2025 CE DAYTIME SESSIONS APPROACH TO THE PRURITIC DOG AND CAT Tina Brown, DVM, MS, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Room 201 AB
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 _______________________________________ WHICH PARASITES SHOULD WE BE WORRIED ABOUT IN ADULT CATS? Adriano Vatta, BVSc, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVM (Parasit.) 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Room 204 AB Cats with access to the outdoors may be exposed to a variety of lung and intestinal parasites. In contrast with dogs, adult cats may contract roundworm infections continuously throughout their lives. Clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatments for these infections, including both common nematodes such as Toxocara cati and Ancylostoma tubaeforme, but also those infections that are seen occasionally but with sufficient frequency that they deserve mention. These include the tapeworm, Spirometra spp. and the more serious condition of sparganosis, Alaria spp. or intestinal flukes, Paragonimus kellicotti, the lung fluke, and Aelurostongylus abstrusus, the lungworm of cats. PARASITIC DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSES IN DOGS TO KEEP IN THE BACK OF YOUR MIND Adriano Vatta, BVSc, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVM (Parasit.) 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Room 204 AB There are several parasitic infections which are being encountered with greater frequency in dogs whether because of the spread of their vectors or intermediate hosts or because veterinarians are screening more often for them. These include Heterobilharzia americana, where dogs may present with gastrointestinal signs similar to several other more common conditions, Trypanosoma cruzi, which may affect the heart, Echinococcus spp., which are non-pathogenic in dogs but are of considerable zoonotic concern, and recurring problems with Giardia. With the re-emergence of the New World screwworm, Cochliomyia hominovorax, in areas of North America from which it was eradicated, it would also be wise to refresh our memories about this parasitic fly. HOW DO WE TELL THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HEARTWORM RESISTANCE AND OTHER CAUSES OF LACK OF EFFICACY? Adriano Vatta, BVSc, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVM (Parasit.) 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM | Room 204 AB With the emergence of anthelmintic resistance to medications used to prevent heartworm disease caused by Dirofilaria immitis in dogs, there is a possibility that dogs reportedly on heartworm disease preventives test positive for heartworm antigen. This presentation will examine how we can tell the difference between a dog that has resistant heartworms and one that has heartworms because of other causes of lack of efficacy, such as lack of owner compliance or incorrect dose administration. The talk will also discuss anthelmintic resistance in canine heartworm and considerations for preventing infections with resistant heartworms. TICKS AND TICK - TRANSMITTED DISEASE: WHERE ARE TICK RANGES LIKELY TO EXPAND? Adriano Vatta, BVSc, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVM (Parasit.) 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM | Room 204 AB The presentation will consider how changing climates may affect the distribution of ticks and how this may lead to a greater prevalence of tick-transmitted disease. Ticks to be covered will be Ixodes scapularis, the black-legged tick, Rhipicephalus sanguineus, the brown dog tick, Amblyomma maculatum, the Gulf Coast, and Amblyomma americanum, the Lone Star tick. The talk will also discuss the spread of the invasive Asian longhorned tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis. SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OF CANINE CYSTIC A ‘never fail’ technique for retropulsion of calculi lodged in the urethra of male dogs will be presented. What is your worst cystic calculi nightmare……leaving a stone behind after your cystotomy! This lecture will describe a unique protocol that will eliminate the possibility of leaving a stone behind. Video of clinical cases will be used to illustrate this protocol. AND URETHRAL CALCULI Howard Seim, DVM, DACVS 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Ballroom A
SHOULD WE BE CONCERNED ABOUT LUNGWORMS IN DOGS? Adriano Vatta, BVSc, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVM (Parasit.) 4:30 PM 5:20 PM | Ballroom A The presentation will review lungworm infections in dogs, including the presentation, clinical signs, diagnosis, and potential treatments for Paragonimus kellicotti, Eucoleus
This lecture will cover common presentations of pruritus in dogs and cats, including the eosinophilic complex in cats. Initial approach to pruritus with initial diagnostic testing such as skin cytology, skin scrapes, trichogram, and dermatophyte culture will be reviewed. Treatment options will be discussed for demodicosis in dogs and cats; including Demodex gatoi in cats and scabies in dogs. We will also cover identification of secondary yeast and bacterial infections on the skin and new guidelines for antibiotic use when secondary infections are present. Symptomatic therapy and the importance of topical therapy will be discussed. MANAGEMENT OF CHRONIC ALLERGIES AND OTITIS EXTERNA IN DOGS AND CATS Tina Brown, DVM, MS, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Room 201 AB This lecture will cover options for safe long-term management in dogs and cats with chronic allergy symptoms, including pruritus that has become refractory to treatment and recurring skin and ear infections. Otitis externa will be discussed in detail, outlying all factors that predispose and directly cause otitis externa. Short-term and