An FHO Complication: How to manage it and how to prevent it
Dr Sylvestre uses this case that was sent to her for advice as a teaching tool for anyone who does and/or simply deals with FHO cases. The patient is a […]
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Fractures of the paws in dogs and cats do not need surgery
Fractures of the paw involve any or all of the bones of the paws that can be managed with splinting. If the metacarpals/metatarsals are fractured then the carpus/tarsus should be
Inguinal Retained Testicle in the Cat
In this seventh and final video in the miniseries on the Cryptorchid patient, a retained testicle in the inguinal region of a cat is surgically removed (without performing a celiotomy!).
Removal of Retained Testicles from the Abdomen in 2 Canine Patients
In the 6th video in the series on Cryptorchidism, Dr Sylvestre removes an abdominally retained testicle from the abdomen of a dog. The complete parapreputial approach is included so that
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When Should Perineal Urethrostomy be Recommended to the Owner of a Blocked Cat?
Dealing with blocked cats and deciding when to suggest surgery can be a difficult decision. There is no easy answer but it is very important to inform the owners that
Bilateral Extra-Abdominal Retained Testicles in a Cat
In the 5th video in the series on Cryptorchidism, Dr Sylvestre removes bilaterally retained testicles from cat’s inguinal ring region. These testicles were not palpable during the pre-operative exam. Watch
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The Paramedian VS Parapreputial approaches in the male dog.
These two different approaches to the caudal of the male dog are worth being discussed. The most common indications for these approaches are for performing a cystotomy in a male
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Hind limb amputations: Selecting the appropriate levels.
There are 3 levels where a hindlimb can/should be amputated. The mid-femoral amputation is the most common level and the easiest surgery. Every veterinary has the surgical skills required to do this
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Identifying and treating dental fractures caused by chewing bones.
This is part 2 of the interview with Dr Jane Pegg. Dr Pegg is a board-certified veterinary dentist in Newmarket, Ontario. She also offers hands-on dental workshops to veterinarians. Watch
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Tooth fractures in dogs. Should I give my dog a bone?
In this video, I am chatting with Dr Jane Pegg, a board-certified veterinary dentist. Watch the video to hear what Dr Pegg has to say about the effect of chewing