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When the seasons change, so does the risk of pets encountering certain toxins. In this seasonal series, AAHA has collaborated with Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT, of Pet Poison Helpline, to identify some of the common pet poisons veterinarians encounter with their clients. Here's what to watch for this autumn.
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No definitive protocols exist for the cleaning of veterinary anesthesia components such as breathing circuits and reservoir bags, mainly because most are manufactured to be single-use only. Deciding which course of action your practice will take requires evaluating the limited available evidence on risk of cross-contamination and the feasibility of cleaning methods for your team.
Feline urethral obstruction is a painful and devastating condition for male cats that comes with a significant risk of re-obstruction at any point after treatment. Researchers now have evidence to suggest that Lorazepam, a skeletal muscle relaxant, can effectively reduce the risk of re-blocking in cats who have already been blocked once.
Anesthesia in brachycephalic dogs present unique challenges due to their predisposition to airway obstruction, stress-related complications, and higher risks of aspiration. Read on for expert tips on ways to mitigate risks and prioritize patient safety.
Assessing dog bite risk has, historically, been done using a “point-in-time” approach, judging a dog’s behavior in an unfamiliar environment without considering how that behavior might differ in a home setting or how well a family might be prepared to manage that risk.
A new approach, informed by human forensic psychology, may provide veterinary professionals, behaviorists, and caregivers alike with objective tools they can use to understand, assess, and potentially manage individual dogs’ bite risk.
Settle in for a deep dive into what studies show could be a more objective way to assess bite risk, as well as the role veterinary professionals can play in mitigating risk and educating clients.