Within the last several years cognition and affect researchers have tried to understand the animal state better. Some studies show a more human like perception to pain with an emotional state, while others refute this conclusion. We will learn how to interpret our patients based on the evidence we have from measured behavioral and biological…
Respiratory distress is a common presentation in both emergency and general practice. This program will review localization of disease to different parts of the respiratory tract, common diseases, and approach to stabilization and diagnosis. Date & Time Wednesday, December 7, 20226:00pm – 7:00pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close 15…
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…