Why Are We Still Euthanising Blocked Cats? (And What You Can Do About Tt — Even On a Budget). With Dr Corey Fisher. Bonus - Live at IVECCS

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If you’ve worked in vet practice for more than a minute, you’ve seen it:A cat comes in, blocked and in pain.You know the treatment.The owner hears the estimate.And just like that — a treatable case turns into a heartbreaking goodbye.

But what if there’s a better way?

In this eye-opening talk, Dr. Corey Fisher breaks down practical, evidence-based protocols for managing feline urethral obstruction (iUO) without breaking the bank.
He draws on peer-reviewed research and ongoing clinical trials to bust some myths about fluids, catheters, and cost.

Most importantly?
He’ll show you how to tailor treatment to the client’s budget while still delivering acceptable clinical outcomes.

What You'll Learn:

• Recurrence rates and euthanasia risk in feline urethral obstruction
• The surprising data behind 8-hour catheter protocols
• To flush or not to flush
• Hyperkalemia management: hold the insulin!
• Should you perform decompressive cystocentesis? The evidence says...
• The most cost-effective pain relief
• Fluid therapy without the fluff: shorter stays
• The meds we use that we shouldn’t
• The truth about urinalysis and prescription diets: essential or optional?

This isn’t just theory — it’s a mindset shift.Whether you're in a high-end clinic or resource-limited practice, you’ll walk away with real tools you can use today to improve care and protect your patients from unnecessary euthanasia.

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