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Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring

During surgery and other medical procedures, our team of veterinarians and veterinary technicians monitors all patients to ensure their safety. We monitor every procedure, regardless of whether it’s routine or more advanced. The type of anesthesia we use depends on the procedure. Some require general anesthesia, while others may only call for local anesthesia. For more specific information on our protocols, please see the individual descriptions or contact us with any questions.

IV Fluids

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IV (intravenous) fluids are included in nearly all surgeries. IV fluids help us to maintain bloodpressure throughout the surgery, as well as to flush the anesthetic from your pet’s body…

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Preanesthetic Bloodwork

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At Coaldale Pet Clinic, we offer preanesthetic bloodwork as an option with surgeries. Preanesthetic bloodwork helps us to see how the internal organs are functioning, specifically the liver and kidneys,…

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Patient Monitoring

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We monitor our patients to keep them as safe as possible during procedures that require general anesthesia. A veterinary technician will continually assess your pet’s heart and respiratory rate, blood…

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