FDA takes new steps to increase access to adverse event report data
The FDA has made it a priority to enhance transparency and information sharing across our entire portfolio of regulated products, especially when the availability of such information can benefit human and animal health.
Imported Dogs Test Positive for Brucellosis
Diagnostic testing confirmed Brucellosis canis in two dogs imported from Korea.
Effectiveness of Imidacloprid/permethrin Compound Against Biting Flies
The combination imidacloprid-permethrin proved safe and helpful in the management of natural canine fly dermatitis.
Evaluation of Honeycomb Appearance of the Spleen
Honeycomb appearance of the spleen is uncommon in cats and most of the time it was benign (84%). T
Conservative vs. Surgical Treatment for Cranial Cruciate Disease
Results suggested that conservatively treated cats with CCLD experienced less chronic pain at long-term follow-up than surgically treated cats.
Review Looks at Oncological Emergencies
New review article discusses pathophysiology, clinical presentation and treatment of most common oncological emergencies.
Study Looks at Efficacy Against Babesia
The imidacloprid/flumethrin collar was demonstrated to be highly effective against challenges with D. reticulatus ticks for up to 8 months.
Honey Helps Healing
Intra-lesional application of honey to lacerations prior to wound closure may be beneficial in preventing infection.
Surgeons Use Labial Graft to Repair Eyelid
New technique offers help for eyelid tumor repair.
Study Shows Recovered Horses May Be Silent Carriers
Streptococcus equi can persist in clinically normal silent carriers for months to years.
Acetaminophen Studied in Horses
Study examines pharmacokinetics of acetaminophen in horses.
Efficacy Study of an Iodine-Restricted Diet for Hyperthyroidism
An iodine-restricted diet was able to control moderate-to-severe hyperthyroidism in most cats by 4 weeks.
Study Looks at Reactive Seizures in Cats
The most common cause of reactive seizures was presumptive or confirmed intoxication.
Risk Factors Associated with Urethral Obstruction in Male Neutered Cats
The incidence was lower in Burmese cats compared to Domestic shorthair cats, and higher in non-pedigree cats compared to pedigree cats.
Extent of neoplastic infiltration in feline intestinal tumors
Results support the need of histological margins of 4 cm for intestinal masses other than lymphomas.
Deadly Chicken Disease Spreads to Bay Area
Virulent Newcastle Disease Confirmed in Northern California
New guidelines released for antibiotic therapy
. This document is a revision and expansion on the 2011 Antimicrobial Use Guidelines for Treatment of Urinary Tract Disease in Dogs and Cats
Sparkler Ingestion Results in Barium Toxicity
Add sparklers to your list of potential dangers in the home.