Articles by Milene Fozza
Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD): from idiopathic cystitis to urethral obstruction
FLUTD is one of the most common reasons cats are presented to the clinic. A practical guide to idiopathic cystitis, urolithiasis, the male urethral obstruction emergency and multimodal management with environmental enrichment (MEMO).
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Tick-borne diseases in dogs: ehrlichiosis and babesiosis in clinical practice
The canine tick fever complex — ehrlichiosis caused by Ehrlichia canis and babesiosis caused by Babesia spp. — remains among the most frequent challenges in small-animal clinical practice in Brazil. A practical guide to phases, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
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Canine Visceral Leishmaniasis: Clinical Signs, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention
A clinical, practical guide to canine visceral leishmaniasis: vector, clinical signs, diagnosis, LeishVet staging, treatment in Brazil and prevention. A responsible look at an endemic zoonosis.
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Compounded veterinary prescriptions: when to prescribe and how to formulate safely
Compounding solves problems the pharmaceutical industry doesn't cover: fine dose adjustment by weight, palatability and tailor-made dosage forms. See the real indications, the mandatory elements of a correct compounded prescription, the most common mistakes, and how to communicate with the compounding pharmacy to ensure safety.
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Canine cardiology in practice: murmur, cough, and when to investigate heart failure
A murmur heard during routine exam, a persistent cough, and suspected heart failure: a practical guide to help the clinician decide what is incidental, what deserves staging, and when to investigate canine heart disease in depth.
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Special Control Prescription in veterinary medicine: when to use it, requirements, and how to issue it correctly
The two-copy Special Control Prescription is required for several medicines under special control. Understand when it is needed, the mandatory data, validity, copy retention, and the role of digital prescribing with an ICP-Brasil signature.
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LGPD at the veterinary clinic: how to handle owner data and medical records securely
The LGPD applies to veterinary clinics too. Here is a practical guide to the data you collect, the legal bases that apply, owners' rights, and best practices to protect medical records and personal information — including when you use digital and AI tools.
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Digital signatures for veterinary prescriptions: types, certificates and how to set it up
ICP-Brasil, e-CPF, A1 or A3? See how digital signatures for veterinary prescriptions work, where to get a trustworthy certificate, and how to set it all up in AllEars.Vet to sign in seconds.
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Veterinary Clinic Management Software: The Complete 2026 Guide to Choosing One
Choosing veterinary clinic management software changed in 2026. See the essential features, how AI automates medical records and consultations, and a practical checklist to decide with confidence.
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Sarcoma in Cats: Types, Diagnosis and Injection-Site Sarcoma
Understand the main types of sarcoma in cats — with a focus on feline injection-site sarcoma (FISS) — and how to approach diagnosis, surgery and owner guidance.
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Pain Scales in Cats: How to Accurately Assess in Clinical Practice
Learn about the main validated pain scales for cats — UNESP-Botucatu, Glasgow CMPS-Feline and the Feline Grimace Scale — and how to apply them objectively in pre, intra and post-operative settings.
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Main Infectious Diseases in Cats: A Clinical Guide for Diagnosis and Management
A clinical guide to the main feline infectious diseases — FeLV, FIV, FIP, panleukopenia and the respiratory complex — covering clinical signs, diagnosis, prevention and guidance for owners.
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Digital Marketing for Veterinary Clinics: How to Attract and Retain Pet Owners
Having a great clinic isn't enough if nobody finds it. A well-structured digital marketing strategy can transform the visibility and growth of any veterinary clinic, even on a limited budget.
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AI in Veterinary Imaging Diagnosis: Precision and Agility in the Veterinarian's Hands
Computer vision algorithms can already detect fractures, pulmonary lesions, and dysplasias in radiographic images with accuracy comparable to specialists. Understand how this technology is reaching veterinary clinics.
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Veterinary Practice Management Software: How to Choose and Implement in 2026
Discover how veterinary practice management software can transform your clinic's routine: less paperwork, more productivity, and quality care. A complete guide with essential features, a solution comparison, and a step-by-step implementation walkthrough.
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