Today’s Veterinary Practice

Today’s Veterinary Practice, the official journal of the NAVC, serves as a reliable source for peer-reviewed clinical insights in the field of veterinary medicine. Our mission is to improve understanding and foster confidence, ultimately promoting top-notch veterinary care.

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Management of Bumblefoot in Chickens

Jan 20, 2025 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

This article is part of an exclusive NAVC book dedicated to chicken and poultry care and medicine, Poultry in General Practice: Veterinary Medicine for Chickens in Small Flocks. As backyard flocks become more popular and owners seek out preventive and emergency care, general and mixed animal practitioners should be prepared to oversee their basic care and refer cases as necessary.
Protect the Gut: Probiotics, Antibiotics, and the Nuances of Managing GI Disease

Jan 15, 2025 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

Editor’s Note: This is an excerpt from Research Wrapped, a free monthly newsletter that collects the latest scientific research relevant to small animal veterinarians and pulls out practical takeaways. To be the first to receive this newsletter each month, subscribe here. Sarah Schmid, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), is an assistant professor at the University of Tennessee whose latest publication can be found in the November issue of Vet Record.
How to Track Greenhouse Gas Emissions in the Veterinary Clinic

Dec 11, 2024 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

Ever wondered how many greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions your veterinary clinic produces? A new tool now exists to help calculate just that.
Blood Smear Review: A Step-by-Step Guide to Normal Findings for Cats and Dogs

Dec 10, 2024 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

AbstractA blood smear review is a cost-effective, minimally invasive, and important part of a complete blood count that can be used to identify underlying disease and illness. A systematic approach to manual blood smear review is recommended, starting with a low-magnification scan of the entire smear (to identify cellular patterns and large structures) followed by a high-magnification review of the monolayer (to assess red blood cell, white blood cell, and platelet morphology and numbers).
Performing Physical Examinations of Reptiles in General Practice

Dec 10, 2024 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

AbstractThe physical examination, combined with a thorough history with husbandry, shapes the differential diagnosis and guides the diagnostic plan for reptilian patients. The physical examination of reptiles consists of a distant examination and a hands-on examination. Components of the physical examination differ between species. This article provides an overview of how to examine chelonians (turtles and tortoises), lizards, and snakes.
How to Take and Submit Skin Biopsies: Getting the Most Out of Your Pathology Report

Dec 10, 2024 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

AbstractSkin biopsies are among the most commonly performed biopsies due to the frequency of skin conditions and easy access to lesions. However, the accuracy of skin biopsy interpretation and the resulting pathology report rely heavily on the proper execution of the biopsy procedure.
Living Their Best Long Life

Dec 10, 2024 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

Experiencing a decline in cognitive abilities is among the most feared aspects of growing older. Age-related cognitive decline has significant personal, societal, and financial implications. Over the next century, hundreds of millions of people are expected to have dementia globally. The concept of dementia has existed since ancient civilizations, where philosophers viewed mental decay as a natural part of aging.
Diagnostic Testing for Tick-Borne Diseases: Recommendations and Interpretation of Results

Dec 10, 2024 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

AbstractTick-borne diseases, including those caused by members of the genera Anaplasma, Borrelia, Ehrlichia, and Rickettsia, pose significant risks to pets. Left undetected, infections with these pathogens may result in severe disease necessitating intense treatment or hospitalization. Many diagnostic modalities are available to aid in pathogen detection, but interpretation of their results can be complex.
Updates on Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome

Dec 10, 2024 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

AbstractCognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) is one of the most underdiagnosed conditions in dogs and cats. Diagnosis of this condition is typically a diagnosis of exclusion. The earlier CDS is identified and interventions are implemented, the sooner disease progression can be delayed, helping maintain the human–animal bond. Treatment may involve pharmaceuticals, change in diet, nutritional supplements, environmental modifications, and enrichment and exercise.
Commercial Fresh Pet Food Diets

Dec 10, 2024 | todaysveterinarypractice.com | Marissa Delamarter

AbstractThe market for commercial fresh pet food is growing, and the general practitioner should be prepared to discuss fresh pet food diets and explain how to compare them to traditional dry and canned pet food diets. Underlying client inquiries are not only the concept of pet humanization but also the increasing media attention and publicity about the role of food processing in human health and disease states.