My 5 year old pit mix needs knee surgery, but I'm afraid to put her under because I heard there is a high rate of death for dogs with anaesthesia. Any advice?
2006-06-25 11:42:12 · 9 answers · asked by Lotus 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
There is not a "high rate" of death from anesthesia for dogs. It can cause death if they have liver or kidney problems, but most veterinarians will do pre-surgical bloodwork before they put the dog under to make sure that the liver and kidneys are functioning correctly. They will especially do this for non-routine surgeries like the one your dog is having. Check with your vet and make sure that they do bloodwork, and if they do then you really don't have much to worry about. If they don't, then you should request it or find another vet. (But I'm sure that they do it.)
2006-06-25 12:49:15 · answer #1 · answered by autumnfaerie8 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is always a risk with anaesthesia but for healthy dogs it is relatively low. If your dog has a heart condition it can be dangerous. Also, it depends on the type used. Isofluorene is much safer. Check with the vet and find out what type they use. Your dog should also go through a pre-surgery physical including blood work.
2006-06-25 14:48:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I worked in a vet's office for 4 years and assisted in surgeries. I never saw a dog or cat die from the anesthetic. Your dog is constantly monitored while "under" for things such as breathing, heart rate, etc. You have to think of the benefits. Should your dog suffer years of knee pain rather than being knocked out for a few minutes? The choice is yours.
2006-06-25 11:50:50 · answer #3 · answered by NannyMcPhee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is always a risk, that comes with that. But in most cases, it is not something to be concerned with. Your dog is young, and probably has a strong heart, so she should have no problem with the surgery.
It's usually the babies and the senior pets, that have the highest risks of death.
2006-06-25 11:47:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is always a risk whether the patient is animal or human. I have had several animals that had to have surgery and have never had a problem. ask people in your town about the vet you are using or contact your local Chamber of Commerce for any complaints
2006-06-25 11:47:38 · answer #5 · answered by Comfortably Numb™ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are many risks involved with surgeries, If the surgery is a must to remain alive then the surgery will have to be done.
Take your friend in for surgery, then sit and wait, and PRAY.
I will be thinking of you and your friend.
Good luck.
2006-06-25 11:48:17 · answer #6 · answered by Brokenwing 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ohh dosen't look like a good chance
2006-06-25 11:55:27 · answer #7 · answered by TakeDaChillPill 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on how healthy and old she is. she isn't too old, but is she pretty healthy?
2006-06-25 11:45:12 · answer #8 · answered by Margaret 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
VERY safe!!!!
2006-06-25 11:55:26 · answer #9 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