Equine Castration
Reasons for castration
Signalment
Interview
Physical Exam
Standing or Recumbent
Instruments
Anesthetic Drugs
Anesthetic Dosages
Anesthetic Administration
Surgical Prep
Surgery
Modified Open Technique
Recovery
Post Operative Care
What would you like to ask the owner?
How long have you owned the horse?
When was the horse last vaccinated and dewormed?
Has the horse had any previous surgery?
Did the horse have an inguinal or scrotal hernia at birth?
Are you planning on breeding the horse?
Has the horse had any lameness problems?
What do you feed the horse?
What has the horse eaten in the last 12 hours?
Does the horse still have his wolf teeth?
Does the horse yawn excessively?
Is the phase of the moon correct for gelding your horse at this time?
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