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Various diseases in dogs are associated with pulmonary hypertension (PH), which can be diagnosed, as in humans, by transthoracic echocardiography. To determine the relation between the right ventricle size and both the severity of pulmonary hypertension and tricuspid regurgitation (TR), 163 dogs of 22 different breeds were included in this prospective study. All dogs were […]

There are some studies relating sudden death with ventricular arrhythmias in German Shepherd Dogs and English Springer Spaniels but this is the first focusing on Rhodesian Ridgebacks.  The study was triggered following contact from a Rhodesian Ridgeback breeder who was aware of four unexpected deaths of related dogs.  They were all younger than two years […]

The ACVIM has published a consensus opinion about the administration of gastrointestinal protectants to dogs and cats in other to define the clinical use of these drugs routinely. Besides some comparisons between human and veterinary medicine, this document also details the mechanism of action and clinical efficacy of various gastrointestinal protectants, highlighting their clinical use […]

Many veterinary specialists consider urinalysis an extremely important diagnostic procedure. It not only helps to identify urinary disorders but also, for example, diabetes mellitus and intravascular haemolysis. Urinalysis includes: colour and clarity evaluation, urine specific gravity (USG) calculation, chemical analysis and urine sediment microscopic examination. These, always interpreted together with a rigorous clinical history and […]

Cranial cruciate ligament disease (CCLD) is a condition that affects mostly medium- and large-breed dogs and for which management is still controversial. This retrospective study compared owner satisfaction between stifle joint orthoses and tibial plateau osteotomy (TPLO), using online surveys of an orthotic provider (orthosis group) and Colorado State University Teaching Hospital (TPLO group). 76 […]

After 3 days of anorexia and lethargy, a 3-year-old, male neutered rabbit was diagnosed with rabbit gastrointestinal syndrome (RGS). Gas accumulation in the small intestines and cecum was confirmed by radiography and the patient was admitted to the hospital. Unfortunately, care and supportive failed to resolve the problem. Ongoing exams revealed hypothermia, cecum distension (4.25 […]

Great advances are being made in the diagnosis of cancer with volatile organic compounds (VOCs) recognized as promising biomarkers. They can be found in the breath, urine, tissue, human breast milk and/or blood samples of oncology patients. The concentration and composition of VOCs are thought to be altered by cancer pathophysiology, leading to a cancer-VOC […]

Canine osteosarcoma (OSA) is a highly malignant and metastatic bone tumour in dogs. It is more prevalent in middle-aged dogs of large or giant breeds with more than half of the cases appearing at the appendicular skeleton (mostly in forelimbs). There is a greater chance of metastasis in tumours found in the proximal humerus, distal […]

Deslorelin is a Gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonist, used not only for male contraception but also for oestrus stimulation or neutering. The use of slow-release Deslorelin implants is widespread in a range of pets, despite being only licensed for use in male dogs. In male dogs, various studies have demonstrated its inhibitory effect in testosterone secretion and […]

This was the first study to compare the quality of fresh feline ejaculates collected by three different methods: urethral catheterization (CT), electroejaculation (EE) and epididymal slicing after orchiectomy (EP). Electroejaculation is the first-choice technique for obtaining tomcat sperm as it doesn’t require previous training and teaser female cats. Its drawbacks are the requirement for general […]

The purpose of this prospective study was to investigate whether acute spinal injuries on the T3-L3 segment could result in temporary clinical signs of a multifocal or caudal injury. These injuries could affect the segmental reflexes located caudally to the lesion, potentially causing them to be depressed or to shut down altogether. This could result […]

The authors of this paper reviewed new findings about involuntary movements (IM) in dogs and attempted to create a common classification and terminology. They believed that this would not only aid in diagnosis but also help to create a framework for further studies on this subject. IM are divided into tremors and peripheral nerve hyper-excitability […]

Brachycephaly is considered the most important breed-defining trait for Persian cats and breeders have been applying selective pressure to accentuate this morphological feature. An apparent association has been found in Persians between brachycephalic skull conformations and enlarged ventricular volumes.  This association is also seen in other species.  With this in mind, the authors set out […]

Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is the most common infectious disease affecting the central nervous system in cats and is usually fatal. An accurate diagnosis is important to help clinicians to manage owner expectations and avoid unsuccessful treatment. FIP is caused by a virus, FIPV, a mutant of the widespread feline enteric coronavirus (FECV).  These viruses […]

Encephalitozoon cuniculi (E. cuniculi) is an obligate intracellular microsporidium with a wide range of mammal hosts, including rodents and carnivores. It can infect humans and is a particular risk to people with compromised immunity. Rabbits shed spores in their urine and they replicate preferentially in the brain and kidney. Encephalitozoonosis in rabbits is persistent, with […]

In this study, 117 cases of shelter cats that were infected with Feline Panleukopenia virus (FPV) were analysed. The severity of FPV is related to the intensity of clinical signs and how abnormal the blood count is, particularly regarding leukopenia. Experts classify FPV ranging from subclinical to peracute, the latter usually having a deadly outcome. […]