General Approach to Intoxication

Many variables are involved when treating a patient exposed to a toxicant. Learn what the most important considerations are and what questions you should ask before starting treatment.

Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex

CIRDC is a multifaceted disease. Know what questions to ask about your patient’s history that can help pinpoint the causative agent and guide treatment.

Maxillary Extractions in Cats

Review this image gallery for a visual guide to performing feline maxillary tooth extractions.

Anesthesia Considerations in Small Mammals

Anesthesia carries a higher risk in small mammals than in cats and dogs, but knowledge and preparation can contribute to a better outcome.

Feline Aggression

Feline aggression is a common problem that can manifest toward humans and other cats and can have many sources, including fear, redirection, and arousal. Learn strategies for successfully treating this behavior problem.

Differential Diagnosis: Erythrocytosis

Consider these differentials for your next patient presented with erythrocytosis.

Multiple Oral Pathologies in a Dog

Many dental pathologies are ignored and/or underestimated by pet owners. Read how a thorough oral examination helped identify the cause of this 6-year-old boxer’s gingival masses.

Differential Diagnosis: Anemia

Use this differentials list to aid in diagnosing patients presented with anemia.

Insulin Selection in Diabetic Dogs and Cats

There are many factors to consider when prescribing insulin for a patient with hyperglycemia. Use this algorithm to determine insulin use in diabetic dogs and cats.

Feline Infectious Peritonitis

FIP is a complex disease with a high mortality rate. Learn how to manage feline infectious peritonitis cases and why this disease may no longer be fatal in the future.

Diagnosing Feline Infectious Peritonitis

Confirming FIP can be difficult. Follow these steps to help diagnose your next feline patient with suspected FIP.