Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Sydney

Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia in Sydney

We’re here for you and your patient

When your patient requires veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia in Sydney, we provide dedicated anaesthesia services to support complex procedures, high-risk patients, and pain management.

We work closely with referring veterinarians across Sydney to deliver reliable veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia services.

Specialist-led Veterinary Anaesthesia

Veterinary patients undergoing diagnostic or surgical procedures may require sedation or general anaesthesia to ensure safe, pain-free treatment. Our hospital provides specialist-led anaesthesia and analgesia for routine and complex procedures, including patients with significant comorbidities or critical illness.

Our registered specialist works closely with all hospital departments to support advanced medical, surgical, and critical care cases. Using tailored anaesthetic protocols and state-of-the-art monitoring equipment to maximise patient safety, stability and comfort at every stage.

How We Ensure Safe, Individualised Care

Anaesthesia is a critical component of patient safety. Each patient undergoes a thorough pre-anaesthetic assessment, and a personalised anaesthetic and analgesic plan is developed based on the procedure, underlying conditions, and anaesthetic risk. Multimodal analgesia is employed, and when appropriate, locoregional techniques – such as peripheral nerve blocks or epidural analgesia – are incorporated to enhance peri-operative comfort and recovery.

Our Services Include:

  • Tailored anaesthetic protocols and multimodal analgesic plans
  • Close peri-anaesthetic advanced monitoring
  • Specialist oversight and dedicated veterinary nursing support throughout anaesthesia and recovery.

Our specialist anaesthetist is available to advise referring veterinarians and pet carers on anaesthesia, pain management, associated risks, and recovery planning. We aim to provide the highest standard of anaesthesia and peri-operative care, minimising pain and stress while maximising safety and recovery quality.

Support for High-Risk Cases

High-level anaesthesia isn’t just about keeping a patient asleep; it’s about protecting their safety, managing pain, and supporting them every step of the way. Patients where are factors such as respiratory disease, cardiac disease or age, may fall into a high-risk category. These patients require tailored and individual anaesthetic plans and may require more interventional anaesthesia and pain management throughout a procedure. Common procedures where a specialist anaesthetist may be involved include

  • Critically ill patients
  • Patients with co-morbidities such as heart disease
  • Cardiac surgeries, including pacemaker placement
  • Abdominal surgeries where there is a high risk of bleeding
  • Diagnostic Imaging Procedures

If a case carries added risk, our specialist veterinary anaesthesia team provides the expertise needed for confidence and control.

Meet our Anaesthesia Team

  • Anaethesia and Analgesia Specialist

    Dr Iago Asorey Blazquez

Anaethesia and Analgesia Specialist

Dr Iago Asorey Blazquez

FAQs

Our anaesthesia team is equipped to perform and interpret advanced patient assessments, utilising specialised monitoring and diagnostic technologies to accurately evaluate anaesthetic risk, maintain physiological stability, and support precise intraoperative decision-making.

Yes. Keeping your pet as calm and comfortable as possible before their visit can make a positive difference.

Helpful steps include:

  • Keeping routines normal on the day of the appointment
  • Bringing familiar items such as a favourite blanket or toy
  • Remaining calm yourself—pets often pick up on owner anxiety
  • Following fasting instructions carefully, as advised by your veterinarian

If your pet is particularly anxious, fearful, or reactive, please let our team know in advance. We can plan stress-reducing handling techniques, consider pre-visit medications, and tailor the anaesthetic approach to minimise anxiety and discomfort.

Age alone does not prevent a pet from safely undergoing anaesthesia. However, older pets are more likely to have underlying conditions that may increase anaesthetic risk.

To manage this safely:

  • Every patient receives a thorough pre-anaesthetic assessment, including review of medical history and relevant diagnostic testing
  • Anaesthetic plans are individualised, taking into account age-related changes and any existing disease
  • Advanced monitoring and specialist oversight are used throughout the procedure and recovery
  • With careful planning and specialist involvement, anaesthesia can be performed very safely in senior and geriatric pets.

Brachycephalic breeds (such as Bulldogs, Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Boston Terriers) do have unique airway anatomy that can increase the risk of breathing difficulties during sedation or general anaesthesia.

To reduce these risks, our specialist anaesthesia team:

  • Carefully assesses airway anatomy prior to anaesthesia
  • Uses tailored induction and airway-management techniques
  • Provides continuous advanced monitoring throughout the procedure
  • Closely supervises recovery, when airway risks are highest
  • With appropriate precautions and specialist-led care, brachycephalic dogs can undergo anaesthesia safely and successfully.

