Top 5 Blood Collection & Sampling Errors

Blood collection and sample handling errors can result in preanalytic erroneous laboratory results. Discover the top 5 causes of these errors and how to prevent them.

Behavior Problems in Adopted Cats & Dogs

Behavior problems in cats and dogs in the shelter can reduce both the likelihood of adoption and quality-of-life. Learn how you can help these patients be successfully adopted and remain in the home.

Electrocution Emergency in a Puppy

A puppy was presented for collapse after chewing on an electric cord. Follow this case to learn the effects of electrocution and how to determine a treatment plan.

Differential Diagnosis: Proteinuria in Dogs

Finding the cause of a canine patient's proteinuria can be complicated. Start by ruling out these differentials.

Differential Diagnosis: Proteinuria in Cats

Feline proteinuria can be caused by a variety of conditions from pyometra to pancreatitis. Narrow the differentials for your next patient with increased urinary protein levels. 

Top 5 Drugs for Perianesthetic Analgesia

Analgesic drug choice is important at every step of the anesthetic protocol. Review this author's top 5 anesthetic drugs to use in pain management protocols in cats.

Feline Orthopedic Examination

Orthopedic pain in cats can be difficult to identify and localize. Use this step-by-step guide to perform an effective feline orthopedic examination.

Common Tibial Plateau-Leveling Osteotomy Complications

TPLO is a common surgical repair technique for cranial cruciate ligament rupture in dogs, but is not without risk. Read this review for ways to prevent or mitigate potential complications following TPLO.

Leptospirosis

Follow this diagnostic tree and management overview for a guided approach to patients presented with signs of leptospirosis.