Biology Reference
In-Depth Information
Chapter 10
Common Surgical
Procedures
There are a few elective surgeries that you will consider during the first
year of your cat's life. These are routine procedures that are performed
at a veterinary clinic. Any surgical procedure involves some risks and
anesthesia, but experienced veterinarians and modern drugs decrease
the potential for problems.
Many cat owners look for deals on the price for these procedures,
and prices can vary greatly. Keep in mind that to use good anesthesia
and other drugs, monitor the patient adequately and perform the pro-
cedure in a sterile and painstaking manner does involve expense.When
prices are low, corners need to be cut somewhere.
TELL ME ABOUT DECLAWING
In veterinary medicine, declawing cats is a controversial issue. Declawing
is a surgical procedure that permanently removes the last joint of each
toe, including the claw. Scratching is a normal cat behavior, and some
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