Blood pressure in most dogs should be in the range 110/60 to 160/90. The same range applies to most domestic cats. When measuring your pet's blood pressure, it is important to collect information when your pet is as stress-free as possible. This allows for the most accurate readings.
What is high blood pressure in dogs?
Dogs and cats are considered hypertensive and at risk of organ damage if systolic blood pressure exceeds 160 or diastolic blood pressure exceeds 100.
How does a veterinarian check a dog's blood pressure?
Blood pressure is often measured in pets in the same way as humans. An inflatable cuff is placed on the dog's paw or tail and a standard blood pressure monitor checks the pressure. 2008
What is hypotension in dogs?
In fact, the blood pressure of awake normal dogs and cats is probably slightly higher. In anesthetized animals, systolic blood pressure is considered inadequate if it is less than 80-90 mm Hg. In anesthetized small animal patients, an average blood pressure of less than 60-70 mmHg is considered inadequate.
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