balance). Sometimes the veterinarian will also call in a veterinarian technician to assist, especially of the animal is going to need an emergency surgery. The veterinarian and the tech juggle the responsibilities of monitoring vitals, placing catheters, taking x-rays, cleaning the wounds, taking blood samples, shaving the animals if needed, handling surgical equipment, giving injections, applying the cast/ bandages, giving fluids and updating the charts (the balance). Post op the animal is usually stays at the clinic so the veterinarian and tech can keep an eye on the patient and look for signs of infection or worsting symptoms for about 3 to 4 days. During this time the veterinarian has also giving the animal a certain dosage and medication
