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Computed tomographic anatomy of the nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses and tympanic cavity of the koala
The detailed anatomical data provided are applicable to future functional and comparative anatomical studies, as well as providing a preliminary atlas for clinical investigation of conditions such as cryptococcal rhinosinusitis, a condition more common in the koala than in many other species.

Acquired proximal renal tubulopathy in dogs exposed to a common dried chicken treat: retrospective study of 108 cases (2007-2009)
Of the 108 dogs with acquired proximal renal tubulopathy contemporaneous with chicken treat consumption, most survived but many required aggressive supportive care.

Companion animal veterinarians' use of clinical communication skills
Particular recommendations include the development of a broader emotion-handling repertoire, increased emphasis on the use of open-ended enquiry, including assessment of the client's perspective, as well as attention to aspects of nonverbal communication.

Severe Intussusception Found In A Young Dog That Had Extremely Dilated Loops Of Intestines Seen On The Radiographs
My patient went to surgery the next day and it was discovered to have one of the nastiest intussusceptions that I had seen in a good long time. I've got some pictures to follow, but this is what I think happened.

Treatment For Rabbit With Uveitis; Risks Of Using Steroid Eye Drops In Rabbits
As exotic animal vets, we see the many rabbits (and guinea pigs) that get treated with topical prednisone, sometimes *one* dose, and then develop severe hepatic/pancreatic and immune complications.

Poor Control Of Hyperthyroidism In A Cat Whose Owner May Not Be Giving Medication Correctly
I've had really good owners who think they're getting all the meds into the cat, but when we switch to a simpler method of administration, the blood levels return to normal.

Dog With Possible Ingestion Of Small Amount Of Ethylene Glycol (EG); Testing For Antifreeze Poisoning If Clinic Does Not Have EG Tests
You can run a venous blood gas a few hours post-exposure. If metabolic acidosis is present, it is highly consistent with ethylene glycol toxicosis and warrants treatment.

Tuesday, March 18 - 8 p.m. ET - VIN Rounds
Join Michele Gaspar, DVM, DABVP, MA, Raphael S. Moore, JD, LLM, Tony Bartels, DVM, MBA, and Tony Johnson, DVM, DACVECC, for Manage your Reputation, Online and Beyond: When to Respond, When to Ignore, When to be Proactive.
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Tuesday, March 18 - 9:30 p.m. ET - Venting over a Venti
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Wednesday, March 19 - 9:30 p.m. ET - How to Use VIN Part 3
Learn how to get more out of your VIN Experience.
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Sunday, March 23 - 8 p.m. ET - VIN Rounds
Join Sandra Mitchell, DVM, DABVP, for The Wonderful World of Prairie Dogs.

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Book Review of the Week
BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Haematology and Transfusion Medicine, Second Edition
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What's your Diagnosis?
Archives of the Challenging and Fun Cases

Associate - New, Updated & Revised
Canine Vestibular Disease: General
Spongy Degeneration-Canine
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Upcoming Conferences
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Mark Your Calendar
BSAVA Congress 2014 takes place April 3-6 in Birmingham, England.
Make sure to check out the BSAVA Congress 2013 proceedings.

Companion Notes are VIN generated expanded Journal abstracts providing greater detail.

Some recent Companion Notes additions:

• An unusual complication of endotracheal intubation
• What is your diagnosis? Renal mass in a dog
• Pathology in practice. Primary cilia dyskinesia in a dog
• Nasal eucoleosis in a symptomatic dog from Italy

NOW OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT!
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Pharmaceutical Regulatory Review 2014
March 31 - April 16, 2014

This course is open to veterinarians and veterinary support staff actively interested in learning how to evaluate their practice to reduce the risk of theft, diversion or prosecution for failure to maintain an adequate system of security and accountability for controlled substances.

Basics of Exotic Companion Mammal Dentistry
April 1 - May 2, 2014

This will cover the basic dental anatomy for rabbits, guinea pigs, rodents, mice, rats, hamsters, and prairie dogs, as well as husbandry issues (such as diet) which may influence dental health. We will then discuss the common presentations seen with each species, methods of diagnosing dental disease, and the appropriate treatment for these conditions.

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