Surgery
We offer a wide range of soft tissue surgical procedures to address medical conditions that affect the internal organs, skin, and other non-bony tissues. Whether your pet requires a routine surgery or a more complex intervention, our experienced team is here to provide skilled, compassionate care throughout the process.
Soft tissue surgeries are often necessary to treat conditions that affect a pet’s comfort, quality of life, or overall health. We use modern surgical techniques and follow strict safety protocols to promote a smooth recovery and the best possible outcome for your pet. |
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Common soft tissue procedures we perform include:
Spays/Neuters- Routine surgical procedures that remove a pet’s reproductive organs. Beyond preventing unwanted litters, these surgeries offer significant long-term health benefits and can help reduce behavioral issues—contributing to a happier, healthier life for your pet.
Mass Removals – For evaluation and removal of skin or internal growths, both benign and cancerous.
Bladder Stone Removal – To relieve pain and urinary issues caused by stones in the bladder.
Ear Hematoma Correction – To treat fluid-filled swellings in the ear, reducing discomfort and preventing long-term damage.
If your pet’s needs go beyond our capabilities, we work closely with trusted board-certified veterinary surgeons to provide appropriate referrals and ensure your pet receives the best possible care.
Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring
Our staff keep your pet’s safety and comfort a top priority. We take every precaution to ensure safe, effective anesthesia and vigilant monitoring during all surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Before any procedure requiring anesthesia, we perform a thorough physical exam and pre-anesthetic bloodwork. This helps us evaluate your pet’s overall health and reduce anesthetic risk by identifying any underlying conditions. During the procedure, a trained veterinary technician monitors your pet continuously, tracking key vital signs including heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, body temperature and oxygen saturation.
This real-time monitoring allows us to respond quickly to even subtle changes and ensures your pet remains stable and safe throughout their procedure and recovery.
Multimodal Pain Management
We utilize multimodal pain management, combining both local and general anesthesia to optimize your pet’s comfort. This approach allows us to keep your pet at a lighter plane of general anesthesia while still providing excellent pain control. The result is safer anesthesia with more stable vital signs, including better blood pressure and temperature regulation—helping your pet recover faster and feel better sooner.
General Anesthesia
Some procedures require your pet to be fully unconscious and pain-free under general anesthesia. We understand that many pet owners have concerns about anesthesia, and we’re here to address those with transparency and care.
Modern veterinary anesthetics are very safe, and we follow strict protocols to minimize risk. Most general anesthetic procedures begin with a sedative to reduce anxiety and discomfort. Next, an intravenous anesthetic is administered, followed by placement of a breathing tube in the trachea. An inhaled gas anesthetic combined with oxygen is then used to maintain anesthesia throughout the procedure.
From start to finish, your pet is carefully monitored by our trained staff to ensure a smooth and safe experience.
Local Anesthesia
For less invasive procedures, such as small mass removals or biopsies, we may use local anesthesia to numb a specific area of the body. This prevents pain at the site of the procedure without requiring full sedation or general anesthesia. In some cases, a mild sedative or anti-anxiety medication may be given alongside the local anesthetic to help keep your pet relaxed and calm.
At Lake Forest Park Animal Hospital, our goal is to provide safe, effective surgical care that supports your pet’s health and comfort. Every patient receives a customized anesthesia plan tailored to their age, health status, and procedure. If you have questions or concerns about a recommended surgery or anesthetic risks, our team is always available to discuss them and help you feel confident in your pet’s care.
Spays/Neuters- Routine surgical procedures that remove a pet’s reproductive organs. Beyond preventing unwanted litters, these surgeries offer significant long-term health benefits and can help reduce behavioral issues—contributing to a happier, healthier life for your pet.
Mass Removals – For evaluation and removal of skin or internal growths, both benign and cancerous.
Bladder Stone Removal – To relieve pain and urinary issues caused by stones in the bladder.
Ear Hematoma Correction – To treat fluid-filled swellings in the ear, reducing discomfort and preventing long-term damage.
If your pet’s needs go beyond our capabilities, we work closely with trusted board-certified veterinary surgeons to provide appropriate referrals and ensure your pet receives the best possible care.
Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring
Our staff keep your pet’s safety and comfort a top priority. We take every precaution to ensure safe, effective anesthesia and vigilant monitoring during all surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Before any procedure requiring anesthesia, we perform a thorough physical exam and pre-anesthetic bloodwork. This helps us evaluate your pet’s overall health and reduce anesthetic risk by identifying any underlying conditions. During the procedure, a trained veterinary technician monitors your pet continuously, tracking key vital signs including heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, body temperature and oxygen saturation.
This real-time monitoring allows us to respond quickly to even subtle changes and ensures your pet remains stable and safe throughout their procedure and recovery.
Multimodal Pain Management
We utilize multimodal pain management, combining both local and general anesthesia to optimize your pet’s comfort. This approach allows us to keep your pet at a lighter plane of general anesthesia while still providing excellent pain control. The result is safer anesthesia with more stable vital signs, including better blood pressure and temperature regulation—helping your pet recover faster and feel better sooner.
General Anesthesia
Some procedures require your pet to be fully unconscious and pain-free under general anesthesia. We understand that many pet owners have concerns about anesthesia, and we’re here to address those with transparency and care.
Modern veterinary anesthetics are very safe, and we follow strict protocols to minimize risk. Most general anesthetic procedures begin with a sedative to reduce anxiety and discomfort. Next, an intravenous anesthetic is administered, followed by placement of a breathing tube in the trachea. An inhaled gas anesthetic combined with oxygen is then used to maintain anesthesia throughout the procedure.
From start to finish, your pet is carefully monitored by our trained staff to ensure a smooth and safe experience.
Local Anesthesia
For less invasive procedures, such as small mass removals or biopsies, we may use local anesthesia to numb a specific area of the body. This prevents pain at the site of the procedure without requiring full sedation or general anesthesia. In some cases, a mild sedative or anti-anxiety medication may be given alongside the local anesthetic to help keep your pet relaxed and calm.
At Lake Forest Park Animal Hospital, our goal is to provide safe, effective surgical care that supports your pet’s health and comfort. Every patient receives a customized anesthesia plan tailored to their age, health status, and procedure. If you have questions or concerns about a recommended surgery or anesthetic risks, our team is always available to discuss them and help you feel confident in your pet’s care.
