Ear veins

Discussion in 'Feline Health - (Welcome & Main Forum)' started by Felix and Ron, Mar 4, 2018.

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  1. Felix and Ron

    Felix and Ron Member

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    It seems that Felix's ear veins have all but become impossible to draw blood from. Anyone have ideas?
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    Felix and Ron, Mar 4, 2018
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  2. Kris & Teasel

    Kris & Teasel Well-Known Member

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    Have you tried warming his ears well first? Are you using a lancet that's thick enough (26-28 gauge instead of 31-33 gauge)? Are you aiming for the small area between the larger vein and the edge of the ear? - should be easy to see on a white kitty. Your SS ends mid 2017. Have you stopped testing since then? Maybe his ears have to be reminded how to bleed.
     
    Kris & Teasel, Mar 4, 2018
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