The thought of your pet undergoing sedation or anesthesia can be stressful, but these techniques can be an important step in ...

Q: My dog’s teeth really need to be cleaned, but the thought of anesthesia scares me. How safe is it? Good for you for having your dog’s teeth cleaned! It’s so important for health and comfort. Back ...

A: Each veterinary hospital may answer this question differently. I believe veterinarians have a personal responsibility to keep your pet safe before, during, and after each procedure. In my practice, ...

Q: My dog needs to have her teeth cleaned under anesthesia, and I'm so nervous. Is it really safe? No anesthetic procedure, medication or even natural remedy can have a 100% guarantee of safety, but ...

Even in healthy pets, some risk is always involved when anesthetics are given. Potential problems range from very minor (slight decreases in body temperature or elevated blood pressure) to very ...

A Staffordshire terrier called Dobby has left the internet in stitches after a clip of her reaction to getting anesthesia at the veterinarians' went viral on social media. The post comes with a ...

Q: I am the owner of an 11-year-old golden retriever. At his annual exam, my veterinarian recommended that he have a full dental cleaning due to tartar buildup and progressing gum disease. I am ...