Vet Times articles

The latest veterinary content produced by Vet Times, covering topics such as Companion animal, Equine, Exotics, Farm animal, Welfare and General.

November 2014

Cat scratch injuries to eyes

Cat scratch injuries leading to corneal lacerations are common in dogs and cats. These injuries … more

27 mins
Probiotics in cats and dogs

One of the fastest growing areas in research is into the microbiome. With the development … more

17 mins
Caring for geriatric dogs

Improved preventive and interventional health care is leading to an increasing number of older dogs. … more

24 mins

August 2014

Tetanus in dogs: clinical signs and management

Edward Ives considers presenting signs, as well as the care and management required for a good prognosis in this uncommon, but potentially life-threatening, disease.

35 mins

September 2013

Masticatory muscle myositis in dogs

Luca Motta looks at the acute and chronic forms of this condition in dogs, discussing diagnosis, current and future therapy, as well as prognosis.

21 mins

August 2012

Treating cognitive dysfunction syndrome: therapy protocols

Alberta De Stefani-Llabrés and Anita Theobald discuss approaches to diagnosing senile dementia, and consider the various treatment protocols that can be applied to different cases.

48 mins

June 2012

Approaches to diagnosis and treatment of pneumothorax

Catherine Bovens reviews issues around diagnosing and treating the three classifications of pneumothorax in cats and dogs and looks at likely outcomes.

33 mins

May 2012

Canine and feline diabetic clinics

James Harris takes a look at this condition, and outlines methods to get the most out of the treatment process for everyone involved in such cases.

26 mins

April 2012

Use of surgical drains in practice

Darren Barnes provides advice on the principles of placement and management of drains within a small animal practice environment.

23 mins

October 2011

Urinary contrast study techniques

Anna Zlot and Natalie Webster discuss methods of contrast studies used in radiography – a useful tool in the diagnosis of urinary tract disease in companion animals.

25 mins

April 2011

Tail pull injury management in cats: treatment methodologies

James Grierson discusses approaches to such cases, taking into account any neurological considerations.

26 mins

December 2010

Bronchoscopy: approaches to evaluation and sampling

Simon Tappin discusses the diagnostic value of bronchoscopy in dogs and cats, and examines techniques.

21 mins

April 2010

Common bacterial skin infections in dogs: recognition and treatment

Jane Coatesworth examines commonly presented skin conditions, highlighting the hot spots where infection can multiply, and an approach to effective treatment.

25 mins

March 2010

Immune-mediated diseases in dogs: treatment approaches

Lisa Gardbaum discusses the merits and application methods of different immunosuppressants, and outlines some of the side effects that can be experienced.

24 mins

January 2010

Managing melting eye ulcers

Anna Jennings details effective methodologies for the treatment of liquefactive stromal necrosis, and explains how it can be rewarding to treat.

24 mins
Time for real questions

The year is young, and we don’t yet know what it will bring. Although, judging … more

14 mins

February 2008

Dog develops case of “Labrophobia”

 Cleopatra, my Bernese mountain dog, is growing up to be a bit of a wimp. … more

12 mins

January 2008

Pondering evocative nature of smells

As veterinarians, there is no excuse for us underestimating the importance of the sense of … more

12 mins