Chronic Large Bowel Diarrhea in a Young Irish Setter

Evidence-based protocols for chronic large bowel diarrhea may allow patients to avoid invasive diagnostics and reduce cost. Learn how this patient’s diarrhea was treated.

Alternative Methods for IV Access

Intravenous access is essential for administration of IV fluid and medication in critically ill patients, but it can be challenging. Consider these alternative techniques.

Top 5 Paraneoplastic Syndromes

Paraneoplastic syndromes are physiologic disorders that occur secondary to cancer-associated change in the body. Learn which 5 are the most common.

Top 5 Antimicrobial Stewardship Practices

Careful consideration must be given to the use of antimicrobial therapies in practice. Consider 5 simple stewardship practices that can lead to optimal antimicrobial use.

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus in Dogs

Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) most commonly affects large dogs, with mortality rates ranging from 10% to 33%. Confirm how to diagnose, treat, and prevent GDV.

Acute Pancreatitis in Dogs

Dogs with and without identifiable risk factors can develop acute pancreatitis. Review available methods for diagnosing and managing this disease.

Clinical Signs of Anterior Uveitis

Identifying clinical signs of anterior uveitis can be tricky. Feast your eyes on these anterior uveitis case images.

Ischemic Dermatopathy in Dogs

Decode, diagnose, and treat your next case of ischemic dermopathy with confidence after reviewing this primer.

Hepatobiliary Imaging with Radiography & Ultrasonography: Biliary System

Hepatobiliary imaging can be essential for differential diagnoses in cats and dogs. This gallery explores the uses of both radiography and ultrasonography in the biliary system.

Hepatobiliary Imaging with Radiography & Ultrasonography: Liver

Hepatobiliary imaging can be essential for differential diagnoses in cats and dogs. This gallery explores the uses of both radiography and ultrasonography to assess the liver.

Differential Diagnosis: Ketonuria

Several conditions can lead to the presence of ketones in the urine, including diabetic ketoacidosis, Fanconi syndrome, starvation and more. Rule out these differentials in your next patient with ketonuria. 

Botryoid Neutrophils & Inappropriate Rubricytosis in a Dog

A 14-year-old toy poodle crossbreed is presented with sudden onset depression and abnormal breathing after being outdoors on a hot day. Explore the diagnostic findings to discover the diagnosis.

Alternative Treatment for Heartworm Disease Does Not Replace Gold Standard

A melarsomine-based protocol remains the recommended treatment for canine heartworm disease in most cases.

Top 5 Goals for Management of Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetic patients require multiple special considerations. See how your treatment strategies compare with this expert's top 5 management goals of treatment for dogs and cats.

Reflective Practice in Veterinary Medicine

What is the Balint method, and how can Balint groups help those experiencing burnout? Discover the many benefits of this reflective practice for those in veterinary medicine.

Anesthesia-Related Hypotension

Measuring and maintaining normal blood pressure is essential to ensure normal oxygen delivery and cardiovascular function in patients under anesthesia. Read these case examples for guidance on suggested methods and procedures.

Proteinuria in Cats

Proteinuria in a cat? Use this algorithm to delineate the cause and choose the correct treatment.

Canine Cesarean Section

Follow this step-by-step guide to perform cesarean sections in dogs and achieve a healthy outcome for the dam and neonates.

Primary Glaucoma in a Siberian Husky

A Siberian husky is presented with a painful eye related to primary glaucoma. Learn which drugs are safe, require caution, or should be avoided.