access.Comprehensive yet concise quick reference offers on-the-go, indispensable advice for anesthetic situations.Dogs and cats each have their own chapter, and the special needs and considerations of each species are expanded for more comprehensive coverage.Old and outdated drugs have been eliminated, so the focus is not on the history of veterinary anesthesia but on important, current concepts and techniques.Completely updated drug information and new pain management techniques.A new chapter discusses the unique anesthetic considerations in cats and their clinical applications.The latest information on local anesthesia drugs and techniques.Expanded coverage of post-anesthetic care, monitoring, and analgesic considerations.Covers anesthetic protocols for common procedures in each species.Includes new coverage of the use of constant rate infusion perioperatively.Expanded coverage of euthanasia includes the most current AVMA guidelines for euthanasia techniques.

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