Neurologic injury from anesthesia is caused by a period of inadequate oxygen delivery to the brain. The severity of the neurologic damage is proportional to the length of time the brain is oxygen-deprived. The part of the brain involved in vision is particularly sensitive to lack of oxygen so blindness is the most common symptom, more severe deficits are certainly possible. [Read more]

I am a veterinary anesthesiologist so I can answer any questions you have about your kitty's anesthesia. There are no medical contraindications to any anesthetic technique in CH. However, I think there are "experiential" (if that's a word;-)) considerations, particularly with respect to recovery from general anesthesia. [Read more]

Cornell University has the top veterinary college in the United States. They offer a variety of clinical services as well, including a phone consultation for a fee ($55). [Read more]

From all the information I've seen, you do want to avoid ketamine in these kitties. If it is used, you should dose it very low to avoid using any more than is absolutely necessary. [Read more]

My CH kitty Maja is all grown up now and doing amazing! But I've recently been doing a lot of research on feline nutrition because my other cat, who's 16, was just diagnosed with diabetes and needs a low-carb diet. [Read more]