Posts for Archives: Publication
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Comparison of non-contact infrared thermometry and rectal thermometry in cats
ObjectivesBody temperature is commonly used for assessing health and identifying infectious diseases in cats. Rectal thermometry, the most commonly used method, is stressful, invasive and time consuming. Non-contact infrared thermometry (NIRT) has been … -
Postpartum uterus involution observed by real-time ultrasound scanning and vaginal cytology in Van cats
ObjectivesThe objective was to investigate postpartum uterus involution by real-time ultrasonography and vaginal cytology in Van cats.MethodsThis study included 15 healthy Van cats belonging to the Van Cat Research Centre (Yuzuncu Yil University, Van, … -
Mirtazapine toxicity in cats: retrospective study of 84 cases (2006–2011)
ObjectivesMirtazapine is commonly used in veterinary medicine at doses of 1.88 or 3.75 mg as an appetite stimulant. The objectives of this study were to determine the most common adverse effects reported and the dose associated with these signs.Methods… -
Effectiveness of a new dietetic weight management food to achieve weight loss in client-owned obese cats
ObjectivesThe aim of the study was to evaluate weight loss and maintenance parameters in cats fed a novel weight management food and to assess the owner’s perception of the cat’s quality of life.MethodsThis study was designed as a prospective, … -
Feline Focus
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Ultrasonographic, endoscopic and histological appearance of the caecum in clinically healthy cats
ObjectivesThe aim of the study was to describe the ultrasonographic and endoscopic appearance and characteristics of the caecum in asymptomatic cats, and to correlate these findings with histology.MethodsEx vivo ultrasonographic and histologic evaluations … -
Progestins to control feline reproduction
Relevance:The high fertility rate of cats means that methods to control feline reproduction are a requirement for cat breeders and pet owners, as well as for those involved in the management of feral cat populations. Progestins continue to be used to … -
Alternative methods for feline fertility control
Practical relevance:Reversible contraceptives are highly desired by purebred cat breeders for managing estrous cycles and by scientists managing assisted reproduction programs. A variety of alternative medicine approaches have been explored as methods to … -
Clinical/research abstracts accepted for presentation at ISFM Congress 2015
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Assessment of a quantitative 5′ nuclease real-time polymerase chain reaction using the nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide dehydrogenase gamma subunit (nuoG) for Bartonella species in domiciled and stray cats in Brazil
ObjectivesThe objective of this study was to develop a quantitative 5′ nuclease real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay to diagnose infections caused by Bartonella species.MethodsBetween January and April 2013 whole blood samples were collected by …