Dr. Vickie Swarowski

NOVEMBER WEBINAR WITH DR. VICKIE SWAROWSKI

November 9th

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM PST

Members: $10
Non-Members: $15

Join us for an educational evening with Dr. Vickie Swarowski as we discuss important health topics for Beauceron owners and breeders including:

Cardiac Health
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and other cardiac diseases, when echocardiograms and Holter monitoring are useful and what breeders should consider when screening their dogs.

Hip & Elbow Dysplasia
OFA and PennHIP evaluations, genetics versus environmental factors, how to interpret results and how exercise, growth, and development can affect orthopedic health.

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (Bloat/GDV)
Understanding GDV risk in Beaucerons, warning signs, prevention, feeding and exercise considerations and the pros/cons of prophylactic gastropexy.

Reproductive Health
Fertility, pyometra, pregnancy complications, neonatal loss and reproductive infections such as canine herpesvirus, with a focus on what breeders should know when managing the health of their breeding dogs and litters.

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Dr. Vickie Swarowski
Veterinarian

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Dr. Vickie Swarowski has been practicing veterinary medicine since 2008 and has a special interest in canine breeding practices, reproductive health and working alongside responsible breeders.

For more than 20 years, Dr. Vickie has been actively involved in breeding, working and showing dogs. Her experience includes working with several breeds, including Brussels Griffons, Russell Terrier, Lowchen, Briards and Pugs.

Her firsthand experience in the breeding and show world gives her an understanding of the questions, challenges and decisions breeders face throughout the lives of their dogs. She has a special interest in canine reproductive health, responsible breeding practices, preventative care, health testing and helping breeders make informed decisions for their breeding programs.

Dr. Swarowski enjoys developing lasting relationships with breeders and helping them navigate the many health decisions involved in a successful breeding program. Her approach combines veterinary knowledge with practical guidance that breeders can apply to their own dogs and breeding programs.

Her special areas of interest include reproductive health, PennHIP evaluations, preventative care, soft tissue surgery, and breeder support.