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NEWS THAT'S FIT TO CLICK
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Evolving stories
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New and Revised Articles to Share
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• Cetirizine Hydrochloride (Zyrtec)
• Get a Move On

Texas Farm Radio

• Digestion of Forage by Horses (revised)

ANIMALicious

• Dog Parks: Danger Unleashed

Clinical evaluation of a single dose of immune plasma for treatment of canine parvovirus infection
Dogs were assigned to treatment groups on the basis of randomization tables and were administered a single IV dose of CPV-immune plasma (treatment group) or an equivalent volume of saline (0.9% NaCl) solution (placebo group) within 18 hours after admission to the hospital. Treatment and outcome variables evaluated included neutrophil, monocyte, and CPV counts; number of days of hospitalization; changes in body weight; and cost of treatment.

Evaluation of cystoscopic-guided laser ablation of intramural ectopic ureters in female dogs
Objective - To describe and evaluate the short- and long-term outcomes in female dogs after cystoscopic-guided laser ablation of ectopic ureters (CLA-EU). Design - Prospective case series. Animals-32 incontinent female dogs with intramural ectopic ureters.

Evaluation of conventional PCR for detection of Strongylus vulgaris on horse farms
Recently, molecular tools have been developed to detect S. vulgaris in faecal samples. The aim of this study was to compare the performance of a conventional polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay with the traditional larval culture and furthermore test the performance of pooled versus individual PCR for farm screening purposes. Faecal samples were obtained from 331 horses on 18 different farms.

Esophageal stricture caused by doxycycline in cats
At the Montreal ACVIM, there were two researchers talking about esophageal strictures in cats and how they were more common than previously thought. Always give water after a pill and don't give doxycycline pills to cats.

Dog with unilateral nasal obstruction and unilateral keratoconjunctivitis sicca
I remember speaking to my veterinary neurologist why we don't get a clear picture on these cases. She went on to explain to me how small this area is and how hard it was to image.

Typhlectomy for removal of large leiomyosarcoma in dog
I had a crazy surgery today that I am excited about and wanted to share.

Possible etiologies and prognosis for dog with chronic cough due to restrictive pleuritis (radiographs)
This is generally the result of a chronic inflammatory condition. As fibrinous tissue organizes into fibrous tissue, and the fibrous tissue organizes and contracts, it causes the lung lobes to lose the ability to expand.

Sunday Rounds
Sunday, June 10, 10 p.m. EDT
(Monday, June 11, 2 a.m. GMT/UTC)
Join Lisa A. Fortier, DVM, PhD, DACVS, for an Update on Regenerative Therapies for Musculoskeletal Injuries.
* This is an all text rounds.

VIN/VSPN Rounds
Tuesday, June 12, 9 p.m. EDT
(Wednesday, June 13, 1 a.m. GMT/UTC)
Join Jennifer McGregor, CVT, for Human Medication Toxicities Part 1.
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Virtual Coffeehouse
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How to Use VIN: Part 2
Wednesday, June 13, 9:30 p.m. EDT
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Learn how to get more out of your VIN Experience. Email Nate@VIN.com for more information about this free, three-session course.

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Book Review of the Week
Atlas of Normal Radiographic Anatomy & Anatomic Variants in the Dog and Cat
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Oral Dosage Forms that should not be Crushed

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Configuring eVetSite email in Outlook Express

What's your Diagnosis?
Archives of the Challenging and Fun Cases
Pathology Case 96 - Opened 5/8
Ophthalmology Case 146 - Opened 5/22
Zoonosis Case 120 - Opened 6/4

Associate - Updated and New
Hypercalcemica of Malignancy (feline)
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Upcoming Conferences
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Will the dog rise correctly?
I note that I have a 'possibly bread' dog to spay on Wednesday. This might be a problem as I am unfamiliar with spaying baked goods.

NOW OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT!
Click on the links below to see the details, register, and find more upcoming CE.

Small Ruminant and Camelid Emergency Medicine
July 15 - August 7, 2012

This basic course is open to veterinarians with an interest in small ruminant and camelid emergency medicine.

Introduction to Camelid and Small Ruminant Reproduction
July 29 - August 22, 2012

This introductory level course is designed for veterinarians interested in adding a Small Ruminant/Camelid reproductive medicine component in their practice.

Compassion Fatigue 2: Healing our Practices
June 14 - July 15, 2012

This VSPN course is designed for all leaders or management team members in veterinary practice or an animal care facility. Module 1 (Healing Ourselves) is a recommended precursor but is not required. This course is RACE-approved for veterinarians and veterinary technicians and VHMA-approved for CVPM credits. Be prepared for audio component.

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