long-term topical otic medications and prevention of future otitis will be reviewed. Long-term options to address underlying allergies, such as allergy testing and allergen-specific immunotherapy, including routes of administration, will be discussed in detail. IMMUNE MEDIATED DISEASES IN SMALL ANIMALS Tina Brown, DVM, MS, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM | Room 201 AB The clinical presentation and diagnostic approach will be covered for common immune diseases such as pemphigus foliaceus, discoid lupus erythematosus, vasculitis, and erythema multiforme will be covered in this lecture. Therapeutic steps to achieve remission and specific cases will be discussed with a focus on safe long-term therapy. OPPORTUNISTIC FUNGAL AND PSEUDOFUNGAL INFECTIONS IN VETERINARY MEDICINE Tina Brown, DVM, MS, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Dermatology 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM | Room 201 AB This lecture will cover opportunistic fungal infections such as pheohyphomycosis and hyalohyphomycosis as well as pythiosis and lagenidiosis in dogs and cats. Clinical presentation and diagnostic approach will be covered as well as treatment options with case presentations. WHAT'S IN THOSE STINKING STOOLS? PARASITIC CAUSES OF KITTEN DIARRHEA Adriano Vatta, BVSc, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVM (Parasit.) 2:00 PM 2:50 PM | Ballroom A The talk will explore the most common protozoal causes of diarrhea in kittens, including Tritrichomonas blagburni, Giardia, Cystoisospora spp. (coccidia), and Cryptosporidium, as well as intestinal nematode parasites in kittens. Characteristics of the diarrhea, current diagnostic methods available for the parasites in question, and available treatments will be discussed. WHY CAN'T WE GET RID OF THOSE HOOKWORMS OR TAPEWORMS? ANTHELMINTIC RESISTANCE IN CANINE HOOKWORM AND THE FLEA TAPEWORM Adriano Vatta, BVSc, MSc, PhD, Dipl. ACVM (Parasit.) 3:00 PM 3:50 PM | Ballroom A The talk will discuss the current known prevalence of multiple anthelmintic drug resistance in Ancylostoma caninum, one of the canine hookworms, its putative origins, the drug classes affected, its diagnosis, and potential options for treatment, including the use of emodepside. There will be a shorter discussion around praziquantel resistance in the flea tapeworm, Dipylidium caninum.
(Capillaria) spp. infections, Crenosoma vulpis, Angiostrongylus vasorum, and Filaroides spp. BREEDING BASICS 101 Clare Scully, MA, DVM, MS, DACT 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Ballroom C
This talk will focus on the key elements of successful canine breeding, emphasizing the importance of timing, hormonal monitoring, and advanced tools like vaginal cytology, vaginoscopy, and hormone assays. Participants will learn to identify the optimal breeding window by understanding the four stages of the estrous cycle and utilizing tools to predict ovulation.
IN HEAT BUT RUNNING COLD Clare Scully, MA, DVM, MS, DACT 3:00 PM 3:50 PM | Ballroom C
This talk provides an overview of infertility in bitches, focusing on the diagnostic approach and causes. It covers the importance of a thorough medical and reproductive history, physical exam, and diagnostic tests, such as serum progesterone and vaginal cytology. The presentation addresses common reproductive cycle abnormalities, such as prolonged or shortened inter-estrus intervals, and discusses conditions like intersex disorders, vaginal anomalies, transmissible venereal tumors (TVT), and cystic endometrial hyperplasia (CEH). The talk emphasizes the need for proper breeding management and careful examination of the bitch before investigating infertility. THE ABC'S OF MALE BSE'S Clare Scully, MA, DVM, MS, DACT 4:30 PM 5:20 PM | Ballroom C This talk will focus on the importance of performing a breeding soundness examination (BSE) on male dogs used for stud purposes. It will cover the key steps involved in a BSE, including history-taking, physical and reproductive examinations, semen collection and evaluation, libido assessment, and Brucella Canis testing. The presentation will explain how a BSE helps assess the dog's fertility, identify potential issues that could affect breeding success, and guide the decision-making process for breeding. It will also address common abnormalities that may be observed during the exam and highlight ancillary tests like sperm membrane integrity and DNA evaluation. The talk is aimed at veterinarians and breeders looking to optimize breeding outcomes and ensure the reproductive health of their stud dogs. UPDATES IN EMERGENCY SEIZURE MANAGEMENT Colleen Embersics, DVM 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Room 201 AB New recommendations for the management of status epilepticus and cluster seizures in dogs and cats were recently released. Is your emergency seizure protocol up-to-date? TREATMENT OF NEUROLOGICAL FIP WITH GS-441524 Colleen Embersics, DVM 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM | Room 201 AB The FDA recently approved GS-441524 for legal compounding and prescribing for the treatment of feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), a previously fatal disease. This session will review the diagnosis of neurological FIP, recommended treatment protocol, and monitoring guidelines. DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF NON- INFECTIOUS INFLAMMATORY CNS DISEASE Colleen Embersics, DVM 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM | Room 201 AB Non-infectious inflammatory CNS Diseases, also known as MUO or MUE, are common causes of seizures and neurological deficits in young to middle-age dogs. This session will review the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of these conditions.
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