Send us a textGet ready to uncover the remarkably transformative world of veterinary anesthesia and analgesia, as we navigate through a ground-breaking clinical trial that has the potential to change the lives of anxious and aggressive dogs. Our special guest, Renata Costa from Murdoch University, Australia, sheds light on her innovative research involving gabapentin, melatonin and acepromazine. This study has opened up new doors in the realm of veterinary medicine, demonstrating remarkable success in reducing stress in over 90% of dogs during hospital visits. As we journey through this fascinating exploration, we also touch upon the vital role of clear communication and client compliance in administering these life-altering medications.Moving forward, we venture into the intricacies of the GMA protocol, an essential discussion for veterinarians and pet owners with anxious dogs. The conversation spotlights the importance of patient-specific sedation and the various implications of the prescribed drugs. We discuss not only the benefits of these protocols but also their limitations and side effects, offering a comprehensive understanding of this complex subject. The conversation evolves to focus on the hospital visit experience, managing expectations and the pivotal role of mentors and parents in nurturing motivation and resilience. An episode guaranteed to enrich your knowledge in the realm of veterinary medicine, make sure you tune in.Full article: Gabapentin, melatonin, and acepromazine combination prior to hospital visits decreased stress scores in aggressive and anxious dogs in a prospective clinical trial in: Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association - Ahead of print (avma.org)INTERESTED IN SUBMITTING YOUR MANUSCRIPT TO JAVMA ® OR AJVR ® ? JAVMA ® : https://avma.org/JAVMAAuthors AJVR ® : https://avma.org/AJVRAuthorsFOLLOW US:JAVMA ® : Facebook: Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association - JAVMA | Facebook Instagram: JAVMA (@avma_javma) • Instagram photos and videos Twitter: JAVMA (@AVMAJAVMA) / Twitter AJVR ® : Facebook: American Journal of Veterinary Research - AJVR | Facebook Instagram: AJVR (@ajvroa) • Instagram photos and videos Twitter: AJVR (@AJVROA) / Twitter JAVMA ® and AJVR ® LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/avma-journals

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