While veterinary professionals are aware of the zoonotic potential of feline Bartonellosis, the potential for this hemotropic infectious organism to cause psychiatric disorders in humans may come as a surprise.
It is important to be aware of this risk, especially since B. henselae is not uncommon among cats. In fact, according to the CDC, “Bartonella henselae bacteremia has been documented in 30-40% of domestic and adopted shelter cats.” [1]
Topics: Bartonellosis
Topics: Brucella canis
Over the past decade, I feel like I have really heard it all when it comes to objections to dental cleanings for pets.
I have compiled a handful of the most common objections and how to communicate effectively to overcome them…
Topics: Veteirnary Dentistry, Dental Care, Dental Disease, Client Communications
Though we often think of communication as something that people either come by “naturally” or not, that’s actually not the case. Communication is a skill that can be refined over time. That means the good news is: if you’re not a good communicator, you can get better at it! And the other good news is: if you are a good communicator, you can continue to improve! (1)
Topics: Veteirnary Dentistry, Dental Care, Client Communications
