What can I expect after I bring my dog home from an anesthetic procedure?

They might be drowsy; they might be a little drunk. One thing that we talk to clients about is we think about if we're in pain, if we were hurt or we have pain, we might be vocal about that. Pets aren't necessarily vocal when they're in pain because they want to hide that, and so if your pet goes home. They’re very vocal; that might be a side effect of the anesthesia where they don't necessarily know what's going on, and they're more vocal because they're a little confused versus that they're painful. That's one thing that's important to remember.

After an anesthetic procedure, your dog may be a little groggy or off. Their eyes might look more red, and they might not be completely back to normal. However, your dog will always be safe enough for home care when they are dismissed from the animal hospital.

After anesthesia, your dog may feel woozy or tired, may not be able to walk in a straight line as easily, and may want to pace around a bit. It's important to watch for certain signs, which we will detail for you. You can get a hold of the healthcare team here on an app that we have called Anna Panyon for after hours questions that you might have.