Surgery / Anesthesia Consent Form

Dear Client,

Your pet is scheduled for an upcoming surgery. To assist all of us in making the surgery day as easy and stress-free as possible, we have put together some simple forms for you to sign and review in advance.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. On your pet's surgery day, you will be required to review and sign an Authorization/Estimate Form. We will also double-check to ensure we have a phone number where you can be reached during your pet's surgery time.

The night before your pet’s surgery, we ask that you refrain from providing any food or treats after 10:00 PM (dogs and cats only). Water is fine and may be left out for your pet to consume. If you are currently administering any medications, vitamins, and/or injections, please ask our staff about whether to hold or give these treatments the morning of surgery.

At the time of your pet's scheduled surgery, our team will address any remaining questions or concerns you may have and will collect the Authorization Form that you have completed.

If you have elected to have any of the recommended blood tests performed, these will be collected and done prior to the start of surgery, if not already performed in advance. If any questions arise, our team will attempt to contact you at the number on the Authorization Form. If we are unable to contact you, we will try to proceed with what we think you might want us to do, unless we hear otherwise. This may result in additional expenses, so we appreciate it if you are able to respond quickly at the time we reach out.

Upon the completion of the surgery, the doctor will process your payment, go over all discharge orders verbally, and provide you with a written copy. If you do not understand any instructions, please do not hesitate to ask for clarification prior to or after our discharge.

We know surgery days can induce stress and anxiety. ALL HEARTs Veterinary Hospital and our team appreciate the trust you place in us, and we want to make the experience as pleasant as possible for both you and your pet.

We look forward to making the day as smooth and low-stress as possible and to helping you keep your pet healthy.