Our surgery room has state of the art equipment and allows us to perform major and minor surgeries on your pet.
What To Expect After surgery
Always watch your pet for signs of continued illness or a negative change in its condition. If your pet doesnēt seem to be recovering, you should consult the veterinarian to determine whether or not your furry friend needs a different treatment plan.
The following chart is an overview of common surgical procedures and what to expect after you bring your pet home from the hospital.
| Procedure |
Recovery Time |
Recovery Tips |
Tooth
Extraction |
A few
days |
Give your pet soft food and watch for signs of eating problems |
Typical
Laceration |
10-14
days |
Donēt let your pet harm its stitches and watch for any complications |
| Orthopedics |
6-8
weeks |
Check bandages often and donēt let your pet walk on slippery surfaces. |
| Spaying |
2 weeks |
Prevent clawing at stitches and discourage heavy exercise. |
Castration
(Dog) |
2 Weeks |
No heavy exercise and clawing, scratching or biting at stitches. |
Castration
(Cat) |
2 Weeks |
Little or no extra care is needed. Simply observe your cat for any signs of trouble. |
| Declawing |
About
10 days |
Donēt let your cat outside and do not use clay litter. |
| Typical Abscesses |
6-8
weeks |
Your pet may have a drainage tube that requires daily flushing. Watch for problems. |
