The Savvy VetTech

This story has a nice outcome and little "Fender" has a new home! But not all kittens are as lucky. Cats often climb into engines to keep warm, so winters are particularly dangerous. As the weather is starting to cool off, make sure to keep this in mind and be aware; if you hear anything suspicious to stop immediately!

Here is another link about How To Keep Kittens Out Of Your Motor especially if you are in a neighborhood where there are stray cats around.

Please share this post, save a life and be that peron who rescued!
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This month I am honored to feature Kate Dial, a certified vet tech practicing at a specialty hospital in the sunny Phoenix area! I love hearing different stories from wonderful technicians such as Kate in finding out how they decided to pursue the profession. Thanks Kate for sharing your amazing journey with us!

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Dr. Robin Downing wrote this wonderful article regarding pain in our companion animals. Her article ties into the research she did for her Master's thesis. 

The article talks about the different aspects in the philosophy of pain as we address our patients- the four main considerations she points out as being 1) Respect for autonomy (the right of an individual for choice, and in vet med this is regarding the owner who is making medical decisions for their pet)  2) Nonmaleficence (do no harm)  3) Beneficence (taking positive action- "consider all the ways in which the pain may be anticipated, prevented and (when it cannot be prevented) treated. " and 4) Justice (presenting an action plan that provides the best option for pain). 

Take a moment to read it in its entirety. Thinking about how and why we approach pain in the ways that we do can help us to make and present the best options for pain control we can for our patients! 

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Can you pick out the correct spelling of these common veterinary words? Read More

November 3rd is One Health Day! This day brings national attention to approaching complex challenges involving animals, people, and planetary ecosystems. 

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As you well know, arterial thromboembolism (ATE) is a devastating condition for cats with a high mortality rate. It comes on suddenly and causes tremendous pain and suffering. If a cat is lucky enough to recover from a clot such as this, they are at an extremely high risk of developing another. It is great to see new studies that are looking for better ways of not only treating this disease but preventing it, especially in high-risk patients.
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Did you know there are 2 types of portosystemic shunts- intraheptic and extrahepatic. Intraheptic shunts are found within the liver parenchyma, whereas extrahepatic shunts are occur outside of the liver parenchyma.

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A new poll has revealed the costumes pet parents are most likely to put their fur babies in this Halloween. TC Newman (@PurpleTCNewman) has the adorable details.

Who doesn't love pets in costumes? And no, it's not cruel, just cute. We wish you and your pets a safe and Happy Halloween!

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I recently attended a Continuing Education meeting on The Team Approach to Veterinary Dentistry, which was given by Dr. Mike Balke, who is a Fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry at AZ Veterinary Dental Specialists.

He presented some very interesting and valuable information that I wanted to pass along to our blog readers, because I think these ideas are something that as veterinary technicians you can help implement in the practices where you work.

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I hate to link such a sad post but I have been following the crisis in Venezuela for a while. It is not just this zoo, but many shelters and animal sanctuaries that are suffering. People cannot feed themselves and thus pets are given away or let go, and I think there are many people that may be unaware of the severe crisis going on there. 
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A Salter-Harris fracture involves fractures of the growth plate. These fractures are specifically seen in young, growing animals. The growth plate fractures because it’s the weakest part of the bone. If fractured, surgery needs to be done as soon as possible, after the injury occurs. Veterinary surgeons use the Salter-Harris system to categorize these fractures into grades or types.

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Every day is a different celebration of something. Whether it is National Coffee Day, Take Your Kids To Work Day, or National Ghost Hunting Day (yes, this was Oct. 1st) there is something for everyone!

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