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Regional Anesthesia Manual for Small Animals

Techniques and Applications in Veterinary Analgesia 2026

Unlock the potential of locoregional anesthesia in dogs and cats with this practical, technique-focused manual designed for veterinary clinicians, residents, and students.

This hands-on guide provides clear instructions for performing the most effective nerve blocks in small animals a supported by anatomical illustrations, high-resolution ultrasound images, and practical clinical tips. Whether improving perioperative pain management or integrating regional anesthesia into daily practice, this manual delivers clarity, safety, and confidence.

What you'll find inside

Comprehensive coverage of 37 commonly used nerve block techniques for dogs and cats, organized from head to tail

High-resolution ultrasound images and reverse ultrasound anatomy illustrations for precision

Patient positioning, dosing strategies, and monitoring tips for safer application

Troubleshooting advice and clinical tips from experienced practitioners

Foundational guidance on pharmacology, equipment selection, and complication management

Clear, concise, and clinically grounded, the Regional Anesthesia Manual for Small Animals is your go-to reference for safer, more effective pain control in veterinary medicine.

Organized by anatomy for fast reference

Each section is structured by anatomical region to streamline clinical use:

Local Anesthesia
Head & Oral Blocks (e.g., maxillary, infraorbital, eye blocks)
Thoracic Limb (e.g., brachial plexus, RUMM, distal nerve blocks)
Pelvic Limb (e.g., sciatic, femoral, PENG variations)
Thorax & Abdomen (e.g., paravertebral, ESP, TAP, QL blocks)
Neuraxial Approaches (e.g., epidurals, spinal blocks, catheter techniques)

About the author

Dr. Robert Trujanovic created this manual together with the NYSORA Team, drawing on years of practice, collaboration, and curiosity. His goal is simple: to make regional anesthesia safer, clearer, and more accessible in daily veterinary medicine.

“My hope is that this manual not only guides your clinical decisions but also inspires a higher standard of care for every patient you treat.”

Dedicated to the animals we serve, the owners who trust us, and the colleagues and mentors who drive the field forward, this manual reflects both professional commitment and personal passion.

Dr. Robert Trujanovic created this manual together with the NYSORA Team, drawing on years of practice, collaboration, and curiosity. His goal is simple: to make regional anesthesia safer, clearer, and more accessible in daily veterinary medicine.

“My hope is that this manual not only guides your clinical decisions but also inspires a higher standard of care for every patient you treat.”

Dedicated to the animals we serve, the owners who trust us, and the colleagues and mentors who drive the field forward, this manual reflects both professional commitment and personal passion.

More than a textbook—your clinical companion

This manual is designed to be adapted to your practice. If it makes one procedure clearer, one patient safer, or one decision easier, its mission is fulfilled.

Get your copy today!

Your go-to reference—concise, clear, and clinically oriented—for safer, more effective small animal pain management. Add it to your practice library today.

What people are saying

Dr. Emily Vargas

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“A must-have for every veterinary anesthesia toolbox. Bridging textbook theory and what actually happens in practice.”

Dr. Thomas Lee

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“Accessible, evidence-based, and brimming with practical pearls for everyday anesthesia and analgesia in small animals.”