Today's Veterinary Practice (original) (raw)
Featured
Immune-Complex Dissociation for Heartworm Diagnosis
ICD techniques are used to unbind antigen-antibody complexes, thus allowing detection of the antigen. Heat or acid treatment can be used for ICD.
Continuing Education
Equine Medicine
Vaccination and Internal Parasite Control for Horses
Veterinarians are encouraged to incorporate the current AAEP recommendations into their routine equine wellness programs.
Preventive Medicine
The General Practitioner’s Guide to Small Ruminants and Camelids
This article serves as a general guide to treating sheep, goats, and camelids; it includes an overview of husbandry practices, common disorders, recommendations on when to refer, and a formulary.
Preventive Medicine
The General Practitioner’s Guide to Pet Pigs
The increasing popularity of pet pigs as companion animals makes veterinary treatment of this population unique and evolving.
Stay current with the latest techniques and information
Sign up today to receive Today’s Veterinary Practice eNewsletter today.
Peer-Reviewed Articles
Cardiology
Algorithmic Treatment of Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs
When dogs with suspected CHF are treated, the diagnosis should first be confirmed and patient stability should be assessed before medical therapy is implemented.
Emergency Medicine/Critical Care
Antifibrinolytic Drugs in Small Animal Medicine
Antifibrinolytic drugs, specifically TXA and EACA, are a helpful addition to the toolbox for the treatment of bleeding in small animals.
Oncology
Indications for Radiation Therapy in Veterinary Medicine
Radiation oncologists must choose the specific radiation treatment at the right time for the right patient.
Nutrition
Nutritional Management of a Dog With Lipogranulomatous Lymphangitis and Short Bowel Syndrome
This case demonstrates how a home-prepared diet formulated by a veterinary nutritionist offered the flexibility needed to facilitate nutritional support for the patient, which led to an improved outcome.
Respiratory Medicine
Treating Bacterial Pneumonia in Dogs and Cats
The cornerstone of bacterial pneumonia treatment is a targeted antimicrobial plan, ideally guided by cytology and/or airway sample culture and sensitivity testing and adequate supportive care.
Nutrition
How to Address Common Misconceptions About Nutrition
Unfortunately, the pet food industry is mired in opinions and misinformation, making it difficult for pet owners to discern truth from marketing propaganda.