Small Furry Anaesthesia Flashcards
1
Q
How long do small furries need to be starved before anaesthesia?
A
200g 1-3 hours
Remove water 1 hour before
2
Q
Where is I.V. access gained in the rat and mouse?
A
Lateral tail veins
3
Q
Where is I.V. access gained in the guinea pig?
A
Medial metatarsal veins
4
Q
What analgesics are good for use in small furries?
A
Buprenorphine or Butorphanol.
Avoid prolonged NSAID use, but can be used.
5
Q
How long do ferrets need to be starved before anaesthesia?
A
No more than 4-6 hours as prone to hypoglycaemia. Treat them like a cat apart from this.
