Top 5 Respiratory Diagnostics

Multiple diagnostic modalities are often necessary in patients with respiratory disease. Learn how to effectively use physical examination, imaging, sampling, and more in your clinic.

Chronic Diarrhea in a Miniature Schnauzer

A young schnauzer, critically ill from prolonged diarrhea, needs answers fast. Uncover the potentially fatal fungal infection that led to his condition.

Which Shampoo Should Be Used?

Effective therapy of dermatologic disorders often requires a multimodal approach. Test your knowledge of topical therapeutics with this case-based quiz.

Vaginal Discharge in Intact Dogs

An intact female dog is presented with vaginal discharge—is it normal or a sign of serious disease? Use this algorithm to decode, diagnose, and treat any underlying conditions.

Vaginal Discharge in Spayed Dogs

Your spayed patient is presented with vaginal discharge—is it normal or a sign of serious disease? Use this algorithm to decode, diagnose, and treat any underlying conditions.

Pedunculated Tail Mass in a Hound

Despite their name, perianal gland adenomas arise from glands present in numerous locations, even as far cranial as the neck. Review your knowledge of these sex hormone-dependent tumors so that you may accurately diagnose them no matter where they pop up.

Euthanasia: Honoring Our Patients & Ourselves

Providing euthanasia services can feel like both an honor and a burden. Discover how 5 veterinary professionals cope with the challenges of providing a "good death."

Quiz: Technical Terms for Dermatologic Lesions

Test your skills in identifying and describing dermatologic lesions using correct medical terminology.

Quiz: Vaccine Reactions

The causes and treatment of vaccine reactions vary. How would you treat this series of patients with vaccine reactions?

Lethargy & Anxiety in a Dog

When a dog presents with vague signs of lethargy and restlessness, cardiac tamponade doesn’t seem like a natural conclusion. Follow Bentley’s case to see how a thorough physical examination can guide you in your workup and help you get the right answers fast.

Staphylococcus pseudintermedius

Staphylococcus pseudintermedius is widely present in the microbiota of dogs and, to a lesser extent, cats. Get a comprehensive overview on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of this leading cause of opportunistic infections.

Incisional Biopsy of Oral Tumors

Given their tricky location and the potential for bony involvement, oral tumors can be difficult to biopsy successfully. Review best practices and the most common mistakes to ensure your next oral tumor biopsy gets you the diagnosis your patient needs.

Seizures in a Young Portuguese Water Dog

When a puppy presents in a neurological crisis, the search begins for a diagnosis. Follow the case of Poncho to determine when and how canine distemper virus might be a threat to your pediatric patients.

Measuring Vertebral Heart Scale in Cats

Vertebral heart scale (VHS) is an objective radiographic measurement that can be useful when cardiac disease is suspected. Review how to calculate VHS in cats.

Should I Leave My Toxic Workplace?

Considering a job change? Make sure your next veterinary clinic doesn't have the same hostile work environment issues. Use these expert tips for finding a practice with a positive culture.