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Pet Entropion Repair Surgery

An entropion repair is surgery to correct a condition in which the eyelid rolls inward and allows hair to rub on the eye. Entropion is uncomfortable for pets and causes soreness, redness, and irritation of the eye and can lead to damage to the cornea and vision loss.

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Pet Eye Removal Surgery (Enucleation)

Enucleation is a surgery performed to remove a pet’s eye(s). After recovering from surgery, pets may feel more comfortable and happy.

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Pet Radius/Ulna Fracture Repair Surgery

When a pet sustains a fracture in the radius and ulna, repair surgery is often necessary to realign the broken bones, stabilize them, and facilitate proper healing.

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Pet Rhinoplasty Surgery

Stenotic nares are abnormally narrow nostrils that make it difficult for a pet to breathe. Rhinoplasty surgery may be necessary to help your pet breathe.

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Pet Tibial Fracture Repair Surgery

Tibial fracture repair surgery is a procedure performed to treat fractures or breaks in the tibia, which is the larger bone located in the lower leg.

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Pet Toe Amputation Surgery

Toe amputation (sometimes called digit amputation) is the complete removal of a pet’s toe. Most pets recover fully without having their gait impacted.

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Pet Vaginal Prolapse Repair Surgery

A vaginal prolapse occurs in unspayed female pets when swollen internal vaginal tissue protrudes or pushes out through the vulva.

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Pinnectomy

A pinnectomy is a surgical procedure that removes a pet’s external ear flap.

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Post-Op Instructions for Spay or Neuter Surgery

After surgery, follow these instructions.

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Pyometra Surgery

Pyometra is a life-threatening infection of the uterus which requires emergency surgery. During surgery, the infected uterus and ovaries are removed.

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Rectal Prolapse Repair Surgery

A rectal prolapse is a protrusion of rectal mucosa through the anus. Left untreated, the rectum will swell and begin to dry out and, eventually, the tissue will become necrotic (die). This may lead to sepsis, infection, or death.

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Screw Tail Amputation

Screw tail (also called corkscrew tail) is the name given when a dog’s tail is malformed and ingrown to their skin.

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Splenectomy

A splenectomy is surgery to remove the spleen from your pet’s body. Because the spleen is a highly vascular organ, any type of tumor, even a benign one, could lead to rupture and severe hemorrhage within the abdomen.

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Tail Amputation Surgery

Tail amputation surgery removes a portion or the entirety of a pet’s tail after an injury, trauma, or nerve damage.

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Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) Surgery

TPLO surgery will help your pet move better and relieve pain. It is recommended that your pet receive surgery as soon as possible to reduce the risk of damage to the knee joint.

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Treatment for Gastric Dilatation Volvulus

Gastric dilatation volvulus - also known as a stomach torsion or bloat - is a life-threatening condition in which the stomach enlarges and rotates, twisting off blood supply and trapping air and gases. It is life-threatening and requires immediate veterinary intervention.

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Umbilical Hernia Repair

An umbilical hernia occurs when contents of your pet’s abdomen (intestines, organs, and other tissue) bulge through the umbilicus (belly button).

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Uterine Prolapse Surgery

Uterine prolapse is considered an emergency situation and requires immediate veterinary attention. If left untreated, it can lead to severe complications.

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Wound Repair Surgery for Pets

While some less severe wounds may heal on their own, large or deep wounds or wounds with foreign bodies, dirt, or debris may need surgical intervention to prevent infection and ensure proper healing.

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