Depending on your pet's medical concerns, surgery may be the best course of action to keep them healthy. There are a variety of reasons why your pet may need surgery, such as:

• Blockages: If your pet swallows something that they shouldn't and develops a blockage, they may require surgery to remove it.

• Cancer: While not necessary for all types of cancer, surgery may be beneficial for the removal of some or all of your pet's cancerous tumors.

• Fracture Repairs: Your pet may need surgery to repair a ligament or bone fracture. Common procedures are:

  • Carpal and Tarsus Arthrodesis - procedures designed to restore limb function and relieve pain.

• TPLO Surgery: a procedure that treats the ligament rupture in an animal’s knee joints. This surgery is most common amongst orthopedic surgical procedures, producing an effective long-term solution for the injury.

• Surgery to repair Osteochondritis Dissecans: a joint disease that can affect the pet’s shoulders, elbows and knees.

Here at Veterinary Surgical Specialists, we have a skilled surgeon, advanced tools and technologies, and fully equipped surgical suites to assist your pet with any surgical needs they may have. Learn more about our highly-qualified veterinary surgeon in Spokane, WA, below.