Before 2009, Echinococcus multilocularis had never been diagnosed in a dog in Canada. Since then, many cases have been identified in dogs, humans, and wildlife across the country. In this webcast, Dr. Andrew Peregrine will highlight key developments from the past four years in Canada and the USA, including the latest data on the geographic distribution of alveolar echinococcosis (AE) and intestinal infections in dogs, AE cases in humans, and the prevalence of intestinal infections in wild...

During this webcast, Dr. Gordon will address common questions regarding best practices for primary care veterinarians managing dogs with heart disease. The emphasis will be on the diagnosis, staging, and management of myxomatous mitral valve disease, with particular attention to strategies for navigating budgetary restrictions.

Canine osteoarthritis: The multidisciplinary perspective In this webcast, Dr. Bryan Torres discusses the benefits of a multidisciplinary approach to canine osteoarthritis management. Part 1: Multimodal Pain Management Osteoarthritis is a complex condition characterized by joint pain, functional limitations, and a reduced quality of life. Dr. Torres explores how multimodal pain management, delivered by a multidisciplinary team, can improve outcomes for dogs living with osteoarthritis. Part 2:...

While we can’t say goodbye to insulin yet, new oral medications have revolutionized care for diabetic cats. During this webcast, Dr. Susan Little will focus on the advancements in treating feline diabetes mellitus. She will review a range of treatment options and discuss the best candidate patients for each one. It is important to understand the patient and the owner to determine the optimal course of treatment by discussing the spectrum of care.

Fibrosarcomas are relatively common in cats. It is of utmost importance to differentiate vaccine or injection site-associated sarcoma (VAS) from non-vaccine-associated sarcoma as the prognosis and treatment strategies for each type differ significantly. In this webcast, Dr. Philip J. Bergman will focus on the history, possible impact from adjuvant vs. not, diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy of cats with VAS.

Watch this webcast to learn about the ins and outs of rabies and how to prevent this disease! It’s fair to say that veterinarians are among the health care providers who have an excellent understanding of the risks associated with rabies virus: all mammals (including humans) are susceptible; infected dogs and cats pose a high risk for transmission to humans; infection is virtually fatal; rabies vaccination of dogs and cats is an exceptionally safe and effective public health measure, etc....

Empowering technicians in OA treatment!This webcast is presented as part of our series on canine osteoarthritis addressing pathogenesis, disease awareness, canine and owner quality of life, and osteoarthritis management, including new developments. In this webcast, Dr. Georgina Beaumont and Evie Tummon, RVT, provide comprehensive up-to-date education on various aspects of canine osteoarthritis (OA) from a new perspective, the RVT's perspective, and the important role RVTs/AHT play in...

During this webcast, Dr. Ellen Behrend will discuss sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) for the treatment of feline diabetes mellitus. She will explore their mechanism of action, evaluating their efficacy and potential adverse effects within the context of feline care. Additionally, she will provide invaluable insights on patient selection, optimal usage, and essential monitoring protocols.

Leptospirosis has received increased attention regarding its emergence and spread in dogs throughout Canada. This case-based talk will review the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of this often-fatal zoonotic disease. During this webcast, Drs. Michelle Evason and Jason Stull will highlight recent research into the epidemiology of this disease in Canada to allow for local risk assessment, targeted prevention, veterinary awareness, and client education. Would you like to be contacted by...