Pain Management

Pain Management at Ajax Vet Hospital-Mobile we make it our top priority to minimize any pain or discomfort your pet may be experiencing.
Pain may be acute or chronic, and not all pets exhibit pain in the same way. If pain is present, suspected or anticipated we will help you recognize the signs, and treat when appropriate to minimize your pets’ discomfort. With more chronic conditions, we work with you to formulate the best plan to minimize any pain in your pet and maximize their quality of life.
All patients having elective or non-elective surgery at our clinic will receive the appropriate pain management before during and after a procedure.

Tranquilization & Sedation

Tranquilization or sedation is used to calm an animal under various conditions. The animal remains awake or may ‘sleep’ but is easily aroused when stimulated. Pet owners frequently request sedation for their animals during travel, thunderstorms, fireworks, etc. Sedation and tranquilization are not without risk and each animal should be assessed prior to dispensing these medicines.

General Anesthesia

A general anesthetic results in a loss of consciousness in the animal and a loss of sensation throughout the body. Most general anesthetic procedures involve several steps beginning with the administration of a sedative. An intravenous injection of an anesthetic renders the animal unconscious while a breathing tube is placed into the animal’s trachea. A gas anesthetic is delivered in combination with oxygen to the animal via the breathing tube to maintain the state of unconsciousness.
Although general anesthetics are significantly safer than they have been in the past, there is still the remote chance of an anesthetic accident. There are many ways to reduce the risk associated with anesthesia including a thorough physical examination and blood work prior to anesthesia. Anesthetic monitoring equipment and protocol can also contribute to a safer anesthesia.