Human plague case in Oregan likely linked to pet cat, officials report
According to the Deschutes County Health Services, the disease was likely contracted by the person from a pet cat that has been symptomatic.
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Offering comprehensive rehab
The slew of new veterinary technology, equipment, and lifestyle products for home use are offering viable alternatives to medications to increase patient mobility, reduce pain, and enhance recovery processes.
The best cities for dogs’ well-being, ranked
USA TODAY Blueprint scored 46 of the most populous U.S. cities for which there was data, based on various factors, including the number of veterinary offices and pet care costs.
Feline genome probed for future disease studies
The Morris Animal Foundation-funded research delves into various cat species’ entire DNA, uncovering novel perspectives on domestic and wild cat evolution
How to treat toxin ingestion
Intravenous lipid emulsions (ILEs) represent a valuable, cheap, and life-saving alternative to other more complicated and expensive treatments after ingestion of a lipophilic toxin or toxicant.
Talking clients into prioritizing pet dental health
Explaining what goes on in an initial examination and then taking the time to discuss necessary next steps could help you advocate for your patients’ dental health.
Canine longevity drug launches in a clinical trial
A whippet named Boo is the first dog dosed in the study to demonstrate healthy lifespan extension in dogs treated with LOY-002
February pet- and vet-related calendar
Forget summer, February is the time full of dog days, from Walk Your Dog Day to National Dog Biscuit Day. Other pets get some love, too, and did you know there’s a National Polar Bear Day? VPN Plus+ created this marketing piece for you to use freely in your clinics to provide your staff with fun ideas for in-clinic mixers, photo contests, or social medial posts.
How to approach polytrauma
While severe visible injuries can cause distress to practitioners, threatening internal injuries are easily overlooked, leading to more compromising conditions, such as cardiopulmonary arrest.
Tips on minimizing, recording, and handling surgical complications
As the saying goes, “Hope for the best but prepare for the worst.” Dealing with complications starts with preparing for them.