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Figure 1. Diagram illustrating the complex life cycle of Himasthla spp. It shows how the life cycle involves several sequential larval stages and three hosts. In the first one is where the colonies of soldier (smaller) and reproductive (larger) rediae dwell (Hechinger et al, 2010).

Insights about the biology of trematodes within their gastropod hosts

Figure 1. Schematic illustration showing deep learning as a subfield of machine learning, while both are part of artificial intelligence.

A review of applications of artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine

High stress levels among vets is an increasing trend, with 59% of UK veterinarians considering themselves ‘somewhat or very’ stressed at work (Waters, 2018). Time pressure, in particular, was shown to...

A study of the most common disorders diagnosed in pet cats in the UK

The study population included all cats under primary veterinary care at clinics participating in the VetCompass Programme during 2019. VetCompass is an epidemiological research programme that collates...

Good leadership: what emergency veterinarians value most when evaluating job opportunities and employment longevity

An anonymous online survey was disseminated to emergency veterinarians via an email invitation to Veterinary Information Network (VIN) members. A link to the survey was also distributed to eligible...

Figure 2. Dog friendly clinic

Dog friendly clinics: helping pets have a positive experience

There are four key touch points that veterinary teams have with owners and/or their dog during the veterinary clinic journey – pre-appointment, reception and waiting area, consultation,...

A study of short tibia syndrome and its association with cranial cruciate ligament degeneration in dogs

In the study group, tibial length discrepancy measurements were positively and highly correlated to cranial cruciate ligament degeneration, stifle instability and rupture. The degree of tibial length...

Management of Mycoplasma agassizii infection in a Horsfield tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii)

A 3-year-old male Horsfield tortoise (Testudo horsfieldii), weighing 0.085kg..

Figure 1. Example of several experts evaluating the area to be biopsied at the same time.

Minimally invasive laparoscopic methods of biopsy in small animal practice

From a technical point of view, laparoscopic exploration is especially interesting when clinicians require a direct, real and magnified view of the less accessible abdominal structures; such as...

Decoding puppy behaviour

We all know this look, the heart-warming glance from a puppy when they soften their eyes and squint at you. While most of us rightly interpret this as a dog enjoying a particular activity (or wanting...

Cannabidiol: legislation and prescription

In the UK, there are currently no CBD-based products that have been granted a UK veterinary marketing authorisation. The Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD) state that any CBD products for use in...

Cannabidiol and naturalistic fallacy: it's natural so it's safe?

Our improved understanding of the endocannabinoid system of animals, and its ubiquitous presence in nearly all animalia, has potentially opened the door to a novel approach to targeting a number of...

Using interpersonal skills to manage challenging client behaviour

Introducing exercises that elevate the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system can help counteract sympathetic nervous system domination and reactivate essential physiological functions such as...