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Neutering is an operation in which both testicles are removed. Your pet will be sterile and free from hormonal influences (testosterone).

Prior to surgery, all patients receive a thorough preanesthetic physical exam. All potential problems result in a phone call to you and are discussed at that time.  Presurgical EKG’s can also be performed prior to administering anesthesia.

We also highly recommend having preanesthetic bloodwork done prior to surgery.  This bloodwork checks your pet's liver and kidney functions to make certain that they are working properly and can adequately flush the anesthetic from your pet's body.  This is a great safety measure you can do for your pet, and may be required if your pet is older or has other health concerns.

Since neutering is a surgical procedure, it is performed with the pet placed under a general anesthesia. The pet sleeps through the entire operation. Your pet’s safety is our primary concern therefore we use the safest anesthesia for your individual pet. The surgery is performed in an operating room by one of our licensed veterinarians. They are scrubbed and gloved and use a freshly sterilized surgical instrument pack for each individual patient to help prevent post surgical infections. We have special warming mats to keep your pet warm and comfortable during the surgery. Your pet will have an IV catheter and IV fluids during the procedure to keep their blood pressure regulated and provide IV access if it is needed.  During surgery your pet’s vital signs are constantly monitored and recorded by one of our licensed technicians. Your pet will also receive a complimentary nail trim.

After surgery, our veterinarians and technicians carefully monitor each patient until he is fully awake and stable. No pet is released from our hospital until we are satisfied that he is fully recovered from the anesthetic and stable from surgery. All cats and dogs can go home that afternoon once the veterinarian has determined they have recovered  and are stable.

Very little care is required at home after hospital discharge. Usually there are no sutures to be removed. We do ask that your pet be restricted in activity for the first week after surgery and that the incision be kept clean and dry as possible. No bathing or swimming should be allowed. Some pets may lick excessively at the incision, irritating the site and causing complications with healing. Try not to allow this and call the clinic if it persists.

We strive to perform the neuter, and all our surgical procedures, with the highest medical standards set forth by our profession. If you have any questions about this procedure or your pet, please do not hesitate to ask our trained staff personnel or one of our veterinarians. Whenever you are ready to schedule your pet’s neuter operation, just call. Our receptionists will be happy to set up the appointment and give you further instructions.