Isoxazolines
The isoxazolines belong to a novel class of ectoparasiticides introduced in 2015 that inhibit the glutamate and gamma-aminobutyric acid ligand-gated chloride channels at a different site than the fiproles. This has resulted in the rapid adoption of these products among small animal practitioners and companion exotic practitioners for the treatment of a variety of insect and acarid infestations. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 15, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Peter A. Sojka Tags: THERAPEUTIC REVIEW Source Type: research
Diagnostic challenge
A 4-year-old sexually intact female bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps) presented to the Kansas State University Veterinary Health Center (Manhattan, Kansas USA) for lethargy and a swelling on the right side of her head. On physical examination, the bearded dragon was depressed, thin (body condition score 1.5/5) weighed 453 grams, and had pale, tacky mucous membranes. A prominent swelling was present on the right side of the patient ’s head and extended to involve the periocular region (Fig. 1A). On oral exam, a 2.5 centimeter dark-purple mass was visible, extending from the base of the tongue to the roof of the mouth (Fig...
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 15, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Beverly M. Finneburgh, David Eshar Source Type: research
Therapeutic review – isoxazolines
The isoxazolines belong to a novel class of ectoparasiticide introduced in 2015 that inhibits the glutamate and gamma-aminobutyric acid ligand-gated chloride channels at a different site than the fiproles. This has resulted in the rapid adoption of these products among small animal practitioners and companion exotic practitioners for the treatment of a variety of insect and acarid infestations. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 15, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Peter A. Sojka Source Type: research
Diagnostic challenge
A 4-year-old sexually intact female bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps) presented to the Kansas State University Veterinary Health Center (Manhattan, Kansas USA) for lethargy and a swelling on the right side of her head. On physical examination, the bearded dragon was depressed, thin (body condition score 1.5/5) weighed 453 grams, and had pale, tacky mucous membranes. A prominent swelling was present on the right side of the patient ’s head and extended to involve the periocular region (Fig. 1A). On oral exam, a 2.5 centimeter dark-purple mass was visible, extending from the base of the tongue to the roof of the mouth (Fig...
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 15, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Beverly M. Finneburgh, David Eshar Source Type: research
Therapeutic review – isoxazolines
The isoxazolines belong to a novel class of ectoparasiticide introduced in 2015 that inhibits the glutamate and gamma-aminobutyric acid ligand-gated chloride channels at a different site than the fiproles. This has resulted in the rapid adoption of these products among small animal practitioners and companion exotic practitioners for the treatment of a variety of insect and acarid infestations. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 15, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Peter A. Sojka Source Type: research
Method of semen collection and artificial insemination in snakes
This study focuses on the method for sperm extraction and artificial insemination in snakes. Ten adult healthy snakes (4.6) have been included in the study (Pantherophis guttatus 1.3; Hydrodynastes gigas 1.1; Corallus hortulanus 1.1; and Sanzinia madagascariesis 1.1). Massage of the ventral part of the caudal third of the male snake body for two to three minutes was performed successfully for the semen collection. Both female and male P. guttatus and H. gigas were placed in brumation, with the female snakes being assessed for ovarian activity after emerging from dormancy. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 12, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Matteo Oliveri, Alena Bartoskova, Filippo Spadola, Manuel Morici, Marco di Giuseppe, Zdenek Knotek Source Type: research
Clinical value of fructosamine measurements and fructosamine-albumin ratio in hypoglycemic ferrets (mustela putorius furo)
The objective of this preliminary study was to establish a reference range for plasma fructosamine concentration and fructosamine-albumin ratio in healthy ferrets and to compare these reference intervals to values obtained from hypoglycemic ferrets. Fructosamine concentration has been shown to reflect blood glucose concentration over the previous 1 to 2 weeks in other animal species, and may be a useful indicator of chronic hypoglycemia in ferrets diagnosed with insulinoma. Plasma fructosamine was measured with an automated colorimetric assay using nitroblue tetrazolium. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 8, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Alexis Duhamelle, Frederic Vlaemynck, Elodie Loeuillet, Sylvain Larrat Tags: AEMV Forum Source Type: research
Mesenteric heterotopic ossificans in a ferret (mustela putorius furo): a rare cause of soft tissue ossification
