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Clinical conundrum
How to assess common welfare problems in pet rabbits A 2-year-old house rabbit presented with chronic lethargy and reluctance to move. On examination the rabbit was found to be severely obese, and to be suffering from other welfare related problems. These are described, together with advice to offer clients on how to avoid them.
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BSAVA Companion - 2010, 6, June
- ISSN: 2041-2487
- E-ISSN: 2041-2495
2010, 6, June
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Member benefits
New resources for BSAVA members Author BSAVANew postgraduate qualification; Procedures book available for download.
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Vaccination nation
Anti-vaccination lobby links routine vaccination with autism in dogs Author John BonnerHowever irrational the claims made in the media about vaccination side-effects, clients can be influenced them. John Bonner reports on what vets should know about the latest concerns of the anti-vaccination lobby.
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How to…
Perform a CSF tap Author Mark LowrieAnalysis of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is extremely sensitive for the diagnosis of central nervous system disease. When and how to collect CSF are discussed, together with the risks involved, and how clients should be kept informed.
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Great bustards update
Progress on the Great Bustard Reintroduction Project Author John ChittyJohn Chitty brings us up to date with progress in the project to reintroduce Great Bustards to the UK which started in 2008 with the importation of birds from Russia.
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Heard it on the GrapeVINe
The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) brings together vets from across the globe to share their expertise. A vin.com discussion on when to treat snuffles in a rabbit, including a description of how to cannulate the nasolacrimal duct.
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JSAP Editor hands over the reins
Katie Dunn steps down as Editor of JSAP Authors: Katie Dunn and Carmel MooneyKatie Dunn is stepping down as Editor of JSAP; Carmel Mooney is the new Editor. Katie looks back on her 5 years and Carmel looks forward to the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
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Proventricular dilatation in parrots
The investigation and possible causes of proventricular dilatation in parrots Author John ChittyIt is fairly routine in avian practice to see thin parrots and a reasonable proportion of these will have proventricular dilatation/enlargement on radiography. John Chitty discusses the possible causes of this condition.
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Backyard poultry problems and solutions
Introduction to a mini-modular course on poultry Author Victoria RobertsWith more and more people keeping poultry vets are increasingly likely to be presented with these birds. Victoria Roberts introduces a series of CPD courses to help.
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Does infection with haemoplasmas cause immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia in the UK?
Progress of a PetSavers funded Clinical Research Project Author Sheena WarmanIMHA is a common immune-mediated disease in dogs and in the majority of cases, no underlying cause is found. Canine haemoplasmas have been reported anecdotally to be a factor and this PetSavers funded project explores this.
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WSAVA news
News from around the world Author WSAVAAn introduction to Dr Jolle Kirpensteijn who has just been elected WSAVA President; V5 Nutritional Standardization Group; CE update and more.
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Companion interview
With Freda Scott-Park Author Freda Scott-ParkFreda Scott-Park grew up in Kenya and went to vet school at the Royal Dick. She now lives on the banks of Loch Lomond; she became President of the BSAVA in 2003 and went on to become BVA President.