Surgical Outcomes in Dogs with SAD
A recent retrospective study investigated surgical treatment outcomes in dogs with spinal subarachnoid diverticulum (SAD). The study included ten dogs with chronic progressive paraparesis, or…
Category: Veterinary Care
Decoding Canine Oral Melanomas
In a comprehensive study, researchers evaluated a cohort of 12 dogs with oral malignant melanomas (MM). The demographic details of the cohort, including a balanced…
Tackling Canine B-Cell Lymphomas: A Novel Targeted Approach
B-cell lymphomas (BCL) are the most common hematological cancers affecting our canine patients. While traditional chemotherapy-based protocols, such as CHOP, have been the mainstay of…
Cementoplasty: Promising Palliative Treatment for Canine Osteosarcoma
Cementoplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that involves injecting a bone substitute, such as a calcium phosphate cement, into a tumor lesion. This technique…
Applying Quality Equine Nutrition in Clinical Settings
Abby Geick is an equine veterinarian who knows firsthand the powerful impact nutrition can have on a horses well-being. When her 23-year-old horse, Mackay, lost…
TMJ Diagnostics: Arthroscopic Examination Protocol for Canine Temporomandibular Joint
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) in canines poses several challenges in terms of intra-articular diagnostics. However, a recent study that developed and tested an arthroscopic examination…
The Impact of BCS on Systolic Blood Pressure and Glucose Levels in Cats
Obesity is a prevalent nutritional disease in cats and has significant implications for their overall health and well-being. A recent study investigated the differences in…
Proton Pump Inhibitors: A Potential Game-Changer in Canine Cancer Treatment?
Researchers at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) recently made a groundbreaking discovery. They have revealed the potential of proton…
Early Neurophysiological Evaluation in Acute Canine Polyradiculoneuritis
Acute canine polyradiculoneuritis (ACP) is a common peripheral neuropathy that is typically self-limiting and benign. However, delayed diagnosis of ACP can hinder the treatment of…
How to Determine the Best Approach to Separation-Related Behaviors in Dogs
When dealing with separation-related behaviors in dogs, the goal is to determine the underlying cause before designing an environment and training protocol that sets the…
Feline Communication Via Microbial Metabolites in Anal Glands
Cats use their anal glands to produce unique odors that repel rivals, attract mates, and mark territory. Now, researchers have deciphered the role the microbiome…
Case Study — True Diaphragmatic Hernia in a Cat
Diaphragmatic hernias are relatively uncommon in cats, and their diagnosis can pose a challenge due to their varied presentations. This blog post presents a case…