Search Search Search Topic Shelter Medicine Programs & Services ASV Guidelines (-) Intake & Preventive Care Specific Medical Conditions Adoption & Placement Relocation & Transport Keeping Pets in Homes Toxicology & Poison Control Active FiltersIntake & Preventive Care Group 9 Clear All Welfare of Cats 5 to 29 Months After Perineal Urethrostomy Cats undergoing PU do well in the home after surgery, showing long-term outcomes are good and earlier surgical intervention may be the best approach. Provide a Spectrum of Care to Increase Veterinary Access to More Clients Read about the importance of access to veterinary care and how it can help improve animal outcomes, empower pet owners, and help with veterinarian burnout. 3 Tips for Preventing the Spread of Canine Heartworm Infection During Transport Use these three tips to prevent the spread of canine heartworm infection when transporting and relocating heartworm positive dogs. Using B12 Supplementation to Improve Quality of Life in Dogs ASPCA research shows a link between vitamin B12 deficiency and emaciated dogs. Supplementation of B12 may be a safe and low-cost method for improving quality of life. Tips to Prevent and Manage Canine Parvovirus in the Shelter Here are tips, gathered into four categories, to help keep your population healthier when parvo is a concern. Give Foot Baths The Boot Foot baths may seem like a good idea, but this resource explains why they can often cause more problems than they solve -- and what to do instead. Diagnosing and Treating Parvovirus in the Shelter Canine parvovirus is diagnosed by an evaluation of the animal's symptoms and clinical laboratory tests. Learn to diagnose and treat this serious illness. Pyometra Surgery and Access to Veterinary Care Research shows pyometra, a life-threatening infection in unspayed dogs and cats, can be safely treated without specialized care, thereby increasing access to veterinary care. What Is Ivermectin? Discover how ivermectin is used in veterinary medicine and the potentially harmful side effects caused by accidental exposure in pets. How Many Parvo Vaccines Should Puppies Have Before Transport? Discover the results of the ASPCA’s study on vaccinating puppies for parvovirus by reading the study and reviewing an accompanying video. Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Next page next ›