General Surgery Information

• We can neuter (spay/castrate) your pet at approximately 6 months of age

• Advantages of Neutering:
• Decreases the chance of breast tumors, cystic ovaries, and uterine infections in females, as well as prostate issues in males
• Decreases the desire to roam the neighborhood
• Helps to prevent spraying and marking
• Reduces the surplus of unwanted puppies and kittens
• Please note: There is no advantage for your pet to give birth prior to being spayed

Surgical Laser

• We use a surgical laser for some procedures such as some mass/lump removals and aural hematoma repair
• Benefits of the Surgical Laser include:
• Less Pain -- The laser energy seals nerve endings as it moves through tissue so your pet will feel less post-operative pain
• Less Bleeding -- The laser seals small blood vessels during surgery which allows your veterinarian to perform surgery with great precision. This also speeds some procedures because it reduces the need for, or length of, anesthesia.
• Less Swelling -- Laser energy does not crush, tear, or bruise because only a beam of intense light contacts the tissue
• Reduced Risk of Infection -- The laser sterilizes as it removes tissue which kills bacteria that could cause infection

Pain Management

• Our Patients are given pain medication before, during, and after any procedure as needed. If your pet needs medication for more than just the day of surgery we will prepare it for you, along with instructions