We perform all common surgical procedures at Westside Animal Hospital. Our doctors are well-trained and are all excellent surgeons.  Common surgical procedures that we perform include:

Spaying and neutering
Declawing
Bladder surgery
Intestinal surgery
Splenectomy
Orthopedic surgery
Laceration repair
Tumor removal

  Our modern surgical suite is state-of-the-art. A trained technician closely monitors your pet throughout surgery. We also utilize computerized equipment to monitor your pet’s heart rate, blood pressure, and blood oxygen saturation. The surgical suite is kept meticulously clean, and all personnel wear cap and mask.  Surgeons wear cap, mask, sterile gown, and sterile gloves.

  After surgery, patients are recovered in our quiet Intensive Care ward.  Our trained staff will give your pet all the attention necessary to ensure a smooth recovery.

  Preparing Your Pet For Surgery:

Non-emergency surgeries are scheduled by appointment.  Please call if you discover you cannot keep and appointment. Patients undergoing a surgical procedure must be current on Rabies and Distemper vaccinations.

Please withhold food from your pet starting at 8:00 p.m. the evening before surgery. Water may still be left down, but please do not let your pet gulp large amounts of water the morning of surgery.

Drop off your pet at 8:00 a.m. the morning of surgery.  Alternatively, you may drop your pet off the evening before (weekdays only) between 4:00 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. at no extra charge.

Most pets undergoing surgery will have hair shaved from the area.  The skin is prepared with an antiseptic, which may cause mild temporary staining of the surrounding hair.

You may call after 11:00 a.m. to check on your pet’s status. We will call you if any problems or complications arise. The length of your pet’s stay will depend upon the surgical procedure performed. You may ask about the length of hospitalization at the time you schedule your pet’s surgical appointment.

We will provide you with specific home-care instructions when you pick up your pet.  For pets with sutures or staples:  these must be removed here 10 days after surgery. There is no charge for suture/staple removal unless you are told otherwise. It is important to keep your pet quiet for at least 3-5 days after most surgical procedures. This will help reduce the degree of swelling and bleeding.

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