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When the first warm stretches of spring arrive, pets and people alike head outdoors, eager for fresh air after a long winter. While a brisk run or country drive can sound invigorating to a dog…
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Misuse and Diversion of High-Risk Non-Controlled Medications

July 17, 2025 / Practitioner Updates

While controlled substances are typically the focus in drug diversion discussions, several non-controlled medications also pose significant risks for misuse and abuse. Due to their unscheduled status, these drugs are often subject to less stringent…
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Radiation: One of Four Pillars of Cancer Therapy

July 17, 2025 / Practitioner Updates

With every cancer diagnosis there are challenges of local tumor invasion and of systemic control (metastasis). The classic anti-tumor treatment modalities (pillars) include surgery and radiation for local control and chemotherapy for systemic control, with…
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New Options for Congenital Heart Disease in Small Dogs

July 09, 2025 / Practitioner Updates

Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is one of the most common congenital heart defects in dogs. While minimally invasive transcatheter occlusion is now considered the gold standard for treatment, very small dogs, particularly those weighing under…
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Research Spotlight: Ratnakar Singh

July 09, 2025 / Comparative Biosciences News

Using about 60 words, how would you explain your main area of research focus to someone sitting next to you on an airplane? I study how certain genes and molecular pathways control cancer cells’ sensitivity…
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Pharmacist’s Corner: Storage and Handling of Insulins

July 09, 2025 / Practitioner Updates

Insulin therapy plays a critical role in the management of diabetes in both dogs and cats. Insulin is available in various formulations, including vials, pens, and cartridges. Different types of insulins are supplied in different…
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Staff Spotlight: Laura Russman, CF

July 08, 2025 / Practitioner Updates

Russman is a farrier. Tell us about your background. I’ve spent the past 18 years around horses. I’ve done anything from riding to working as a groom, managing, and training. After finishing with my associate’s…
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Becoming a Fourth-year

July 03, 2025 / Student Blogs

On March 23, 2025, I received my white coat. This signifies the completion of the academic portion of my Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine and transition into clinical rotations, where I will apply everything I have…
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