Anesthetic Management in a Hyperthyroid Cat

A 12-year-old cat is presented for a preanesthetic examination prior to removal of an ulcerated basal cell carcinoma, but she is visibly nervous and resists restraint. How would you proceed?

Quiz: Disk Disease in Dogs & Cats

Various diseases, including intervertebral disk disease, traumatic disk ruptures, and lumbosacral disease, can result in pain, paresis, and paralysis. Use these cases to test your ability to diagnose and treat disk disease.

Radiation Therapies in Oncology

The field of veterinary radiation therapy is rapidly advancing. Review the facts about this targeted oncologic treatment.

Evaluating the Skinny Kitty

When treating hyperthyroidism you’ve got options. Knowing which one to recommend for the patient and the client can make all the difference in treatment success.

Predisposing Causes of Canine Osteoarthritis

When treating hyperthyroidism you’ve got options. Knowing which one to recommend for the patient and the client can make all the difference in treatment success.

Blood Smear Platelet Evaluation & Interpretation

An accurate platelet count is crucial to preventing a misdiagnosis of thrombocytopenia. Put your counting skills to the test with this image quiz.

Do Backyard Chickens Pose Any Health Risks to Humans?

Backyard poultry can appear healthy and clean but can spread salmonellosis or other zoonotic diseases. Share these prevention tips with clients who own backyard chickens or other poultry.

Top 5 Corticosteroids for Use in Emergency Settings

When used appropriately, corticosteroids can be a valuable tool in critical care setting. Explore indications, potencies, and potential side effects of the top 5 corticosteroids used in the ER.

Top 5 Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Antibiotics

Effective therapy starts with careful selection. Discover the top 5 antibiotics to consider when treating gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary disorders.

Nutritional Management in a Senior Cat with Weight Loss

Explore optimal nutritional strategies for a senior cat with chronic kidney disease and weight loss.

Optic Neuritis

Prompt diagnosis and treatment of optic neuritis is key to preserving vision. Discover the causes, treatment, and prognosis associated with this rare but serious condition.

Top 5 Viral Dermatoses in Cats

Viruses can cause significant skin lesions. Take an in-depth look at this expert’s top 5 feline viral dermatoses and their clinical signs.

Linear-Stapled Gastrointestinal Anastomosis

Using stapling devices for intestinal anastomosis may offer advantages over traditional hand suturing. Follow this step-by-step guide to performing this surgical technique.