Reptiles

Reptiles

Reptiles

Clinical content and resources on a range of reptile species – including tortoises, snakes and geckos.

November 2021

Haematology findings from a tortoise

Francesco Cian continues his Cytology Corner series by discussing the case of a tortoise that presented with lethargy and anorexia.

3 mins

October 2021

Lungworm control

Ian Wright discusses an evidence-based approach to controlling these types of parasites the in UK canine population.

39 mins
Production animal residencies

Sophie Mahendran discusses the career opportunities such programmes can offer – namely specialist status and the benefits this brings.

38 mins
Diagnosing lameness – ‘a science of uncertainty and an art of...

Ross Allan explores what should be considered when reaching a diagnosis of this common small animal presentation.

21 mins
Examination Room: Emily Gorman

Emily Gorman steps into the Examination Room to discuss her pathway to becoming a VN, what it means to her, and what she hopes the impact of her research will be on the wider industry and meeting the needs of the animals it treats.

18 mins
Use of spironolactone for congestive heart failure

Alex Gough MA, VetMB, CertSAM, CertVC, PGCert(Neuroimaging), MRCVS presents the latest companion animal research in this latest column from Vet Times.

19 mins
Breeding soundness examinations in mares

Madeleine Campbell BVetMed(Hons), MA(Oxon), MA(Keele), PGCert(VetEd), PhD, DipECAR, DipECAWBM(AWSEL), FHEA, FRCVS, reviews the indications for assessing female horses, including techniques commonly, and less commonly, used.

53 mins
Transition success in dairy herds

Phil Elkins looks at monitoring, measurement and management of cows during this period.

24 mins
Transmissible venereal tumour

Jack Reece discusses the establishment, treatment and prevention of this cancer in dogs.

26 mins
Examination Room: Sam Williamson

Sam Williamson is UK country manager for Animalcare – a role that involves her coaching and motivating people to get the results they deserve. We asked her to step into the Examination Room to tell us more…

16 mins
Managing canine infectious respiratory disease complex

Emi Barker BSc(Hons), BVSc(Hons), PhD, DipECVIM-CA, MRCVS, discusses treatment, diagnosis and containment options for this acute, contagious cause of cough in dogs.

66 mins
Cytology findings from a skin mass in a feline patient

Francesco Cian presents the Diagnostic Dilemma of an 11-year-old female domestic shorthair cat that presented for a long-standing 4cm solid interscapular mass.

12 mins
Senior cats – key considerations, treatments and management

Lorena Sordo discusses what to be aware of when presented with older feline patients, including advice for pet owners.

38 mins
Dealing with owners’ perception of obesity

Tamzin Furtado uses insights from human health behaviour change to explain how veterinary professionals can facilitate communication around complex equine welfare topics such as obesity.

Breeding mares – managing the oestrous cycle

Camilla Scott BVetMed, CertAVP(ESM), DipACT, MRCVS, discusses transition management, the oestrous cycle, oestrous synchronisation and induction of ovulation.

46 mins

September 2021

Canine and feline pyothorax – treatment and management

Anais Allen-Deal BVetMed, MRCVS and Daria Starybrat MRCVS describe the diagnosis of this issue in cats and dogs, as well as medical and surgical management, and prognosis.

38 mins
Sheep lameness: causes, diagnosis, treatment and management update

In this article, Charlotte Mouland explores common infectious and non-infectious conditions causing lameness in sheep, and discusses latest treatment and control strategies.

22 mins
Vital role of trace elements in cattle and sheep health and...

Tim Potter explains the importance of trace elements bovine and ovine health.

33 mins
How practical support can help engage farmers on BVD factors

Beckie Harrison runs through how to talk about BVD and supporting farmers afterwards.

23 mins
Importance of engaging proactively with farmers about mastitis control

Phil Elkins looks at the need for farm vets to be proactive with farmers on controlling mastitis and how they should go about it.

31 mins