Vet Topics (Winter 2009) now online
A new study about the microbial community in cats' intestines, management tips on dental health care for pets and a profile of a family that fosters pets undergoing radiation therapy are all part of the Winter 2009 issue of Vet Topics — publication for the Western College of Veterinary Medicine's Companion Animal Health Fund.
Click here to download the entire publication (1.1 MB) or click on the following headlines to read individual stories:
• MICRO KITTY: WCVM scientists are the first to witness the diverse, complex microbial community living inside cats.
• STUDENT SCIENTIST: Second-year veterinary student Kristyna Musil delves into the interesting world of feline intestinal bacteria as a summer research student.
• CAHF WISH LIST: Want to help the Companion Animal Health Fund purchase vital new equipment for pet health care? Check out the details on the CAHF's Wish List!
• FRIENDS FOR LIFE: A Saskatoon couple and their daughter open their home — and their hearts — to out-of-town pets undergoing radiation therapy at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine.
EXTRA FEATURE: Click here to read more about the Yeudalls and their experiences as a foster family for radiation oncology patients at WCVM.
• A GIFT WITH TEETH: A specialized suite for veterinary dentistry and a new dentistry residency are now in place at the WCVM — thanks to the help of a long-time supporter.
• DENTAL CARE FOR YOUR PET: Veterinary dentist Dr. James Anthony of the WCVM answers questions about common dental problems in pets — and what owners can do to maintain their pets' oral health.
EXTRA FEATURE: Click here to read more about brushing your pet's teeth and what to expect when your pet undergoes a scaling procedure at WCVM's Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
• SPECIAL SPACES: The WCVM Veterinary Teaching Hospital opens some more special spaces for small animal clinical services.
• CAHF CONTRIBUTORS: Contributors to the Companion Animal Health Fund during the period between July 1, 2007, and September 30, 2008.
• BITS AND BITES: A WCVM scientist's involvement in a new genetic discovery and the Companion Animal Health Fund's new notecard sets are part of Bits and Bites — Vet Topics' news brief section.
