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    Issue number 22.3 Published 06/04/2021

    Epidemiology of periodontal disease in older cats

    Oral cavity disease is the most prevalent diagnosis in both dogs and cats.

    By Elizabeth Lund

    Issue number 22.3 Published 01/04/2021

    How I approach… Fractures of the maxilla and mandible in cats

    Jaw fractures account for 5-7% of all fractures in cats and are frequently caused by car accidents or by falls from a height.

    By Markus Eickhoff

    Issue number 26.2 Published 01/04/2021

    How I approach… Overgrooming in cats

    Grooming is a normal cat behavior, involving licking and nibbling of the hair and skin, and facial rubbing with the forepaws.

    By Kate Griffiths

    Issue number 22.3 Published 31/03/2021

    Oral neoplasia

    Oral cancer is frequently encountered in both feline and canine patients; dogs are more often affected than cats...

    By Lassara McCartan and David Argyle

    Issue number 22.3 Published 30/03/2021

    Juvenile dentistry in dogs and cats

    The incidence and severity of many oral problems (e.g.periodontal disease) increase with age; however young animals can also suffer from oral or dental disorders.

    By Jan Schreyer

    Issue number 26.1 Published 25/03/2021

    A quick guide to… Intensive care of newborn puppies

    Puppies are less well developed at birth than many other species, and high mortality rates are not uncommon in the first two weeks of life.

    By Renata Azevedo de Abreu and Camila Vannucchi

    Issue number 24.3 Published 25/03/2021

    Cats and dietary fiber

    Nutritionists and veterinarians have been interested in dietary fiber as a component of pet foods or as a supplement for many years.

    By Allison Wara and Craig Datz

    Issue number 26.1 Published 24/03/2021

    Canine parvovirus

    Canine parvovirus (CPV) is a small, non-enveloped virus consisting of a spherical capsid...

    By Nicola Decaro

    Issue number 26.2 Published 22/03/2021

    Feeding hospitalized cats

    When should a cat be fed? Basically, as soon as possible!

    By Rene Dorfelt