Understanding canine noise phobia
Many clients report fear-based behavioral problems in their dogs, including noise phobia. Understanding underlying reasons can help you determine treatment. Approximately 90 percent of dog…
Category: Dogs
Dogs, COVID-19, and veterinary medicine
Has COVID-19 changed the relationship clients have with their dogs? A new study explores how the pandemic has impacted human, veterinary and pet relations. Dogs…
Does the coronavirus mean your patients need masks?
Is COVID-19 transmittable between humans and animals? Are masks necessary? We explore precautions your clinic should be taking We’ve heard multiple reports that companion animals…
The ‘other’ cannabinoid. Does THC have a role in veterinary medicine?
Exploring questions surrounding THC (trans-Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol), the “other” cannabinoid, its safety, legality and place in the veterinary field. In the last issue, we looked at veterinary…
Fear Free ™ approach to pain management in companion animals
The veterinarian developed Fear Free ™ approach for pain management is a way to improve outcomes and create a rewarding therapeutic experience. Fear, pain, anxiety…
Testing the canine healthy soil hypothesis
Is healthy soil the secret ingredient to better health for dogs? Learn about the groundbreaking research being done by the Canine Healthy Soil Project. Many…
COVID-19: Safe practice advice for veterinary clinics
Veterinarians are on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Heed to this advice to safely practice in a clinic setting. Veterinarians are on the…
Cannabis products and dogs
The veterinary market is inundated with cannabis products, but do they work? A pilot clinical trial looks at this modality’s effectiveness for canine pain relief.…
Supplementation for dogs at various life stages
Supplementation is important, regardless of a dogs life stage. The NASC provides information on how to talk to your clients about proper supplementation. When speaking…
Communication: the key to implementing massage therapy treatment
How communication between veterinarians and a canine (and feline) massage therapist (CCMT or CFMT) can ensure a safe treatment plan for your clients. Massage therapy…
Acupuncture and analgesia in veterinary medicine
An exploration of how acupuncture to achieve analgesia, an ancient modality, is used to treat a variety of pain levels in animal patients. Acupuncture is…
Top 4 herbs for your pet’s dental health
Bad teeth, red gums and smelly breath…periodontal disease affects at least half of all dogs and cats. These herbs (along with kelp!) can provide symptomatic…
