fluid therapy while under anesthesia?

[.sarah]

I have never even heard of this to be honest. Seems like I should probably ask for it if my girls ever need a surgery.

[tomkatzid]

Kelcee (kitty) had it when she had her teeth cleaned. She was 12 then, (now 16.5).

[Crazy-Cat-Lover]

Not only does it keep them hydrated, but if something goes wrong during surgery, they are already hooked up with IV fluids. When I worked at a vet clinic, every animal that was having surgery had an IV hooked up. I think it is well worth the $50.00, especially if something goes wrong.

[lv4dogs]

Thanks for all the input everyone. I didn't even think of the fact that wuld already have an IV hookup with his vein in case something did go wrong.
Looks like we'll be getting the fluid therapy.