For many pet owners, the mere thought of putting their pet under anesthesia paralyzes them with fear. "Uniformly, people are concerned their pet is going to die," says Dr. Heidi Shafford of Veterinary ...

From pre-anesthetic evaluations to post-surgery care, veterinary teams follow established resources to keep pets safe and comfortable. Thorough assessments can uncover hidden risks before anesthesia, ...

You've probably seen it advertised on a flyer, pinned to a pet supply store bulletin board: "Anesthesia-free dental cleanings for dogs and cats." You looked at it with interest, maybe even some ...

Whenever my columns turn to the topic of pet health, whether it's veterinary dentistry, a recalled drug or how to select a good veterinarian, one subject always generates lots of e-mail and comments: ...

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 ...

, advocates of anesthesia-free cleanings argue that anesthesia poses high risk to some animals, and comes with a much greater financial cost. Critics, on the other hand, point out the limited training ...

Nobody wants this to happen but there are situations when the dog is suffering and he/she can only be treated by putting it under anesthesia. But before you do so, make sure you keep these things in ...

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 ...