Anaesthesia and Analgesia

Veterinary anaesthesia is a critical aspect of veterinary care, ensuring that all procedures are performed painlessly and safely.

Veterinary Anaesthetics

At Cave Veterinary Specialists, we have an anaesthesia and analgesia team that is led by anaesthetists, each of whom fully understand the need for a tailored approach to each case.

All cases that are referred to us are assessed by our team, with each pet receiving an individual anaesthesia plan that suits their needs. Often, a physical examination will be completed, with the pet’s full history being accounted for alongside other treatments, and their temperament.

Every patient is monitored continuously by one of our registered veterinary nurses, under the supervision of one of the veterinary anaesthetists. Our anaesthetists in Somerset have the latest monitoring equipment at their disposal, enabling them to deliver the highest standards of care in the most challenging of cases.

Our Veterinary Anaesthetists

At Cave Veterinary Specialists, we are fortunate to have a large in-house team of anaesthetists. This allows us to ensure that pets receive one-to-one care from our anaesthetists in critical cases, or when required. This brings significant benefits for all patients in our care, ensuring that they remain comfortable at all times whilst with us.

Anaesthesia and Analgesia Provisions

There are a number of provisions that Cave Veterinary Specialists can provide when it comes to anaesthesia and analgesia, including:

• Advanced monitoring for critical patients with modern anaesthetic machines and ventilators
• Nerve stimulator and ultrasound-guided local anaesthetic blocks for orthopaedic, soft tissue and neuro surgery
• Individualised post-operative pain assessment and analgesic plan tailoring
• Anaesthesia for interventional cardiology performed continuously by one anaesthetist and one nurse, specifically trained in the care and management of anaesthesia for interventional cardiology

If you have a patient in your care that requires a more complex procedure that requires anaesthesia or analgesia, refer them to Cave Veterinary Specialists today and let our team take care of them.

You can find out more about our anaesthesia techniques below or take a look at the guide to sedation and general anaesthesia. If you cannot find the answers to your anaesthesia questions on our FAQs page, contact our team today on 01823 653510.

Information on Local Anaesthetic Techniques

A guide to Sedation and General Anaesthesia

Anaesthesia FAQ's