please request a pre-anesthetic blood panel before surgery, it evaluates the the liver and kidney, they must be functioning properly for the breakdown and removal of common anesthetic from the pups bodyblood.
If a pup is dehydrated, liver or kidney function is not adequate, low blood flow to the kidneys during anesthesia can cause kidney failure. Heart problems can also be exaggerated during anesthesia.
This has always been my practice, I would rather be safe than sorry, the standard panel runs about $60.00 in additional to the spay or neuter costs.
hope this helps
Kimberly
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