At SAVA Animal Hospital, we know that vet visits can sometimes be stressful for pets—and for you. That’s why we offer Comfort Packs to help make the experience as calm and positive as possible. Your pet’s emotional well-being is just as important to us as their physical health.
How Comfort Packs Help
The medications in our Comfort Packs are safe, effective, and designed to reduce anxiety and stress:
- For cats: Gabapentin provides gentle sedation, eases anxiety, and offers pain relief.
- For dogs: A combination of gabapentin and trazodone helps promote relaxation and reduce fear. Cerenia decreases nausea and helps your pet feel more comfortable.
A relaxed pet allows us to use lower doses of anesthesia during surgery, making the procedure even safer.
Medication Instructions
To ensure the best experience for your pet, please follow these guidelines:
- Night before surgery: Give one dose at bedtime to help them rest comfortably. For dogs, give the Cerenia at bedtime also.
- Morning of surgery: Give the second dose about 2 hours before drop-off.
It’s normal for your pet to seem sleepier at home after taking the medication. However, the excitement of the car ride and arrival at the hospital usually balances this out.
If you have any questions about Comfort Packs or your pet’s upcoming visit, feel free to reach out. We’re here to make every experience as stress-free as possible for both you and your pet.
Contact us today to learn more!