RIT induced a mild, mainly not clinically relevant acute phase reaction
The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of radioiodine treatment (RIT) on the acute phase proteins (APPs) serum amyloid A (SAA), alpha-1-acid glycoprotein (AGP) and haptoglobin (Hp) in...
The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine has again launched its VetSpecialists.com website, where pet owners can find important information and connect with specialists.
As part of a collaboration between Veterinary Hope Foundation and World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10), the duo seeks to increase knowledge of mental health struggles in the profession.
Endoscopic debulking with a laser and forceps was more effective than steroids therapy in the treatment of canine nasal polyps
This study describes the clinical, diagnostic, and pathological characteristics of canine nasal polyps and how they responded to medical, endoscopic, and...
To describe the case of a domestic goose treated with lipid emulsion following the ingestion of oleander leaves
Ingestion of toxic substances is a common event in companion animals and livestock, especially in waterfowl. Oleander (Nerium oleander) toxicosis is rarely reported in avian species, with symptoms...
Electrical impedance tomography (EIT) is an imaging technique that can detect airflow changes
Equine asthma (EA) causes airflow impairment, which increases in severity with exercise. Electrical impedance tomography (EIT) is an imaging technique that can detect airflow changes in standing...
Most owners surveyed had a positive opinion on their dog's quality of life
Epilepsy is the most common chronic neurological disorder of dogs and requires a substantial commitment by the pet owner. The aim of this study was to evaluate how Italian owners of epileptic dogs...
In a recent nose-to-nose study that compared trained dogs with an electronic device, dogs proved better at sensing cancer. The study used two dogs trained to...
The long-term quality of life was considered to be good to very good by 89% of the owners
This article aimed to report on the short- and long-term outcomes after transpelvic urethrostomy (TPU) as a first-line surgery to treat obstructive lower urinary tract disease (OLUTD) in male cats.
They are committed to creating a discussion forum between the public and private sectors to discuss the latest findings and actions to tackle the disease globally.
The transition period for dairy cows is a challenging time during which they are at greater risk for developing disorders such as mastitis, metritis, retained placenta, and poor fertility. The impact...
Dogs presenting for NAIH should be carefully evaluated for concurrent PH
A possible association between the development of nontraumatic, acquired inguinal hernias (NAIH) and perineal hernias (PH) has been postulated in adult dogs. The objective of this study was to...
Lymph nodes in abnormal mammary chains may present changes in size, shape, echotexture, and echogenicity
Ultrasound has been used as a diagnostic tool in normal mammary glands and mammary tumors of several species. This study aims to describe the B-mode and Doppler ultrasound features of the mammary...
Kane Biotech Inc. to launch its bluestem line in PetSmart Canadian online store. The products are for oral care of pets and are intended to reduce biofilms, including tartar and plaque, that form in...
Market analysts, Grand View Research, Inc., predict the livestock monitoring market to reach $13.50 billion in 7 years, according to a new report. The market is forecast to increase by a CAGR of...
The federation has signed Mind Matters Internationals joint statement committing to making a real difference in veterinary mental health.
The European Federation of Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) recently announced the signing of the Mind Matters International Joint Statement, which was initiated by the Royal College...
The worldwide market for animal vaccines is expected to reach $15.20 billion by 2030, according to a report by Allied Market Research, a market analysis firm. The area’s boom is forecast to reach a...
Evaluation of the currently available published literature regarding the association between chronic kidney disease and systemic hypertension in cats
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a highly prevalent disorder of senior cats. CKD is frequently diagnosed in association with hypertension, and the two conditions have an intermingled cause-and-effect...
The combination of 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 and postpartum calcium bolus improved lactation performance of dairy cows
Little information is available regarding the effect of supplementing 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 during the transition period combined with a postpartum oral calcium bolus on Ca homeostasis. The objectives...
To describe MRI appearance, identify clinical and clinicopathologic findings, and report outcomes of medical treatment of intracranial coccidioidomycosis in dogs
Background: Knowledge of the clinical and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) features of intracranial Coccidioides infection in dogs is essential for prompt diagnosis to limit disease-associated...
