Chronic Granulomatous Disease
Drs. Malech and Brenner would like to ask for your help in a search for dogs that might have CGD. Such dogs would have recurrent infections and granulomas. Any infection with Aspergillus (fungus), Serratia (bacteria) or Burkholderia cepacia are very highly suggestive of CGD. If you have any male dogs suggestive for X-CGD or females that lose their male puppies to such infections, we would be interested in screening blood from the affected males or the mother of such animals. We would greatly appreciate your help in our search for Dogs With X-Linked Chronic Granulomatous Disease. If you don't have candidates for this particular project, perhaps you would like to help with one of these other current research projects!
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A Randomized Controlled Study to Evaluate the Steroid Sparing Effect of Essential Fatty Acid Supplementation in the Treatment of Canine Atopic Dermatitis
Our findings indicate a steroid sparing effect of essential fatty acid supplementation in canine atopic dermatitis.
The Radiographic Evaluation of Repaired Canine Ilial Fractures (69 Cases)
Repairs that utilized ventral fixation had significantly greater screw purchase while providing additional lag screw compression across the fracture site.
Intracellular Hematozoa of Raptors: A Review and Update
Plasmodium is the true malarial parasite of birds and mammals. One species, Plasmodium relictum, is considered pathogenic for raptors.
Ileocolitis associated with Anaerobiospirillum in cats
Two cats had acute onset of gastrointestinal signs characterized by vomiting and diarrhea in one cat and vomiting in another cat, one cat had chronic diarrhea that was refractory to medical therapy; one cat had acute onset of anorexia and lethargy, and two cats had clinical signs that were not related to the gastrointestinal tract.
Dog Shot in Head Several Months Ago Has Developed Megaesphagus
Lead poisoning from projectiles does not happen if the lead lodges in soft-tissue like muscle because it is not soluble in these tissues. It can happen if the lead is in contact with body fluids and becomes solubilised - synovial fluid, CSF, or pleural fluid for example.
Sublingual SCC in CRI Cat - Opinions Re: Piroxicam, BCG Vaccine
I have a patient with early renal insufficiency along with sublingual SCC. I started her on piroxicam because the cancer is worse than the renal insufficiency. She is tolerating it well, her renal parameters haven't declined,she has gained weight and her coat is plusher. I also think that we are overly cautious and alarmed about the possibility (not probability) of adverse effects of NSAIDs on renal function.
Did Emergency Hospital Want Too Much To Remove Quills From Dogs?
I have never understood this concept -- not being able to afford a pet. When did having a pet become a right, not a privilege? I have always wanted to own my own horse, but I can't afford it. Does this mean I should rail against the barn owners who charge upwards of $1000/month in board alone? Surely this is ridiculous, and they are "making pigs of themselves". Or should I rail against farriers who charge more than $200 to set 4 shoes. Or the trainer who charges at least $60/hour to ride my horse. Why is anyone more entitled to own a cat or dog, instead of a horse?
Declaw Kitty Flipping Out -- What Went Wrong?
I would reevaluate your ring block technique and continue. Should you get a repeat, a little Domitor does wonders. By the time that wears off, they seem to be over the problem.
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Manual Of Equine Dentistry
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Ferret Medicine
The ferret is an exotic pet that is becoming increasingly popular among pet owners. Ferret cases can be frustrating and difficult to resolve. Are you prepared to treat a case of ferret adrenal disease or insulinoma? Make sure you are prepared to offer clients your expertise on this unique pet and sign up for the Ferret Medicine CE course now! Course Description:
Familiarize veterinary practitioners and technicians with basic and intermediate level medicine and surgery of the domestic ferret. Topics to be included include biology, husbandry, clinical techniques, anesthesia, surgical considerations, adrenal disease, insulinoma, oncology, gastrointestinal diseases, and cardiorespiratory diseases. Instructors:
Geoff Pye, BVSc, MSc, DACZM;
Natalie Antinoff, DVM, DABVP - Avian;
Matthew Johnston, VMD, DABVP - Avian Dates: October 14 - November 25, 2004
Interactive sessions: Thursdays; 9:30- 11:30 PM ET CE Hours: 12 Tuition:
Member/$192, Non-Member/$278 To learn more about this course, the requirements for the certificate course, and to enroll visit the Ferret Medicine course page.
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