Surgeon's Corner: Parathyroidectomy in a Dog

Two patients presented and underwent extensive diagnostic workup for persistent hypercalcemia; the likely diagnosis for each was a parathyroid adenoma or other parathyroid mass.

Top 5 Arrhythmias in Dogs & Cats

An expert selects five of the most common cardiac arrhythmias identified in dogs and cats and describes ECG characteristics, treatment, and prognosis for each.

Phalangeal Fillet Technique for Digital Pad Transfer

Proficiency with this footpad transfer technique, described step by step, can save patients from permanent lameness.

Periodic GI Upset in a Shelter Cat

The readily treatable gastrointestinal distress in this cat resulted in referral. What’s your diagnosis?

Prostatic Disease

Multiple diagnostics and serial evaluations may be warranted to promptly diagnose prostatic diseases as treatment type and urgency varies with the cause.

Diffuse Lower Motor Neuron Dysfunction in Dogs

Examination findings and treatment options for four of the most common differential diagnoses of diffuse motor neuron disease are described.

Canine Cryptorchidism

A 2-year-old castrated German shepherd dog was referred for possible cryptorchidism. Surgery was elected; what made this a viable option? 

Treatment Options for Oronasal Fistulae

Strategies for correction of oronasal fistulae may include surgery or placement of a prosthetic palatal obturator—both visually depicted in the following guide.

Canine Flank Alopecia

These images show the pathognomonic appearance and provide insight on diagnosis and treatment for canine flank alopecia.

Recurrent Streptococcal Pharyngitis in a Family

When faced with a request to test household pets in response to recurrent Streptococcus throat infections in the family, what is the best approach?

Nerve Blocks for Oral Surgery in Dogs

This step-by-step describes anatomic landmarks to guide nerve block placement and how to detect those landmarks via palpation and other means.

Fractured or Discolored Tooth

Tooth trauma can produce fracture or discoloration and may be treated using various methods, depending on owner preference and condition of dental structures.