Recovery is a carefully managed part of the anaesthetic process.

After anaesthesia, your pet will:

  • Be closely monitored by trained veterinary nurses until fully awake
  • Receive ongoing pain relief and supportive care as needed
  • Be kept warm, comfortable, and calm during recovery

It is normal for pets to be a little sleepy or quiet for the rest of the day. Some may have a reduced appetite initially, which usually resolves within 24 hours.

Before discharge, we will:

  • Ensure your pet is stable and comfortable
  • Provide clear home-care instructions, including feeding, activity, and medication guidance
  • Advise you on what is normal during recovery and when to contact us
  • Our goal is to make recovery as smooth, comfortable, and stress-free as possible.

Yes. Keeping your pet as calm and comfortable as possible before their visit can make a positive difference.

Helpful steps include:

  • Keeping routines normal on the day of the appointment
  • Bringing familiar items such as a favourite blanket or toy
  • Remaining calm yourself—pets often pick up on owner anxiety
  • Following fasting instructions carefully, as advised by your veterinarian

If your pet is particularly anxious, fearful, or reactive, please let our team know in advance. We can plan stress-reducing handling techniques, consider pre-visit medications, and tailor the anaesthetic approach to minimise anxiety and discomfort.

Age alone does not prevent a pet from safely undergoing anaesthesia. However, older pets are more likely to have underlying conditions that may increase anaesthetic risk.

To manage this safely:

  • Every patient receives a thorough pre-anaesthetic assessment, including review of medical history and relevant diagnostic testing
  • Anaesthetic plans are individualised, taking into account age-related changes and any existing disease
  • Advanced monitoring and specialist oversight are used throughout the procedure and recovery
  • With careful planning and specialist involvement, anaesthesia can be performed very safely in senior and geriatric pets.

Brachycephalic breeds (such as Bulldogs, Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Boston Terriers) do have unique airway anatomy that can increase the risk of breathing difficulties during sedation or general anaesthesia.

To reduce these risks, our specialist anaesthesia team:

  • Carefully assesses airway anatomy prior to anaesthesia
  • Uses tailored induction and airway-management techniques
  • Provides continuous advanced monitoring throughout the procedure
  • Closely supervises recovery, when airway risks are highest
  • With appropriate precautions and specialist-led care, brachycephalic dogs can undergo anaesthesia safely and successfully.

Recovery is a carefully managed part of the anaesthetic process.

After anaesthesia, your pet will:

  • Be closely monitored by trained veterinary nurses until fully awake
  • Receive ongoing pain relief and supportive care as needed
  • Be kept warm, comfortable, and calm during recovery

It is normal for pets to be a little sleepy or quiet for the rest of the day. Some may have a reduced appetite initially, which usually resolves within 24 hours.

Before discharge, we will:

  • Ensure your pet is stable and comfortable
  • Provide clear home-care instructions, including feeding, activity, and medication guidance
  • Advise you on what is normal during recovery and when to contact us
  • Our goal is to make recovery as smooth, comfortable, and stress-free as possible.

For Pet Parents

How to access our services

Referral cases: ask your regular veterinarian to refer your pet to our team. We’ll arrange the next steps and guide you through the process.

Emergency care: If your pet is unwell or you’re concerned about urgent symptoms, you can come directly to our hospital – no referral required. Our emergency team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For Referring Vets

Why Refer to Us?

When your pet requires urgent or critical care, our team provides rapid assessment, stabilisation, and specialist-led treatment in a fully equipped emergency hospital.

We work closely with your regular veterinarian to ensure seamless continuity of care, from initial emergency treatment through recovery and ongoing management, so you and your pet are supported every step of the way.

North Shore Vet clinic entrance Artarmon

Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre North Shore

Veterinary Specialist & Emergency Centre North Shore

We take pride in offering the latest medical equipment, often comparable to that found in human hospitals. Our on-site facilities mean we can treat your pet straight away.

As a multidisciplinary veterinary hospital, our Anaesthesia team works closely with Emergency & Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery to provide coordinated, high-level care.

Located on Sydney’s lower north shore, our 24-hour emergency hospital operates 365 days a year, including public holidays. Experienced veterinarians and dedicated nursing staff are on-site at all times to provide continuous access to urgent and life-saving care when it matters most.