Anesthesia works by interfering with nerve signals that travel from the procedure area to the brain. Without these signals, the dog is unable to feel pain and other sensations, like heat, while ...

Anesthesia can pose some health risks, but the drugs are usually safe for healthy dogs who need a tooth pulled or neuter surgery. Most dogs recover well from anesthesia—though they may need a ...

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A: Any dog of any age can have problems with anesthesia, but there is definitely more risk as a dog gets to be a senior. A tiny percentage of dogs can die under anesthesia no matter how many ...

Q: "My Shih Tzu is 12, has some minor health problems, but also has dental problems. Our veterinarian wants to clean and polish his teeth. I am worried about putting him under anesthesia at his ...

A: Any dog of any age can have problems with anesthesia, but there is definitely more risk as a dog gets to be a senior. A tiny percentage of dogs can die under anesthesia no matter how many ...