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Cathy Barnette

Cathy Barnette is a practicing small animal veterinarian, freelance writer, and contributor to XPrep Learning Solutions. She is passionate about both veterinary medicine and education, working to provide helpful information to veterinary teams and the general public. In her free time, she enjoys spending time in nature with her family and leading a Girl Scout troop.
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Top 5 Dermatologic Diseases of Horses: A Review for Vet Students

Posted by Cathy Barnette on Dec 14, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Whether you’re targeting a career in equine medicine or simply hoping to pass the NAVLE®, it’s important to be familiar with common dermatologic diseases in equine patients.

Review these top five derm diseases of horses so you can be more prepared for exams and/or life as a practicing veterinarian. 

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Topics: Horses, Dermatologic Diseases of Horses

Diagnosis and Treatment of Canine Atopic Dermatitis: 10 Tips for Vet Students

Posted by Cathy Barnette on Nov 15, 2021 12:27:00 PM

Regardless of where you end up practicing veterinary medicine, you are likely to see a fair amount of canine atopic dermatitis. If you practice in an allergy hotspot, this is especially true!

When I used to practice in the Charlotte, NC area, there were weeks when over half of my canine patients were presenting for skin issues. Given the prevalence of allergic dermatitis in dogs and the headaches inherent in explaining, diagnosing, and treating atopy, it’s important to feel comfortable with this condition. 

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Topics: dermatology, Atopic Dermatitis

Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex: A Case Study for Vet Students

Posted by Cathy Barnette on Nov 8, 2021 7:43:00 AM

Pepper, a 3 yo FS DSH, presents to you on a busy Friday afternoon for a recent history of skin irritation and licking. Pepper is an indoor/outdoor cat, and she is up-to-date on FVRCP, Rabies, and FeLV vaccines.

Not much is known about Pepper’s medical history; she was adopted from an animal shelter approximately six months earlier after being found as a stray. Pepper’s owner reports that she tries to give Revolution® monthly, though she occasionally forgets to give it. Her last dose of Revolution was administered “a little over a month ago.”

Pepper is a friendly, affectionate cat. Her BCS is 5/9, her mucous membranes are pink and moist, her capillary refill time is < 2 seconds, and she is bright, alert, and responsive.

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Topics: Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex

10 Test-Taking Tips for Vet Students

Posted by Cathy Barnette on Oct 28, 2021 10:00:00 AM

Whether you’re studying for the NAVLE or a vet school exam, solid test-taking strategies can go a long way towards helping you perform your best.

Yes, it’s important to invest the necessary time to master the exam’s content, but having a solid test-taking strategy also plays a significant role in how well you will perform. 

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Topics: Studying, Test Taking Tips, NAVLE

What’s Covered on the NAVLE®?

Posted by Cathy Barnette on Oct 11, 2021 9:15:00 AM

In order to get the most out of your study time, you want to focus on those topics that will actually be covered on the NAVLE®.

Fortunately, this information is readily available! 

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