What To Do About Common Urinary Problems in Cats | petMD

Do you have a cat that doesn't always use the litter box?  Are you frustrated with your feline friend?  Click on the link below for some information that might be of help.

 

What To Do About Common Urinary Problems in Cats | petMD

Subcutaneous Fluids (SQ) for Dogs and Cats

Some clients find it easier to administer fluids at home versus bringing their pet in for frequent visits to the veterinary clinic.  Cats especially do not like car rides or going to the vet and giving fluids at home reduces their stress.  If you ever need to do this with your pet, this is a nice how to video.

Kaukauna Vet Celebrates National Veterinary Technician Week

Meet Our Techs!

LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIANS
Students in the veterinary technology program are taught the skills and procedures to effectively contribute to the health and well being of veterinary patients. Veterinary technicians, while always working under the supervision of a veterinarian, provide many services. Routine duties include restraint of animals, sample collection, nursing care (IV catheter placement, bandage application, medication administration, etc.), feeding of animals, record keeping, office procedures, and client education and communication. Other skills include administration of anesthesia, surgical nursing, radiographic procedures, dental prophylaxis, clinical pathology procedures and medication preparation.

After graduation, all of our technicians passed the Veterinary Technician National (or State) Exam. Receiving a passing score permits the use of the title of Certified or Licensed Veterinary Technician.

Diane, LVT Diane graduated from the Medical Institute of Minnesota in 1981 and  started working with us in 1982.		Tricia, LVT Tricia graduated from Madison Area Technical College in 1993 and started working with us in 1998.
Melinda, LVT Melinda graduated from the Medical Institute of Minnesota in 2001 and started working with us after graduation.		Reina, LVT Reina graduated from Globe University located in Minnesota in 2005 and started  working with us in 2009.
Anita, LVT Anita graduated from North Dakota State University in 1986 and started working with us in March of 2012.		Nicole, LVT Nicole started working at the clinic in 2011 as kennel staff while she attended Globe University in the veterinary technician program. She graduated in the fall of 2012.

 

LANA, LVT Lana graduated from Madison College in 2012 and started working for us May of 2013.

Kaukauna Vet Celebrates National Veterinary Technician Week

 

National Veterinary Technician Week
 October 13th-19th, 2013

            “Your Trusted Partner in Lifelong Care”

It was 21 years ago that the U.S. Congress voted to declare the third week of October, National Veterinary Technician Week (NVTW). With this act Veterinary Technicians, the preeminent pet nurses working in the treatment area of the veterinary hospital, were celebrated for the tireless work they perform as advocates for animals and caretakers for hospitalized pets. 

The week-long celebration, with sponsorship from the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA), Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Partners for Healthy Pets, and the Ontario (Canada) Association of Veterinary Technicians, seeks to elevate public awareness of the importance of the veterinary nursing staff. Veterinary Technicians work throughout animal clinics and hospitals providing nursing care, patient assessment, and surgical assistance. Additionally, veterinary technicians work as radiography technicians, dental hygienists, client communicators, educators, medical laboratory technicians, and often as hospital and practice managers.

This year’s theme for NVTW is: “Your Trusted Partner in Lifelong Care” as advocates for pet health Veterinary Technicians believe an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”  “The Credentialed Veterinary Technician is so much more than an assistant to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.” said Dennis Lopez, M.Ed., LVT, and 2013 President of  NAVTA. “The public is often uninformed about the importance of the veterinary nursing staff behind the scenes, working long shifts in the treatment rooms of animal clinics and hospitals. Our view at NAVTA is that the Veterinary Technician is an extension of the Doctor, performing many critical nursing tasks in support of patient care.” 

Following a series of legislative changes culminating in 2010, credentialed veterinary technicians (Certified, Registered, or Licensed), are now required to graduate with a minimum of a two-year Associate Degree, perform many hours of clinical externship, and pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) before being allowed to practice. “Credentialed technicians really are the equivalent of a human Registered Nurse,” stated Lopez. “They go through a science heavy education, learn and experience a wide variety of skills, and then have to pass a very difficult national board exam. However, unlike human medical professionals, the Veterinary Technician must learn the anatomy, disease process, patient care, and nursing skills to practice on 20 – 30 species. The education and ability to practice is very rigorous.” Most states require the Credentialed Veterinary Technician to maintain continuing education hours and to stay on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine. 

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America is a nonprofit organization that represents and promotes the profession of Veterinary Technology.  NAVTA provides direction, education, support and coordination for its members.  Incorporated in 1981, NAVTA is the national organization devoted exclusively to developing and enhancing the profession of veterinary technology. For more information about NAVTA, visit their website at www.navta.net .

Kaukauna Veterinary Clinic Observes National Pet Memorial Day

 

We too have lost

“Occasionally I’ll see a patient that reminds me of my old dog Gus.  It’s nice getting small reminders of an old friend that I had to say goodbye to many years ago.  It helps keep his memory alive.”  

Dr. Kurt Rossebo

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September 8, 2013 is National Pet Memorial Day. The holiday was originally created in 1972 by the International Association of Pet Cemeteries in recognition of the importance of remembering beloved lost pets.  The doctors and staff at Kaukauna Veterinary Clinic understand the strong bond our clients have with their pets and the grief associated with losing a beloved pet.  We thought we would share some ideas to help you remember your family member in a meaningful way.

The  International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association lists ways you can remember your pet.  They also have an online memorial where you may share stories of your cherished family member.  If you prefer a more local website, Forrest Run Pet Cremation Service and Memorial Tribute Center has a beautiful website with an obituary tribute section.  There you will also find many grief resources for dealing with pet loss.

 Another option is to honor the memory of your pets with others who have also experienced pet loss. The Fox Valley Humane Association is holding a Pet Memorial Service Sunday September 29^th at 2:00 pm. 

"I deal with clients' pet loss frequently, and it never gets easy.  It is the most difficult and gut wrenching part of our jobs.  After losing my own beloved companion, I had an even deeper appreciation for what a person goes through when they lose their pet.  Our furry little (and sometimes not so little) friends wiggle their way deep into our hearts because of their lovable nature and unconditional love.  This creates an incredibly strong bond.  My hope for people that have experienced the loss of their pet is that they are able to dwell on the many fond memories of their pet and let those memories bring them peace and comfort." Dr. Ronald Biese

 

 

We want to help you celebrate the life of your pet! 

 Feel free to share pictures and stories with us of your special memories.

 

 

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Trim Your Cat's Nails - Without The Stress

Summer Hazards and Your Cat

We are always warning pet owners about keeping their dogs safe during the warm weather, but what about cats?   Indoor cats need to be protected from the heat as well.  Click on the link below for some tips to keep your cat cool this summer.

AAHA Healthy Pet | Summer Hazards and Your Cat

Tell us how you keep your indoor pets comfortable during the summer?