The Gold Standard for Airway Management.

Intubation is one of the most critical moments in any anesthetic procedure. Whether you are prepping for a routine dental or a high-stakes emergency surgery, you cannot afford to waste time searching through textbooks for size estimates. You need a fast, reliable, and professional reference at your fingertips.

The "Clinical Companion" Advantage

This cheat sheet is more than a weight chart. It is a safety-first protocol designed to help Vet Techs, Vets, and Students select the perfect fit every time, minimizing tracheal trauma and maximizing patient safety.

Comprehensive Size Tables: Precise ET tube diameter ranges (mm) for cats and dogs based on ideal body weight, from 1 kg kittens to 60 kg giants.

Safety-First Guidelines: Built-in reminders that overweight patients do not have larger tracheas, ensuring you select the correct size based on lean body mass.

Anatomy-Based Sizing: Expert tips on measuring length from the incisors to the thoracic inlet and palpating for 3/4 tracheal diameter.

Preparation Checklist: A "never-forget" workflow for preparing three tube sizes and testing cuffs for leaks before the patient is on the table.

Why Veterinary Professionals Trust Vetpocket

"Select the largest size that will not traumatize the larynx, trachea, or surrounding structures".

We believe in "Utility over Theory." This guide, developed by Dr. Danelia (DVM) and the Vetpocket engineering team, is designed to be "sticky"—it is the one resource you will actually use every single morning during your anesthesia prep.

What’s Included:

• Digital PDF Download: Mobile-optimized for quick viewing on your phone or tablet in the prep room.
• Species-Specific Charts: Dedicated tables for Feline and Canine patients.
• Critical Warnings: Essential reminders to never force a tube or overinflate a cuff to prevent pressure necrosis.
• Clinical Pro-Tips: Guidance on factoring in breed, conformation, and body condition score.