In this pet care video we are going to learn how to give subcutaneous fluids to a cat. There are many reasons your veterinarian may prescribe sq fluids. The primary reason is to correct dehydration, which may be due to an acute illness or a chronic illness such as kidney failure. SQ fluids can be very effective in treating dehydration. This video is NOT meant to replace the advice of your regular vet.
Clear, simple, and informative!
Thanks Dr. Mike!
thank you for this …i am soooo scared ..lady at vet didnt really talk to me long… my cat has virus i hope and not complete kidney failure… i dont know what i will do… but thank you so much for showing me …i dont have a lot of money …i pray for everyone having to do this…
@teellbee That is an excellent point. Passing the fluid line through a simple warm bowl of water may help. There are warmers that can be used. Caution with microwaves as over heating bag can be dangerous. Ask your veterinarian how to warm fluids.
We do want our pets to be comfortable.
Thank you
I think this is a good training video; it’s concise and covers the most important, most needed information.
Personally, lthough I think it’s better to warm the fluids to ~almost~ body temperature – just barely feeling warm to the touch. Room temperature is only about 70 degrees F, and body temperature is nearer to 100 degrees F. Feeling cold fluid injected under the skin seemed to be unpleasantly surprising to the two CRF cats I’ve cared for in my home.