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Client Resources
Common Ailments and Treatments
On this page you can find information and resources for a variety of common diseases and treatments. Each section contains practical information from registration forms and pre-surgical instructions, to links for more information on a variety of topics.
Information is organized by the following departments:
For more resources for any of these specialties, please visit the Veterinary Partner Web site
CRITICAL CARE
The Critical Care Clients' Bill of Rights outlines what clients can expect while their pet is hospitalized with the Critical Care service.
DERMATOLOGY
Please review the below documents when preparing your pet for a dermatological visit:
Dermatology new patient history form (Word Doc)
Dermatology client information with details regarding the dermatology practice, appointments and contact information. (Word Doc)
For more information on pollen counts, please visit www.pollen.com and http://www.aaaai.org/nab/index.cfm?p=pollen.
The following documents are available as additional resources for common dermatological conditions:
Allergic Dermatitis
Allergies in veterinary patients usually cause itchy dermatitis. This document describes how to control and treat Allergic Dermatitis.
Atopy
Animals with atopy often show symptoms such as scratching, licking their paws and rubbing their face. Read more about how allergy tests can identify and help treat your pet's allergies.
Controlling House Dust Mite Exposure
Approximately 50-60% of all dogs with elevated allergy test results to other allergens also exhibit elevated results to mites. Read more about how to control dust mite exposure.
Controlling Storage Mite Exposure
Although it is virtually impossible to totally eliminate storage mites from the environment, these steps can be taken to inhibit their multiplication and thereby minimize exposure to storage mite allergens.
Demodicosis
Demodicosis is an overgrowth of Demodex mites, which are normal skin inhabitants. Read more about the treatment of Demodicosis.
Feline Dermatitis
Feline pruritus is one of the most common dermatologic problems affecting cats. Read more about the symptoms and treatments for Feline Dermatitis.
Feline Allergies
Answers to common questions about allergies and itching among cats.
INTERNAL MEDICINE
The following forms are available as resources from the Internal Medicine department:
Client Information Form (Word Doc)
Internal Medicine client information sheet with details regarding visiting hours, food and medication and discharges.
New Patient History Form (Word Doc)
Internal Medicine new patient history form.
Registration Form (Word Doc)
Internal Medicine registration form.
ONCOLOGY
The following forms are available as resources from the Oncology department:
Client Information Form (Word Doc)
Oncology client information sheet with details regarding visiting hours, food and medication and discharges.
Chemotherapy Patient Check-in Form
Oncology Chemotherapy patient check-in form.
Registration Form (Word Doc)
Oncology registration form.
OPHTHALMOLOGY
The following documents are available as additional resources for common ophthalmology conditions:
Caring for a Blind Pet
Advice on caring for a blind pet.
Blind Pet Resources
Information and links to more resources on caring for blind or visually impaired pets.
Cataracts
Information on cataracts and treatment.
Collie Eye Disease
Information on eye disease in Collies.
Corneal Lipid Deposition
Information on Corneal Lipid Deposition.
Corneal Ulcers
Information on the diagnosis and treatment of Corneal Ulcers.
Dry Eyes
Information on the causes, treatments and common affected animals by dry eyes.
Feline Herpes Virus
Information on the symptoms and treatments of the Feline Herpes Virus (FHV).
Glaucoma
Information on the types, treatments and commonly animals affected by Glaucoma.
Pannus
Information on Pannus, a progressive disease of the cornea commonly found in German Shepherds and related breeds.
Retinal Degeneration
Information on Retinal Degeneration, the unexpected "thinning" or "atrophying" of the light-absorbing neurological tissue.
Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration (SARD)
Information on Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration (SARD), a disease that is characterized by abrupt vision loss.
Uveitis
Information on Uveitis, an inflammatory process involving the middle of the three layers of the eye.
SURGERY
Surgery/neurology registration form.
Please follow these instructions when preparing to bring your pet in for surgery. (Word Doc)
You may download the above form and fill in the appropriate information and bring it with you so that our staff will be best prepared for the care of your pet during his or her stay in the hospital.
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs
United States Department of Health and Human Services brochure about Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), a class of drugs commonly used to control pain and inflammation in dogs.
