Anaesthesia & Analgesia

In anaesthesia and critical care, we combine supervision by European College of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia diplomates with full monitoring facilities, including arterial blood pressure, ECG, capnography, gas analysis, pulse oximetry and core temperature. We can also deliver positive pressure ventilation to all sizes of pet both under anaesthesia and for longer term ventilation and have extensive on site laboratory facilities.

Each anaesthetic is tailored to the individual pet’s circumstances and each patient at Northwest receives an assessment of their pain before, during and after surgery. Anaesthetists are also available for emergency cases so if you pet requires the best in anaesthesia and intensive care, you can rely on us. The anaesthetists also work closely with our other disciplines and are available to advise on pain management for cases and we can provide a similar resource for our local practitioners.

female drawing up medication in a syringe
medication being drawn up using a needle and syringe

Our anaesthetists are available to offer telephone advice on anaesthetic management for any case for our referring vets.

Each member of the clinical services team at Northwest undergoes CPR training so that we are fully prepared, whatever the emergency. The specialist anaesthesia team are also involved in training local practitioners and veterinary nurses in resuscitation and anaesthesia and analgesia.

Each member of the clinical services team at Northwest undergoes CPR training so that we are fully prepared, whatever the emergency. The specialist anaesthesia team are also involved in training local practitioners and veterinary nurses in resuscitation and anaesthesia and analgesia.

Testimonials

What our clients say:

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Clare Cawley
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What a breath of fresh air compared to other referrals we have been in the past with previous dogs, made very welcome and put at ease by Amber and all the reception Team, Rory did an amazing job on removing a slipped disc for our Frenchie, Cammila was just amazing as I was struggling to cope with everything going on, all of the staff here are just so lovely and friendly and extremely helpful, we will be eternally grateful for helping our CoCo x
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lesley rumney
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Would highly recommend. Looked after my pet and me at an extremely stressful time.
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harry mcneil
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Northwest veterinary sevices Runcorn was from start to finish was a very pleasant experience, from the welcoming receptionist to my meeting with the vet, everything was explained thoroughly and dates set for future operations. 1st class operation and i have no worries because i know my dog is in very good hands.
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Sam Nicol
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I attended a 2hr first aid for dogs course here this week. Absolutely wonderful. Such a warm welcome, the course was very professional and the staff were lovely. We had a tour of the site which was extremely impressive, certainly an awful lot of money spent on 'state of the art' facilities including MRI, Oncology, ultrasound, multiple operating theatres and treatment rooms. Too much to list. Everyone was friendly and accommodating. They even supplied drinks and a buffet! I would feel very comfortable having my pet treated here.
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Mandy Willow
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Absolutely amazing animal.hospital such friendly staff. The hospital Is immaculate and your little or big one's are under the best Care. Just complete a first aid course which was far far superior to one I did a few years ago with a different local vets. The knowledge is fabulous and informative. Well done every single staff member we met to night from reception, the nurses, customer relations Elliott, the lady offering drinks and more all.made you feel.very welcome. Happy Veterinary nurse month you do a great job and I don't think people realise how much you all do. Thank you.
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Laserme Chester
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5 start service, excellent everyone

Arranging a Referral or Case Advice

If you are a veterinary professional and would like to make a referral, or require pre-referral advice about a patient, please use the online forms.

Anaesthesia and Analgesia Service Facilities

Meet the Team

Our specialist team working in this department