I knew my aged dog really needed his teeth cleaned and/or have some removed as I know they were in really bad shape. But he was so old that the vet didn't think it would be safe for him to be anesthetized. I felt badly for him because I know his teeth were bothering him. It was a damned if you do, damned if you don't situation.
People still get their senior animals' teeth cleaned, just make sure you do all the proper blood panels beforehand to make sure she'll be okay to go under. When my 14 year old cat needed surgery for an injury, they wouldn't put her under unless they had the blood panel. She came out with flying colours.
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05-06-2009, 11:33 AM #1
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05-06-2009, 10:34 PM #2
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If her teeth are in bad shape, that can actually contribute to health issues, so cleaning them is a good idea.
How long ago did your vet pull blood? If it has been more than 3 months, I would have it done again. 12 is a geriatric dog and even though for a human 3 months isn't long, it is for a dog, especially an older one. I know it costs money but a blood panel can tell the vet so many things, especially since her kidneys have already shown some issues.
In general, anesthesia is safe and your vet wouldn't not suggest it if he or she didn't feel it was going to be safe for your dog. Of course, there are always risks, but there is risk in everything.
Good luck and good for you for being a good dog mom by asking questions."A bicycle does get you there and more. And there is always the thin edge of danger to keep you alert and comfortably apprehensive. Dogs become dogs again and snap at your raincoat; potholes become personal. And getting there is all the fun."
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