on Bordetella vaccination delivery options from the position of teaching veterinary students the practical aspects of vaccination. A sidebar reviews the four clinically important facts about Bordetella bronchiseptica. Source: Clinician's Brief, October 2015 print issue, page 26. As a veterinarian charged with teaching … [Read more...]
Case Study – Juvenile diabetes mellitus: long-term management
Veterinarians and veterinary technicians may find this case report informative and validating as they consider individual pet therapies. Source: JAAHA Nov/Dec 2015, page 419. Juvenile Diabetes Mellitus and Concurrent Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency in a Labrador Retriever: Long-Term Management. A three-month old, female, entire Labrador retriever presented with vomiting, … [Read more...]
Four top nutrients every animal needs
Learn what pet owners are reading about nutrition in the October/November issue of Animal Wellness. Jean Hofve, D.V.M. walks readers through the top nutrients needed by dogs/cats: Omega 3 Fatty Acids Digestive Enzymes Probiotics Antioxidants Other articles address liver, pH and supplementation. Source: Animal Wellness, Oct/Nov 2015 page 42. Many people, … [Read more...]
Popular approaches to treating CHF in dogs
Congestive heart failure (CHF) in dogs is a growing category of pet care as the average age of pets increases. Better technologies and increased understanding of cardiac failure provides more opportunities for earlier diagnosis and preemptive care. Yet, the treatment options are varied by condition, by individual dog and by veterinarian experience. New options for treatment are … [Read more...]