Common Veterinary Anesthetic Medications Chart

DISCLAIMER: These are COMMON medications/adverse reactions to veterinary anesthetic medications, just like humans, pets also can have a variety of symptoms/reactions that are not listed or documented.

If you have any questions or concerns always speak to your veterinarian about the kinds of medications utilized and the potential side effects that may occur.

Anesthetic/Analgesic DrugCommon Adverse Effects
Dexmedetomidine Medetomidine XylazineBradycardiaCardiac Output ReductionHypertension/HypotensionVasoconstriction
NSAIDs SteroidsBleeding DisorderDiarrhea/VomitingGastrointestinal UlcerationLethargyRenal/Liver Failure
Diazepam MidazolamMinimal Cardiorespiratory EffectsParadoxical Excitement of Patients
Halothane Isofurane SevofuraneDecreased Cardiac OutputDecreased Myocardial Contractility Hypothermia/HyperthermiaMay result in hypotensionVasodilation
Diazepam/Ketamine Propofol Tiletamine/ZolazepamCyanosisOccasional Muscle Twitches/SeizuresProfuse Salivation/Airway SecretionsRespiratory Depression Transient TachycardiaVasodilation
Bupivacaine Lidocaine MepivacaineBradycardiaHyperthermia in some animals; hypothermia more likelyCardiac ArrestHypotensionSeizure
Buprenorphine Butorphanol Fentanyl Hydromorphone MorphineBradycardiaMydriasis/MiosisRespiratory Depression (hypoventilation, apnea)Vomiting

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We Want YOU!

Have a special needs animal you want to tell the world about? Have a blog/website/organization pertaining to special needs animals? We want to talk to you!

Each month we would like to interview/show case a special needs animal/organization/blog! We cannot fight this good fight alone and we need YOUR HELP!

Email us today at Suzi@presidentbifford.com

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Meet Zif!

Meet Ziffel!

As a baby kitten he was hit by a car and suffered a broken pelvis and was dropped off at a local Veterinary Clinic to be euthanized đŸ˜˘ until he fell in love with Linda (his mom)!

Ziff had suffered nerve damage in his one paw which caused him to chew at it! So for 13 years Linda religiously wrapped his paw to keep Zif from gnawing at it!

Zif had a normal, happy life all because Linda gave him the patience and empathy that he needed to thrive.

Special needs pets (and parents!) come in all special qualities but all require the same thing: love and patience!

Want to ask Linda a question about Zif and how she cared for him? Feel free to comment below or email us at PresidentBifford@gmail.com

#BiffordsBros

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Questions for the Veterinarian

The ongoing concern for “CH” parents is that they are afraid to have their special needs pet go for any procedures as they are concerned about anesthesia.

Currently there is NO studies that confirm nor deny the use (or avoidance) or certain anesthetic medications but there are certain medications to be cautious about as their side effects could affect even a non-CH pet! Here is a list of questions below to ask your veterinarian/veterinary staff prior to your pet’s “big day” (feel free to customize this template as you see appropriate!):

[   ] Are you aware of and/or ever cared for a cerebellar hypoplasia patient?

[   ] Do you have any reservations in caring for a CH pet?

[   ] Are pre-anesthetic physical examinations & pre-surgical bloodwork required/completed?

[   ] Can I request that pre-anesthetic bloodwork be completed on my pet PRIOR to surgery/procedure?

[   ] Premedication(s) – What type(s) are utilized?

[   ] Do you intubate anesthetized patients (this ensures that their airways stay open & they receive enough oxygen)?

[   ] Are IV catheters utilized? May I request that an IV catheter is utilized for my pet?

[   ] Do you monitor body functions under anesthesia (HR/RR/BP/ETCO2, SPO2, Temp)?

[   ] Documentation of patient parameters during anesthesia/recovery (anesthesia record)

[   ] Continued patient support & monitoring in recovery (post-anesthesia)?

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Pet Safety Crusaders Blog Feature!

Check out Bifford’s article in the Pet Safety Crusaders Blog! Huge thank you to Denise for publishing his story and helping spread the word on specially-abled pets!

If you want to learn more about “less adoptable pets” and more about Denise and her fantastic site please click the link below!

https://www.petfirst.com/pet-care/less-adoptable-pets-are-more/
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Handicapable Foundation

Handicapable Foundation has proudly partnered up with “Bifford for President” to better serve the pet special needs community! Check out their website for more information or check out their brief description below!

https://www.handicapablefoundation.org/

Handicapable Foundation provides support for disabled animals, service animals, therapy animals, comfort animals, law enforcement animals, military animals or animals in need of care.


ALL OF THESE ANIMALS WE REFER TO AS HANDICAPABLE ANIMALS.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

HandiCapable has a program called the “Lynn McCoy Medical Funds Assistance Program” to provide financial and medical assistance to families, businesses and organizations caring for HandiCapable Animals.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR NONPROFITS

HandiCapable has a goal to provide financial distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations and has a purpose that aligns with the purposes of HandiCapable Foundation.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR RESEARCH

HandiCapable has a goal to provide financial support for the research and study of rare or common genetic conditions and disabilities in animals.

EDUCATION

HandiCapable has a goal to provide educational information and materials to the general public regarding HandiCapable Animals.

TESTING

HandiCapable has a goal to provide support, either tangible or financial, for the scientific testing and/or research of disabled animals or animals thought to be disabled. This includes gene testing for disorders.

ADOPTION / REHOMING ASSISTANCE

HandiCapable has a goal to help provide financial support, facilities, supplies, equipment and human resources to aid in the care, adoption or rehoming of animals.

GRANTS

HandiCapable has a goal to provide financial grants to Supporting Entities for purposes that align with the purposes of HandiCapable Foundation.

SUPPLIES

HandiCapable has a goal to help provide financial or tangible assistance with equipment or supplies to the care provider(s) of HandiCapable Animals. One of these programs is called the “Chyna Assistance Program”.

GIFT BOXES

HandiCapable has a goal to send welcome boxes full of great fun and tasty gifts to new animals that join the HandiCapable family.

EVENTS

HandiCapable has a goal to sponsor, host and/or participate in events and activities that gain exposure for HandiCapable Animals or which may align with the purposes or objectives of HandiCapable Foundation.

PARTNERSHIPS

HandiCapable has a goal to help participate in partnerships with individuals, businesses or organizations which may assist HandiCapable Foundation in the achievement of its objectives.

TECH OUTREACH

HandiCapable has a goal to provide software, websites, apps or other mediums as a means of connecting adoptable or rehome-able animals with individuals, businesses or organizations.

**DISCLAIMER**

Bifford for President supports the ongoing efforts and ideals of Handicapable Foundation but does not and will not accept donations of any kind on the behalf of the Handicapable Foundation, nor will the Handicapable Foundation accept donations of any kind on behalf of Bifford for President. Both organizations are simply “partnered” for the ideas and purposes of educational and advocacy strictly.

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