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Communicate clearly to client to limit confusion, ensuring everythings recorded.

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Same as above

Potentially broach subject of rehoming and resources you could provide her (likely stay away from topic unless case severe/QOL low)

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What does section 2 of the COPC say that might be relevant?

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What does section 2 of the COPC say that might be relevant?

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be open and honest with client about realistic outcome (potential PTS if unable to treat/sign over)

provide appropriate information to clients including costs of service and medication

ensure there are in depths notes about the case and situation for legal reasons

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The section 8 of the code of conduct states that no veterinary surgeon is obliged to kill a healthy animal unless required to do so under statutory powers as part of the condition of employment. A veterinary surgeon can do an assessment on the animals to see if it is justified to put the animal to sleep.

We both feel this is unethical as the dog has not been deemed as a danger to others just a little but grumpy with other dogs which many other healthy dogs struggle with. The dog has no health concerns so we believe it is unethical for a pts.

The options are:

Get professional help (behavioural)

Rehome the dog

We would advice to give the dog a chance of living with you and see how you both get along if this does not work then we would suggest rehoming the dog.

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How do you feel about it?

very common, used a lot as first pets for children.

what are the options?

Check for a microchip, calling a rescue centre.

What can we do?

Same as above.

section 14?

If there is no client consent but the animal welfare is compromised, we can report relevant information to the appropriate authorities.

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How do you feel?

Stressed! Accusing somebody of abuse is risky and has a heavy impact to both client and staff. Worried for the animal's welfare, as well as worry for your own reputation if you are wrong.

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What can we do for this patient and client?

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What can we do for this patient and client?

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provide advice and options whilst remaining professional and impartial

provide first aid/ emergency care for the patient

tell the owner to monitor urination if they take the cat home. tell them to come back if cat is unable to pass.

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Offer to write it all down clearly/have a chart on the fridge.

Discuss alternate treatments that may mean less work for client.

Could bring the dog in to the practice on a schedule to ensure it receives the medication.

Advise to get help from someone she trusts e.g. family, friend, who could help keep up to date on med administration

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Section 14 - accept people's rights to accept or decline medical treatment. An owner may decline treatment for many reasons, but if this causes the animal to suffer this could constitute as abuse. Follow appropriate guidance and legislation to ascertain whether neglecting to treat is abuse.

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duty to help the animal, but feel it may cause backlash if wrong.

have that conversation to understand what is happening or why.

try and book regular vet visits to monitor and see if there is any chance or improvement.

consult with other members of staff and you can involve a charity like RSPCA if you feel is needed.

having to tread carefully as this is a sensitive topic and you have to be 100% sure to ensure it is handled correctly.

the effect on the animal- if taken off the owner would they be able to be re homed or would it result in PTS due to this or due to them being a certain breed.

have to follow the acts protocol if owners isn't willing to comply or be open.

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Mixed feelings - working background would be ok but only half have been reserved for this

No age specified

How much is being docked?

Medical reasons are acceptable for future

Dock the full litter

Dock half the litter than have been reserved

Don’t dock at all

If working puppies and not docked can have implications in the future - can cause pain

If being docked but not working then will go through the surgery for no reason

27.6. The removal of the whole or part of a dogs tail amounts to the practice of veterinary surgery and therefore can as a general rule only be carried out by a veterinary surgeon.

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worried for the patient

guilty if you were to let that cat go home

money struggles are a common thing

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Wider implications - if you do too little, abuse may continue/ worsen. If you report them and are wrong about the abuse, they could sue/take action due to damage of reputation. Stress of being investigated for animal cruelty could lead to decline in mental health for owner, especially if not guilty. Animal may be confiscated. If a banned breed, confiscation will lead to euthanasia as they cannot be rehomed.

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Sad to see that the situation has got to a point where the dogs health is now declining when it feels like it could have been easily prevented. Feel sorry for the owner as its not her fault she's confused. Conflicted.

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start a fundraiser

charities/rescues (RSPCA, PDSA)

sign the cat over

let them take the cat home for cage rest (not ideal)

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If you feel it's severe enough, contact RSPCA. otherwise, try to educate owner, consult with colleagues for other opinions.

Provide resources to the owner if they are struggling or ignorant of the potential abuse.

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Suspected Animal Abuse - What Would You Do?

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Suspected Animal Abuse - What Would You Do?

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have a conversation - communicate w/ the client & ascertain backstory/understand why it happened. Can it be fixed through education?

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contacting charities/rescues, advise and information

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unfortunately very common , mainly used a first pets for children. “easy to care for”

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How do you feel about this?

What would you do?

What can we actually do?

What wider implications does this situation have?

What does section 14 of the code of conduct say?

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How do you feel about it?

What are the options?

What can we do?

What does section 14 of the code of conduct say regarding client confidentiality and addressing suspected neglect?

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How do you feel about it?

What are the options?

How can we support the client and patient?

What does section 11 of the code of conduct say?

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How do you feel about it?

What are the options?

What are the implications for both the client and puppies?

What does section 27 of the code of conduct say?

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How do you feel about this?

What options are there?

What can we do for this patient and client?

What does section 2 of the code of conduct say that might be relevant?

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What does section 8 of the code of conduct say?

How do you each feel about it?

What are the options?

What advice would you give?