Cat & Dog Surgery in Pittsboro
We offer a wide range of surgical procedures for cats and dogs at our Pittsboro clinic, using stringent surgical protocols.
During each surgery, a dedicated nurse will administer anesthesia and continuously monitor your pet using electronic patient monitoring equipment. Pain management will also be provided.
Post-operative monitoring and pain management are our priorities following surgery. Your vet will also provide thorough instructions for at-home care.
What to Expect from Surgery at Pittsboro Animal Hospital
We will always do our best to keep you fully informed about our recommendation for surgery and all post-operative care your pet will need at home. We practice stringent surgical protocols at our clinic.
Veterinary Surgical Procedures
At Pittsboro Animal Hospital, we do not perform emergency surgeries unless it's an unavoidable circumstance, and in such cases, we may refer patients to other specialized facilities.
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Soft Tissue Surgery
We are pleased to provide rhinoplasty, cystotomy, vulvoplasty, mass removal, and foreign body surgeries if our resources permit.
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Spaying & Neutering
When we spay or neuter a cat or dog, we surgically sterilize them to prevent disease and provide them with an extended life expectancy.
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Ocular
If your pet is experiencing pain, redness, or other symptoms in or around their eyes, they may need ocular surgery.
Common ocular procedures for cats and dogs include eyelid tumor removal, enucleation, ectropion surgery, entropion surgery, and cherry eye surgery.
If your cat or dog requires a veterinary surgical specialist to perform the surgery, our veterinarians will refer you to a pet surgeon near Pittsboro and work closely with your animal surgeon to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care.
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Foreign Body
Sometimes, foreign objects are ingested or can get stuck inside a cat's or dog's body.
If your pet has eaten an object they shouldn't have, we can perform foreign body surgery to remove it.
In some cases, specialized skills or equipment are needed to perform pet surgery. If that is the case for your animal, your vet will refer you to a cat or dog surgeon near Pittsboro and work closely with your veterinary surgeon to ensure that your dog or cat receives the very best care.
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Wounds
Wounds occur when living tissue has been cut, broken, burnt, torn, or otherwise damaged.
It's imperative that these wounds be cleaned, disinfected, and appropriately cared for by a qualified veterinarian as soon as possible.
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Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic surgeries correct injuries and diseases of the bones, ligaments, joints, tendons, and other skeletal structures in your pet. If your dog or cat is suffering from a condition or injury that requires advanced specialized care your vet will refer your dog or cat to a vet surgeon near Pittsboro.
Vet Surgery Process
We understand that the prospect of bringing your pet in for surgery can be scary. Please be assured that we only recommend surgery when it is your companion's best option.
We will ensure that you fully understand why we are recommending surgery and that you are comfortable making the decision to move ahead.
If your pet requires advanced care, our vets will refer you to a veterinary surgeon near Pittsboro, and work closely with your vet surgeon to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care.
Surgical Protocols at Our Clinic
Pre-surgical assessments. We will confirm the specifics of the procedure, complete a physical examination of the patient, and make sure blood tests have been completed and reviewed by the vet in order to determine if your pet faces any risk of anesthesia-related complications.
Dedicated surgical suites. Surgeries are performed in a dedicated surgical suite. This room is kept completely sterile to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Surgical attire. Our staff wears disposable caps and masks at all times when they are in the surgical suite. Those involved in the procedure itself will also wear sterile gowns and single-use gloves.
Sterile packs and equipment. We carefully clean, sterilize and wrap our surgical instruments and equipment prior to every surgery.