A rapid evidence assessment of the potential risk to the environment presented by active ingredients in the UK’s most commonly sold companion animal parasiticides
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DOI: 10.1007/s11356-022-20204-2
Abstract: A number of parasiticides are commercially available as companion animal treatments to protect against parasite infestation and are sold in large volumes. These treatments are not intended to enter the wider environment but may be… read more here.
Keywords: companion animal; evidence; environment; risk ... See more keywords
Associated factors of companion animal neglect in the family environment in Pinhais, Brazil.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.prevetmed.2018.05.017
Abstract: Dogs and cats are often abused within households. Despite this, little research has been developed to know the factors associated with this crime. The objective of this study was to identify the associated factors of… read more here.
Keywords: family environment; associated factors; neglect family; factors companion ... See more keywords
New approaches to pharmacosurveillance for monitoring prescription frequency, diversity, and co-prescription in a large sentinel network of companion animal veterinary practices in the United Kingdom, 2014–2016
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DOI: 10.1016/j.prevetmed.2018.09.004
Abstract: Pharmaceutical agents (PAs) are commonly prescribed in companion animal practice in the United Kingdom. However, little is known about PA prescription on a population-level, particularly with respect to PAs authorised for human use alone prescribed… read more here.
Keywords: companion; network; diversity; prescription ... See more keywords
Attitudes and perceptions of Dutch companion animal veterinarians towards antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.prevetmed.2019.104717
Abstract: Antimicrobial use (AMU) in humans and animals facilitates the emergence of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). With increasing AMR being recognised as a major global threat for public health, responsible AMU is strongly advocated in both human… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; antimicrobial use; companion; companion animal ... See more keywords
Vitamin C in Health and Disease: A Companion Animal Focus.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tcam.2020.100432
Abstract: Vitamin C is synthesized in the liver in most species, including dogs and cats, and is widely distributed through body tissues. Vitamin C has an important physiologic role in numerous metabolic functions including tissue growth… read more here.
Keywords: companion; health disease; vitamin health; vitamin ... See more keywords
Companion-Animal Caregiver Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs Regarding End-of-Life Care
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DOI: 10.1080/10888705.2017.1321483
Abstract: ABSTRACT Although awareness of end-of-life care is growing within the veterinary field and there appears to be consumer demand for these services, it is unclear exactly what caregivers know about end-of-life options for their companion… read more here.
Keywords: end life; care; companion animal; life care ... See more keywords
Survey of companion animal veterinarians' antimicrobial drug prescription practices and awareness of antimicrobial drug use guidelines in the United States
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DOI: 10.1111/zph.12915
Abstract: Antimicrobial drug use in companion animal medicine, the subsequent development of antimicrobial resistance and the potential hazard of animals transmitting resistant bacteria to humans are of increasing concern. Antimicrobial prescription patterns among companion animal veterinarians… read more here.
Keywords: antimicrobial drug; drug use; awareness antimicrobial; companion animal ... See more keywords
Caregiver burden in owners of a sick companion animal: a cross-sectional observational study
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DOI: 10.1136/vr.104295
Abstract: Much recent work has focused on occupational stress in veterinary medicine, although little is known about the possible contribution of client-based factors. Clients providing care for a companion animal with protracted illness are likely to… read more here.
Keywords: sick companion; caregiver burden; burden; companion animal ... See more keywords
Impacts of the process and decision-making around companion animal euthanasia on veterinary wellbeing
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DOI: 10.1136/vr.105540
Abstract: A qualitative study using group and individual interviews involving 10 veterinary hospitals in Wellington County, Ontario, explored how the practices involved in euthanasia-related care impacts the wellbeing of veterinary professionals. Thematic analysis indicated two major… read more here.
Keywords: decision; navigating euthanasia; veterinary professionals; decision making ... See more keywords
Animal euthanasia – empathic care or empathic distress?
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DOI: 10.1136/vr.l5718
Abstract: Many vets are drawn to the profession by a love for animals and a commitment to their welfare. This is often accompanied by a high capacity for empathy which, ironically, can leave them emotionally and… read more here.
Keywords: companion; companion animals; animal; euthanasia ... See more keywords
Insurance Discrimination, Companion Animal Harm, and Domestic Violence and Abuse - Double Jeopardy in the UK.
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DOI: 10.1177/10778012231176201
Abstract: Prompted by Signal et al.'s study, this research examines UK "Pet Insurance" policies to see if and how experiencing domestic violence and abuse (DVA) in interspecies households is excluded under insurance policies terms. Situating our… read more here.
Keywords: companion animal; insurance; domestic violence; violence abuse ... See more keywords