Scientific Articles

Blood samples for hematological analysis are taken many times daily in every small animal clinic, but the clinician should be aware of the various factors that can influence the results obtained.

Needle biopsy of lymph nodes is commonly done in first opinion practice, but how good are you at interpreting the results? This article shows how to use this simple diagnostic procedure to best advantage.

The diagnosis of adverse food reactions in dogs is not without its problems; this paper reviews the options and makes recommendations for the front-line clinician.

Adverse food reactions in dogs are still incompletely understood; this article reviews what we know about the condition and how it may interlink with atopic dermatitis.

Kittens can be prone to various dermatological conditions, as reviewed in this article.

Cats will often present with dermatological signs that could be triggered by a plethora of different causes; here Sandra Diaz describes her approach to such cases.

Progress continues to be made on our understanding of canine atopic dermatitis; this paper looks in particular at the role of the skin barrier and how its dysfunction may contribute to the condition.

Biofilms can be a major concern when dealing with otitis externa infections; this article discusses why they are problematic, and goes on to consider how best to identify and effectively control them.

Otitis is a common problem in dogs, and can quickly become chronic if prompt and appropriate action is not followed; this article discusses how best to approach these cases.