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A vet's recommendation for amputation surgery makes most of us panic. When it happens, we struggle to think on the spot. How do we know the best questions to ask about amputation surgery Don't worry, friends. We've done the thinking for you.
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Two Checklists of Questions to Ask About Amputation Surgery for Dogs and Cats
To calm your fears, just download our handy checklist "Questions to Ask My Vet About Amputation Surgery." This PDF is where you can start gathering the facts to decide if this recommendation is right for your dog or cat.
The Checklist About Amputation Surgery for Pet Parents
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A Checklist for Veterinarians to Discuss Amputation Surgery with a Client
Are you a veterinary professional? We've got your needs covered too! Here's a checklist of what and how to talk your clients about amputation surgery before, during, and after the procedure.
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This Checklist of The Best Amputation Surgery Questions for Dogs and Cats: Brought to You by the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Alliance (HSVMA)
This handy checklist is the result of an incredible honor we had in 2024. We presented to members of The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Alliance (HSVMA). Tripawds participated in an excellent veterinary pain management
webinar led by Dr. Tamara Grubb DVM, PhD, DACVAA.
- Learn about amputation pet pain with Dr. Grubb in our tripawd talk Episode #121, Help Your Tripawd Avoid Pain, with Vet Expert Dr. Tamara Grubb.
In the HSVMA webinar, we share the common concerns pet parents have about amputation surgery for cats and dogs. This webinar is called "Circle of Care: Amputation Pain Solutions & Home Recovery Insights for Amputee Pets & Their People." Join HSVMA to watch the full webinar. You can earn CE-credit if you are a veterinary professional.
HSVMA is allowing us to share our segment below. Enjoy!
Tripawds Top Tips About Amputation Surgery for Cats and Dogs
Get More Pet Amputation Surgery Help and Answers
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- For dogs: See the Tripawds Ebook Library
- For cats: See How to Help Your Three Legged Cat.
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