Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone Test to Differentiate Hyperadrenocorticism in Dogs

Every available test to differentiate hyperadrenocorticism in dogs has its pros and cons. A recent study asked if a corticotropin-releasing hormone test might have advantages that the others don’t.

Dual Therapy for Cats at Risk for Arterial Thromboembolism

Cats at high risk for arterial thromboembolism can feel like a ticking time bomb. A new study asks if a dual drug protocol using modern antithrombotic therapy might give these cats more time with fewer clots.

Adverse Effects of Mycophenolate Mofetil in Dogs with Immune-Mediated Disease

An increasingly popular immunosuppressive drug, mycophenolate mofetil, can cause GI, hematologic, and dermatologic adverse effects. Discover the likelihood of each as well as the time to onset and resolution of the most common one.

Ultrasonography & Diagnosis of Pancreatitis in Dogs

Abdominal ultrasound is a primary method of diagnosing acute pancreatitis, but studies on sensitivity and specificity are lacking. Researchers compared the ultrasound findings of dogs with acute pancreatitis at admission and 2 days into hospitalization to ask how to most effectively utilize this diagnostic modality.

Adoptability of Cats with Periuria

Cats with periuria are often considered unadoptable. Learn what this study uncovered about  this assumption.

Assisted Enteral Feeding in Dogs with Protein-Losing Enteropathy

Many dogs with protein-losing enteropathy are hyporexic or anorexic. Consider how assisted enteral feeding may affect the outcome of these patients.

Pancreatitis in Cats

Pancreatitis can be difficult to diagnose and manage in cats. These expert recommendations can help guide your approach.

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.

Effect of a Low-Fat Diet on Hypertriglyceridemia in Miniature Schnauzers

Has dietary fat restriction been confirmed to be a helpful first-line strategy for miniature schnauzers? Discover new evidence that demonstrates the effect of a low-fat diet on these dogs.

Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio in Canine Inflammatory Bowel Disease

The neutrophil:lymphocyte ratio (NLR) has been proposed as a possible marker of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in humans. Discover how this simple calculation might be used in canine IBD patients.