As an exotic animal specialty clinic, at Peak Exotic Animal Veterinary Specialists we have various types of technical modifications that make it possible to monitor and control an animal, reptile, or bird’s temperature, oxygen levels, blood pressure, and more while under anesthesia. This allows our team to provide the best care available, while still taking lifesaving measures during the veterinary care process.
Types of Equipment Used to Monitor Your Pet During Anesthesia
Using various specialized instruments such as thermometers, capnograph, electrocardiograph, and pulse oximeter, find below a list of the most common elements we monitor while under anesthesia:
- Heart rate
- Respiratory rate
- Carbon dioxide
- Blood pressure
- Oxygenation
- Electrocardiography
- Body temperature
Essentially, these are the same things we look for in cats or dogs during surgery. But with exotic pets like rodents or birds, certain pieces of equipment have to be modified or outright altered to enable effective and accurate readings.
Is Anesthesia Safe for Exotic Pets?
In most cases, general anesthesia is considered safe for most exotic pets. However, there are certain circumstances where increased risk is associated, such as advanced age or existing condition such as heart disease.
Before any type of anesthesia is used, our team at Peak Exotic Animal Veterinary Specialists will evaluate the situation and make a determination if this type of medication should be used for the particular procedure or current status of the pet’s health.
Let Peak Exotic Animal Veterinary Specialists Help with All Your Exotic Pet Veterinary Needs
As trained veterinary professionals, we’re here to help day or night with all health conditions related to your exotic pet’s wellness. Should your reptile, bird, rodent, or other animal need surgery, we’ll make a determination as to whether the use of anesthesia is appropriate and will use all recommended anesthetic monitoring equipment to ensure their safety during the procedure.
Is your exotic pet in need of quality veterinary care? Please contact us (720)-637-1564 today to schedule an appointment.