Soft Tissue Surgery
Surgery is often the most effective way to treat many serious injuries and disorders, and Whiskers & Tails Floyd Veterinary Hospital is proud to offer skilled surgical care and advanced equipment. Our hospital provides most routine soft-tissue surgeries including:
- Spay/Neuter
- Dental
- Foreign body removal
- Tumor removal
- Bladder stone removal
For more advanced procedures, we can refer your pet to a trusted specialist for care.
Patient safety and comfort is our main priority. Whiskers & Tails Floyd Veterinary Hospital’s experienced veterinary technicians provide skilled pain management during and after all surgical procedures, ensuring your pet recovers quickly and with minimum discomfort.
Our veterinary team will walk you through the entire process, giving you the tools to make informed decisions regarding your pet’s treatment options. We understand surgery is a stressful time for any owner, and we’re available every step of the way to answer questions and put your mind at ease.If you have questions or are considering surgery for your pet, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 540-745-3000.
Orthopedic Surgery
It’s extremely common for dogs—especially older and overweight dogs—to rupture their cranial cruciate ligaments (CCL). This ligament is found in the knee and its human equivalent is the anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL. When a dog ruptures this ligament, their knee joint becomes unstable and they will limp on the affected limb. Because CCL tears cause such significant mobility issues for pets, it’s important to get these injuries treated as quickly as possible.
At Whiskers & Tails Floyd Veterinary Hospital, our surgeons perform orthopedic surgeries like cranial cruciate ligament repairs. We recommend a procedure called a tibial plateau leveling osteotomy or TPLO for dogs weighing more than twenty pounds. For smaller dogs and cats, we treat the torn CCL using a technique called extracapsular repair or lateral suture.
Our surgeons have experience in both procedures and will consult with you about the preferred method for your pet. The best surgical option for your dog will generally depend on the size and age of your dog.