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Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association 42:401-406 (2006)
© 2006 American Animal Hospital Association

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Care and Use of Feeding Tubes in Dogs and Cats

Ann Wortinger, LVT, VTS (ECC)

From the Veterinary Technology Program, Wayne State University, 540 East Canfield, Detroit, Michigan 48202.

Feeding tubes are an accepted way of providing nutritional support for animals unable or unwilling to consume adequate calories on their own. This article provides information on the indications for the use of feeding tubes in small animals, the types of tubes available, and ways to initiate nutritional support once the tubes are in place. The pros and cons of the various tubes are discussed, as well as potential complications.






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