Posted on July 05, 2021
Speaker: Elizabeth Thrift, BVSc (Hons) FANZCVS (small animal internal medicine) NSW V8427, Registered Australian Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine., Certified Fellow of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists, Northside Veterinary Specialists – Internal Medicine Department.
I love cats but they can be real jerks! The most common presenting complaints of cats are lethargy, inappetence and weight loss. The most vague of all the clinical signs! So how do we take the owner on a diagnostic and treatment journey and ensure they stay along for the ride?
In the words of George Bernard Shaw, “The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.” We will discuss some tips and tricks around effectively communicating some of the challenges in feline medicine as well as helping improve owner compliance with medications and treatment options.