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Surgery
Dr. Ridlen is able to perform surgeries on the premises and care for pets both before and after surgical procedures. If surgery is recommended, a pre-surgical examination is performed to assess your pet's health and ability to have surgery. Additionally, blood tests may be recommended. Most animals are able to go home the same day as the surgery. Facilities are available for those animals needing further hospital care.
Surgical Procedures for Small Animals
- General surgery
- Spaying of female pets
- Neutering of male pets
- Tumor removal
- Biopsy
- Abdominal procedures
- Caesarean section
- Exploratory surgery
- Dewclaw removal
- Declaw procedure
- Orthopedic repairs
- Ear flushing and surgical care
- Aspiration of lumps and bumps
Surgical Procedures for Large Animals
- General surgery
- Birthing assistance
- Caesarean section
- Castration
- Dehorning of cows, sheep, and goats
- Power floating of teeth
- Uterine biopsy
- Aspirations of lumps and bumps
- Bladder stone removal
After surgery, animals are closely monitored by Dr. Ridlen and the staff. Hospitalized patients are visiting late in the evening for 10:00pm rounds and during the night, if necessary. In addition, Dr. Ridlen maintains close relationships with surgical specialists in the area. If necessary, patients can be referred to local specialists for care.