Can an old, overweight dog have a cyst removed with local anesthetic?

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Can you remove a cyst under local anaesthetic as my dog is old and overweight. Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Female | spayed | 15 years and 4 months old | 23 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! That will depend on the veterinarian seeing the patient and also the tolerability of the patient with the procedure. Generally, that is not the case and at least a mild sedative is required. Most patients do fine with anesthesia. In reality even if under anesthesia or sedation, that would be a very quick removal. Good luck!

Can an old, overweight dog have a cyst removed with local anesthetic?

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