Acknowledgements

I would like to thank the surgical team at the Veterinary Specialist Group for allowing me to be involved in Tessa’s surgical procedure and general care before and after the surgery. Also for providing me with the clinical notes as I was able to use them complete my case report.

I would also like to thank the team at Blockhouse Bay Veterinary Centre for providing me with written material which helped with writing my appendix. Also for proof reading my report and giving constructive criticism which I was able to use to enhance the quality of my report.