​Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) was once considered fatal in cats. Recent advancements have introduced remdesivir as a promising treatment. This article explores remdesivir's efficacy, administration protocols, and its role in transforming FIP management in feline patients.

The "Antibiotic Prescribing Detailed Guidelines (2nd Edition)" provides veterinarians with comprehensive recommendations for responsible antibiotic use in animals. It emphasises the importance of accurate diagnosis, appropriate antibiotic selection, and adherence to treatment protocols to combat antimicrobial resistance and ensure effective patient care.

Intrinsic resistance is the natural, predictable insensitivity of certain bacteria to specific antibiotics. Recognising these patterns helps guide effective initial therapy and supports antimicrobial stewardship in veterinary practice.

Copper hepatopathy is an inherited liver disease in certain dog breeds, marked by excess copper accumulation. Early diagnosis and management with diet and chelation therapy are key to reducing liver damage and improving long-term outcomes.

Antibiotic use in veterinary medicine is often misunderstood, with myths leading to misuse and growing resistance. Clear, evidence-based guidance helps ensure treatments support the immune system, reduce unnecessary use, and protect animal and public health.

The Tasmanian devil, a vital top-order predator, faces severe decline due to Devil Facial Tumour Disease. Conservation efforts, including monitoring and vaccine research, aim to protect the species and stabilise its population in the wild.

The critically endangered Orange-bellied Parrot breeds in Tasmania and migrates to mainland Australia. Moonlit Sanctuary Conservation Park has bred over 300 of these parrots, releasing more than 150 into the wild, contributing to population recovery efforts.

The chuditch, or Western Quoll, is WA’s largest carnivorous marsupial, now vulnerable and limited to the southwest. Identified by white spots and a black tail, it faces threats from predators and habitat loss, with conservation efforts underway.

​Dugongs, unique herbivorous marine mammals found in Australia's coastal waters, serve as indicators of seagrass ecosystem health. Their decline, primarily due to habitat loss, underscores the need for seagrass conservation to support marine biodiversity and fisheries.

​Gilbert's Potoroo, Australia's rarest mammal, relies on native truffle-like fungi for most of its diet. With only 100-120 individuals left, threats like habitat loss and predators have led to critical endangerment. Conservation efforts focus on habitat protection and population recovery.

The malleefowl, a vulnerable Australian bird, constructs large incubation mounds for its eggs. Threatened by habitat loss and predators, its population is estimated at 25,000 breeding adults. Conservation efforts focus on habitat protection, predator control, and translocation projects to reintroduce the species to former habitats.

Accurate bacterial culture and susceptibility testing are vital for effective antimicrobial therapy in veterinary medicine. They enable precise pathogen identification and guide appropriate antibiotic selection, minimising resistance development and enhancing treatment outcomes.

The 2019 ISCAID guidelines provide updated recommendations for diagnosing and managing bacterial urinary tract infections in dogs and cats, covering sporadic and recurrent cystitis, pyelonephritis, prostatitis, and subclinical bacteriuria, emphasizing antimicrobial stewardship.

The 2024 WSAVA Vaccination Guidelines offer updated, evidence-based recommendations for vaccinating dogs and cats, focusing on core vaccines, maternally derived antibodies, shelter protocols, and managing adverse events to support global veterinary care.

Urinalysis is a key veterinary tool for assessing kidney function, urinary tract health, and systemic disease. Accurate results depend on proper sample collection and handling, aiding early detection and treatment of a wide range of conditions.