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Do glucosamine-based chondroprotective agents affect fructosamine monitoring in diabetic dogs?
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Erika Meler, DVM, MS
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Barrak Pressler, DVM, PhD, DACVIM
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This study demonstrated that short-term administration of glucosamine-chondroitin sulfate does not significantly affect serum fructosamine concentrations in healthy dogs.
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Just Ask the Expert: What frequency of immunotherapy works for your patients?
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Ian B. Spiegel, VMD, MHS, DACVD
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Intradermal testing and allergen-specific immunotherapy have worked well for my patients.
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How should I treat a dog that is allergic to only house dust mites?
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Ian B. Spiegel, VMD, MHS, DACVD
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Advice from veterinary dermatologist Dr. Ian Spiegel.
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How can I obtain optimal results from skin bacterial cultures?
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Paul Bloom, DVM, DACVD, DABVP
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Dr. Paul Bloom reviews the recommended protocol for successful bacterial culture of skin and, in particular, skin biopsies.
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Just Ask the Expert: What blood pressure values should I be concerned about?
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Jennifer L. Garcia, DVM, DACVIM
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References vary regarding normal canine and feline blood pressure values obtained in the hospital. What numbers do you use?
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How do you manage ceruminous otitis in cats?
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Paul Bloom, DVM, DACVD, DABVP
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Veterinary dermatologist Dr. Paul Bloom discusses how he handles these cases.
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Have You Heard? Azotemia in cats? No crystal ball needed (script)
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In this study, researchers in the United Kingdom aimed to identify clinical predictors of azotemia development in older healthy cats.
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Have You Heard? Atopy affects more than just the skin (script)
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Beyond itching and scratching, atopic dermatitis negatively affects both pets and owners.
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Have You Heard? Getting a leash on visceral leishmaniasis (script)
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Revisiting this intracellular parasite of dogs and humans may be a good idea.
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Have You Heard? Stop! Don't kiss that frog! (script)
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Many people are familiar with the risk of salmonellosis associated with turtles, but a recent multistate outbreak of human Salmonella typhimurium infections has been linked to African dwarf frogs, a common aquatic pet.
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Idea Exchange: Treat patients to exam room treats
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We use Greenies Pill Pockets (Nutro Products) in all of our exam rooms.
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Idea Exchange: Deodorize anal gland odor
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If you wipe a small amount of Speed Stick (Colgate-Palmolive) deodorant on a piece of gauze and then place the gauze on the anal gland area after expression, the smell disappears.
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Idea Exchange: Syringe cases control tangled cords
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Manage excess equipment cords and tame cord tangles with 12-, 20-, 35-, or 60-ml syringe cases.
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Idea Exchange: Wrap intravenous catheters in red as visual reminder
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We wrap red Vetrap (3M) around placed intravenous catheters and wrap other colors of Vetrap around regular bandages.
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Idea Exchange: Pipe insulation keeps fluids flowing
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We have found that placing pipe insulation around patients' legs keeps them extended without causing sores or discomfort.
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The Late Show, with Dr. Miller
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Robert M. Miller, DVM
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Dr. Robert Miller makes a special appearance with Dave Letterman.
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