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Dispelling common myths about inter-dog aggression

Aggression (including barking, growling, lunging, snapping and biting) directed towards unfamiliar d...

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Can trazodone be used to manage stress in hospitalised canine patients?

Imagine this clinical scenario: you work in a companion animal practice with a high surgical caseloa...

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The importance of neonatal and paediatric care for kittens and puppies

Because every young patient deserves and will benefit from the best start in life, it is crucial tha...

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Traumatic brain injury in companion animals

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can occur in many different cases; it has been reported that up to 20 p...

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Canine cognitive dysfunction and its relation to osteoarthritis: common comorbidities in ageing veterinary patients

Canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD), also known as dementia, is a common comorbidity in ageing arthri...

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Stem cell therapy for refractory feline chronic gingivostomatitis and beyond

The development and regulatory approval of stem cells for human applications has largely outpaced th...

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Recovery speed of LFTS vs conservative treatment for canine cruciate ligament disease

Imagine this clinical scenario: you examine a seven-year-old Labrador Retriever with a confirmed com...

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Diagnosing and managing Cushing’s syndrome in dogs

Cushing’s syndrome, or hyperadrenocorticism, is a relatively common endocrine condition in middle-ag...

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Dentistry of small companion mammals

Dental disease is a common presenting issue of small companion mammals, perhaps because the unique a...

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Stem cell therapy for elbow dysplasia in dogs

Elbow dysplasia (ED) is one of the most common causes of thoracic limb lameness in Labradors and oth...

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Six ways to support menstrual health in the veterinary workplace

Navigating our careers and menstrual cycles is intrinsic to our journey as resilient women in any pr...

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Use of feeding tubes in small animal general practice

Nutritional support has long been regarded as a key part of managing hospitalised people with many d...

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Diagnostic imaging for acute intervertebral disc extrusion in dogs

Dogs sustain acute injuries to the spinal cord for several reasons, including trauma, ischaemic even...

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Hyporexia and unintentional weight loss in cats

According to a survey of EU vets, weight loss and inappetence are one of the most common reasons for...

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Five ways to build great workplace relationships

Relationships are a fundamental part of human existence: humans feel an innate need to belong and to...

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Navigating the festive season - a guide to managing mental health at Christmas

The Christmas season is often portrayed as a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, fo...

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Is hormone replacement therapy a risk to pets?

As a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) user, I am particularly interested in this subject matter; ho...

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Identifying and managing pain in exotic pets

Identifying signs of pain in exotic animals is of the utmost importance in order to preserve animal ...

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Recognising signs of pain in cats

There are sensory and emotional aspects of pain, and, as such, every individual can experience pain ...

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Meloxicam or prednisolone for feline interstitial cystitis?

Imagine this clinical scenario: a client has brought in their pet cat after spotting blood in its ur...

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Mental well-being and positive psychology for veterinary professionals

Earlier this year, Laura Woodward, counsellor to the veterinary profession, published a book – Menta...

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Managing rude behaviour – an incivility toolkit for veterinary staff

“It totally affects your day because you start to question, ‘Was it me? Was it something I did? Is i...

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Diagnostic sampling for infectious diseases in avian patients

When avian patients present with illness, they usually show non-specific symptoms which makes pinpoi...

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An update on diagnosis and treatment of canine appendicular osteosarcoma

Osteosarcoma (OSA) is the most common primary malignant bone tumour in dogs, comprising around 85 pe...

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Impact of surgical margins on cutaneous mast cell tumour recurrence 

Imagine this clinical scenario: a client brings in a four-year-old neutered male Pug with a 1cm cuta...

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Diabetic ketoacidosis in emergency and critical care

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) occurs when a patient with diabetes mellitus is severely uncontrolled; i...

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A practical guide to low-flow anaesthesia in veterinary practice

Low-flow anaesthesia is generally considered to be anaesthesia with a fresh gas flow (FGF) of 0.5 to...

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Advancing veterinary care in practice: what are the opportunities and challenges in the current climate?

A willingness to adapt and contribute to advancing standards of veterinary care and a desire to impr...

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Teenage tearaways! Behaviour changes related to adolescence in dogs

What is adolescence? It is a long period of development wherein a juvenile becomes an adult, behavio...

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Managing trauma and shock in exotic patients

Emergency presentations in exotic patients are as unique and varied as exotic species themselves. Wh...

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