This session features a comprehensive discussion on acute and chronic management strategies for feline constipation. Techniques including the use of polyethylene glycol (PEG 3350) administered at a constant rate infusion via nasoesophageal tube in the acutely obstipated patient are shared. Additionally, you will learn how the use of fiber and diet therapy can help with chronic management and prevention.

Speaker Bio

Dr. Ashlie Saffire, DVM, DABVP (Feline)

Dr. Ashlie Saffire is a graduate of The Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine and is board certified in feline practice by the ABVP. She is a published author,serves on the Board of Directors for the AAFP, and is a tutor for the University of Sydney’s Feline Medicine Distance Education Course. She is both Fear Free and Cat Friendly Certified. As an invited speaker, Dr. Saffire hopes to share her clinical experience and expertise in feline medicine with the veterinary profession.

RACE Credits 

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This program 20-947419 is approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 1.00 CE Credits (1.00 max) being available to any one veterinarian: and/or 1.00 Veterinary Technician CE Credits (1.00 max). This RACE approval is for the subject matter categorie(s) of: Medical using the delivery method(s) of: Non-Interactive Distance. This approval is valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board's CE requirements.