Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
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J. Am. Vet. Med. Assoc. · Apr 2009
Efficacy of oral rehydration therapy solutions containing sodium bicarbonate or sodium acetate for treatment of calves with naturally acquired diarrhea, moderate dehydration, and strong ion acidosis.
To determine and compare the effects of 4 oral replacement therapy (ORT) solutions on acid-base balance, abomasal emptying rate, and plasma volume expansion in calves with naturally acquired diarrhea and moderate dehydration. ⋯ Clinically important differences in the resuscitative response to 300 mmol/L or 150 mmol/L ORT solutions of sodium acetate or sodium bicarbonate were not identified.
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J. Am. Vet. Med. Assoc. · Apr 2009
Evaluation of owner attachment to dogs on the basis of whether owners are legally considered guardians of their pets.
To evaluate whether dog owners who are legally considered guardians are more attached to their dogs than those who are not. ⋯ Dog owners residing in a city where owners were legally designated as an owner/guardian were no more attached to their dog than those living in a city without such a designation. Although results did not indicate a negative impact of the term guardian, its use was not associated with an enhanced bond between owner and dog.