Our veterinary team performs a number of surgical procedures for Torrance and Carson pets. From soft tissue surgery to spaying & neutering, we strive to provide the highest quality veterinary care.
Experienced Surgical Care
We offer a number of different surgical procedures for dogs and cats at Torrance Companion Animal Hospital using surgical techniques and strict safety protocols.
During each surgery, a dedicated team member will administer anesthesia and monitor your pet using advanced patient monitoring equipment. We will also be sure to provide pain management services.
After the procedure is completed, post-operative monitoring and continued pain management are our top priority. Once your pet is able to return home with you, we will also provide with with post-operative instructions for you to follow to help ensure their speedy and safe recovery.
What to Expect from Surgery
Our veterinary team will always make sure we keep you informed as to why we are recommending surgery for your pet and up to date on what you can do for post-operative care. We also follow strict surgical protocols at our clinic.
Surgical Procedures
At Torrance Companion Animal Hospital, we perform routine surgeries to help treat disease and conditions in pets or to repair injuries sustained through trauma.
Our veterinarians may perform or refer the following elective and non-elective surgeries:
- Soft Tissue Surgery
We offer soft tissue surgical procedures for pets suffering from ear, throat and nose disorders.
These kinds of procedures can also be used to treat cardiothoracic, gastrointestinal, urogenital, oncological, hepatic and skin disorders.
- Ocular
If your pet is experiencing pain and redness among other symptoms in and around their eyes, they may need ocular surgery.
In dogs and cats, common ocular surgical procedures include, cataract surgery, entropion surgery, eyelid tumor removal, cherry eye surgery and exenteration of the orbit.
- Wounds
Wounds occur when living tissue has been cut, broken, burnt, torn or otherwise damaged.
Its is incredibly important that such injuries be cleaned, disinfected and cared for appropriately by a professional as soon as possible.
- Spaying & Neutering
When spaying or neutering a cat or dog, our veterinary team surgically sterilizes them in order to prevent disease and provide them with an extended life expectancy.
- Dental Surgery
Our veterinary team provides dental surgeries for dogs and cats. These surgeries can address issues ranging from gum disease and tooth decay to jaw fracture repairs.
Surgery Process & Protocols
The prospect of bringing in your pet for surgery can be an anxiety-inducing one. Rest assured, we only recommend surgery if it is the best option for your companion animal.
We will also ensure that we communicate our reasons for recommending surgery , and that we do everything we are able to in order to make you as comfortable as possible throughout the process.
Surgical protocols at our clinic include:
- Pre-surgical assessments
- Dedicated surgical suites
- Surgical attire
- Sterile packs and equipment