Re: [PyrNet-L] Re: Debarking

[Joan Ziehl <joan@ziehl.com>]

thanks Sharon!  I'm keeping a book on all types of meds, and was
confused by this.  thanks again for clearing it up.

Joan
> 
> Joan
> My vet definitely uses Atropine combined with a drug called Domitor as the
> anesthetic.   The main reason for using the atropine for debarks is that it
> decreases
> saliva flow.   The domitor is used because there is a readily available
> antidote to
> wake them up.   He tells me there are times when he would use Atropine to
> treat
> shock.  But on a limited basis, since it actually slows the heart rate. His
> drug
> of choice for shock is Epinephrine in most cases.   Sorry I did not give you
> specifics
> the first time.  But felt all vets would know anesthesia details.  I was
> mainly trying
> to get accross the fact the dogs are only out for about 10 minutes, because
> they
> do not use a general anesthesia.   This has worked so well for us over the
> years
> that we use the same drugs if we have to do Hip x-rays, etc.    Hope this
> helps.
> Sharon