Equine PTSD: Dealing With Trauma-Induced Behaviors in Horses
The bond between humans and horses is delicately built upon a foundational stone of trust and care. However, this bond can be disrupted and trust…
Category: Veterinary Care
Factors Affecting Feline Cognition
The domestication of cats is an interesting journey, shaping their cognitive abilities and social behaviors. Unlike their solitary wild counterparts, domestic cats have adapted to…
Can Diet Impact the Canine Urobiome?
Recently, it was discovered that the urine from healthy dogs hosts its own unique microbiome, known as the urobiome. These microbial organisms play important roles…
Revolutionizing Equine Cartilage Assessment: The Promise of Electroarthrography (EAG)
Equine veterinarians have long faced the challenge of accurately assessing the quality of cartilage in their patients, particularly when it comes to diagnosing and managing…
Understanding and Addressing ADHD-like Syndrome in Dogs
Veterinarians often encounter behavioral challenges in canine patients that can profoundly impact the quality of life for both the dog and their caregivers. One such…
Amniotic Fluid: A Window into Neonatal Immunity in Puppies
Newborn puppies are highly vulnerable to dangerous pathogens, due to their underdeveloped immune systems. These pathogens include canine parvovirus (CPV-2), canine infectious hepatitis virus (CAdV-1),…
How Computed Tomography Findings Help Diagnose Canine Extraskeletal Osteosarcoma
Extraskeletal osteosarcoma (exOSA) is a rare and intriguing form of soft tissue sarcoma. It originates from mesenchymal cells rather than the bone itself. Unlike its…
How Fish Skins Can Heal Animal Burn Wounds
The devastating California wildfires of 2017 highlighted a pressing need for innovative treatments to address severe burn wounds suffered by wildlife. Veterinarians at UC Davis,…
Study Explores the Unique Attachment Between Dogs and Their Owners
The bond between dogs and their owners is a fascinating topic that has captured the attention of researchers and animal enthusiasts alike. Recent studies have…
Updated RECOVER CPR Guidelines for Veterinary Resuscitation
The field of veterinary medicine is constantly evolving, and the delivery of effective emergency care is a critical component of this ongoing progress. In 2012,…
How Free Choice Profiling Could Help Evaluate Pain-Related Emotions in Dogs
Assessing animal pain and emotional expression is an important aspect of veterinary care. A recent study investigated the abilities of different observer groups, including dog…
CO2 Laser vs. Scalpel Blade for Nasopharyngeal Tumor Removal
Managing nasopharyngeal masses in veterinary patients has long presented unique challenges due to their complex anatomy and limited accessibility. Traditional surgical approaches using a scalpel…
