Lethargy & GI Distress in a Puppy

Bandit, a castrated Yorkshire terrier (8 months of age), was presented on emergency with a 2-day history of lethargy, vomiting, and diarrhea.

The Secrets to Feline Weight Loss

Although obesity management can be challenging in any pet, feline weight loss presents unique challenges for the veterinary team.

The Case: Gastroenteritis or Something Else?

A 7-year-old Lhasa apso crossbreed is treated for suspected gastroenteritis. The day after the dog was released, a possible foreign body was visible on radiographs. What went wrong?

Feline Infectious Peritonitis

FIP, fatal once signs develop, is best approached with a concrete understanding of signalment, signs, diagnostic techniques, and management protocols.

Esophagostomy Feeding Tubes

Advantages and disadvantages of this mode of feeding are described, as are appropriate foods and step-by-step techniques for placing esophagostomy tubes.

Fiber-Responsive Diarrhea

How do you nutritionally manage a patient with fiber-responsive diarrhea? An expert outlines an approach for prescribing the right diet.

Nerve Blocks for Oral Surgery in Cats

This step-by-step describes three types of nerve blocks used for oral surgery in cats.

Canine Environmental Enrichment

Environmental enrichment can be easy for clients to implement and can positively affect patient quality of life and many problematic behaviors.

Vulvar Discharge in a Puppy

An apparently healthy puppy was presented with mucoid vulvar discharge. What’s your diagnosis?

Top 5 Clinical Consequences of Obesity

Being overweight puts dogs and cats at an increased risk for many serious health problems. An expert describes five common consequences of obesity.

Unconventional Diets

Misconceptions abound regarding pet foods and feeding practices. This approach can help veterinarians advise clients who inquire about unconventional diets.

Wildlife Presentation for the General Practitioner

Wildlife interventions should be guided by law, knowledge about the specific species, and ability to provide proper restraint, housing, and nutrition.

To Cut or Not To Cut: Lameness in a Labradoodle

A 14-month-old castrated Labradoodle presented with 4 weeks’ duration of left thoracic limb lameness. Radiographs showed subtle subchondral lucencies. Should this dog go to surgery?