Veterinarians are vital to the detection and containment of potential emerging animal diseases (or bioterrorism)
To help you be prepared, VIN has two great resources!
- Foreign Animal Disease Associate.
- The Searchable Database Of Emerging, Exotic, And Reportable Diseases Of Animals
Click the Library button (main nav bar), scroll down the page to either Associate or the Emerging And Exotic Diseases Of Animals hyperlink, then click!
Check out the Clinical Laboratory Manual!
The Clinical Laboratory Manual provides information (purpose, specimen collection, test limitations, etc.) about specific diagnostic tests (hematology, blood chemistries, urinalysis, cytology, biopsy, cultures, and titers) in dogs, cats, horses, llamas, cattle, etc.
Having problems finding associates?
Use VIN's VetQuest classified ads. These online advertisements are free, and are available to anyone anywhere in the world (not just to VINners)! That's better coverage than any veterinary medical magazine can provide! Just click the VetQuest button and GO! (The VetQuest button is at the upper right on most of VIN's pages.)
New On VeterinaryPartner.com:
Effects of Passive Transfer of Immunity on Results of Diagnostic Tests for Antibodies Against Feline Immunodeficiency Virus in Kittens Born to Vaccinated Queens
Results suggest that kittens readily absorb antibodies against FIV in colostrum from vaccinated queens and that these antibodies may interfere with results of commercially available tests for FIV infection past the age of weaning.
Histologic Comparison of Skin Biopsy Specimens Collected By Use of Carbon Dioxide or 810-nm Diode Lasers from Dogs
Mean char distance was significantly greater in all skin biopsy specimens obtained with the diode laser, compared with those obtained with the CO2 laser.
Cryptosporidium Infections in Cats and Dogs
Fecal samples sent to diagnostic laboratories can be tested using a number of procedures. More than 10 different types of staining methods have been developed for use with fecal smears to aid in detecting Cryptosporidium oocysts via standard light microscopy.
Effect of Orally Administered Hydrocortisone on Intraocular Pressure in Nonglaucomatous Dogs
Orally administered hydrocortisone does not significantly increase IOP in nonglaucomatous dogs when administered over a 5-week period.
Best Ear Cleaners
I have been doing a lot of reading/VIN searches on the different cleaners, and I would love your opinions ...
Diagnosis And Differentiation Of Babesia Species In Dogs: Morphology vs DNA
PCR is the only reliable method to differentiate between the two Babesia species. I think that microscopy can usually differentiate between a small piroplasm and a large piroplasm. Even that can be difficult in some cases. I am sure that you have seen B. gibsoni organisms that are "large" (greater than 3 microns) and certainly you have seen organisms that are not signet ring shaped. I have seen "small" forms that when they are sujected to DNA analysis are actually B. canis. More important than that is that morphology cannot be used to differentiate the different genotypes of large and small piroplasms.
Practice Manager Suddenly Removed Everyone's Computer Permission Levels
Yesterday, without notice or discussion, all of the employees' Avimark powers were stripped at the two-vet practice where I have worked as an associate for 5 months. Now, no one but the practice manager and the owner can adjust transactions, remove erroneous entries, edit medical history, or correct inventory ...
Pug Hermaphrodite
Canines with female external genitalia and internal testes are referred to as pseudohermaphrodites. Canines with both ovarian and testicular gonadal tissue are called true hermaphrodites.
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 Saturday Rounds - ACVSc Rounds
Saturday, January 29, 9 pm ET
Join Darren Fry, VetMB, MRCVS, MACVSc, for Diagnosis Of Portosystemic Shunts In Dogs And Cats. All VINners welcome!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the link in the Rounds Schedule to join the discussion.
Sunday Rounds - VIN/AAFP Rounds
Sunday, January 30, 8 pm ET
Join Drs. Ilona Rodan and Helen Tuzio for a discussion on the new AAFP Behavior Guidelines.
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the link in the Rounds Schedule to join the discussion.
Virtual Coffeehouse
Tuesday, February 1, 9:30 pm ET
Had any crazy clients lately? Stop by and tell us!
This Week's Rounds Schedule -- use the Coffeehouse link to join the discussion.
How To Use VIN: Part 1
Wednesday, February 2, 9:30 pm ET
Learn how to use your computer and VIN. Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-part course! Recent Rounds Getting Wet: An Introduction To Fish MedicineHiring The Right PersonNegotiating That First ContractFeline Pyothorax (ACVSc)Feline Infertility (AAFP)Normal Feline Reproduction (AAFP)Cyclosporine: Ordinary and Extraordinary Uses Neurologic Rehabilitation
 Abstract Of The Week:
Hypernatremia Secondary to Homemade Play Dough Ingestion
What's Your Diagnosis?
* FAD Case 4
* Case Archives
Website Of The Week:
Equine Research Information and more ...
Book Review:
Textbook of Physiological Chemistry
Order this book from the VIN Store.
eVetsites Tip of the Week:
Visiting the eVetsite Demo Site for review, practice or staff training
Upcoming Conferences
Looking to attend -- or contribute a paper to -- a veterinary conference? Check out the On The Road With VIN folder, or the Press Releases folder, to see what conferences are coming up and to visit their web sites! Links to information about upcoming conferences include: WVC, SAVMA, and AAHA.
From the Boards:
* Right vs Left Brain Behavior
* Coumadin Ridge
* Reconstructive Surgery Case
* To Be AAHA, Or Not To Be
Lions And Tigers And Servals, Oh My: Basic Medicine And Husbandry Of Non-Domestic Cats
- Has the exotic cat craze infected your clients?
- Are you uncomfortable about your ability to handle and treat these unusual creatures?
- Do you know what these cats require in the way of diet, vaccinations, and housing?
VIN CE can help!
VIN's Lions And Tigers And Servals, Oh My: Basic Medicine And Husbandry Of Non-Domestic Cats will give you an informative overview of the needs of these non-domestic cats. Instructor:
Laurie Gage, DVM Dates:
January 31 - February 14, 2005
Interactive Sessions: Monday Evenings; 9:30-11:30 pm ET 4 CE Credits Tuition:
Member/ $68, Non-Member/$120;
VSPN okay
(This course is open to veterinarians, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians.) To learn more about this course, and to enroll visit the Lions And Tigers And Servals, Oh My: Basic Medicine And Husbandry Of Non-Domestic Cats course page.
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