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“Kennel cough”, otherwise known as infectious tracheobronchitis (ITB), is a highly contagious illness in dogs that causes inflammation of the trachea and bronchi (tubes that carry air to the lungs).

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Nicotine Toxicity in Pets

While our dogs, cats and other companion animals are not running out to the corner store to purchase a pack of cigarettes, they are at risk for exposure to nicotine, and therefore at risk for nicotine toxicity, due to products being present in their environment.

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HCT (hematocrit) vs. PCV (packed cell volume)

What is the difference between HCT (hematocrit) and PCV (packed cell volume) and which is best for clinical use?

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Feline Iris Hyperpigmentation

Iris hyperpigmentation is commonly encountered in cats, but clinical management of these cases is challenging since the pigment can represent anything from benign change (melanosis) to malignant neoplasia (feline diffuse iris melanoma, FDIM, Figure 1).

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Thoracic Imaging: Mediastinum and Pleura

Imaging of the mediastinum and pleura in dogs and cats can be challenging, as the majority of structures are soft tissue opaque and silhouette into a fairly nondescript part of the thorax.

MSPCA-Angell, Shelter Partners Look to Clear the Shelters During Fee-Waived Adoptathon

Groups Hope to Build on Momentum as Summer Adoption Series Comes to a Close

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