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Janet's Veterinary Medicine Blog January 2004 Archive

By Janet Tobiassen Crosby, DVM, About.com Guide to Veterinary Medicine since 1999

Technical Brief: Managing Osteoarthritis

Friday January 23, 2004
This is a technical article discussing new research in the field of osteoarthritis. Researchers are developing new ways to fight the pain and degenerative joint conditions commonly seen in pets.

Veterinary Report: Geriatric Dogs Using Duralactin(tm)

Friday January 23, 2004
Veterinary Products Laboratories (VPL) and Stolle Milk Biologics, Inc., (SMBI)recently announced that a patented, milk-based ingredient obtained from the milk of grass-fed cows in New Zealand has demonstrated positive results ... Read More

Duralactin For Management Of Feline Inflammatory Conditions

Thursday January 22, 2004
VPL recently completed a 5X safety assessment in cats that demonstrated no clinical or laboratory evidence of toxicity. Double-blinded, controlled human and canine studies using Duralactin demonstrated relief of symptoms ... Read More

The Importance of Dental Cleanings

Wednesday January 21, 2004
From PAMAZ1: "I have an elderly doggie of my own (a rescue) and have fostered a few others (all old). All came into rescue with HORRIBLE teeth. Talking ... Read More

Book Review: Princess Fiona

Sunday January 18, 2004
This is a great book for all ages. The fact that it is a true story creates a bond with the viewer and gives a feeling of hope. The humor ... Read More

VPL Launches Canine Pheromone In Canine Pheromone In A Spray

Sunday January 18, 2004
Press release: Veterinary Products Laboratories (VPL) will introduce the newest addition to its revolutionary canine behavior modification line, D.A.P.® (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) Spray at the North American Veterinary Conference January ... Read More

Post-neuter weight gain a myth or.... ?

Wednesday January 14, 2004
SHEPHERD61 asks: "We adopted Bear from the pound, July 7. He was terribly malnourished-weighed only 54 pounds at 2 years. He was neutered in August. Since then, he has gained ... Read More

Veterinary Preventive Health & Wellness Plans

Friday January 9, 2004
New press release in the Veterinary News. Learn about a new service to make pet health care costs more manageable and affordable.

Teaching High School Students About Vet Medicine

Friday January 9, 2004
Guest author Eve Breitung is a high school teacher looking for creative ideas for teaching students about a career in veterinary medicine. Don't miss this related forum thread.

New Additon to the Featured Practices Section

Friday January 9, 2004
Stop in and tour the University Pet Hospital in Berkeley, California. Lots of good information here!

Vet School Tuition -- eek!

Wednesday January 7, 2004
KELJO09 considers vet school costs: "How have tuition rates affected your school decisions? Have you scratched a school off your list because of high tuition? Chosen a school ... Read More

Veterinary Q & A - Mad Cow Disease

Friday January 2, 2004
What causes Mad Cow disease? What are the symptoms in cattle? These questions and more, answered in this week's Veterinary Q & A.

Panosteitis Diet?

Thursday January 1, 2004
OHIOPEACH asks: "I am wondering if anyone has a "diet" they advise for pups diagnosed with Pano? I have heard it is necessary to decrease calcium/phosphorus and decrease protein and ... Read More

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