My puppy has a heart murmur. Is neutering safe with anesthesia?

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My 5 month old puppy Frankie has heart murmur. Although he does not show any signs of it, We do not want to undergo surgery but would love for him to have some type of medication. what are some precautions for this illness and can we neuter him? We understand anesthesia might have a risk on him but is there a way to neuter him with a less dosage or a different protocol? Attach is his report. Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Schnauzer | Male | neutered | 6 months and 10 days old | 11.2 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

In a young puppy, birth defects are always a strong suspicion and a specialist ultrasound by a cardiologist really is the best option. This will help to determine the actual site and type of heart problem and is the only way to diagnose what is going on. A definitive diagnosis will guide the most appropriate management with regards to surgery or medication as well as providing information on long term prognosis and likely consequences as he gets older. Most heart murmurs do not require medical treatment nor do they exclude the possibility of general anesthesia although careful planning and monitoring is recommended throughout any procedures

My puppy has a heart murmur. Is neutering safe with anesthesia?

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