Veterinary Surgical Services at Animal Wellness Center
Types of Surgery Provided
- Routine surgeries
Spay and Neuter – Any pet not intended for breeding should be spayed or neutered. Sterilizing pets prevents unwanted litters and the subsequent overcrowding of animal shelters. It also eliminates undesirable behaviors, such as wandering, aggressing, vocalization, and marking territory. In addition, spaying and neutering pets eliminates the chances of certain cancers and reduces the risk of pets contracting contagious diseases.
- Surgical Treatments
Injury Treatment – Broken bones, fractures, and internal injuries are common injuries for dogs and cats. These injuries can occur unexpectedly with minor accidents like falling off the sofa or as the result of a more serious incident like a car accident. Using our in-house diagnostics and x-ray capabilities, our veterinarian will diagnose your pet to determine what treatment is required to repair the injury.
Foreign Body Surgery – If a pet accidentally ingests a foreign object that does not pass naturally, it will require removal.
Cystotomy – Bladder stones are extremely uncomfortable and can cause pain to your pets. From intial diagnostics to treatment and ultimately surgery(if necessary), we have the tools to treat this disease.
In addition to these types of surgical procedures, we offer a comprehensive list of soft tissue, orthopedic, and other surgeries.
What to Expect Before, During, and After Your Pet's Surgical Procedure
Our veterinarians will walk you through everything you should expect prior to your pet’s procedure. We will provide you with instructions for preparing your pet for surgery, such as the administration of any medications and no food or water for a set amount of time.
With every procedure, we administer high quality anesthesia to ensure pets experience no pain or anxiety during surgery. In addition, our veterinary surgeons use state-of-the-art equipment and tools for monitoring your pet’s vital signs. We always recommend the least-invasive procedure available for treatment in order to reduce your pet’s recovery time and pain.
We will also provide you with instructions for your pet’s care following surgery. With some procedures, pets are able to return home the same day. We will provide you with all the supplies and medications needed to keep your pet comfortable and happy while he or she recovers. At-home care following surgery might require your pet to wear a collar that will prevent him or her from licking or biting at the incision site. We also recommend limiting your pet’s physical activities post surgery.
