Collierville Animal Clinic Offers Questions To Ask Before Pet Surgery

When a pet needs surgery, pet owners often have many questions and concerns. Veterinarians undergo extensive training to perform these surgeries and calculate the risk of complications carefully before the procedure is scheduled.

At Collierville Animal Clinic & Surgery Center in Collierville, TN, we are happy to answer all your questions about your pet’s surgery.

What Is My Pet’s Diagnosis?

Pet owners should ask exactly what their pet’s diagnosis is and why surgery is being done. This will help to reduce anxiety and help them to understand the process and the expected outcome.

How Many of These Surgeries Has the Veterinarian Performed?

A veterinarian that has performed a surgical procedure a number of times will have experience with potential risks and complications and will be prepared to deal with any problems encountered.

How Will My Pet Be Monitored During the Procedure?

Having your pet go under anesthesia can be stressful for pet owners. However, the vet will administer tests to ensure that the animal is healthy enough to undergo surgery safely. Anesthesia for pets is generally safe, and your pet’s heart rate and breathing will be carefully monitored during the procedure.

What Complications Can Occur With This Procedure?

When pet owners understand the possible complications that can occur with a surgery, they will be prepared for possible problems.

How Long Will My Pet Stay in the Hospital?

Most pet owners want their pets back at home as soon as possible. For some procedures, an animal may need to stay in the hospital for a period of time after surgery.

What Type of Care Will Be Needed at Home?

You may be required to change dressings, monitor the incision for infection, administer medications to prevent infection and manage pain, as well as providing the appropriate food and exercise while your pet recovers.

What Pain Medications Are Available For My Pet?

Your vet will provide appropriate pain medications for your pet immediately after the procedure to reduce discomfort. In the recovery period, you may be required to administer pain medication on a schedule, to ensure your pet is kept comfortable.

Make Collierville Animal Clinic Your Veterinarians for Pet Surgery

The veterinarians and staff at Collierville Animal Clinic & Surgery Center provide quality, compassionate care to all their patients in Collierville, TN, Germantown, Piperton and other communities. We are a full-service facility offering examinations, preventative care, vaccinations, dental care, urgent care, emergency care, treatment of toxic ingestion, orthopedic treatment, grooming and boarding.

Contact Collierville Animal Clinic & Surgery Center today at 901-853-8519 for an appointment to learn more about emergency pet care urgent care and surgical procedures we offer.