Today's Veterinary Practice

29/07/2024

Itchy and painful ears are no fun or patients or clients — and many factors and causes can point toward otitis externa.

Half the battle of treating otitis externa is figuring out the underlying cause and type. Client education and compliance are then key to managing it.

28/07/2024

Before prescribing a compounded medication, do your due diligence in verifying the source, type, quality, and reason for prescription.

Compounded medications can be useful when FDA-approved medications are not available, but they should not be selected on the basis of cost alone.

27/07/2024

Stay current on the latest veterinary research with our monthly "Research Wrapped" report!

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26/07/2024

True or False: FISSs arise from malignant transformation of fibroblasts or myofibroblasts that proliferate as part of a chronic inflammatory reaction to vaccination or injection.

Guidelines for vaccine administration exist in order to better track association of sarcoma development with specific vaccines.

25/07/2024

A young Rottweiler was presented with dermatologic, pulmonary, and neurologic signs with no identifiable underlying cause.

Find out how clinicians reached the diagnosis of disseminated nocardiosis.

While disseminated disease is commonly associated with immunosuppression, it is possible that Nocardia species could be primary pathogens in young dogs.

24/07/2024

The human-animal bond is a powerful thing, and it is our job to support that as much as possible while still fulfilling our oath to the patient.

The human-animal bond is a powerful thing, and it is our job to support that as much as possible while still fulfilling our oath to the patient.

23/07/2024

Although dipylidiasis is not life-threatening, the zoonotic significance warrants timely diagnosis and treatment.

Brought to you by Merck Animal Health, the makers of Bravecto® (fluralaner) and Sentinel® (milbemycin oxime/lufenuron).

22/07/2024

The "where" of bone marrow aspiration, but find out the "how" at

Bone marrow cytopathology and histopathology are vital tools for understanding diseases and conditions that affect or arise from the bone marrow.

21/07/2024

Emergency clinicians may see a plethora of dermatologic presenting complaints.

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20/07/2024

Feline OA can be managed pharmacologically by a multitude of drugs.

To read up on the new felinized anti-NGF mAb, Solensia, access the full article here:

Frunevetmab (Solensia) is a once-monthly anti-NGF mAb subcutaneous injection for feline osteoarthritis.

19/07/2024

The first step in diagnosing or ruling out an obstruction is abdominal radiography.

Common causes of mechanical obstruction include foreign bodies, intestinal neoplasia, and intussusception.

18/07/2024

Biomarkers such as CRP are likely to play an increasing role in the care of companion animals.

CRP levels are emerging as a promising prognostic indicator for the management of dogs with a range of inflammatory diseases.

17/07/2024

True or False: Immunocompromised animals should recieved yearly vaccines as normal.

Find out at

Glucocorticoids are considered the mainstay of immunosuppressive therapy, however clinicians should be aware of second-line or alternative agents.

16/07/2024

Download and share this quick-hit ebook on dermatology skills for your veterinary nurses/technicians or students in training!

15/07/2024

Here's a secret ... no matter how tough it gets sometimes, most of us still wouldn't trade this job for anything.

Here's a secret ... no matter how tough it gets sometimes, most of us still wouldn't trade this job for anything.

14/07/2024

Download these algorithms on the complete process of your role in canine splenic masses, from intial presentation to diagnosis.

The client’s decision between surgery and palliative care may be aided by diagnostics and considering the dog’s hemoabdomen status.

13/07/2024

Familiarity with common capnography waveforms encourages early detection of potential anesthesia complications.

Familiarity with common capnography waveforms encourages early detection of potential anesthesia complications.

12/07/2024

Sentinel lymph node mapping is a straightforward procedure that can be performed in primary care practices that undertake curative-intent skin mass excisions.

Sentinel lymph node mapping is a straightforward procedure that can be performed in primary care veterinary practices that undertake curative-intent skin mass excisions.

11/07/2024

National Pet Fire Safety Day is July 15th, and most of us have heard of a cat chewing on wires or pets perishing in a tragic house fire.

Download this client handout and share this week to ensure pet parents a re creating as safe a home as possible.

National Pet Fire Safety Day is July 15th.

10/07/2024

The most common “epulides” have been relabeled as ameloblastoma and peripheral odontogenic fibroma.

Common oral tumors were historically referred to as an “epulis.” However, this term is nondescript and is now highly discouraged in veterinary medicine.

09/07/2024

Client education is one of the most important factors in increasing the chances of success of an EDT, along with the selection of an appropriate elimination diet.

Client education is one of the most important factors in increasing the chances of success of an EDT, along with the selection of an appropriate elimination diet.

08/07/2024

Unfortunately, the pet food industry is mired in opinions and misinformation, making it difficult for pet owners to discern truth from marketing propaganda.

Unfortunately, the pet food industry is mired in opinions and misinformation, making it difficult for pet owners to discern truth from marketing propaganda. Ultimately, the cornerstones of feeding pets are safety and nutritional balance.

07/07/2024

This article focuses on optimizing diagnosis and updating prevalence information.

Multimodal diagnostics can enhance detection and help to differentiate between heartworm-associated respiratory disease (HARD) and adult heartworm infection.

06/07/2024

Frunevetmab (Solensia) is a once-monthly anti-NGF mAb subcutaneous injection for feline osteoarthritis.

Frunevetmab (Solensia) is a once-monthly anti-NGF mAb subcutaneous injection for feline osteoarthritis.

05/07/2024

Coaching and mentoring interventions, when applied in a supportive workplace culture, may provide some relief to frustrated and disillusioned veterinary teams.

Coaching and mentoring interventions, when applied in a supportive workplace culture, may provide some relief to frustrated and disillusioned veterinary teams.

04/07/2024

A clinic champion is one who goes above and beyond for the care of patients and animals, maybe without the recognition they deserve.

Does this sound like someone you know? Nominate them to be part of TVN's all-new Clinic Champions Series! 🏆

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03/07/2024

Join the NAVC and fellow collaborators in Kansas City, Missouri, from August 22 to 23 to begin your journey into the future.

Join the NAVC and fellow collaborators in Kansas City, Missouri, from August 21 to 23 to begin your journey into the future.

02/07/2024

Dr. Platt discusses two diseases that are debilitating in dogs, but from a feline perspective, that are covered in this issue, and Dr. Banovic shares literature on the impact of biofilm on antimicrobial susceptibility in canine otitis externa.

Dr. Platt discusses two diseases that are debilitating in dogs, but from a feline perspective, and Dr. Banovic shares literature on the impact of biofilm on antimicrobial susceptibility in canine otitis externa.

01/07/2024

The newest issue of TVP is out for your perusing pleasure. 📖

Read up on Solensia, view an algorithm on canine splenic masses, and more at https://go.navc.com/3VS7xE4!

30/06/2024

Successful definitive therapy for hypercalcemia depends on the identification and reversibility of the underlying disease.

Successful therapy for hypercalcemia in veterinary patients depends on the identification and reversibility of the underlying disease.