At Alpha Animal Hospital located in Campbell, CA, we strive to make all of our clients and patients as comfortable as possible and confident in the knowledge that you made the right decision by choosing our veterinary hospital for your pets' surgical procedures. Before we begin our FAQs about pet surgery, let us reassure you that it's perfectly normal to have concerns and be apprehensive about your pets' procedure. If you don't find the answers you need here, please don't hesitate to reach out to our office.
Typically, most surgeries do require your pet to be put under general anesthesia. This is for the comfort and well-being of your pet, as well as for the safety of the vet team.
2. Why Can’t My Pet Eat before Surgery?
It is recommended that your pet not eat after the night before the procedure/surgery. This is to reduce the chances of complications from the anesthesia.
3. Is Pet Surgery Risky?
While all procedures/surgeries carry a certain level of risk, most of them are completed without any significant complications. Pets are given a pre-surgical exam to ensure they are healthy enough to undergo the procedure and they are monitored carefully during and after to ensure there are no problems.
4. What Can I Expect at Home?
Your pet will likely be given a collar to wear which will prevent him from biting the stitches. He will be groggy for a day or two after surgery and probably won't want to eat much but be sure to offer small meals and plenty of water. Allow him to rest in a quiet, comfortable space, away from other pets and small children. You'll also likely need to administer pain medication and antibiotics, as well as clean and change the wound dressing as directed by the vet.
Get Veterinary Care and a Pet Procedure/Surgery from a Veterinarian Near You
If you're in the Campbell, CA, area and need pet care, our professionals at Alpha Animal Hospital are her to help. Feel free to give us a call at (408) 559-7700 for veterinary care and a pet procedure/surgery from a veterinarian near you.
