Clinical Studies

This study seeks to define the rate at which methylnaltrexone (MNTX) is metabolized in dogs following intravenous administration. Postoperative regurgitation is a common side effect of general anesthesia. The opioid-inhibiting effects of MNTX block the risk of opioid-related complications, without reducing pain control and pain management.

Xylitol is an artificial sweetener commonly found in sugar-free gum. Although safe for humans, xylitol is highly toxic to dogs. This study will compare the liver protective capacity of two veterinary liver protectant products in dogs suffering from xylitol toxicity.

A new veterinary device composed of collagen and elastin particles has been developed; it is delivered via intra-articular injection and helps protect cartilage from mechanical grinding. This study seeks to validate this device as a pre-surgical management tool for dogs with cruciate disease.

Naturally occurring cancers in dogs have been as used as models for human cancers for many reasons; however, the genomic profiles of many of these cancers are still incompletely understood. Further definition of these genomic landscapes will allow for improved development of novel diagnostics and therapeutics to diagnose and treat these cancers. The objective of this

This study aims to evaluate changes in a specific blood hormone that has previously been related to sepsis diagnosis in canine patients surgically treated for sepsis in the abdomen and in healthy dogs with intestinal obstructions that are being surgically removed. We are investigating possible novel markers for sepsis with the goal of developing new diagnostic tests.

This study aims to determine whether or not canine patients diagnosed with canine osteosarcoma (OSA) have intestinal dysbiosis and whether treating intestinal disease improves patient outcomes.