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Am thinking I will opt for both, after reading comments above and coming across these articles: http://www.petmd.com/blogs/fullyvetted/2012/july/do_not_opt_out_of_pre-anesthetic_lab_work-26535 http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2015/07/22/administering-iv-fluids.aspx Thanks for your replies.

Hi all, I am looking for advice on the need for pre-anaesthetic blood test & IV fluids (pre and post surgery). One local vet has recommended both, while another advised my almost 6mth old Miniature Schnauzer doesn't require IV fluids and that I could discuss the blood test with the vet prior, though they don't routinely recommend it. I obviously want my pup to be well looked after, but also don't want to be paying for unnecessary services. The cost difference between spaying alone and with both options is about $275 ($490 v $215). Any thoughts would be appreciated.