Anaesthetic sensitivity in dogs
An increased or abnormal reaction to anaesthetic drugs, seen in some breeds such as sighthounds. Affected dogs may take longer to recover or be at greater risk of complications, so anaesthesia needs careful, tailored planning.
6 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Anaesthetic sensitivity, including Whippet, Saluki, Borzoi, Afghan Hound. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 10.0 to 13.4 years.
Anaesthetic sensitivity in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- other condition
- Breeds affected
- 6 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Anaesthetic sensitivity is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Anaesthetic sensitivity (6), ranked by health score
Related other conditions
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.