Surgery Protocol

Surgical Admissions

• Presurgical bloodwork is recommended and sometimes required for anesthetic procedures
• Consent forms must be signed prior to surgery
• No Food or Water after midnight before surgery
• Drop off patient at 8:00 am
• Current contact information is needed for updates during and after surgery

During Surgery Day

• Specific time of surgery for your pet depends on the amount of procedures that day
• Feel free to call and check at any time
• You may call for a status report by the end of the day

After Surgery

• Follow your veterinarian’s discharging instructions
• Sutures or staples are removed in 10 days unless told otherwise
• Monitor your pets incision for redness and swelling
• Monitor your pets appetite and water consumption
• Maintain bandages and administer medications as instructed by your veterinarian
• Any changes in your pets condition that concern you, please feel free to contact us.
• Return for a follow up as directed by your veterinarian