Liver Biopsies in Dogs Undergoing Splenectomy

The decision to perform liver biopsy at the time of splenectomy may be based on several findings. Consider the results of this study when making that choice.

Anaphylactic Hemoperitoneum in Dogs

Hemoperitoneum is a rare but documented complication of anaphylaxis in dogs. Make sure you are aware of the associated clinical signs and possible treatments.

Novel Feline Erythrocyte Antigens

Administering type A blood to a type B cat can result in a severe hemolytic reaction. This study sought to find the prevalence of cats with non-AB red cell antigens that could be of clinical relevance.

Hyperimmune Plasma for Dogs with Parvoviral Enteritis

The goal of passive immunization is to provide sufficient antibodies to fight disease before the recipient’s body makes its own antibodies. Does this approach hold promise in the treatment of canine parvovirus?

Surgical Site Infection Following Extracapsular Cranial Cruciate Ligament Repair

Surgical site infection after repair of the cranial cruciate ligament with an extracapsular suture technique can result in a need to remove the implant. Discover what risk factors are associated with this type of infection.

CSF & Serum Lactate Levels in Canine CNS Disease

Examine new research on the use of serum and CSF lactate levels as biomarkers for CNS disease in dogs.