Veterinary Surgical Services
We offer a wide range of elective and non-elective surgical procedures to help maintain and restore the health of your dog or cat.
Our team understands that your pet is a member of your family and that surgery can be frightening. We will only recommend veterinary surgery when it is the ideal option to treat the medical issue at hand. We will care for your pet as though they are one of our own throughout the process.
We strive to ensure that you fully understand why we are recommending a particular surgery for your pet and that you feel fully informed and comfortable making the decision to go ahead with the procedure.
What To Expect During Surgery
Prior to any surgery, our veterinary surgeons will perform a complete assessment of your pet. This includes a physical examination of your pet as well as blood tests to determine if they face any risk of anesthesia-related complications.
Throughout each procedure, a dedicated veterinary nurse will administer anesthesia and continuously monitor your pet using electronic patient monitoring equipment. Your pet will also receive the necessary pain medication to help them stay comfortable during the surgery.
Post-operative monitoring and pain management are our priorities following surgery. Once the surgery is complete, the veterinary surgeon will also provide information and advice regarding post-surgery care for your pet.
Sterilization Protocols
Surgical protocols at our clinic include dedicated surgical suites which are kept completely sterile. This helps to decrease the risk of infections and cross-contamination between animals.
Our veterinary team wears sterile attire at all times when they are in the surgical suite, as well as thoroughly cleaning, sterilizing and wrapping our surgical instruments and equipment prior to every surgery.
Surgical Procedures in Picton
At Picton Animal Hospital in Prince Edward County, we perform various veterinary surgeries to help treat diseases and conditions in pets or to repair injuries sustained through trauma or emergency situations.
Our Picton veterinarians routinely perform the following elective and non-elective surgeries:
- Soft Tissue Surgery
Soft tissue surgery covers a range of ear, nose, and throat procedures as well as mass removals and treatment of flesh wounds.
Soft tissue surgery also includes procedures for hepatic, urogenital, oncological, cardiothoracic, gastrointestinal, and skin disorders.
- Spaying & Neutering
Spaying and neutering are one of the most commonly performed surgical procedures that are used to sterilize animals, prevent disease, and provide dogs and cats with an extended life expectancy.
- Dental Surgery
Our veterinarians provide dental surgeries to relieve pain and restore good oral health to dogs and cats. These surgeries can range from tooth extractions to gum disease treatment and jaw fracture repairs.