Surgery
KEEPING YOUR PET HEALTHY LONG-TERM
Forest Park Animal Clinic offers surgery services for your pet. We are able to perform a wide range of surgeries including spaying/neutering and soft-tissue procedures.
All our procedures are performed with modern anesthetic monitoring. We also provide post-operative support to ensure that your pet is sent home safe and comfortable.
UNDERSTANDING ANESTHESIA
Prior to your pets surgical procedure we will conduct a thorough evalutaion to asess your pets overall health and determine the best anesthesia protocol to ensure your pet stays safe and comfortable during their procedure. Throughout the procedure your pets vital signs will be monitored by one of our experienced veternarians to make sure that they are safe and comfortable.
Why Spay/Neuter?
KEEPING YOUR PET HEALTHY LONG-TERM
Spaying and neutering your pet are essential in preventing unwanted pregnancies but they also help reduce your pets risk of developing certain health complications. Read more reasons to have your pet spayed/neutered below.
Less Mess
Neutered male cats are less likely to mark territory with strong-smelling urine. Spayed female dogs won't go into heat or experience vaginal discharge that can last two weeks or more (diapers are often needed to prevent the discharge from causing messes in the pet's home).
Easier to Live With
Neutered male dogs may be less likely to show unwanted mounting behaviors. Spayed female cats will not display their rears or cry to be let outdoors to find a mate like when in heat.
Healthier Males
Neutering reduces the risk of prostate disease and painful hernias in dogs.
Healthier Females
Spaying will protect your pet from developing uterine infections, as well as uterine and ovarian cancer. It also reduces your pet's risk of developing other serious diseases such as mammary gland cancer.
Less Roaming
Did you know that 85% of dogs hit by cars are not neutered? Neutered male cats and dogs do not have the desire to roam away from home in search of a mate.
Less Fighting
Neutered male cats tend to fight less with each other. Reduced fighting means less nighttime yowling and fewer injuries.
Saves Money
It is expensive to care for litters of puppies or kittens. Mother cats and dogs need extra care as they nurse, including special food. Additional supplies are necessary to keep your home clean and puppies or kittens happy.
Family Planning
This is the only 100% effective method of preventing unplanned cat & dog litters.