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

Text me your question or inquiry here! 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. Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 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