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Hi!
My kitten (approx. 6 months old, female, DSH) is going under a spay surgery next week.
I asked the vet about the procedure, and for anesthesia, they told me they would use a combination of Selactar (xylazine) and Ketamine first, then Isoflurane gas. I've asked them about other options, and they said they could use Alfaxan (alfaxalone) instead of Selactar&Ketamine combo.
I read here on TCS that many people avoids Ketamine, but Alfaxan seems to be a relatively new drug. I understand any general anesthesia has risks, but which do you think is a safer option for my kitty?
My other cat (2 years old DSH) was already spayed when I adopted her, so I didn't have to worry about it. I've already asked the vet to do the bloodwork (which they say is optional). Is there anything else I should check/ask at the vets before the surgery? I am getting a bit nervous!
Thanks in advance
My kitten (approx. 6 months old, female, DSH) is going under a spay surgery next week.
I asked the vet about the procedure, and for anesthesia, they told me they would use a combination of Selactar (xylazine) and Ketamine first, then Isoflurane gas. I've asked them about other options, and they said they could use Alfaxan (alfaxalone) instead of Selactar&Ketamine combo.
I read here on TCS that many people avoids Ketamine, but Alfaxan seems to be a relatively new drug. I understand any general anesthesia has risks, but which do you think is a safer option for my kitty?
My other cat (2 years old DSH) was already spayed when I adopted her, so I didn't have to worry about it. I've already asked the vet to do the bloodwork (which they say is optional). Is there anything else I should check/ask at the vets before the surgery? I am getting a bit nervous!
Thanks in advance