Managing pain with opioid analgesics in cats and dogs

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amount of inhalational agent required (Ueyama et al, 2009). A syringe driver should be used to allow accurate administration. Fentanyl is licensed in dogs and so should be used in preference to other short-acting opioids. There should be the facility to perform intermittent positive-pressure ventilation as respiration may be compromised.

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