Accuracy and Confidence in Performing Canine Stifle Goniometry was Similar between Simulation-Model or Traditional Textbook Trained Veterinary Students.

Goniometry is an essential skill used in veterinary rehabilitation settings to monitor orthopedic conditions. Our objectives were to create a normal canine stifle goniometry model and to compare students' confidence and accuracy in performing goniometry with exposure to either the model or traditional teaching methods. We hypothesized that students would demonstrate goniometry skills more confidently and accurately after using a simulation model than those given traditional materials.

Cranial cruciate ligament disease is perceived to be prevalent and is misunderstood in field trial sport.

Objective: Cranial cruciate ligament disease (CCLD) is the most prevalent orthopedic problem in canines, affecting 3% to 5% of dogs, causing stifle instability, mobility dysfunction, and pain. The objective of this study was to evaluate the American Kennel Club field trial community's knowledge of CCLD and estimate its perceived prevalence within this population.

Sample: 401 field trial participants responded, with 701 field trial canines reported.

Heart Rate Changes Before, During, and After Treadmill Walking Exercise in Normal Dogs.

In dogs, changes in heart rate (HR) can reflect conditioning, fear, anticipation, and pain; however, these are not routinely assessed in veterinary rehabilitation patients. Knowing the expected HR changes during rehabilitation exercises can guide protocols and can optimize post-operative therapy. The primary objectives of the study were to assess HR in dogs undergoing treadmill exercise (TE) during the walk and to compare the three collection techniques of HR, namely, auscultation, a HR monitor (HR MONITOR), and a Holter monitor (HOLTER).