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EP34 - The Truth About Veterinary Anesthesia, Sedation, and Recovery

EP34 - The Truth About Veterinary Anesthesia, Sedation, and Recovery

Update: 2025-11-12
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This week on the pod, we’re diving deep into a topic every pet owner and veterinary professional needs to understand — anesthesia. From what actually happens when your pet “goes under,” to how vets monitor, manage, and minimize risk every step of the way, we’re breaking it all down in simple, real-world terms.

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00:00 Intro
02:00 Hot Take
3:54 Anesthesia
6:21 Sedation vs. Anesthesia
8:54 The Physiology of Anesthesia
12:12 Side-effects of Anesthesia
15:30 The Timeline of Anesthesia Application
22:55 Monitoring for Anesthesia
26:50 What Changes To Expect
29:03 Nuances About Allergic Reactions
30:53 Post-Op and Recovery
33:21 Potential Risks
36:26 Different Factors That Can Increase Risk
40:55 Medical Issues That Can Affect Risk
43:56 Outro

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EP34 - The Truth About Veterinary Anesthesia, Sedation, and Recovery

EP34 - The Truth About Veterinary Anesthesia, Sedation, and Recovery

Dr. Molly Brinkmann