Anesthesia is a medical procedure used to induce unconsciousness and alleviate pain in dogs during surgical procedures, diagnostic tests, or dental work. Essentially, it is a controlled and temporary ...

Anesthesia sensitivity in dogs refers to a heightened sensitivity to anesthetic agents used during medical procedures. This can range from mild to severe, depending on the individual dog. Anesthetic ...

Going under anesthesia is generally very safe, even for senior dogs, but some precautions should be taken. The first thing is the veterinary visit and physical exam a week or two before the procedure.