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{"title":"Evaluation of a quantitative radiographic technique for differentiating normal and unilateral luxation of sacroiliac joints in cats: a pilot study analysis.","authors":"T Kasa, A Danielski, M A Solano, F Santoro, V Volckaert","doi":"10.1111/jsap.70005","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.70005","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The objective of this study was to evaluate a radiographic technique for differentiating normal feline sacroiliac joints from those with unilateral luxation.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Fifty normal feline pelvic radiographs (control group) and 50 radiographs with unilateral sacroiliac luxation (luxation group) were assessed. Three angles were measured on each radiograph using a reference line connecting the most cranial aspect of the iliac wings and three anatomical landmarks: the cranial endplate of lumbar vertebra 6, the caudal endplate of lumbar vertebra 6 and the cranial endplate of lumbar vertebra 7. Study feasibility was assessed by a single observer on 20 radiographs per group. In the second phase, measurements were obtained from 30 radiographs per group and recorded twice by three blinded observers, with a 4-week interval between assessments. Angular differences between groups were analysed, along with optimal cut-off values, diagnostic performance and inter- and intra-observer reliability.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>All three measured angles were significantly smaller in the control group than in the luxation group. Specifically, angular measurements exceeding 2.3° at the cranial endplate of lumbar vertebra 6, and 2.4° at both the caudal endplate of lumbar vertebra 6 and the cranial endplate of lumbar vertebra 7, were indicative of unilateral sacroiliac luxation. The respective sensitivity and specificity values of the aforementioned cut-off angles were 90% and 97% for the first, 90% and 94% for the second and 86% and 94% for the third. These thresholds were associated with consistently high inter- and intra-observer reliability.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>These proposed angular cut-offs provide a reliable diagnostic criterion for identifying unilateral sacroiliac luxation in cats and may enhance diagnostic confidence and accuracy, particularly in primary care settings where radiography remains the preferred imaging modality for feline pelvic injuries.</p>","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-31","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144753678","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Diagnosis of degenerative myelopathy in a Boston terrier-French bulldog mixed breed.","authors":"A M K Chan, J R Coates, G C Johnson, H N Snyman, D W Silversides","doi":"10.1111/jsap.70010","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.70010","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Canine degenerative myelopathy (DM) has been associated with mutations in the superoxide dismutase 1 gene (SOD1). Although the SOD1:c.118G>A mutation has been identified in Boston terriers and French bulldogs, no histological-confirmed degenerative myelopathy has been reported in either breed. An 8-year-old male neutered Boston terrier-French bulldog mixed breed dog was presented with T3 to L3 myelopathy. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the spinal cord and cerebrospinal fluid analysis were unremarkable. DNA testing revealed homozygosity for the SOD1:c.118G>A mutation. Despite supportive treatment, the dog continued to progress over 37 months. Post mortem full spine MRI study found severe spinal cord and epaxial muscle atrophy. The diagnosis of DM was confirmed by histopathology and positive immunohistochemical staining with anti-SOD1 antibodies. This case report documents the clinical and imaging progression of DM in a Boston terrier-French bulldog mixed breed.</p>","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.9,"publicationDate":"2025-07-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144742328","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Primary intracranial meningeal histiocytic sarcoma causing calvarial hyperostosis in a dog.","authors":"P Menendez, E Alcoverro, L Garosi","doi":"10.1111/jsap.13905","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.13905","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144690615","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Uraemic pneumonitis in a 15-year-old spayed female bichon frise.","authors":"H V Brines, M A Seitz, K Chavez, A M Lee","doi":"10.1111/jsap.70001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.70001","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144642796","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Cannabis-based products for medicinal use in dogs and cats: a systematic review.","authors":"N Moreno-López, C Moreno-López, P Amariles","doi":"10.1111/jsap.13913","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.13913","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Cannabis-based products for medicinal use, also referred to as cannabinoid-containing products, particularly those containing cannabidiol as the primary active constituent, have shown to be a possible alternative in treating various health conditions in companion animals. Thus, this systematic review aims to synthesise and analyse the available data on the efficacy/effectiveness and safety of cannabis-based products for medicinal use in dogs and cats to assist in clinical decision-making.