Small Animal Anesthesia Techniques
About this book
Small Animal Anesthesia Techniques provides a quick reference to protocols
for anesthetizing canine, feline, and exotic animal patients in veterinary practice.
This portable companion provides complete information on anesthetic procedures, from
the basics of pharmacology, physiology, and equipment to handling challenging procedures
and the compromised patient. A companion website features videos, images, and worksheets
for calculations.
The book offers an overview of the anesthetic process,
with tips on how to anticipate and avoid complications, with example protocols for
specific patients. Veterinarians and veterinary technicians will find this how-to
guide to providing anesthesia to be an ideal resource for fast access to drug dosages,
anesthesia protocols, and special considerations for specific procedures.
Reviews
“However, it is an original touch that needs to be applauded – I hope other manuals and books start copying it!.” (European Journal of Companion Animal Practice, 1 May 2015)
“Overall, this small book is an economical reference that should be in the library of any small animal practice.” (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, 15 September 2014)
Author Bios
AUTHOR BIOGRAPHIES
Amanda Shelby, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia), is a Clinical Specialist in Anesthesia at Louisiana State University's School of Veterinary Medicine in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA.
Carolyn McKune, DVM, DACVAA, is a veterinary anesthesiologist and independent contractor with her company Mythos Veterinary LLC, located in Gainesville, Florida, USA.