An Analysis of the Quality of Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease Information Available on the Internet

Taggart, Ryan; Wardlaw, Jennifer L.; Horstman, Christopher L.; Mason, David R.; Sidaway, Brian; Havas, Karyn A.

doi:10.1111/j.1532-950x.2010.00660.x

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“…However, the Internet is an extensive resource and thus there is the risk for pet owners to access inaccurate and unreliable information, potentially influencing pet health and veterinarian–client relationships (4, 5). This has been previously demonstrated, as Taggart et al (6) evaluated 44 website related to canine cruciate ligament disease and found that the quality of website contents varied and was influenced by both terminology used and if the website was authored by a veterinarian. In addition, Hofmeister et al (3) reviewed websites relating to anesthesia in dogs and found that these were generally found to be incomplete and even potentially misleading in relation to stated risks relating to specific breeds.…”

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“…Veterinarians highlighted the concern for pet owners as only 7% of veterinarians thought that between 60 and 100% of clients understand what they read online. Previous studies have found that online pet health information can lack accuracy and completeness (3, 6, 7). This may be further complicated through client search strategies, as veterinarians may use and/or suggest specific reliable pet health websites in mind whereas clients may simply search through search engines and pick sites with minimal additional information.…”

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United Kingdom Veterinarians’ Perceptions of Clients’ Internet Use and the Perceived Impact on the Client–Vet Relationship

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The Internet is a commonly used resource for accessing health information. Despite the Internet’s popularity in the human health field, little is known about the Internet’s impact on veterinarians, their clients, and the veterinarian–client relationship. The aim of this study was to investigate the perception of veterinarians from the United Kingdom of clients’ use of the Internet and the perceived impact on pet health and the veterinarian–client relationship. A survey was distributed between January 4 and March 3, 2017, via an online link. In total, 100 veterinarians completed the survey. This study found that most UK veterinarians feel their clients access the Internet to find pet health information, yet often do not understand what they read online. Importantly, 40% of veterinarians stated that the Internet has a negative impact on companion animal health. This small-scale study found mixed opinions regarding veterinarians’ perceptions of their clients’ use of the Internet and the potential impact it has on the client–veterinarian relationship. Research on clients’ actual use of the Internet and their associated perceptions is a next logical step.

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“…A common recommendation from these studies has been an increase in accurate online veterinary health information presented at lower reading levels, since much of the information presented at a reading level that impedes many owners from being able to understand the material 8,21,22 .…”

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The Internet and Pet Health Information: Perceptions and Behaviors of Pet Owners and Veterinarians

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IJVM

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Introduction: The current study assesses the online search behavior of pet owners for pet health information and the perception of clients' internet use by their veterinarians.Materials and methods: A random sample of veterinary clinics was selected from two metropolitan US areas. Results and Conclusions: The majority of clients reported using the internet for pet health information with positive results. Veterinarians expressed concern over clients' ability to understand medical information and the potential negative impact of misleading information. Recommendations pertaining to the growing presence of the internet and its impact to the field of veterinary medicine are offered.

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“…Kogan et al found similar findings for US pet owners and highlighted the importance of accurate, complete and transparent online pet health information. Previous studies that reviewed canine health websites, focusing on specific canine‐related health websites, have emphasised similar concerns . Website security and privacy settings are important aspects to consider for both pet owners and veterinary staff .…”

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“…Previous studies that reviewed canine health websites, focusing on specific canine-related health websites, have emphasised similar concerns. [12][13][14] Website security and privacy settings are important aspects to consider for both pet owners and veterinary staff. 15 Yet, even when websites are secure, current, unbiased and accurate, there is still a risk for misinterpretations by the user.…”

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A pilot study of Australian pet owners who engage in social media and their use, experience and views of online pet health information

Kogan

Hazel

Oxley³

2019

Aust Veterinary J

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Objective The aim of this study was to gain a better understanding of Australian pet owners' use of the internet for pet health; how trustworthy they rate various pet health information sources and the use of online information in subsequent veterinary consultations. Method An anonymous questionnaire was developed, consisting of 30 questions, and distributed between March 2018 and May 2018 using convenience sampling through social media venues including Facebook and Twitter. All respondents were over the age of 18, lived in Australia and owned a pet animal. Results A total of 228 responses were received. The most common sources of pet health information were veterinarians (88.2%) and internet websites (81.1%). Most respondents reported using the internet ‘many times per day’ at either home or work. The majority of respondents used the internet to seek pet health information either ‘not weekly but at least once a month’ or ‘less than once a month’. Nearly half of the respondents stated that they only ‘sometimes’ discuss their online findings with their veterinarian. Approximately one half of respondents agreed with the statement that online pet health information had affected their decision about whether to take their pet to the veterinarian. Conclusion This study assesses how pet owners use the internet for pet health information and the role veterinarians can play in helping to facilitate these searches with tools such as information prescriptions. Further large‐scale research is needed to help further understand this increasingly important aspect of pet health.

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An Analysis of the Quality of Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease Information Available on the Internet

Abstract: CCL disease information on the Internet is of variable quality and can be misleading.

Cited by 18 publications

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United Kingdom Veterinarians’ Perceptions of Clients’ Internet Use and the Perceived Impact on the Client–Vet Relationship

United Kingdom Veterinarians’ Perceptions of Clients’ Internet Use and the Perceived Impact on the Client–Vet Relationship

The Internet and Pet Health Information: Perceptions and Behaviors of Pet Owners and Veterinarians

A pilot study of Australian pet owners who engage in social media and their use, experience and views of online pet health information

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