Welcome to vnonline.co.uk

vnonline.co.uk provides the veterinary nursing profession with the latest news and industry developments, as well as events, resources, learning materials and careers.

Our website is dedicated to veterinary nurses and we strive to provide a platform where you can voice and explore your interests.

Not a member yet? Sign up for free!

Click here to become a member

Posted: 28th May 2014

AHT releases initial findings from cushing's disease study

AHT needs more responses from vets to come to any firm conclusions.

Clinical signs in dogs vary according to breed, study shows

Preliminary findings from a study into cushing's disease show that some dog breeds tend to present fewer clinical signs than others.

Since launching the study in January this year, the Animal Health Trust (AHT) has been conducting a survey study of breed differences in the clinical signs of hyperadrenocorticism.

Researchers collected more than 40 responses submitted from veterinary surgeons across the UK, in order to analyse trends.

Findings also showed that the frequency of most clinical signs seen in dogs affected by cushing's disease appear to be lower than previously reported in studies published decades ago. These signs include polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, abdominal distension, alopecia, panting, comedones and muscle weakness.

It is hoped findings from the study will help veterinary surgeons to diagnose canine hyperadrenocorticism. However, AHT needs further responses from vets to draw any firm conclusions.

The trust is asking vets to complete a 10-minute online questionnaire for each case diagnosed with spontaneous hyperadrenocorticism.

AHT vet Michael Bennaim said: "We need members of the veterinary profession to help us increase knowledge of this disease and to promote this study to their colleagues."

All information supplied will be processed anonymously. Participants have a chance to win a £100 Amazon voucher.

For further information about the study email michael.bennaim@aht.org.uk

Become a member or log in to add this story to your CPD history

Share with others

Demand for domestic abuse pet fostering service more than doubles
27th November 2024

Brooke shares year's success of working-equine advocacy
27th November 2024

Time "running out" to apply for XL bully exemption in NI
27th November 2024

Report notes rise in recorded canine cruciate surgeries
27th November 2024

Birmingham Dogs Home makes urgent appeal
Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent winter appeal as it faces more challenges over the Christmas period.

The rescue centre has seen a dramatic increase in dogs coming into its care, and is currently caring for over 200 dogs. With rising costs and dropping temperatures, the charity is calling for urgent support.

It costs the charity £6,000 per day to continue its work.

Fi Harrison, head of fundraising and communications, said: "It's heart-breaking for our team to see the conditions some dogs arrive in. We really are their last chance and hope of survival."

More information about the appeal can be found here.

Advertise on vnonline

If you are interested in advertising on vnonline.co.uk or our weekly enews, click here

Welcome to vnonline.co.uk

Not a member yet? Sign up for free!

Log in to vnonline