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A systematic review was conducted across PubMed, LILACS, Scopus, and Google Scholar from February 2014 to February 2024. The search strategy included both MeSH terms and free-text keywords related to medical cannabis, including Medical Marijuana, Cannabis and Cannabaceae, combined with terms referring to domestic cats and dogs. Additionally, title/abstract keywords, including Cannab (as a truncated term), were used to retrieve literature on cannabinoids and their therapeutic applications.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Twenty-two articles were identified examining cannabidiol-based formulations for osteoarthritis, epilepsy, atopic dermatitis, postsurgical pain, and behavioural issues. Cannabis-based products for medicinal use with cannabidiol as the primary active constituent demonstrated improvements in pain, behaviour, and seizures, with no serious adverse events. However, research on their use in cats is limited to two studies.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>While promising, the long-term efficacy/effectiveness, optimal dosages, and safety of cannabis-based products for medicinal use remain unclear. Further studies are needed to confirm their therapeutic potential and ensure safe veterinary use.</p>","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144637404","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Long-term outcome of ultrasound-guided retrieval of subcutaneous foreign bodies in 32 dogs (2015-2022).","authors":"M D M Bovis, R Quinn, A J Winthrop, K Holroyd","doi":"10.1111/jsap.13904","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.13904","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To describe the long-term outcomes associated with minimally invasive, ultrasound-guided removal of subcutaneous foreign bodies in dogs.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>A retrospective study was conducted at a single referral hospital from 2015 to 2022. It included dogs diagnosed with extracavitary subcutaneous foreign bodies, treated via ultrasound-guided minimally invasive retrieval with more than 1-year follow-up. Criteria excluded dogs with foreign bodies in less accessible locations, ones needing immediate surgery after removal and those whose long-term information was not available. Long-term outcomes were evaluated through owner questionnaires with a median follow-up of 36.5 months (range from 16 to 98).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Long-term follow-up data were available for 32 dogs. The overall rate of complications was 18.8% with three major and three minor complications during the perioperative period; no complications occurred beyond this time. All owners (100%; n = 32) reported full resolution of clinical signs, and 93.8% (30/32) would recommend this treatment instead of surgery to other pet owners.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>The use of ultrasound-guided subcutaneous foreign body retrieval offered excellent long-term outcomes and high owner satisfaction. This technique should be considered a viable, less invasive alternative to traditional surgery for extracavitary foreign body removal.</p>","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144591521","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Elbow arthrodesis in five Spaniel breed dogs as a salvage procedure for chronic humeral condylar fractures.","authors":"A Danielski, J Hlavička, M A Solano","doi":"10.1111/jsap.13909","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.13909","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To report outcomes of elbow arthrodesis as a salvage procedure for chronic humeral condylar fractures in five dogs.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>All dogs presented with chronic, irreparable humeral condylar fractures following failed primary repairs. Elbow arthrodesis was performed via a caudolateral approach with olecranon osteotomy. The articular surfaces were debrided, and fixation was achieved with one 2.7-mm locking plate applied caudally and one applied laterally, augmented with cancellous bone graft and bone morphogenetic proteins. Data collected included history, signalment, occurrence of complications and outcomes. Postoperative follow-up involved radiographs at 6 weeks, long-term reassessment, static weight distribution analysis and owner-completed questionnaires supplemented with functional assessment questions.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>All dogs achieved near-complete radiographic healing of the arthrodesis by a mean of 9.2 weeks. Four minor complications were observed, including pin migration, seroma formation and implant breakage. No major complications were recorded. At long-term reassessment, performed at a median of 13 months, all dogs used the operated limb during ambulation, though mechanical lameness and static weight avoidance were consistent. Owner assessments indicated satisfactory quality of life. Static weight distribution analysis revealed reduced load on the arthrodesis limb.