West Georgia Spay Neuter Clinic

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Surgery Candidate Protocols

We have composed a list of situations where surgery might NOT be ideal for a pet and should be discussed prior to surgery. The following are considered situational and case by case for each patient and should be discussed with surgical staff:

Any coughing, sneezing, vomiting or diarrhea in the last 2 weeks

Ocular or nasal discharge

Any litter mates or pets in the home with extreme illness or sudden death

Any recent hospitalizations or vet visits other than wellness

Severe flea infestation or parasites where anemia could be an issue

Current or chronic skin issues

Chronic upper respiratory infections or wheezing

Any abnormal, heavy, or prolonged heat cycles

Any known diagnosis of medical condition should be discussed to avoid anesthetic or drug interaction issues (example: thyroid disease, anxiety, Cushings)

he pet's age and body condition score will also be evaluated (overweight or emaciated pets are not considered good surgery candidates)

Please inform staff of any medication given in the last 2 months outside of flea/heartworm prevention

The following are NOT surgical candidates and surgery should be rescheduled for a later date or performed at your RDVM:

Heartworm positive/Coughing due to heartworm disease

Obese

At an unhealthy low weight

Any dog currently receiving heartworm treatment (this includes slow kill or adulticide treatment) - this increases risks of pulmonary emboli. Surgery should only be done with a negative heartworm test post treatment.

Any pet with a history of seizures should have surgery at a full-service clinic, as we have limited drug protocols

Heart Murmurs - Any pet with a heart murmur should have surgery at a full service clinic, as we have limited drug protocols

Any pet with recent toxin ingestion or hit by car

At an unhealthy low weight

No female dog that is actively lactating

Any pet with SEVERE dental disease

Any pet that has had any type of antibiotic should have completed last dose 2 weeks prior to surgery

*Ultimately surgery is at the Veterinarian's discretion - There will be a $25.00 intake exam fee if your pet is declined for any medical reasons.*

Surgery Candidate Protocol

Setting the Example in Animal Welfare

100k+

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Surgery Candidate Protocols

The following are NOT surgical candidates and surgery should be rescheduled for a later date or performed at your RDVM:

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