Software Review: NLS Vet Clinic Management Software

NLS (New Leaf Soft) is an easy to use Veterinary Clinic Management Software. All information is entered fast using drop-down lists, auto-capitalization, incremental searching and preset fees for consultation types and medical services. The Consultations Overview screen gives you instant access to all past, present and future consultations as well as the ability to generate listings of Reminders, Client’s Spending and Client’s Appointment Activity.

A simple and versatile solution has been found to cater for the large number of medical services and drugs offered in a veterinary surgery. It takes only seconds to find a required service with the Find facility. With this system you can organize your medical services and drugs exactly how you want. Information is clearly laid out on separate panels, that work seamlessly together, and is easy to retrieve. 

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Dolitl, Easy to Use Large Animal Practice Management Software

Dolitl is a Large Animal Practice Management Software that lives on a server. It brings traditionally separate systems such as cattle tracing, milk recording and drug supplier ordering under one system accessible over the Internet. It ensures records and documents from mobile laptops and other sites are available to all authorized employees and usable offline when no Internet connection is available.

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DIA, Diagnostic Imaging Atlas Veterinary Software

The Diagnostic Imaging Atlas by Odyssey Veterinary Software is the complete client education source for all veterinary hospitals. As an author and educator, the 3D anatomical illustrations and images are of the highest quality for continuing education. The program provides a quick illustrative guide for all veterinary conditions for client communication in a very easy-to-use format.

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Veterinary Pharmacy Reference Software, Fast, Friendly and Efficient

The veterinary industry faces a more informed, more demanding client than ever before. Pet owners are willing to spend more than ever before and expect the same level of service and care that is given by human doctors and pharmacists. Currently drug companies and veterinary practices face countless lawsuits regarding side effects, interactions, and lack of informed consent. Veterinarians have found that the VPR program has dramatically changed the way they are able to do their jobs, saving them and their staff time and money. Client are more informed and excited about the improved service they are receiving.

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Vet Software Review: VIA, the Veterinary Information Assistant

In order to manage the overwhelming volume of data a hospital generates, veterinarians had to rely upon software to function as cash registers and treatment reminder systems. It includes detailed medical records, accurate inventory, precise financial books, organized schedules. Nowadays, it is not difficult anymore, VIA has it. VIA™, the Veterinary Information Assistant, is a leading practice management solution that allows veterinarians to stay in control of their critical medical, financial, and back-office information.  VIA is medically oriented software that uses hospital workflow concepts to improve operating efficiencies, staff communication, and patient care.

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Pet Pals, Veterinary Surgery Games animated 3D for Windows and Mac

The game does a good job of being matter-of-fact and professional, asking you to select the three most pertinent, professional questions to ask, handling injections, rectal temperatures, and stool samples with a minimum of fuss. It will present the cases with info on the normal pulse and temperature for that species, then ask the doctor if a particular reading is high, low, or normal.

The program takes about 15 minutes to install, but once installed, you don’t need to insert the CDs to play – something I really appreciate rather than expecting a child to handle the CDs (or having to take them on trips). Pet Pals is a great game to give to any youngster who loves animals or loves a more realistic game.

The cases seem well chosen to help educate about the care of the various species and to help compare and contrast appropriate care for different animals.

For example a rabbit with a hairball, and you could learned that rabbits cannot vomit, that hairballs are life-threatening, and that rabbits are poor surgical candidates. removed an abcess from an iguana in minor surgery, which was just the right amount of ‘icky’ to help get the feel of the real thing.  Details >>

VIP 100 Micro Pump Veterinary Syringe

Features: Lightweight, portable, and easy to affix to animal; Simple up/down flow rate setting.(0.1 ml increments); Safety system with dual micro-controller runs continuous self-tests; Suitable for intravenous, intra-arterial, subcutaneous, intramuscular and portal vein infusions; Accepts most common disposable syringes from 2.5ml up to 35ml

The VIP-100 Micro-Pump is an adjustable rate ambulatory syringe pump for the continuous and accurate infusion of various drugs in Veterinary Medicine.

Adjusts from 00.1 to 99.9mm/h giving delivery time from 30 minutes to 600 hours per syringe. Uses standard AAA alkaline batteries which will last for 2-3 months or more than 70 infusions. LCD clearly displays flow rate information and alarm identification. Includes a convenient ml/hr to mm/hr conversion table for most common syringes. Each pump comes complete with shoulder holster for ambulatory use, plastic carrying case, operating instructions and a set of batteries. Veterinary Equipment by Paragon Medical. For more information about this product, please contact Email: sales@paragonmed.com 800-780-5266 – Fax 954-340-2457

V-Top Veterinary Surgery Table

Large 19"wide x 58"long table top, features two V-top panels which adjust independently. 360° revolving capability & horizontal to near vertical positioning allows you to hold your patient in the right operating position without a thoracic positioner. Two sliding, quick-release, tie-down attachments are provided on each side for patient restraint. A 3" stainless steel trough, centered under the top panels, collects fluids into a collecting pail (not included). A foot-operated lift mechanism in the hydraulic base provides up and down capability, adjusting table height from 30 1/2" to 41". Veterinary Equipment by Paragon Medical. More info please contact Email: sales@paragonmed.com Ph.800-780-5266 – Fax 954-340-2457

How to Care for an Old Dog

Do you have an old dog? Had not noticed that this old dog shows changes in the activity? This is because elderly dogs have many problems, especially health.

When we could say that they have getting old? They called as old dog if they reach 7 years old, or if we calculate with the human equivalent is 49 years old. At these age they need more intensive treatment. Here are some programs that we recommend for the "better life for the old dog":

As the elderly man, a routine examination to the vet is very important, at least twice a year. Veterinarians will examine the condition of your dog through physical examination or with a specific diagnostic test that will be tailored to the age, race and health status.

Veterinarians will usually recommend a blood test and urin, more than that if necessary will be conducted inspections ECG / rays chest cavity. Test is important to know the extent to which the body is still a role and can be a normal tool for early diagnosis of health problems in the next days.

Do not forget to keep vaccinate and prevent parasites infection. Old dog is less resistant to get diseases and more vulnerable to the infection. So, make sure to keep booster vaccinations and perform routine preventive action against heart worms. Protect your dogs against external parasites such as lice, tick and mite.

Last but not least, make sure your vet knows the condition when they went health and get behavioral changes in your dog.

photo source:

www.flickr.com/photos/dr_ozda/2407570631 – Good Old Dogs III by dr.Ozda

www.flickr.com/photos/7422037@N06/2840981460 – Worlds Oldest Dog by BlueisCoool

Useful Article: Treating Dog Fever

It is nearly impossible to tell if a dog has fever without taking his temperature first. One of the best outer signs that your dog may not be feeling well nor has fever is lethargy, meaning that he is just lying around not wanting to play, drink or eat.

If your dog’s temperature is over 104 degrees, you will need to get him to the vet. If it is below 104 degrees, keep him cool and hydrated.

If you are taking the temperature with a mercury thermometer, you will need to leave it in approximately three to four minutes before reading it.

To read the thermometer, gently slide it out of the rectum and wipe the inserted end off with either a baby wipe or a dry tissue.

Have someone assist you in keeping your dog still. If he is not feeling well, he may be more prone to biting.

If you are taking his temperature with a mercury thermometer, you will have to shake the mercury down. If you are using an electronic thermometer, it should be ready to go.

After reading the thermometer, wipe it down with an alcohol pad or a germicide wipe to ensure that it is clean.

Slowly and gently lift your dog’s tail to insert the lubricated end of the thermometer right inside of his rectum.

writen by: Heidi Gonzales on eHow