Today's Veterinary Practice

JUL-AUG 2012

Today's Veterinary Practice provides comprehensive information to keep every small animal practitioner up to date on companion animal medicine and surgery as well as practice building and management.

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A Peer-Reviewed Journal Contents +VMZ "VHVTU FEATURES COVER STORY 14 FELINE RHINITIS & UPPER RESPIRATORY DISEASE Claire R. Sharp, BSc, BVMS (Hons), MS, CMAVA, Diplomate ACVECC A variety of disorders can affect the upper respiratory tract of cats. Diagnosis is usually based on history and physical examination; treatment depends on whether the cat is presenting with acute or chronic clinical signs. r 7PM /P 22 27 36 AN EVERYDAY APPROACH TO CANINE DEGENERATIVE MITRAL VALVE DISEASE Mark A. Oyama, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Cardiology) While diagnosis is one of the easiest aspects of degenerative mitral valve disease, there are no proven interventions to slow progression. Therefore, the clinician must turn to four medications that form the cornerstones of therapy. CANINE LEPTOSPIROSIS: A PERSPECTIVE ON RECENT TRENDS Kenneth R. Harkin, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (SAIM) Leptospirorsis has been described as a re-emerging disease in both dogs and humans. From prevalence to risk factors to diagnosis and therapy, this article explores the latest information on this zoonotic disease. SELECTING CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR YOUR PRACTICE TEAM Sheila Grosdidier, RVT, PHR Continuing education opportunities are endless, from conferences to online webinars to specialty training. Learn how to chose the best continuing education for your practice team, based on individual interests, a variety of training tools, and the practice's budget. todaysveterinarypractice.com facebook.com/todaysveterinarypractice Today's Veterinary Practice (ISSN 2162-3872 print and ISSN 2162-3929 online) does not, by publication of ads, express endorsement or verify the accuracy and effectiveness of the products and claims contained therein. The publisher, VetMed Communications, Inc (VMC), disclaims any liability for any damages resulting from the use of any product advertised herein and sug- gests that readers fully investigate the products and claims prior to purchasing. The opinions stated in this publication are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily represent the opinions of VMC nor its Editorial Advisory Board. VMC does not guarantee nor make any other representation that the material contained in articles herein is valid, reliable, or accurate; nor does VMC assume any responsibility for injury or death arising from any use, or misuse, of same. There is no implication that the material published herein represents the best or only procedure for a particular condition. It is the responsibility of the reader to verify the accuracy and applicability of any information presented and to adapt as new data becomes publicly available. Today's Veterinary Practice is published Jan/Feb, Mar/Apr, May/June, Jul/Aug, Sept/Oct, Nov/Dec (6x per year) by VetMed Communications, Inc, PO Box 390, Glen Mills, PA. 19342. 2 Today's Veterinary Practice July/August 2012

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