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I love learning new suturing techniques and tying different patterns. I learnt this one quite a long time ago. I do not use it often but if I have a […]

I debated on whether I should post this video but modification to the common bandaging technique that is used by this RVT is brilliant! The changes she has made are

Free draping a limb is a must when doing an orthopedic procedure or a soft tissue surgery on a limb. Free draping is not complicated but it does require the

The subcuticular suture pattern should not be confused with the subcutaneous one. The subcuticular is a skin closure pattern while the subcutaneous is a, well, subcutaneous tissue closure pattern. Typically,

The Spica bandage is not one that we use very commonly but it can be a game changer if you need to immobilize forelimb or cover a wound in the

The slip knot is a very practical way to tie a suture knot, especially when there is a little bit of tension on the incision edges. It is important to

I thought this was an interesting case to share with you as it illustrates the importance of fully examining a joint after a trauma.  This young adult, large breed dog

Dr Brock and I talk about a couple of VERY geriatric patients that we have dealt with in our careers.  These cases serve to illustrate the point that “age is

This is just an interesting case that was sent to me and I wanted to share it with you.  It involves a female cat that was surrendered to the humane

I really like the tibial compression test (TCT), or tibial thrust, as a diagnostic tool for dogs with a damaged cranial cruciate ligament.  I have small hands and sometimes doing