Yes, as veterinarians we consider vaccinations a necessary part of lifestyle. We have the education to know how to prevent disease....
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The brachycephalic breeds, such as Persians and Himalayans, which have more restricted airways due to their facial structure, could be considered a...
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Returning to normal entails more than just coming out of anesthesia....
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Core vaccinations are those that all dogs should have during puppyhood and adulthood....
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Mitigating risks and side effects involves having a complete health exam on your cat, conducting pre-anesthetic blood work to check organ function,...
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After an anesthetic procedure, it's important not to let your cat go immediately back into their home, especially if there may be other pets or sma...
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Yes, senior dogs still do need to be immunized....
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Yes, it is possible that your cat could die from general anesthesia, although it's a very minor risk if all precautions are taken....
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Signs to watch for include profound lethargy, lack of interest in food, labored breathing, or coughing....
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Safety is paramount when your cat is under general anesthesia....
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Anesthesia involves taking your cat from consciousness to unconsciousness in a controlled way, often with an endotracheal tube to control the depth...
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The duration of anesthesia depends on what we need to accomplish....
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Yes, we require blood work to be done before administering anesthesia....
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Some of the risks of anesthesia include hypothermia, complications with controlling airways, coughing due to interference with the trachea, risk of...
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The most common types of anesthesia used for cats are injectable types. We often use drugs such as ketamine and alfaxalone....
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Preparation starts at home....
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A responsible veterinarian will make sure that you understand there are risks when a cat goes into general anesthesia....
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The most common procedures involving general anesthesia for cats include a complete oral health assessment and treatment, dental cleaning, and spay...
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Aftercare instructions will be provided both verbally and in written form when you're here, as it's crucial that you know what to do when you take ...
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One of the things that you should do before your cat's surgery is to prepare them and their environment....