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Old Dominion features a full-service surgical suite where we use Isoflurane
(the safest gas anesthesia), and regulate all surgical patients with a
 Doppler heart monitor. We are pleased to be among the first veterinary
practices to offer laser surgery. The laser can replace the scalpel and
provides an alternative to traditional surgery. Laser energy does not crush,
tear, or bruise because only a beam of intense light contacts the tissue.
Your pet will experience less bleeding, less swelling, and less pain
post-operatively. The laser is very precise and reduces the risk of
infection, aiding your pet's recovery.
Our staff will be happy to discuss laser surgery options with you. Elective
surgeries such as spays or neuters may be scheduled by our receptionists.
Other surgical procedures may need to be scheduled in consultation with your pet's
veterinarian. Most pets will be admitted to the hospital the morning of
their surgery. It is important not to feed or provide water for your pet
after 9 P.M. the night before surgery, unless you are directed otherwise.
Some pets are required to stay overnight after surgery. Please arrange a
discharge time, when you drop off your pet, so that your veterinarian will be
available to discuss your pet's post-operative care with you.
Neutering your pet is an important part of pet ownership. Neutering will
prevent unwanted litters of puppies and kittens. It may help curb unwanted
behavioral problems. Lastly, neutering is important for your pet's health.
Neutering may help to prevent reproductive system diseases such as cancer.
The veterinarians at Old Dominion Animal Hospital are available to perform
Caesarean Sections, Fracture Repairs, Exploratories, Tumor Removals and other
surgical procedures as necessary. We have developed associations with
board-certified veterinary surgeons in case a specialized referral is
necessary.
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