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 2018

Transmission of meat-borne infectious agents – part 1

Mike Davies reviews evidence about the transmission of these pathogens to, and between, humans and pets – starting with bacteria.

46 mins
Mass on thoracic limb of a dog

Francesco Cian looks at the case of an adult flat-coated retriever in his latest Cytology Corner column for Veterinary Times.

8 mins
End to herd-level BVD possible, but virus continues to challenge

The author joined a gathering of vets, students and other interested parties to watch the … more

9 mins
Farm animal cases from the laboratory

James Barnett presents a selection of cases from the ruminant diagnostic caseload of Axiom Veterinary Laboratories from the spring and early summer of 2018.

34 mins
London Vet Show round-up

After two days with a film crew at the 10th annual London Vet Show as part of the #VetShowLiveStream, the Veterinary Times team has selected its favourite interviews from the event.

Barriers and challenges to treating canine OA – part 2

Danielle Marturello and Karen Perry investigate the problems of treating and managing this condition, using examples of available products. Includes video content.

11 mins
Equine tendon injuries: best treatment and future needs

Victoria Colgate and Richard Payne discuss the use of platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapy in the management of this issue, as well as the need for research into more effective treatments.

35 mins
Preparing rams for mating part 2 – pre-breeding soundness exams

Jenny Hull, following part one of her article, discusses the benefits and stages of fertility testing male sheep.

34 mins
Halitosis – a breath too far?

Bob Partridge considers the causes of bad breath – with dental disease the most common.

21 mins
Pradofloxacin: a feline fluoroquinolone part 1

Lotfi El Bahri, in the first of a two-part article, introduces this antibiotic and its use in cats, including pharmacokinetics, microbiology and mode of action.

23 mins
Las Vegas conference experience ‘so special’

If you’re looking for a break from the norm for your next CPD course, you may want to consider the Western Veterinary Conference. Linda Simon describes her Sin City sojourn…

31 mins
Biggest recorded attendance for VCF Northern Conference

Veterinary Christian Fellowship secretary Ali Budgell reports on the latest group’s northern gathering, which saw its largest turnout yet.

13 mins
The subtle power of saying no

Saying no often feels like a hard thing to do; however, Ami Sawran suggests it shouldn't be about letting people down, but protecting your well-being, both physically and mentally.

12 mins
Otitis externa and media in canine and feline patients

Diana Ferreira discusses available treatment options and management strategies for both outer and middle ear inflammation.

46 mins
Canine epilepsy innovations

Mark Lowrie discusses advances of identifying and managing the various types of this condition.

45 mins
Monitoring and prevention of BVD, IBR and Salmonella

Paul Burr breaks down ways to counter these infections via various control and prevention methods.

19 mins
Activity monitoring: technology fad or valuable clinical tool?

Myra Forster-van Hijfte offers her thoughts on a new possibility in canine veterinary care, and suggests ways vets could embrace this emerging trend for the benefit of dogs and their owners.

30 mins
Basic care requirements of rabbits and small furries

Kate Forshaw and Livia Benato outline the perioperative and nutritional management required by these animals, with a focus on ferrets and skunks.

28 mins
Gold standard care: why it’s time to embrace technology

We’re used to technology in our everyday lives, but Stuart Carmichael explains why practices need to ensure staff are trained, willing and able to accept it at work, too.

25 mins
Exercising endoscopy in horses

Safia Barakzai looks at which cases can benefit from the use of this airway assessment technique in equine patients.

22 mins