Common Surgical Procedures
We perform all common surgical procedures at Desert Tails Animal Clinic. Common
surgical procedures that we perform include:
- Spaying and Neutering
- Declawing (with or without laser)
- Bladder surgery
- Intestinal surgery
- Splenectomy
- Laceration repair
- Tumor removal
- Dentals
We offer extensive in house lab work, IV catheters and IV fluids to all our patients.
Our modern surgical suite is state-of-the-art. A trained technician closely monitors
your pet throughout surgery. We also utilize computerized equipment to monitor your
pet's heart rate, blood pressure, and blood oxygen saturation. The doctor wears
cap, mask, sterile gown, and sterile gloves.
After surgeries, patients are recovered quietly. Our trained staff will give your
pet all the attention necessary to ensure a smooth recovery.
Non-emergency surgeries are scheduled by appointment. Please call if you discover
you cannot keep your appointment. Patients undergoing a surgical procedure must
be current on all vaccines.
Please withhold food after 10:00pm the night before the surgery. Water may still
be left down until morning.
All surgeries are performed on an out-patient basis. Drop off is at 8:00am with
pick up generally after 3:30pm the same day. We will provide you with specific home-care
instructions when you pick your pet up.