Cat & Dog Surgeries in Apopka, FL
At Pet Care Center of Apopka, we are equipped and staffed to perform an exceptionally wide range of cat and dog surgeries. Dr. Greer, our senior veterinarian and hospital owner, oversees all surgical procedures; he offers over 30 years of experience in small animal orthopedic and soft tissue surgery. Furthermore, our assisting staff members all have years of training under their belts which includes patient monitoring, pre-anesthetic preparation, and post-op care. Call us at (407) 884-8924 to learn more.
Types of Surgeries We Offer for Dogs and Cats
Dr. Greer and his fellow veterinarians are skilled in a large variety of surgical procedures, including cat and dog cataract surgery, knee surgery for dogs, and dog ACL surgery.
Some of our core surgeries include:
- Routine spay and neuter
- Tumor removal
- Foreign body removal
- Abdominal exploratory surgery
- Bladder stone removal
- Cherry eye surgery
- Eyelid surgery (for bulldogs)
- And more
Advanced Surgeries
At Pet Care Center of Apopka, Dr. Greer can perform a variety of major surgeries with great care and skill. A couple of notable procedures include:
- Cruciate ligament (ACL) repair: A ruptured cranial cruciate ligament is very painful for dogs and, in addition to impacting their mobility, can worsen without treatment. With ACL repair, we can restore the functionality of the ligament, improve your pet's mobility, and eliminate their pain.
- Stenotic nares surgery: Brachycephalic dogs and cats (Pugs, English Bulldogs, Persian cats) have a condition called stenotic nares, where the nostrils are unusually narrow and result in serious breathing difficulty. The grunting and snorting noises these breeds often make are a sign of this difficulty, and the need for correction to improve the pet's quality of life. With surgery, stenotic nares can be corrected, and your pet's breathing can greatly improve.
What You Can Expect for Your Pet's Safety While in Surgery
It’s perfectly normal to be concerned for your pet’s safety while they’re in surgery, but we hope we can put your concerns to rest.
- All dogs and cats are monitored closely and extensively before, during, and after their surgical procedure, and we use the latest and best monitoring equipment.
- We also perform pre-anesthetic exams and blood work to ensure that our patients are in the best health before being anesthetized.
- Your pet is kept warm and comfortable with blankets during and after surgery, so their body temperature doesn’t drop too low.
- We offer custom pain management options that best suit your pet’s needs so they can recover more easily.
