Intratracheal Drug Administration

DoveLewis Patient Care and Educational Specialist Sarah Harris, CVT, VTS (ECC) reviews the procedure for administering intratracheal medications.

PCV/TS Measurement

DoveLewis Technician Trainer Jessica Waters-Miller, CVT reviews how to complete a packed cell volume (PCV) total protein (TP) to evaluate patient hydration.

Blood Pressure Cuff Sizing and Placement

Learn from DoveLewis Assistant Manager Megan Urton about selecting the right cuff for accurate blood pressure readings. For more tips about using a Doppler Blood Pressure Monitor, click here to watch Improve Accuracy of Doppler Blood Pressure…

Feline Cardiomyopathy: A Review

Although a common disease, feline cardiomyopathy can be difficult to detect. In this lecture, explore the causes of myocardial dysfunction in feline patients and the common associated symptoms with Veterinary Cardiologist Caryn Reynolds, DVM, DACVIM (…

Administering Fluids to a Snake

DoveLewis Veterinarian Kelly Flaminio, DVM, reviews two methods for safely administering fluid therapy to a snake.

Diagnosis of Canine Hypothyroidism

Introduction Acquired primary hypothyroidism is the most common cause of naturally occurring thyroid failure in the adult dog, accounting for more than 95% of cases. This accounts for the majority…

Heatstroke: A Review

Heatstroke is defined as an elevation in body temperature > 105.8°F and characterized by central nervous system dysfunction and organ derangements. Unlike a fever, the temperature set point…

Treating a Canine Broken Toenail

Learn from DoveLewis Technician Kara Prater, CVT, about the methods for treating a broken toenail on a canine patient.

The Technician's Role in the Assessment and Treatment of Hypoperfusion

Fluid therapy is a hot topic in veterinary medicine, specifically with a focus on individual patient response to volume resuscitation. The veterinary technician plays an integral role in assessing hydration and closely monitoring patients who are…