Vet Dx Caravan 2026 – Laguna (Enzolian Veterinary Enterprises, Inc.)
An evening where science meets strategy and better veterinary decisions begin. Join us for an exclusive learning session featuring three respected veterinary leaders as we tackle what truly matters in modern companion animal practice: 🔬 Vector-Borne Diseases in Dogs: Why Speed Matters 🔍 Insights on Clinical Prevention of Parasites — Dr. Ross Antonio Banayo, DVM […]
Ear Mites in Cats: What’s Changed, What Hasn’t, and How We Should Be Treating Them Today
Ear mites are often treated as an entry-level problem in feline practice. They are common, contagious, and theoretically easy to eliminate. Yet despite decades of familiarity, ear mites continue to cause recurrent otitis, partial treatment responses, and long-standing frustration for veterinarians and cat owners alike. Not because Otodectes cynotis has evolved into something new — […]
Advice to Young Veterinarians: Lessons I Learned Early
I was blessed to come from a family of veterinarians. My aunt, who is also a vet, became my first mentor. Being part of a family clan of vets meant that my foundation in this profession was built not just in school, but in the clinic, surrounded by people who lived and breathed veterinary medicine. […]
When to Retest Heartworm-Positive Dogs Using the Slow-Kill Method
In the Philippines, the unavailability of melarsomine has forced many veterinarians to rely on the slow-kill method for managing canine heartworm disease. This approach typically involves monthly administration of a macrocyclic lactone, most commonly Heartgard, sometimes combined with doxycycline. Because this protocol does not rapidly eliminate adult heartworms, one of the most common clinical questions […]
Do Parvo-Positive Puppies Need a Negative Test Before Discharge?
One of the most common concerns raised by pet owners—and even among veterinary teams—is this: “If the parvo test is still positive, is it safe to send the puppy home? Won’t it continue spreading the virus at home?” This concern is valid. But the answer depends on understanding what the test detects, how parvovirus behaves, […]
The Giardia Antigen Test Explained
Giardia is one of the most commonly tested intestinal parasites in dogs—and also one of the most confusing for both pet owners and veterinarians. A frequent question comes up in practice: “What exactly does the Giardia antigen test detect, and why does my patient keep testing positive?” Let’s break it down clearly. What Does the […]