Training clinic program helps vets gain spay and neuter skills [Video]

AUGUSTA, Maine — To help address an overpopulation of pets and need for fixing surgeries, a recent training initiative is giving veterinarians hands-on experience to make an impact. 

“Spaying and neutering is the best approach to tackle pet overpopulation,” Dr. Elisabeth Sperry from the Maine Animal Health Alliance said.

On Saturday, Dr. Sperry and her team at the Maine Animal Health Alliance helped to host another wet lab clinic for vets. The day was also made possible thanks to funding through the Elmina B. Sewall Foundation out of Freeport.

Forty cats from two different Maine rescues were operated on alongside two trainers, using high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) techniques.

“If more vets feel confident in these methods, they might bring them to their own communities, helping more animals in need,” Dr. Sperry said.

“We’re using very small incisions, which helps with aftercare …