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>Elbow arthrodesis using double-plate fixation and recombinant bone morphogenetic proteins offers an effective salvage option for irreparable humeral condylar fractures in spaniel breed dogs. The technique achieved reliable fusion with minimal complications and acceptable function, though reduced weight-bearing in static positions persisted.</p>","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144584185","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"When - and whether - should we spay/neuter companion dogs.","authors":"S Romagnoli","doi":"10.1111/jsap.13894","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.13894","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The recent publication of guidelines for the control of reproduction in dogs and cats shows that a variety of non-neoplastic and neoplastic conditions occur more commonly in spayed/neutered than entire dogs, and for several of such conditions the earlier the age at surgery - the higher the risk. In addition, unwanted behavioural changes may occur after gonadectomy rather than expected improvement in behaviour in some dogs. However, the fact that surgical gonadectomy increases the risk of any such condition does not mean that dogs should not be spayed/neutered any more. Gonadectomy still plays a major role in lowering the risk of mammary neoplasia and pyometra in bitches and of prostatic hypertrophy in male dogs. The evidence that gonadectomy influences the development of a condition is often conflicting, and it varies depending on the breed, sex and condition. This paper briefly illustrates current knowledge on the incidence of the above conditions in gonadectomised dogs, providing information on whether or not - and what is the best age at which - to perform gonadectomy in our companion dogs based on available scientific data.</p>","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144591522","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Outcome of lip-to-lid subdermal plexus flaps to reconstruct defects of the lower eyelid in dogs and cats: 46 cases (2005-2022).","authors":"A Sesana, E Bietzk, M Rossanese, P Buracco, F Cinti, V Montinaro, R Everson, F Massari, J Almansa-Ruiz, N Heathcote, L E Chiti, J Rushton, S Das","doi":"10.1111/jsap.13914","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.13914","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>To report the outcome of lip-to-lid subdermal plexus flaps in dogs and cats, the surgical and ophthalmic complications and their incidence, and the occurrence of the complications in relation to risk factors.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>Medical records of 11 centres were reviewed. Data from dogs and cats that underwent lip-to-lid subdermal plexus flaps between 2005 and 2024 was collected. Dogs and cats were included if they had complete medical records with a minimum of 4 weeks follow-up. The incidence of surgical and ophthalmic complications was recorded, and overall outcomes were documented.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Forty-six cases were included: 15 dogs and 31 cats. Post-oncological reconstruction was the main indication in dogs (87%) and cats (80%). Optimal flap healing occurred in 10 (67%) dogs and in 26 (84%) cats. In dogs, 11 (73%) cases developed complications (60% minor, 13% major). In cats, 23 (74%) cases developed complications (70% minor, 3% major). Flap necrosis occurred in 4 of 15 dogs (27%) and 8 of 31 cats (26%). Post-operative infection occurred in 1 of 15 dogs (7%) and 1 of 31 cats (3%). Blink dysfunction was the most common ophthalmological complication occurring in five dogs and six cats. No significant difference was found between the percentage of lower eyelid excised and the development of complications (flap dehiscence, necrosis and blink dysfunction). Overall good outcome, defined as uncomplicated healing, second-intention healing and short-term topical ocular management, was achieved in 80% of dogs and 93% of cats.</p><p><strong>Clinical significance: </strong>Lip-to-lid subdermal plexus flaps provide an excellent option for reconstruction of the lower eyelid with a high overall success rate. Minor complications are common; however, a good ophthalmological outcome is present in most of the cases.</p>","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144584186","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Splenogonadal fusion in a cryptorchid dog.","authors":"A Sebald, G Tian, J Cheong, J Tuan","doi":"10.1111/jsap.13900","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/jsap.13900","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":17062,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Small Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.7,"publicationDate":"2025-07-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144540621","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"农林科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}