Our veterinary surgeons perform a wide array of pet surgery procedures including mass removals, spaying and neutering and emergency surgery. We offer the highest standards of care as well as education and support to minimize stress for both you and your pet.
If your pet is currently experiencing a medical emergency, please contact your nearest emergency or urgent care clinic.
Follow all pre-surgery instructions precisely to ensure a safe operation. We will perform pre-surgical blood work and other tests as needed to evaluate health metrics and optimize anesthesia administration.
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During the procedure
We monitor your furry friend during pet surgery to ensure their safety and well-being. Our advanced equipment helps vets assess vitals signs and respond as needed. After the procedure, we’ll brief you fully.
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Post-surgery
Our team members will explain all post-op and medication instructions with you. We make sure you have everything you need to help your pet recover comfortably. Reach out anytime with questions or concerns.
Quick Tips and Facts
Post-Op Recovery
Your pet will need plenty of rest, love, and comfort in a low-stress environment. It’s a good idea to keep your pet separate from other pets and limit outside time to avoid accidental injury.
Surgical Procedures
From dental extractions and spaying and neutering to ophthalmological and orthopedic surgeries, your primary care vet can help you determine when and if pet surgery is needed. We offer pet surgery specialists in all areas of care.
Frequently Asked Questions About Surgery
Working with your primary care veterinarian in diagnosing an issue is the first step to deciding if your pet should get surgery. Some procedures your primary care veterinarian is ready to do - some, they'll need to refer to a specialist.
Outside of the typical reasons regarding avoiding sudden new puppies or kittens in the home, there's a variety of health benefits associated with spays and neuters in your pet's life!
Spaying or neutering your pet can help them avoid some diseases and cancers, as well as provide some behavioral benefits. If spaying or neutering is the right choice for your pet, please be sure to visit with your primary care veterinarian to make an appointment.
Surgical procedures can't always be a well-thought out, pre-planned process - sometimes accidents happen, and your pet needs immediate attention. The Thrive Pet Healthcare network includes a variety of emergency and urgent care clinics across the country that offer emergency surgical care from highly-skilled veterinarians and their staff dedicated to helping your pet in what they need, when they need it.
