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Updates on Spay/Neuter Recommendations

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n this session: The World Small Animal Veterinary Association published Reproduction Control Guidelines in 2024. These guidelines included decision-making recommendations for reproduction control in dogs and cats that differ from the traditional recommendation to prepubertally spay/neuter. Michelle Anne Kutzler, BVS, DVM, PhD, MBA, focuses on the decision-making recommendations in light of the most current research related to some of the long-term adverse health effects of gonad removal.

Small Animal

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Safe Sedation and Anesthesia of Patients with Cardiac Disease

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n this session: Patients with cardiac disease present unique sedation and anesthesia challenges. Kris Kruse-Elliott, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVAA, discusses the peri-anesthetic considerations that are useful in developing a sedation and general anesthesia plan.  She also addresses planning and patient preparation from pre-hospital admission through discharge to home.

A primer on advanced laparoscopy in small animals

Comparable or superior outcomes to the open approach, positive owner perception, and the familiarity and accessibility of equipment have expanded the use of laparoscopy. It is important for the veterinary community to be familiar with these advanced applications to allow for appropriate patient referrals.

Practice Management