Yes, dogs are closely monitored during anesthesia. First, they are given sedation medications, followed by an induction into anesthesia....
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If your dog is having a dental procedure, x-rays are necessary....
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While anesthesia-free dental procedures do exist, they are generally discouraged because they can be stressful and potentially harmful to your pet....
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During a dental exam, a veterinarian looks for several things such as tartar buildup on the teeth, gingivitis (redness or bleeding in the gums), vi...
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Yes, your dog may need extractions during the dental procedure if the veterinarian finds problematic or painful teeth....
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Pain medications are prescribed to ensure your dog's comfort following any extractions or surgical procedures in the mouth....
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A healthy dog mouth has clean white teeth, calm pink gums without cuts or irritated areas, and relatively mild breath....
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It is generally recommended to have a dental exam for your dog every 6 to 12 months as part of their regular physical....
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Typically, the dental appointment will require your dog to stay at the facility for most of the day since the procedure is done under anesthesia....
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Interpreting signs of pain in dogs can be challenging; however, some common symptoms include rubbing their face with their paws, rubbing their face...
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Definitely. Pain medications are given as part of the anesthesia protocol before the extractions are performed....
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At home, you can help minimize the need for dental cleanings by brushing your dog's teeth and using products such as rinses and water additives....
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Yes, all dentistry patients receive full mouth dental x-rays....
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No, there is no specific cat breed that is more likely to have a cat vaccine reaction....
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There are FDA approved pain relievers for cats, such as Onseer, which is available by prescription....
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Cat vaccinations are a medical procedure, and vaccine reactions can happen, although they are rare.
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Yes, cats are extremely sensitive creatures with more sensitivities to medications than humans....
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Giving medications to cats can be challenging....
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Yes, in very rare situations, there are injection site sarcomas that have been linked to vaccinations....
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No, do not give any over-the-counter pain relievers or anti-inflammatories to your cat....