Pet Surgery in Orange Park, FL

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Although pet owners don’t like to think about it, it’s a fact that most pets will have a surgical procedure of some type during their lifetimes, whether it’s a complicated operation to treat a serious injury or illness, or a simple routine procedure like spaying or neutering. When your pet does require a surgical procedure, you want to be sure they’re in the care of experienced and qualified veterinarians using the latest medical tools for pet surgery.

At Focused Pet Care in Orange Park, FL, we maintain a state-of-the-art surgical theater supported by a fully-equipped diagnostic laboratory and a staff of highly-trained veterinary doctors and technicians for our pet surgery. When your pet is in need of surgical services in Orange Park, we stand ready to provide them with the very best of care.

What To Expect During Pet Surgery

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If your veterinarian in Orange Park, has diagnosed your pet with a condition or injury that requires pet surgery, the first thing they will do is give them a complete pre-op physical examination and order testing of blood, urine, and possibly saliva samples in our diagnostic laboratory. This analysis is performed to uncover any underlying conditions that might cause complications during the pet surgery, and also to allow the vet to create a customized anesthesia protocol personalized for your pet.

During the procedure, your pet will receive anesthesia and a catheter will be inserted. They will also be attached to an IV to provide the fluids necessary to maintain normal and stable blood pressure. At all times throughout the procedure, a surgical technician will be present to monitor sophisticated medical devices to keep a close watch on your pet’s vital signs for any abnormal readings or problems.

Post Surgery of Your Pet

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Your pet will spend a couple of hours in the recovery room after the operation for observation, and then you’ll be able to take them home, normally on the same day. In some situations, your veterinarian may decide that they should stay overnight with us for further observation and monitoring. It’s a good idea to plan for your pet to spend the whole day at the clinic after their post pet surgery.

Before you leave, you’ll be given instructions on postoperative care for your pet at home. If you need to schedule any follow-up appointments, it’s best to do that before you leave. In general, while your pet is recovering at home, you should keep them indoors and prevent them from exerting themselves for several days, getting plenty of rest until they are well along in their healing. You may need to take steps to keep them from licking and biting at their sutures, such as fitting them with a cone collar.

Veterinary Surgery Services We Provide

Focused Pet Care provides a full range of surgical procedures including, but not limited to:

  • Spay and neuter
  • Oral surgery
  • Ophthalmic surgery
  • Tumor removal
  • Abdominal and soft tissue procedures
  • Orthopedic surgery

Dr. Holloway and the staff at Focused Pet Care in Orange Park focus their practice on cats and dogs of all breeds, sizes, and ages and on small companion animals of all types. We are a proud affiliate of the Fear Free Initiative, and members of our staff receive special training toward certification in proven methods of keeping pets comfortable, relaxed, and content while they are being treated at our clinic.

We are committed to providing you and your pet with the best veterinary care possible. We believe that all of our patients should have access to quality health care regardless of income level, so we strive to ensure that our fees are the most affordable in the area. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

Focused Pet Care in Orange Park, FL, provides pet surgery and other animal health care services. Contact our offices to schedule an appointment.