Incisional Wedge Biopsy of Subcutaneous Tumors

Complete excision of a tumor isn’t always practical or wise, but that doesn’t mean you have to rely on cytology for diagnosis. Get step-by-step instructions on performing wedge biopsies that will get you the answers you need.

Acute Lameness in a Pointer

A young dog is presented with an acute, painful plantigrade stance of her right pelvic limb. Put your knowledge to the test and uncover how best to work up and treat this uncommon presentation in this interactive case.

Microbiota Modulation Techniques in Dogs

Use this quiz to test your knowledge of prebiotics, probiotics, antibiotics, and specialized diets for treatment of gut microbiome imbalances. 

I'll Never Go Back: One Veterinarian's Pandemic Reflections

On the 2-year anniversary of the pandemic, we asked veterinarians across the United States to share their experiences. See how one Florida practice navigated COVID-19.

Shelter Medicine: Case Study Quiz

Four case scenarios with an assortment of clinical pearls: Use this quiz to test your knowledge of shelter medicine.

Top 5 Leukogram Patterns Associated with Abnormal Neutrophil Concentrations

White blood cell changes are an important indicator of inflammation, infection, and stress. Use this overview to ensure you can recognize and interpret 5 common abnormal leukogram patterns in dogs and cats.

Heterobilharzia americana Infection & Schistosomiasis in Dogs

Schistosomiasis in dogs is increasingly reported in the United States. Learn more about diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for this potentially deadly disease.

Digit Amputation in Dogs

Digit amputation may be indicated in dogs with severe wounds, chronic injuries, or degenerative diseases. Learn about the surgical principles of proximal and distal interphalangeal and metacarpophalangeal and metatarsophalangeal joint amputations.

Interpreting Dental Radiographs

Dental radiography is useful when evaluating for periodontal disease. Use this image gallery to review essential findings in dental radiographs.

Tumor Grading & Staging in Dogs

Review how grading and staging help discern proper treatment and management to improve and/or extend your patients’ quality of life. 

Quiz: Oral Nerve Blocks

Oral nerve blocks provide numerous benefits for patients undergoing dental extractions and other oral surgery. Use this quiz to ensure you’re up-to-date on the best path to analgesia for your patients.

Systemic Hypertension in Cats

Knowing when and how to treat hypertension in cats can help avoid potential complications. Use this guide to navigate these cases.

Differential Diagnosis: Splenomegaly in Cats

Rule out the common causes of splenomegaly in cats with this list.

Chronic Coughing in a Yorkshire Terrier

Small breed dogs are predisposed to many diseases that cause chronic coughing. Follow Cici’s case to gain insight into diagnostic and treatment approaches to this common complaint.

Top 5 Tips for Interpreting Heartworm Test Results

Diagnosing heartworm infection in dogs and cats requires more than a patient-side antigen test. Discover one expert’s approach to interpreting heartworm test results.

Ocular Pain & Vision Loss in a Golden Retriever

Golden retriever pigmentary uveitis is a common, inherited ocular disease that usually requires long-term therapy. Learn to identify and treat this potentially blinding condition.

Congenital Portosystemic Shunt in a Dog

A 10-month-old Yorkshire terrier required postoperative medical management after surgery to correct her portosystemic shunt. Which drugs should be used with caution and which get the green-light?