Heterotopic ossification (HO) is a rare condition characterized by abnormal bone production in soft tissue. Very few cases of HO have been reported in animals (e.g., dogs and horses) and this disease process is often a consequence of a traumatic incident. A 5-year-old, male European ferret (Mustela putorius furo) was referred for anorexia, generalized weakness, and weight loss. Clinical examination revealed multiple abdominal masses. An explorative laparotomy identified omental, white/tan, nodular to coalescing hard lesions. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 8, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Marco Tecilla, Mattia Bielli, Paolo Savarino, Paola Roccabianca Tags: AEMV Forum Source Type: research
Pharmacokinetics of single-dose buprenorphine, butorphanol, and hydromorphone in the domestic ferret (mustela putorius furo)
The objective of this study is to establish the clinical pharmacokinetic profile of four different opioid drugs (buprenorphine, butorphanol, hydromorphone, and morphine) in the domestic ferret. Twenty-four, approximately one-year-old, male neutered purpose-bred domestic ferrets (Mustela putorius furo) were used for this study. The ferrets were divided into four groups of six, with a different opioid drug used for each group. A pre-opioid venous blood sample was obtained via cranial vena cava venipuncture. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 8, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Julia E. Katzenbach, Luke A. Wittenburg, Sandra I. Allweiler, Daniel L. Gustafson, Matthew S. Johnston Source Type: research
Clinical value of fructosamine measurements and fructosamine - albumin ratio in hypoglycemic ferrets (mustela putorius furo)
The objective of this preliminary study was to establish a reference range for plasma fructosamine concentration and fructosamine - albumin ratio in healthy ferrets and to compare these reference intervals to values obtained from hypoglycemic ferrets. Fructosamine concentration has been shown to reflect blood glucose concentration over the previous 1 –2 weeks in other animal species, and may be a useful indicator of chronic hypoglycemia in ferrets diagnosed with insulinoma. Plasma fructosamine was measured with an automated colorimetric assay using nitroblue tetrazolium. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 8, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Alexis Duhamelle, Frederic Vlaemynck, Elodie Loeuillet, Sylvain Larrat Source Type: research
Mesenteric heterotopic ossificans in a ferret (mustela putorious furo): a rare cause of soft tissue ossification
Heterotopic ossification (HO) is a rare condition characterised by abnormal bone production in soft tissue. Very few cases of HO have been reported in animals (e.g., dogs, horses) and often this disease process is a consequence of a traumatic incident.A 5-year-old, male European ferret (Mustela putorious furo) was referred for anorexia, generalised weakness and weight loss. Clinical examination revealed multiple abdominal masses. An explorative laparotomy identified omental, white/tan, nodular to coalescing hard lesions. (Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine)
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 8, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Marco Tecilla, Mattia Bielli, Paolo Savarino, Paola Roccabianca Source Type: research
Diagnosis and surgical treatment of a transitional cell carcinoma in the bladder apex of a pet rabbit (oryctolagus cuniculus)
A 6-year-old, 1.9-kg female spayed lop-eared European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) was evaluated for acute hematuria and inappropriate urination and defecation of less than 12-hours duration. Abdominal ultrasonography revealed a suspected bladder mass. Ultrasound-guided cystocentesis was performed and the results of the urinalysis were unremarkable. An abdominal exploratory surgery revealed a nodular cystic mass at the cranial ventral apex of the bladder wall which measured 0.5cm x 0.5cm. Based on histopathologic evaluation, excision of the neoplasm was complete and the mass was diagnosed as transitional cell carcinoma (...
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 8, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Shawna J. Cikanek, David Eshar, Melissa Nau, Samuel Hocker, Gordon Andrews, David S. Biller Source Type: research
Antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of biofilm forming staphylococcus aureus isolated from pigeon external ocular infections
Pathogenic microorganisms cause external ocular infections due to their virulence factors and reduced host defenses that may result from many factors such as living condition, nutrition, genetics, physiology, hygiene, fever and age. Staphylococcus species are a predominant bacterial isolate among the known and opportunistic pathogens in eye infections. The changing profile of microorganisms involved in ocular infections and the emergence of acquired microbial resistance dictate the need for investigative studies regarding bacterial profiles and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of external ocular infections. (Source: J...
Source: Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine - February 8, 2018 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Sahar Nouri Gharajalar, Parisa Shahbazi Tags: Research Source Type: research
