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From the editor
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Clinical

From the editor

Exotic pets run the gamut from mice all the way up to ball pythons with everything in between. If you live in a large urban area, chances are there is an exotics vet near you. But, in this month’s cover story, our expert writer talks about “exotic pet deserts” and how general practitioners can fill in the gap for care of exotics in such locations.

Fireworks aren’t fun for everyone

Behavior and Training

Fireworks aren’t fun for everyone

According to statistics, animal control officials across the country see a 30%–60% increase in lost pets each year between July fourth and sixth. In fact, July 5 is traditionally one of the busiest days of the year for animal shelters.

In Practice-Senior Nutrition FAQ
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Clinical

In Practice-Senior Nutrition FAQ

Vicky Ograin, MBA, RVT, VTS (Nutrition), lays out some important info relating to senior nutrition that techs can use right away.

My dog died
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Clinical

My dog died

As veterinary professionals, the loss of our own pets offers a deeper understanding of grief—and a chance for compassionate connection with clients.

JAAHA Case Report of the Month
Photos of various gastric foreign bodies that have been removed from pets.

Clinical

JAAHA Case Report of the Month

Sometimes gastric foreign bodies are too large or sharp to be removed via emesis, and too difficult to grasp using forceps in an endoscope. So, short of doing surgery, what can be done?

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