This lecture provides a general overview of the evaluation and intervention of sick neonatal and pediatric patients with emphasis on review of the physiologic differences between neonatal, pediatric, and adult canines and felines. History collection, physical examination, and sample collection techniques are discussed. Normal vital parameters, laboratory reference ranges, fluid therapy and nutritional calculations are…
The lecture only briefly covers the pathophysiology of anaphylaxis but focuses on how to rapidly gain supportive evidence for the diagnosis of single insult (envenomation, vaccine/drug injection, degranulation of mast cell tumor) canine anaphylaxis. Sonographic detection of gallbladder wall edema has been published as having high sensitivity and specificity for anaphylaxis but has other causes.…
This session will discuss regional and local anesthesia methods available for food animals. When properly administered, local and regional anesthesia provides a safe and effective alternative to general anesthesia. General anesthesia requires more labor and equipment as compared to local anesthesia and has more adverse effects, such as bloat and cardiopulmonary depression. This session will…
Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a relatively common cause of cardiopulmonary symptoms in older dogs, but it often proves difficult to diagnose and medically manage. This program will aim to clarify the details of this clinical enigma. Pulmonary hypertension will be defined, and the classifications and causes of the disease as outlined by the 2020 ACVIM…
With advances in preventive and medical care, our patients are living long, healthy lives, with an emphasis on health-span, not just life-span. Determining the relative age or life stage of a pet is important to provide optimal care, which includes more frequent wellness examinations and diagnostic efforts to identify and manage issues from early phases.…
In this premium webinar produced in partnership with Vet Candy Studios, we will review the basics of diabetes mellitus in cats. We will discuss anatomy, pathophysiology, comorbidities, management, and more! Date & Time Wednesday, December 21, 20226:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close 15 minutes prior to start…
As a veterinary professional, you play an important role in helping to recognize the early signs of osteoarthritis (OA) in your canine patients as well as educating dog owners about this common joint disease. By proactively observing your patients and engaging with clients, you can help dog owners understand why routine OA exams are essential…
Simple and practical tips that can be easily incorporated into everyday practice to improve the euthanasia experience such as quality of life assessment tools, key sentences to show your empathy, where to inject, what to give and how to prevent professional complaints. But more than anything, how to feel better around euthanasia and to get…
This case-based session will summarize key aspects of anaplasmosis and ehrlichiosis in dogs and cats and provide resources for practical clinical management. Recent peer-reviewed literature, and evidence- and expert-based guidelines and resources, will be discussed. Date & Time Thursday, February 9, 20236:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close…
You think like a veterinarian not like an accountant. So how can you excel at managing the finances of your practice without having to go to business school? Despite preconceived notions, understanding practice finances is not that dissimilar from understanding medical diagnostics. Much like we use diagnostic tests to assess an animal’s health, it is…