Surgical Services for Dogs and Cats in San Francisco
Surgical services for dogs and cats in San Francisco at Ocean Avenue Veterinary Hospital cover elective procedures, urgent interventions, and complex reconstructive surgery. Every procedure is performed with modern anesthetic protocols, full vital sign monitoring, and multimodal pain management throughout recovery. Our surgical team includes veterinarians with experience in soft tissue surgery, orthopedic surgery, eye surgery, and emergency abdominal procedures. Walk in for urgent surgical concerns any time, or call to book an elective procedure.
Spay Surgery for Dogs and Cats in San Francisco
Spaying removes the uterus and ovaries, preventing unwanted pregnancies and eliminating heat cycles permanently. At OAVH, spay procedures are performed with individualized anesthetic protocols and multimodal pain management. Spaying removes the anatomical source of pyometra, a life-threatening uterine infection. Our team discusses the timing that is appropriate for your pet's breed, size, and health history before scheduling the procedure.
Neuter Surgery for Dogs and Cats
Neutering removes the testicles, preventing reproduction and reducing hormone-influenced behaviors. Ocean Avenue Veterinary Hospital uses safe anesthetic protocols and appropriate pain management for all neuter procedures. Neutering removes the testicles, which removes the anatomical basis for testicular cancer. It also reduces the likelihood of prostate problems in later life. Our team discusses timing based on your pet's breed, size, and individual health factors. We comply with all San Francisco Municipal Code requirements relating to pet sterilization.
Soft Tissue Surgery
Soft tissue surgery covers procedures on organs, skin, and non-bone structures. At OAVH, our team performs mass removals, wound repairs, bladder surgery, intestinal procedures, liver biopsies, and reconstructive surgery. Sterile surgical technique and appropriate pain management are used for every case. We discuss surgical options, expected outcomes, and recovery plans with you before every procedure and provide detailed home care instructions afterward.
Orthopedic Surgery for Dogs and Cats
Orthopedic surgery addresses bone, joint, and ligament injuries that cause pain and reduced mobility. At Ocean Avenue Veterinary Hospital, our team performs fracture repairs, cruciate ligament surgery, luxating patella correction, and joint stabilization procedures. Post-surgical rehabilitation guidance helps your pet recover strength and function. Complex cases requiring board-certified specialist involvement are referred appropriately. We use proper orthopedic implants and technique for optimal long-term outcomes.
Cesarean Section for Dogs and Cats
Cesarean section delivers puppies or kittens when natural birth is not possible or becomes dangerous for the mother or offspring. OAVH provides both emergency and planned C-sections with protocols designed for maternal and neonatal safety. Our team monitors the mother and each newborn throughout the procedure and provides immediate neonatal support when needed. Early recognition of dystocia, including prolonged labor without delivery or visible distress, is important, and prompt veterinary attention supports the best possible conditions for the mother and offspring.
Tumor Surgery and Mass Removal
Tumor removal aims to eliminate cancerous and benign masses with appropriate surgical margins. At OAVH, we evaluate tumor location, type, and staging to plan a suitable surgical approach. Pre-surgical assessments may include fine needle aspiration, bloodwork, and imaging. All removed masses are submitted for histopathology to guide further care decisions. Our goal is complete removal while preserving function and quality of life.
Eye Surgery
Ocular surgical procedures address conditions threatening vision and causing chronic pain. Ocean Avenue Veterinary Hospital performs cherry eye repair, entropion and ectropion correction, eyelid mass removal, and enucleation when medically necessary. Our surgical team uses specialized ophthalmic instruments and technique. Pre-surgical evaluation includes a thorough eye exam to determine the most appropriate approach for each individual patient.
Dental Surgery
Dental surgery goes beyond routine extractions to address complex oral conditions. OAVH performs surgical extractions of impacted teeth, jaw fracture repair, oral mass removal, and management of oronasal fistulas. Full-mouth digital dental radiographs guide surgical planning. Nerve blocks and multimodal pain management keep your pet comfortable during and after dental surgical procedures. Dental surgery is performed under general anesthesia for safety and thoroughness.
Abdominal Surgery: Exploratory, Enterotomy, Gastrotomy, Cystotomy, and Splenectomy
OAVH performs exploratory laparotomy to investigate unexplained symptoms when non-invasive assessments are inconclusive, as well as enterotomy and gastrotomy for foreign body removal and intestinal biopsy. Cystotomy removes urinary stones causing obstruction or recurrent infections. All removed stones are submitted for analysis to guide preventive dietary recommendations. Splenectomy, performed for splenic masses or rupture, is available as both a planned and emergency procedure, with blood typing and transfusion preparedness in place.
FAQs
Ocean Avenue Veterinary Hospital provides surgical care for dogs and cats in San Francisco, available 24 hours a day. Call (415) 586-5327 to schedule an elective procedure or walk in any time for urgent surgical needs. Open 24 hours a day.