Danièlle Gunn-Moore BSc(Hons), BVM&S, PhD, MANZCVS, FHEA, FRSB, FRCVS and Michelle Moore BA(Hons), MA discuss the benefits of simplifying the names for feline idiopathic cystitis and cognitive dysfunction syndrome.

Anna Tauro DVM, GPCert(Neuro), DipECVN, MRCVS and Adelina Proteasa DVM, PhD, PGCert(SAS), MRCVS recount the case of a feline patient and discuss the law against such weapons.

Diana Ferreira explores some of the latest research and innovations in the treatment of skin conditions in dogs and cats.

Mark Patteson and Anna Beber cover the evidence for using this medication to treat the most common canine congenital heart disease.

Simona Radaelli outlines how to diagnose this disorder, including the classification of seizures, and how it can be treated.

Ferran Valls Sanchez discusses evidence behind the aetiology of this disease in dogs and whether anything can be done.

Despite research associating gastric lavage with worse patient outcomes, Gerardo Poli says some uncommon cases may benefit from the technique.

Alex Gough MA, VetMB, CertSAM, CertVC, PGCert(Neuroimaging), MRCVS reports on some of the latest research in companion animal medicine.

Rachel Hattersley describes the six-step approach to planning surgery for maximising patient outcome – including consideration of tissue type and the biological behaviour of the lesion in decision-making.

With a treatment now available, Emi Barker describes the diagnostic pathway for identifying positive cases, and explains which cats are more likely to raise suspicion of having the virus and the need for vets to include it on the differential diagnosis list when sick cats are presented…

Ahead of his lecture on this topic at BSAVA Congress, Matt Gurney discusses his early experiences of using this treatment approach and explains how the role of nerve growth factor is an untapped pathway in the management of this disease…

Francesco Cian DVM, DipECVCP, FRCPath, MRCVS looks at some of the diagnostics for a case involving a Labrador retriever.

Fergus Allerton BSc, BVSc, CertSAM, DipECVIM-CA, MRCVS explores the search for the optimal length of medication for UTIs in dogs.

Ellie Mardell outlines the best processes to test for this common disease, as well as how to treat, manage and ensure the owner complies with professional advice.

Yeon Joon Park BVetMed, MRCVS recounts the presentation, diagnosis, treatment and outcome for a domestic shorthair with a swollen right axilla.