Low-Fat Diets and Plant Extracts: A Novel Strategy for Canine Obesity Management
Obesity is one of the most common and serious health problems in companion animals, particularly dogs and cats. Beyond excess weight, it predisposes pets to…
Category: Dogs
Shotgun Metagenomics in Veterinary Medicine
Shotgun metagenomics is rapidly transforming how we approach infectious disease diagnosis in veterinary medicine. The application of this technology in clinical veterinary practice can be…
Canine Ear Microbiota: Insights for Veterinary Practice
Maintaining ear health in dogs is a common challenge in veterinary medicine, particularly when dealing with canine otitis externa (OE). Recent research has shed light…
Multimodal Analgesia for Enhanced Postoperative Care in Small-Breed Dogs
Orthopedic surgeries in small-breed dogs present unique challenges for veterinarians. These patients often have limited physiological reserves, making effective pain control not only a matter…
Exploring a Novel Therapeutic Approach for BOAS
Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) remains one of the most pressing welfare concerns in brachycephalic breeds, particularly British bulldogs. Traditional management strategies often involve surgical…
Rethinking Bile Acid Dysmetabolism in Veterinary Gastroenterology
Bile acids (BAs) have traditionally been viewed as digestive surfactants, but veterinary metabolomics now positions them as systemic endocrine signals central to the microbial–host metabolic…
Find Your Fit: How to Choose an Animal Wellness Certification for Your Goals
Animal Wellness Academy offers expert-led, flexible online certifications in holistic pet care, veterinary education, and shelter training to align wi…
Resistant Yeast Ear Infection in Dogs
Otitis externa caused by Malassezia pachydermatis remains one of the most common dermatological challenges in canine practice. Azole antifungals—particularly miconazole—have long been the frontline therapy.…
Healthy aging in dogs and cats: epigenetic influences on pet longevity
How epigenetic influences on pet longevity, including toxins and nutrient deficiencies, accelerate aging in pets – along with integrative strategies to support health and longevity…
Add Functional Insights to B-Vitamin Status with Homocysteine Testing for Dogs and Cats
Homocysteine testing for dogs and cats can help you evaluate functional B-vitamin utilization and one-carbon metabolism. Homocysteine testing helps veterinarians look beyond serum B12 and…
HABRI funds new research to strengthen veterinary end‑of‑life communication
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) has awarded a new research grant to the Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA) to investigate pet owners’…
When sound becomes medicine: shockwave therapy for canine osteoarthritis
An evidence-based review of shockwave therapy for canine osteoarthritis, covering mechanisms, device types, protocols, efficacy, and practical clinical guidance. Canine osteoarthritis (OA) is among the…
