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tvpjournal.com Today's Veterinary Practice May/June 2014 6 14 PET HEALTH BY THE NUMBERS Focus on Diabetes mellitus and seizures Statistics extracted from data collected from the medical records of nearly 2.2 million dogs and 460,000 cats presented to more than 800 Banfield Pet Hospitals in 2012 and 2013. 44 DERMATOLOGY DETAILS treating resistant skin infections in Dogs Valerie A. Fadok, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVD The increasing prevalence of methicillin resistance has made treating pyoderma challenging. Dr. Fadok presents the clinical manifestations, methods for diagnosis, and treatments for drug-resistant canine pyoderma infections. 53 IMAGING ESSENTIALS radiography of the small animal skull: temporomandibular Joints & tympanic Bullae Mary Wilson, RT(R), CT, MR, CV; Danielle Mauragis, CVT; and Clifford R. Berry, DVM, Diplomate ACVR High-quality, correctly positioned and collimated radiographs are essential to accurately evaluating the temporomandibular joints and tympanic bullae in small animal patients. 61 RECOVERY & REHAB Laser therapy in Companion animals David Dycus, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS (Small Animal) Laser therapy use is on the rise in veterinary medicine. Discover the properties of lasers, how they work, and their use in wound healing, pain management, and rehabilitation in the small animal patient. May/June 2014 • Vol 4, No 3 Contents ColuMNs A Peer-Reviewed Journal 67 79 61 97 53 8 Editor's Note 10 Advertiser Index 12 Today's Veterinary News 12 Erratum 92 Journal Club 67 PARASITE PROTOCOLS Canine Pulmonary Helminths Dwight D. Bowman, MS, PhD, Diplomate ACVM (Parasitology, Hon), and Susan E. Little, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVM (Parasitology) Pulmonary helminths can cause severe, life-threatening respiratory disease in dogs. Distribution, life cycle, diagnosis, and treatment of common species are discussed. 72 PRACTICE BUILDING Beyond the Yellow Pages Part 1: Client engagement tools Travis Meredith, DVM, MBA, Diplomate ACT, and Christine Meredith, VMD The authors introduce 3 client engagement platforms on the market today—Vsmart, Demandforce, and The Vet App—and how this technology can enhance communication with your clients. 79 ACVN NUTRITION NOTES surveying supplements: Current trends, research, & recommendations Justin Shmalberg, DVM, Diplomate ACVN More and more pet owners are asking veterinarians for advice on dietary supplements for their pets. The author provides guidance on the use of vitamins and minerals, fatty and amino acids, and herbal supplements. 86 TODAY'S TECHNICIAN Urinalysis in Companion animals Part 2: evaluation of Urine Chemistry & sediment Theresa E. Rizzi, DVM, Diplomate ACVP (Clinical Pathology) Detailed instructions are provided for in-depth evaluation of urine: chemical analysis and microscopic examination of sediment. 97 PRACTICAL DENTISTRY Disorders of Dental Hard tissues in Dogs Brook A. Niemiec, DVM, FAVD, Diplomate AVDC Causes, clinical signs, and treatment options for hard tissue pathologies, including enamel hypocalcification/hypoplasia, caries, discolored teeth, and abrasion/attrition, are discussed. 104 THE BACK PAGE Best Veterinary Care for Veterans' service Dogs An Interview with Gina Jackson tvpjournal.com facebook.com/todaysveterinarypractice 20114-0506_01-11_Mast_TOC_Ed_Ad.indd 6 5/24/2014 10:33:11 AM