Your Pet's Surgery
Veterinary Surgery at All Pets Animal Hospital in Peoria
Whether performing a routine surgery or an emergency procedure, you can have confidence that the veterinarians and staff at All Pets Animal Hospital will work hard to ensure each procedure is thorough, done with the utmost expertise and is as stress-free as possible for both you and your pet.
At All Pets Animal Hospital, we fully understand the decision to allow your pet to undergo surgery is never an easy one. To that end, we are happy to answer any questions regarding your pet's specific surgery. In fact, a pre-surgical consultation is an essential part of the process. Additionally, the medical staff is happy to provide you with information on postoperative care to ensure a rapid return to your pet's happy, healthy self.
State-of-the-Art Surgical Pet Facility
All Pets Animal Hospital's state-of-the-art veterinary surgical facility ensures procedures are both as safe and efficient as possible. Veterinary technology is advancing at a rapid pace. These advancements, combined with your veterinarian's expertise, greatly reduce the risk for complications and allow us to perform surgical procedures quickly and accurately.
Before Your Pet's Surgery
Before your pet undergoes any surgical procedure, a thorough examination takes place. This exam may include a pre-surgical blood screen—which, along with your pet's anesthetic history, breed, pre-existing conditions and age—will be used to determine a unique anesthesia protocol. These tests have the added benefit of establishing a baseline for the comparison of future blood tests, should your pet require any.
Safe Anesthesia For Your Pet
For most surgical procedures, anesthesia is required. While under anesthesia, your pet is continuously monitored by both staff and specialized anesthesia monitoring technology.
Comprehensive Pain Management
Just as with humans, pain has many negative effects on pets that go beyond physical discomfort. Pain after surgery can slow healing and worsen diseases like arthritis. Because animals don't understand why they are experiencing pain, this sudden change in comfort can cause behavioral issues and interfere with the bond between you and your pet.
To minimize your pet's discomfort, we typically use a combination of local anesthetics, NSAIDs and narcotic pain relievers. The exact protocol is tailored to each animal, and depends on a number of factors that are determined by the pre-surgery exam and during the procedure.
Caring For Your Pet After Surgery
The amount of time your pet will need to be monitored after surgery varies. When your pet is discharged, your veterinarian will provide you with information on proper home care after surgery. Often, your pet will be prescribed medication. If this is the case, we will explain how and when to administer it. We will also be available to answer questions after your pet arrives home. Contact us at (623) 334-3030 with any questions or concerns following surgery and we will be more than happy to help you.
