Blood Test May Help Predict Survival in Critically Ill Dogs
A retrospective study of 157 dogs found that a calculation from a routine blood count may help predict survival odds in …
Dog Coat and Body Region Affect Thermal Scan Readings
A prospective study of 33 healthy dogs found that coat length and body region significantly affect thermal imaging temperature readings, while left-right symmetry was generally preserved — meaning vets must account for coat type when interpreting scans.
Key Findings:
- Left-right symmetry was generally preserved in temperature readings.
- Body region and haircoat length significantly influenced surface-temperature measurements.
