Veterinary Surgery
We offer a comprehensive range of surgical procedures for cats and dogs at our Baton Rouge clinic, all of which adhere to stringent surgical protocols.
Using electronic patient monitoring equipment, a dedicated nurse will administer anesthesia and monitor your pet continuously during each surgery. Additionally, pain management services will be available.
Our primary focus following surgery is on post-operative monitoring and pain management. Additionally, your veterinarian will give you detailed instructions on how to care for your pet at home.
What to Expect from Veterinary Surgery
We always keep you fully informed of our reasons for recommending a surgical procedure and any post-operative care your pet will require at home. At our clinic, we adhere to strict surgical protocols.
Surgical Procedures
At Kleinpeter Veterinary Hospital, we perform medical and emergency surgeries to assist in the treatment of disease and conditions in pets, as well as to repair trauma-related injuries.
Elective and non-elective surgeries are routinely performed by our Baton Rouge veterinarians:
- Soft Tissue Surgery
For pets suffering from ear, nose, and throat disorders, we offer soft tissue surgical procedures.
These procedures are also available for hepatic, urogenital, oncological, cardiothoracic, gastrointestinal, and skin disorders.
- Spaying & Neutering
When we spay or neuter a cat or dog, we are surgically sterilizing them to prevent disease and extend their life.
- Mass Removal
Cats and dogs can develop skin masses. Additionally, masses can grow inside a body cavity and pose a serious or life-threatening threat.
Mass removal surgery is a fairly common procedure for both cats and dogs.
- Foreign Body
Sometimes, foreign objects are ingested or can get stuck inside a cat's or dog's body.
Whether your pet ate something they should not have or was injured in an accident, we can perform foreign body surgery to remove it.
In some instances, pet surgery requires specialized skills or equipment. If this is the case with your animal, your veterinarian will refer you to a cat or dog surgeon in the Baton Rouge area who will work closely with your veterinarian to ensure your dog or cat receives the best care possible.
- Wounds
When living tissue is cut, broken, burned, torn, or otherwise damaged, wounds result.
These wounds must be cleaned, disinfected, and treated appropriately as soon as possible by a qualified veterinarian.
- Dental Surgery
Our veterinarians provide dental surgeries for dogs and cats. These surgeries can range from tooth extractions to gum disease treatment and jaw fracture repairs.
The Pet Surgery Process
We understand how frightening it can be to bring your pet in for pet surgery. Please rest assured that we will only recommend surgery if it is in your furry companion's best interest.
We will ensure that you understand fully why we are recommending surgery and that you feel comfortable proceeding.
If your pet requires advanced care, our veterinarians will refer you to a veterinarian in the Baton Rouge area and will work closely with your veterinarian to ensure your pet receives the best care possible.
Surgical protocols at our clinic include:
Pre-surgical assessments. We will confirm the procedure's specifics, conduct a physical examination of the patient, and ensure that blood tests have been completed and reviewed by the veterinarian to ascertain whether your pet is at risk of anesthesia-related complications.
Dedicated surgical suites. Surgical procedures are carried out in a dedicated surgical suite. To avoid infection and cross-contamination, this room is kept completely sterile.
Surgical attire. When our staff is in the surgical suite, they are required to wear disposable caps and masks at all times. Additionally, those performing the procedure will wear sterile gowns and single-use gloves.
Sterile packs and equipment. Prior to each surgery, we meticulously clean, sterilize, and wrap our surgical instruments and equipment.
New Patients Welcome
Kleinpeter Veterinary Hospital is accepting new patients! Our experienced vets are passionate about the health of Baton Rouge companion animals. Get in touch today to book your pet's first appointment.