FAQ: How hot is the environment for my dog?

Environmental temperatures that exceed the thermoneutral zone (TNZ) of dogs are considered hot. When we talk of TNZ, this is the temperature range wherein a dog produces heat (to keep warm when it's cold) and loses heat (to keep cold when it's hot) at an equal rate. To determine the…

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NLR Biomarker

NLR stands for neutophil-to-lymphocyte ratio. Facts about NLR: A cheap biomarker for systemic inflammation. Does not distinguish if inflammation is septic or nonseptic. Current studies involve only dogs. Systemic inflammation persists if NLR is >6. Can help diagnose for Atopic Dermatitis (AD). REFERENCES J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2018 Nov/Dec;54(6):351-359.…

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