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NEWS THAT'S FIT TO CLICK, reported for YOU...

• Texas regulators suspend Lindsey’s license
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• Veterinary clinic opens at a Florida Wal-Mart
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• University of Illinois reports largest veterinary class
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• Veterinarians brace for Hurricane Mattthew
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Evolving story:
- Cannabis for canines: availability, research, legal status

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New and Revised Articles to Share With Your Clients!

Veterinary Partner

• Lufenuron (Program) revised

Texas Farm Radio

• Low Carb Diets (revised)

VetzInsight

• Is Giardiasis Getting Too Much Attention for Diarrhea?

Outcome Following Surgical Correction of Grade 4 Medial Patellar Luxation in Dogs: 47 Stifles (2001-2012)
Full function was reported for 42.6% of cases (n=20). Acceptable function was reported for 40.4% of cases (n=19). Unacceptable function was reported for 17% of cases (n=8). The overall complication rate was 25.5% (n=12), with revision surgery for major complications required in 12.8% of cases (n=6).

Bilious Vomiting Syndrome in Dogs: Retrospective Study of 20 Cases (2002-2012)
Therapy involved frequent feedings, late evening meals, gastric acid reducers, prokinetics, and gastroprotectants. Response to therapy suggests abnormal gastrointestinal motility, local gastritis, gastric pH, or stimulation of the emetic center may be important factors in bilious vomiting syndrome.

Common Emergencies in Rabbits, Guinea Pigs, and Chinchillas
This article reviews the diagnosis and treatment of some of the more common acute illnesses. It also discusses the predisposing factors that culminate in acute presentations, so that emergency providers can recognize and be mindful of underlying causes of disease before treatment of acute illnesses.

Can Critically Injured Dog Be Euthanized If Owner Abandoned It At Emergency Clinic?
Bottom line? Avoid this in the first place by not taking custody of an animal without the course of action/payment agreed to.

Preventing Feather Picking In Chickens: Use Of Hot-Pick Spray And Other Aversive Topical Products
What I liked was the Amazon Reviews. The purchasers sprayed so much, or in such windy conditions, they pepper-sprayed *themselves*.

Refinancing Student Loans: Federal Loans Vs. Private Bank Loans
Refinancing your Federal student loan into a private loan can be a confusing and risky venture. Know what you are giving up before converting your federal student loans. Once it is done, you cannot convert your loans back into the federal system.

Differentials For Blindness In A Young Dog That Was Recently Treated For Heartworm
A bright white light is a mixture of colors including red and blue. Thus the typical Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration (SARD) case will...

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VIN Rounds
Sunday, October 23 - 8 p.m. ET
(Monday, October 24 - Midnight GMT)
Join Ken Abrams, DVM, DACVO, for Cataract Confusion Clarified! What is that Cloudy Eye?
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VIN/VECCS Rounds
Monday, October 24 - 8 p.m. ET
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Venting Over a Venti
Tuesday, October 25 - 9:30 p.m. ET
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Book Review of the Week
Practical Guide to Canine and Feline Neurology, Third Edition
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Website of the Week
AAHA Nutritional Assessment Guidelines For Dogs And Cats

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Principles of Medicine
February 2 - March 19, 2017
Presenters: Katherine James, DVM, PhD, DACVIM; Linda Kidd, DVM, PhD, DACVIM;
Kathy Freeman, DVM, BS, MS, PhD, DipECVCP, FRCPath, MRCVS; Stefanie Klenner, Dr.med.vet., DECVCP; Peggy L. Schmidt, DVM, MS, DACVPM

The second of six modules in the Organ System Pathophysiology and ABVP Core Examination review series, this course is designed to cover the pathophysiological basis of disease in small animals based on pathophysiological and discipline-specific concepts. Clinical examples will be used to illustrate these concepts. Focus will be on clinical decision making and the diagnostic process including problem-oriented clinical reasoning, the assessment of laboratory data, and an introduction to evidenced-based medicine. This module together with the first module Pathological Basis of Disease are designed to prepare the participant for the organ system-based modules. The course can be used as a portion of the preparation for the ABVP Core examination, but it is not designed as a test-preparation course.

Systems A: Organ System Pathophysiology and ABVP Core Examination Review
April 27 - July 2, 2017
Presenter(s): TBA

The third of six modules in the Organ System Pathophysiology and ABVP Core Examination review series, this course is designed to cover the pathophysiological basis of disease in small animals based on pathophysiological and discipline-specific concepts. Clinical examples will be used to illustrate these concepts. The Organ System Pathophysiology and ABVP Core Examination Review series of courses may be used as a comprehensive review for the ABVP examination for small animals.

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