Clinical

Nearly 40% of dogs show signs of canine osteoarthritis (OA), but many don’t receive treatment. That could change with the newly FDA-approved Librela, a monthly injectable that has been used by veterinarians in Europe for the past two years with largely positive results.

The USDA has granted a conditional license to the first Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody (CPMA) treatment from Elanco, which stand to be a “gamechanger” in fighting this deadly, highly transmissible disease.

Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, DABVP and his team had to get creative when trying to intubate a dog with such severe periodontal disease that its mouth could not be opened far enough to see the larynx.

Bandaging is an art. It is a skill that every technician, new or experienced, should continue to hone throughout their career. Bandages themselves are multifaceted. Proper selection and application are critical components of wound healing. Understanding the properties and functions of bandages is key to correct selection and will aid in a successful application.

There are more than 5,000 approved prescription and over-the-counter medications with labeled indications for veterinary patients. And a number of those products pose a health hazard to humans.

Is lack of compliance bugging you?

Simulating on-the-job experiences not only engage employees but teach valuable soft skills

New virtual lab at Tufts University simulates the full clinic experience

A new tool could provide easier diagnoses for lumps and growths

Successful preventive care requires a team effort