Animal Talk
Springtime is birthing time on the farm
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Spring is here and in the large animal veterinary world, that means babies. It is an exciting time of year that also brings some challenges.
Animal Talk
Oral flea and tick products
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As the weather gets warmer we are now on the lookout for the reemergence of large numbers of fleas and ticks. For the last few years pet owners have been using the oral products in the isoxazoline class (Bravecto, Nexgard, Simparica, and Credelio).
Animal Talk
Taking care of your cats’ teeth
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Cats are afflicted with a very common painful condition known as feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORL). This occurs when the teeth slowly breakdown and resorb.
Animal Talk
Technology in ambulatory medicine
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Technology is a large, everyday component in the daily routine of equine veterinarians. It has vastly changed the way medicine is practiced and most days, we are glad for the advancement.
Animal Talk
Canine influenza highly contagious
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Dog flu, also know as canine influenza (CIV), is a very contagious viral disease that first appeared in Florida at a greyhound racetrack in 2004. This respiratory disease spread very rapidly.
Animal Talk
Abuse of opioids affects veterinary providers
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We are all aware of the opioid crisis in the U.S. today especially with prescription medications. There is potential for abuse in veterinary practice and reports of “clients” going from veterinarian to veterinarian seeking controlled medications that are addictive.
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Veterinary specialists
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It seems like the norm in human medicine is to see your family physician for a health issue but if the problem is the least bit complicated then a referral to a specialist follows. In the veterinary world the general practitioner manages most of your pet’s medical problems. There are, however, complicated cases that require specialists and veterinarians will recommend a consult with a specialist.
Animal Talk
Shaping Up For Spring
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As the snow melts (and mud season ensues), we all start thinking about getting back in the saddle. Literally.
Animal Talk
Arthritis in cats
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We often think of older dogs being arthritic and having stiff joints and tense muscles. Cats have the same problems but tend to hide their pain and suffering.