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Effect of buried knots on healing after dental extractions in cats

USER-ALT Emilia Klim and others, Stomavet Warszawa, Warsaw, Poland

Open extractions are the most common procedure in feline veterinary dentistry. The suturing method typically used is a simple interrupted pattern using absorbable monofilament suture. Knotless sutures could reduce postoperative complications but an interrupted buried knot technique can provide a viable alternative. The authors examined the effects of the latter technique on gingival wound healing in 40 cats undergoing dental extractions. In a prospective, randomised split-mouth study, the lesions created by extractions on the two sides of the mouth were closed with simple interrupted sutures with or without a buried knot. The buried knot method was associated with reduced inflammation, swelling, bleeding, ulceration, halitosis and pain.

Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery https:// doi. org / 10.1177 / 1098612X251314701

Management of rabbit haemorrhagic disease virus 2 infection in a rabbit

USER-ALT Albert Phouratsamay and others, National Veterinary School, Maisons-Alfort, France

Rabbit haemorrhagic disease is a highly infectious condition caused by two strains of rabbit haemorrhagic disease virus, known as classic variant RHDV and RHDV2. The pathogenicity of RHDV2 has increased over recent years and there is little published data on rabbits that have survived with appropriate medical management. The authors describe one such case in which an 8-monthold neutered male dwarf rabbit received supportive care and a transfer of convalescent plasma from a vaccinated rabbit. The patient recovered and was discharged after 6 days of hospitalisation. The authors state that convalescent plasma therapy is a relatively simple and affordable technique that should be considered in cases of RHDV2 infection.

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine https:// doi. org / 10.1053 / j. jepm. 2024.09.003

Risk factors for aggression towards humans in dogs

USER-ALT Helen Howell and others, University of Lincoln, UK

Dog bites are a cause of psychological as well as physical harm to humans and can cause significant economic costs. A high proportion of dog bites are reported to have occurred in the home or local neighbourhood by dogs that are known to the victim. The authors examined the characteristics of dog owners and their interactions with the dog as risk factors for human-directed aggression. Their findings suggest that the owner ' s age, socioeconomic status and personality may be risk factors for canine aggression. There is less evidence to support claims from earlier studies that owner involvement in criminal activity or living in a single-parent household are causes of aggressive behaviour in dogs. However, the study does provide strong evidence of a relationship between the use of physical punishment and / or confrontational training methods and an increased risk of dog bites.

Applied Animal Behaviour Science https:// doi. org / 10.1016 / j. applanim. 2025.106552

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