The Cat Friendly Veterinary Environment: Setting Up for Success
Cats are territorial by nature, preferring
to remain within their defined safe space if possible. A trip to the veterinary hospital not only
removes them from that territory, but exposes them to numerous threats. This
seminar will examine the cat’s feelings during this experience and explore the
many small but pivotal changes we can make that will improve the overall visit
for the cat, caregiver, and veterinary team.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this session, the participant will:
• Understand the veterinary experience from the
cat’s viewpoint.
• Learn how we can adapt the veterinary
environment to improve the cat’s experience.
• Explore creative ways to adapt the veterinary
environment without breaking the bank.
SPEAKER
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Kelly St. Denis, DVM, MSc, DABVP (Feline) Dr. St. Denis is a practicing feline specialist, author, and international speaker. In her early career she trained in molecular biology and immunology, working in the field of cancer research. She has co-authored a number of practice guidelines including the recent 2022 AAFP/ISFM Cat Friendly Interactions and the 2022 AAFP/ISFM Cat Friendly Veterinary Environment Guidelines. Dr. St. Denis is medical co-editor of the AAFP Feline Practitioner Magazine with Dr. Jessica Quimby and has recently joined Drs. Margie Scherk and Andy Sparkes as a co-editor of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. |
This course has been certified by or provided by the following Certified Organization/s:
• AAVSB-Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) - 1.00 Hours
• New York State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners - 1.00 Hours
