At Gardens Animal Hospital, we know your pets are part of the family. When it comes to decisions like spaying or neutering, it’s normal to feel a little nervous. After all, your furry friend is heading into surgery! The good news? Spay and neuter procedures are safe, routine, and one of the best ways to help your pet live a happy, healthy life. Let’s walk through what you can expect before, during, and after surgery—step by step.
Before Surgery: Getting Ready
Before your pet’s spay or neuter, our team will guide you through the process. Typically, we’ll ask you to keep your pet from eating the night before surgery (water is usually okay). This helps keep them safe under anesthesia.
We’ll also perform a quick exam to make sure your dog or cat is healthy enough for surgery. If your pet is especially young or a little older, we may recommend blood work to be extra sure everything looks good. Don’t worry—you’ll always know exactly what’s happening and why.
During Surgery: Safe and Sound
This is the part where pet parents usually feel the most nervous. But here’s the truth: spay and neuter surgeries are some of the most common procedures we do at Gardens Animal Hospital. Our veterinary team is highly trained, and we use modern equipment to make sure your pet stays comfortable and safe from start to finish.
While your pet is asleep, we’ll carefully perform the procedure. They won’t feel pain, and our staff will monitor their heart rate, breathing, and comfort the entire time.
After Surgery: Recovery and TLC
When your pet wakes up, they may feel a little groggy—just like people do after anesthesia. We’ll give you clear instructions on how to care for them at home. Usually, that means:
- Rest is best – Keep your pet calm and avoid too much running or jumping.
- Watch the incision – Check the surgical site daily for redness, swelling, or discharge.
- Use the “cone of shame” – Nobody likes it, but it keeps your pet from licking the stitches.
- Follow-up check – We’ll schedule a visit to make sure your pet is healing well.
Most pets bounce back quickly. In just a week or two, they’re usually back to their normal playful selves.
Why Choose Gardens Animal Hospital?
We know you’re trusting us with something very precious—your pet’s health. That’s why our caring doctors and staff treat every pet as if they were our own. From preparation to recovery, we’ll guide you every step of the way and answer all your questions.
Spaying and neutering doesn’t just help prevent surprise litters—it also reduces certain health risks and can improve behavior. It’s one of the most important gifts you can give your pet.
Ready to schedule your pet’s spay or neuter? Contact Gardens Animal Hospital today. We’ll make the process easy, safe, and stress-free—for both you and your pet.
