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When you look at blood gas results in animals, you learn about their acid-base balance. These numbers help you make fast choices in emergencies. Many animals get metabolic acidosis, and this happens a lot in dogs. Read More

Imagine you get a blood test result for your pet and see a number for white blood cell count. You may wonder what it means for your animal's health. White blood cell count tells you how well your pet's immune system works. It helps you spot signs of infection, inflammation, or disease early. Read More

You can do a veterinary ecg well by following each step carefully. Getting correct readings is important because it helps vets find arrhythmias and other heart issues in pets. If you use the right way, this important scan gives a correct diagnosis and helps with treatment. Studies show that small changes in how the body is placed or where you put the electrodes can change the electrocardiogram results. Using standard methods makes sure every ecg gives the best information for your pet's health. Read More

You might see four main ventricular arrhythmias in dogs and cats. These are ventricular premature contractions, accelerated idioventricular rhythm, ventricular tachycardia, and ventricular fibrillation. Read More

You can check veterinary blood pressure in two main ways. These are direct and indirect methods. Getting the right measurement helps keep animals healthy. This is very important if a disease makes blood pressure go up. It is best to check blood pressure often in older or sick pets. Secondary hypertension causes most high readings in dogs and cats. If you miss it, it can hurt organs. Read More

Urinary catheters help dogs and cats pee or collect urine. You must use clean tools and wash your hands each time. This helps stop infection and injury. More than half of pets can get infections from catheters. The risk goes up if the catheter stays in longer. Injury can happen if you use stiff catheters or put them in wrong. Get all your tools ready before you start. Read More