Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) presents multiple challenges for veterinary practitioners as it can be caused by a variety of factors. Not to mention that its recurrence is common and that many treatments have yet to be backed by rigorous scientific evidence. Dr. Chalhoub will review the most common causes of FLUTD, examine the diagnostic workup, and discuss treatment protocols.

In this presentation, Dr. Paulo Steagall briefly reviews the principals of acute pain management. He also provides an overview of opioid analgesics, including their practical use and adverse effects, while specifically discussing the efficacy, safety, advantages or disadvantages of using methadone - a newly licensed opioid analgesic in Canada.

Allergies to cats are the most common animal-origin allergy. While cats produce several allergens, up to 95% of people with sensitivities to cats respond to the primary cat allergen, Fel d 1, a protein secreted in the saliva and sebaceous secretions of felines. Allergen avoidance is the most effective solution. However, it involves limiting interaction with cats or, in some cases, relinquishment. In this webcast, Ebenezer Satyaraj will discuss the scientific basis of a novel approach to...

This webcast is part of the VaxTalk Thursdays Live Webcast Series Take advantage of this rare opportunity to “talk vaccination” with this internationally-renowned veterinary specialist, lead editor of the AAHA Canine Vaccine Guidelines and co-author of the AAFP Feline Vaccine Guidelines! This presentation provides new insights on maternally-derived antibody interference, genetic factors surrounding patient response to vaccination, the ‘overdue’ patient, vaccine storage and handling issues...

This webcast is part of the VaxTalk Thursdays Live Webcast Series Take advantage of this rare opportunity to “talk vaccination” with this internationally-renowned veterinary specialist, lead editor of the AAHA Canine Vaccine Guidelines and co-author of the AAFP Feline Vaccine Guidelines! This presentation on canine Lyme disease provides insight into critical risk factors unique to Canada, diagnostic considerations (and controversy), the role of co-infection in patient outcomes and management,...

This webcast is part of the VaxTalk Thursdays Live Webcast Series Take advantage of this rare opportunity to “talk vaccination” with this internationally-renowned veterinary specialist, lead editor of the AAHA Canine Vaccine Guidelines and co-author of the AAFP Feline Vaccine Guidelines! This presentation offers a succinct review of critical factors surrounding diagnosis and prevention of leptospirosis, zoonotic potential of leptospirosis in dogs, and controversial topics surrounding...

This webcast is part of the VaxTalk Thursdays Live Webcast Series Take advantage of this rare opportunity to “talk vaccination” with this internationally-renowned veterinary specialist, lead editor of the AAHA Canine Vaccine Guidelines and co-author of the AAFP Feline Vaccine Guidelines! This presentation offers a graphic review of the major types of reactions (acute and delayed) currently recognized in veterinary medicine, vaccine response vs. reaction, strategies for minimizing patient risk,...

Oh no! Not another itchy pet! How do dermatologists sort out the different causes of itchiness in dogs and cats? What is the difference between a food allergy and an environmental allergy? What is the best hypoallergenic diet? How might antipruritic treatment fit in the diagnostic plan?In this presentation, Dr. Stephen Waisglass will detail the current evidence-based approach to the pet with food or environmental allergies. Join us to deepen your knowledge of dermatology and find out...

During this presentation, we will discuss obesity prevention and weight-loss management, as well as the importance of therapeutic weight-loss diets. We will also share communication skills that will enable veterinary professionals to: obtain comprehensive diet histories; generate buy-in from pet owners; ensure that pet owners commit to a long-term weight management plan.Join us to access these key strategies for successful prevention and weight-loss management.