As extreme summer temperatures hit across Europe, FECAVA produced an Infographic to inform pet owners to prevent and recognize signs of a life-threatening situation – heatstroke. HEATSTROKE IN DOGS Definition: Heatstroke occurs when normal body mechanisms can’t keep the body’s temperature in a safe range. Dogs don’t have efficient cooling systems like humans (who sweat) and
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American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) published The Antimicrobial Stewardship Guidelines in companion animals. The document is designed to aid practicing veterinarians in choosing appropriate antimicrobial therapy to serve their patients best and minimize the development of antimicrobial resistance and other adverse effects. Along with the main document,
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A panel of experts has created the 2022 ISFM Consensus Guidelines on Management of the Inappetent Hospitalised Cat brought together by the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) to address the problem of malnutrition in hospitalized cats in a practical way. Inappetence may have many origins and, as a presenting sign or observation in the
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FECAVA Wise Nuggets new initiative aims to instill a sense of contemplation, confidence, and security in the heart and minds of young veterinarians. Veterinarians who are experienced, battle-scarred, well versed, and practiced have invaluable advice and life lessons to offer the younger community. We will ask them 3 main questions: – What advice would they
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