Table of Contents Mobile veterinary practices are rising in popularity, serving an increasing number and variety of pet owners. In many ways, this is a win-win proposition for both veterinarians and their clients. The convenience and individual attention that these practices provide is especially appealing to pet owners who seek out personalized, concierge-style services. At … [Continue Reading]
Gingival Hyperplasia in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Table of Contents While Boxers may be the first breed to come to mind when thinking of gingival hyperplasia, other breeds such as Bulldogs, Cocker Spaniels, Collies, Great Danes, Dalmatians, and Dobermans are also predisposed to this condition. Patients with gingival hyperplasia typically present for enlarged, inflamed gums. Owners may notice pain or discomfort at … [Continue Reading]
Veterinary Triage Protocol: Best Practices for Front Office Staff
Table of Contents One of the most important jobs for a veterinary receptionist — or any member of the veterinary team who happens to answer the phone — is to determine how to handle calls from concerned pet owners. Does the pet need to be seen by the doctor? If so, how soon? Is it … [Continue Reading]
OSHA Compliance Checklist: Avoiding Common Violations in Vet Practices
Table of Contents The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, commonly known as OSHA, is an agency that falls under the United States Department of Labor. Its primary task is to ensure that all Americans have access to a safe work environment. This includes setting regulations and following up with businesses to verify that regulations are … [Continue Reading]
Dispomed Video Tour
It is with great pride that we invite you to visit our premises and our various departments at Dispomed. But above all, allow us to highlight the incredible people who make Dispomed a human, committed, with a concern for excellence and passionate team. Enjoy your tour!
Penrose Drains for Dogs: Pros, Cons, and Alternatives
Table of Contents Penrose drains have a variety of applications in veterinary practice. In most cases, they are used to evacuate fluids from subcutaneous tissues. Understanding the applications and limitations of Penrose drains is vital for any veterinary practitioner who treats wounds in clinical practice. When are drains used? In many situations, drains are placed … [Continue Reading]
Veterinary Anesthesia Monitoring: Cheat Sheet and FAQs
Table of Contents Whether you use single-function or multi-parameter devices, accurately interpreting the data provided plays a critical role in monitoring the anesthetized patient. Hands-on monitoring Despite the availability of more technologically-advanced options, hands-on monitoring remains a method of choice for many animal health professionals due to its simplicity and effectiveness. Anesthetic depth is typically … [Continue Reading]
What are the differences between CR and DR in veterinary dental radiography?
CR is the abbreviation for Computed Radiography. It is the use of a Phosphor Imaging Plate to create a digital image that is the CR process. CR uses a cassette-based system like analogue film. As the CR is an older technology, it is right to say that it is cost effective as well. However, this … [Continue Reading]
The painting process of your veterinary equipment
NEW painting department to personalize your equipment! For several months, our team of welders has worked on the manufacturing of our paint room and oven. The integration of this step in our factory allows us to improve efficiency by eliminating the time required to package the parts to be painted, the time of delivery, unpacking, … [Continue Reading]
The NEW Highdent Quattro Plus Presented by his Creator
Video transcription Hi everybody! Welcome to another Dispomed video. Today, I’d like to present my new baby the Highdent Quattro Plus. I designed this new machine to meet all the recommendations that the customers have given us in the last years. The first thing, we added a wider shelf, so you have more instrument space. … [Continue Reading]