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Mar 2021
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56. Why you should keep toothpicks in yo...

ASHLEY BOURGEOIS, DVM, DIP ACVD
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Just a plain ol' toothpick can tell you so much information! Using it to sample the claw fold in itchy pets can reveal sneaky bacteria or yeast that could be masking results of allergy medications. Review a simple method that can make a big difference in management of your itchy patients!

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