Table of Contents Feline panleukopenia, sometimes known as feline distemper, is a highly fatal viral disease of cats worldwide characterised by gastroenteritis and immunosuppression. In this article, we review risk factors and prevention of feline panleukopenia, with a particular focus on the use of feline panleukopenia vaccines. Feline panleukopenia: symptoms and survival rates Feline panleukopenia … [Continue Reading]

Table of Contents The term “waste anesthetic gases” is used to designate nitrous oxide emissions that escape the anesthetic circuit, as well as halogenated organic compounds such as isoflurane and sevoflurane. These waste gases can be present in inhaled air while remaining completely undetectable without the use of specialized gas evacuation systems, and as such … [Continue Reading]

Table of Contents Canine influenza is a newly emerging viral respiratory disease endemic to the US and parts of Asia, with outbreaks documented in Canada and the UK. The majority of cases present with mild clinical signs: pyrexia and a persistent cough lasting to 2-3 weeks. Inappetence, lethargy, and a purulent nasal discharge due to … [Continue Reading]

Heartworm disease may be detected on routine health screenings — for example, when a heartworm test is performed at a dog’s annual veterinary wellness visit — or when a dog is tested based on clinical suspicion. Regardless of how heartworm disease is diagnosed, prompt treatment is essential. Table of Contents Goals of heartworm treatment Pet … [Continue Reading]

Table of Contents Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO) is commonly performed to treat dogs suffering from cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture. Clients often have questions regarding the benefits of this procedure, expected success rates, and why this surgery is recommended over other treatment options. A general understanding of CCL ruptures, the TPLO procedure, and surgical … [Continue Reading]

Table of Contents When presented with a patient that has a history of seasonally inflamed, itchy skin that responds poorly to maintenance medication, most veterinarians immediately begin to suspect allergies. After ruling out parasites, skin infection, and other causes of pruritus and inflammation, the next step is often to recommend allergy testing. The benefits and … [Continue Reading]

Table of Contents In August of 2018, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) announced the creation of the sixteenth veterinary technician specialty: Veterinary Technician Specialist in Diagnostic Imaging (VTS-DI). This specialty joins a list of 15 other veterinary technician specialties: Emergency and Critical Care Dentistry Internal Medicine Laboratory Animal Medicine Anesthesia and … [Continue Reading]