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Lori Hehn

Lori Hehn is a practicing veterinarian and a contributor and content manager with XPrep Learning Solutions. She has a drive for continual learning and enjoys interacting with veterinary and vet tech students. She also writes veterinary learning books for children.

POLL: How Do You Feel About Declawing Domestic Cats?

by Lori Hehn - Sep 28, 2016 8:00:00 AM

It is the obligation of the veterinarian to provide cat owners with a complete education with regard to the normal scratching behavior of cats, the procedure itself, as well as potential risks to the patient.

So, how do you feel about declawing domestic cats? Take this quick poll! Take this quick poll! Be sure to check out our other polls!

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Link: Burial Sites Show That Dogs Were Hunting Companions Thousands Of Years Ago

by Lori Hehn - Sep 27, 2016 8:00:00 AM

Prehistoric Japanese graves provide best evidence yet that dogs were our ancient hunting companions.

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Link: Dogs Are Born With Ears And Tails, They Should Get To Keep Them!

by Lori Hehn - Sep 22, 2016 8:00:00 AM

The procedures in our link article are called tail docking and ear cropping, and they’re commonly performed on this breed and many others. But they’re really amputations by other, more euphemistic names. This is a hot topic in our profession and in the breeding world, but a healthy discussion is important.

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Can Humans Get Heartworms?

by Lori Hehn - Sep 21, 2016 8:00:00 AM

We know about hearworms in dogs and cats, but what about humans?

Dirofilaria immitis, or heartworms, are transmitted via mosquitoes. Dogs are the natural host, however, other species may become infected.

Humans may become infected when they are bitten by a mosquito that is carrying this parasite, after it is acquired from a canine carrier. These infections in humans are NOT common, and even though it is very serious in dogs, it is not very harmful in people.

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Link: Dogs Euthanized Over Unpaid Fines?

by Lori Hehn - Sep 20, 2016 8:00:00 AM

This article is very eye-opening and very sad. Where is the middle ground of responsible pet-ownership and letting animal control enforce the law without overburdening owners with costs they can't afford?

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Quiz: Do You Know The Gestations Of These Species?

by Lori Hehn - Sep 16, 2016 8:00:00 AM

Take this quick quiz to see if you know the gestations of these species. Be sure to take our other quizzes!

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Let's Practice Calculating A Constant Rate Infusion (CRI)

by Lori Hehn - Sep 15, 2016 8:00:00 AM

Let's work through the math on calculating constant rate infusion word problem!

An 11-pound Yorkshire Terrier has been prescribed a 2 mg/kg/day constant rate infusion of metoclopramide. The metoclopramide is to be added to the intravenous fluids. If the concentration of metoclopramide is 5 mg/ml and the Yorkie’s fluid rate of Lactated Ringer's (LRS) is 20 ml/hr, how many milliliters of metoclopramide should be added to a 500 ml bag of intravenous fluids?

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POLL: What Heartworm Prevention Does Your Practice Recommend?

by Lori Hehn - Sep 14, 2016 8:00:00 AM

This week's VetTechPrep Poll for all the Vet Techs out there: What Heartworm Prevention Does Your Practice Recommend?

Take this quick poll! Be sure to check out our other polls!

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Link: Dog Re-united With Owner After 12 Years

by Lori Hehn - Sep 13, 2016 8:00:00 AM

A dog has been reunited with his owner 12 years after he disappeared. Cody the Pomeranian got out of the house when he was one year old. Recently, a Good Samaritan brought Cody in to MADACC.

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Link: True Love...Does Your Heart Beat In Sync With Your Dog's Heart?

by Lori Hehn - Sep 8, 2016 8:00:00 AM

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This heartfelt video truly speaks for itself, but I will say that that it is sincerely humbling to know how biologically connected I can be with my dog.

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My Vet Tech Story: Samantha Rowland, LVT, VTS (anesthesia)

by Lori Hehn - Sep 7, 2016 8:00:00 AM

This month we are very happy to share the story of a Large Animal Vet Tech! She is an inspiration and we know you will enjoy her story!

After reading her story, be sure to check out her feature from Wilson College: What It's Like To Be An Equine Veterinary Medical Technician

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Link: Are You A Facebook Warrior?

by Lori Hehn - Sep 6, 2016 7:03:22 AM

Our friend Dr. Andy Roark tackles the topic of Facebook and what really "Grinds his gears".

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Do You Know The Primary Toxic Agent In Chocolate?

by Lori Hehn - Sep 2, 2016 8:00:00 AM

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Take this quick quiz to see if you know the primary toxic agent in chocolate. Be sure to take our other quizzes!

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The Dangers of Hypertension

by Lori Hehn - Sep 1, 2016 8:00:00 AM

Hypertension is the term used to describe high blood pressure. Often, it goes undiagnosed in our small animal patients. It is important to measure blood pressure routinely in geriatric pets and in pets that have certain diseases.

These include renal disease, cardiomyopathy, hyperadrenocorticism (dogs), and hyperthyroidism (cats).

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POLL: How Do You Feel About Practicing on Cadavers?

by Lori Hehn - Aug 31, 2016 8:00:00 AM

This week's VetTechPrep Poll for all the Vet Techs out there: How Do You Feel About Practicing on Cadavers?

Take this quick poll! Be sure to check out our other polls!

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Recent Posts

POLL: How Do You Feel About Declawing Domestic Cats?

Link: Burial Sites Show That Dogs Were Hunting Companions Thousands Of Years Ago

Link: Dogs Are Born With Ears And Tails, They Should Get To Keep Them!

Can Humans Get Heartworms?

Link: Dogs Euthanized Over Unpaid Fines?

Quiz: Do You Know The Gestations Of These Species?

Let's Practice Calculating A Constant Rate Infusion (CRI)

POLL: What Heartworm Prevention Does Your Practice Recommend?

Link: Dog Re-united With Owner After 12 Years

Link: True Love...Does Your Heart Beat In Sync With Your Dog's Heart?

My Vet Tech Story: Samantha Rowland, LVT, VTS (anesthesia)

Link: Are You A Facebook Warrior?

Do You Know The Primary Toxic Agent In Chocolate?

The Dangers of Hypertension

POLL: How Do You Feel About Practicing on Cadavers?

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