Surgery Service for Cats
Our clinic is fully outfitted to perform all the routine surgeries that may be required for your pet. Our surgery suite is equipped with monitoring equipment like ECG, blood pressure monitors, and pulse oximetry, similar to what you would find in a regular hospital. All surgical equipment is thoroughly cleaned and sterilized between uses. We provide your pet with oxygen support throughout their surgery and use a heated table to maintain their body temperature. Included in all surgeries, are IV catheter placement, IV fluids to maintain blood pressure, and pain relief drugs for after the surgery. All these features and precautions ensure the safety and success of the many operations we perform daily.
What surgery services do you offer for cats?
Spay and neuter surgeries to have your pet ‘fixed’ count among the most common surgeries we perform. Our staff is skilled at dealing with ‘blocked’ cats, an emergency condition of the urinary system that required immediate intervention. We also surgically removed many types of lumps, repair wounds, and perform oral surgery to remove infected teeth.
Do I have to fast my pet?
It is vital for your pet to fast the day of their surgery. This is for their benefit, as the combination of anesthetic drugs and food in the stomach can lead to some potentially serious complications. The stomach must be empty, so a small snack on the morning of the surgery is not a safe compromise. No food is allowed after midnight the night before the surgery. This means the night before you should take away any other pet’s food in the house, and make sure garbage cans are inaccessible. In the morning do not feed any breakfast, do not give any treats, and check the carrier for treats. Your pet is allowed to have water up until you bring them to the clinic.