Handled
subcutaneous fluid administration, X-ray and development.
Subcutaneous fluid administration is easy to do; your veterinarian can teach you how to give fluids at home.
Intermittent
subcutaneous fluid administration replenishes lost fluids.
Most pet owners learn to master
subcutaneous fluid administration with a little instruction.
We can also save you a trip to the vet by offering services such as
subcutaneous fluid administration, medication administration, anal gland expression, nail trims, ear cleaning and more.
Subcutaneous fluid administration is used for many disease conditions, including cases of mild vomiting and diarrhea or mild dehydration, or to support kidney function in animals with chronic kidney disease.
LVT's also see appointments for nail trims, anal gland expression, and
subcutaneous fluid administration.
For
subcutaneous fluid administration, the line will either be closed (when not in use) or all the way open (when fluids are given).
Cats with renal insufficiency can sometimes be maintained with
subcutaneous fluid administration performed in our office or at home.
Not exact matches
You may also have to bring your cat to the veterinary hospital regularly for
administration of
fluids under the skin (
subcutaneous fluids), or you could opt to do this at home.
Fortunately, dehydration as an isolated condition can almost always be corrected by
administration of intravenous or
subcutaneous fluids.
Treatment: The most effective treatment for wet tail in hamsters includes
administration of antibiotics, as well as
subcutaneous fluids.
Once in our care, Gunner began treatment for his kidney issues, including daily
administration of
subcutaneous fluids to hydrate him and help restore kidney function.
It is vital that CKD cats get sufficient
fluids, either through consumption, or by
administration (intravenous or
subcutaneous), to stay hydrated.