Managing hyperkeratosis in canine patients
Identifying the cause of hyperkeratosis in your canine patients is a key step in choosing the right course of treatment, yet a topical approach is…
Category: Dogs
Helping pet parents through the recovery process
When a patient is healing from injury, there are a several ways to support them and their caregiver through the recovery process. Dogs and cats…
Rethinking the role of metronidazole in veterinary medicine
This article discusses the appropriate and inappropriate uses of metronidazole, highlights current research that contradicts our older assumptions, and prompts some questioning to determine if…
Tear production and good ocular hygiene in dogs and cats
An overview of tear function and why it’s a crucial component of ocular hygiene in your canine and feline patients. The quality and quantity of…
How the NASC is helping to elevate and standardize the animal supplement industry
The NASC Quality Seal is earned, not purchased, and has become a credible and trusted symbol of quality, vigilance and continuous improvement. Chances are you’ve…
Home-preparing pet food – what you need to know
Thanks to animal cookbooks and internet recipes, home-preparing food for your dog or cat has never been more accessible. But making sure he’s getting a…
Tongues, pulses, and points: TCVM diagnostics for the beginner
Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, like Western medicine, is an extremely broad subject that can be studied for years. As with any medical system, a little…
Addressing kerato-seborrheic disorders (KSD) in canine and feline patients
With the right topical approach, you can maintain a healthy skin barrier in patients to reduce the discomfort associated with kerato-seborrheic disorders. Dermatological issues have…
Integrative approaches to canine hemangiosarcoma
Combining conventional and alternative treatments is the best approach for dogs with hemangiosarcoma (HSA). Hemangiosarcoma (HSA) is a relatively common and devastating tumor often found…
Cancer conversations
5 tips for mindfully communicating a cancer diagnosis that strengthen bonds of trust and enhances patient care. Since one in four dogs will develop cancer…
What should you know about dental microbiology?
A better understanding of dental microbiology can help you halt the growth of tough pathogens in your patients mouths, resulting in better overall oral health.…
Proactive use of Microbiome Restorative Therapy (MBRT) in the veterinary clinic
Microbiome Restorative Therapy using quality donors can help restore balance in patients whose microbiome has been damaged. The microbiome is the body’s new frontier and…
