06-28-18 Veterinary E-News Magazine

 

 

 

Virulent Newcastle disease found in backyard chickens in California By: dvm360.com staff USDA urges bird owners to follow biosecurity measures to protect flocks, pets. Read More

Support staff unionize at two veterinary hospitals By: Lisa Wogan Pro-union votes are a first for Mars-owned VCA and BluePearl Read More

B-Lyme-y! By: dvm360.com staff Data shows pets aren’t getting complete protection against fleas, ticks and Lyme disease. Read More

New veterinary school in Japan stirs debate By: Leslie Helm Question of workforce demand echoes long-standing issue in U.S Read More

Study explores predicting canine disease risk through genetic testing By: Veterinary Practice News Researchers look at whether purebreds are more disease prone than mixed breeds Read More

Why annual screening for exposure to infected ticks is vital By: Melissa Beall, DVM, Ph.D. Because dogs don’t always show clinical signs, it can be challenging to understand the true harm to a pet’s health Read More

 

Diagnosing the bleeding patient By: Medora Pashmakova, DVM, DACVECC Understanding the coagulation system, a thorough physical exam and knowledge of the patient history are key. Read More

Veterinarians: Ease cats’ stress in critical situations By: Michael Nappier, DVM, DABVP “Work with the cat as opposed to against the cat,” this veterinary specialist says. Read More

UF vet performs femoral head ostectomy on mini horse By: Veterinary Practice News The procedure is a well-known option in certain circumstances in dogs with hip dysplasia or a dislocated hip, but is seldom performed in equines Read More

Nutritional Considerations for Foals at Weaning By: Kentucky Equine Research Staff Weaning is a time of major transition for foals, both nutritionally and psychologically. Management strategies can be implemented to help minimize the stress of weaning. Most foals will begin to nibble at the dam’s grain within a few days or weeks of life. Read More

Mare Obesity and Osteochondrosis in Young Horses By: Kentucky Equine Research Staff Not only does maternal obesity contribute to decreased conception rates and increased early embryonic death but it also plays into the development of osteochondrosis, according to researchers*. Read More

Study Links Hard Tracks to Injury Risk in Harness Racing Horses By: Christa Leste-Lasserre, MA  Researchers performed diagnostic imaging on Standardbreds’ limbs to pick up early signs of damage to bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. They noted more serious lesions—and more lesions in general-in horses trained only on a firm surface. Read More

4 lessons from human dentists By:Wendy S. Myers Dentists’ strategies to improve case acceptance with clients Read More

RVing: Not Just For Humans Anymore By: Diagnostic Imaging Systems We’ve put together a list of helpful tips to make the trip as much fun for your furry friend as it is for you. Read More

 

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