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Diarrhea Part 3- What to do…

Posted on July 5, 2023 by skeptvet
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Diarrhea Part 2- At the vet…

Posted on July 3, 2023 by skeptvet
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TikTok- Diarrhea Part 1- When to worry…

Posted on July 1, 2023 by skeptvet
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Acute Diarrhea in Dogs- Resources

Posted on July 1, 2023 by skeptvet

SkeptVet PostsMetronidazole for Acute Diarrhea in Dogs: An Evidence-based Treatment? Chinese Herb vs Metronidazole for Diarrhea in Dogs: An Example of the Problems with Alternative Medicine Research Probiotic Fortiflora: Not apparently very helpful in preventing diarrhea in shelter animals Encouraging … Continue reading →

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Liquid Biopsy- An Evidence Update

Posted on June 26, 2023 by skeptvet

I have written about the emerging liquid biopsy tests a couple of times before (here and here). These are blood tests that are intended to find signs of cancer circulating in the blood. This can be used for screening, testing individuals with … Continue reading →

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TikTok- Chewing Options for Dogs

Posted on June 25, 2023 by skeptvet
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Chewing Options for Dogs- Resources

Posted on June 24, 2023 by skeptvet

Stookey GK. Soft Rawhide Reduces Calculus Formation in Dogs. Journal of Veterinary Dentistry. 2009;26(2):82-85. doi:10.1177/089875640902600202 Hennet P. Effectiveness of an Enzymatic Rawhide Dental Chew to Reduce Plaque in Beagle Dogs. Journal of Veterinary Dentistry. 2001;18(2):61-64. doi:10.1177/089875640101800201 Hooda S. In vitro digestibility of … Continue reading →

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VIN CE Course: Assessment & Management of the Geriatric Patient

Posted on June 21, 2023 by skeptvet

If you are interested in canine and feline aging, I have a new continuing education course available on the Veterinary Information Network (VIN). Two hours of a pre-recorded self-study course and two hours of live, interactive sessions focusing on: Session … Continue reading →

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From ACVIM 2023- Nutrition & Aging

Posted on June 20, 2023 by skeptvet

This is the proceeding summary and the slide deck from my presentation on Nutrition and Aging at the 2023 ACVIM Forum in Philadelphia. Effect of Nutritional Interventions on Aging INTRODUCTIONWhile the clinical phenotype of aging is readily identifiable, a precise … Continue reading →

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Hate Mail- 2023 Edition

Posted on April 30, 2023 by skeptvet

Back in February, I announced that I had received the VIN Veritas Award in recognition of my efforts to promote science-based pet health and combat misinformation about veterinary medicine. Subsequent to that announcement, I have also received a lot of kind and … Continue reading →

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