At some point in your active or senior pet’s life, he or she may need veterinary surgery. It may be a planned treatment strategy, or it may be a critical, pet health emergency. In either case, our pet hospital provides the Houston, TX urban area with the highest quality animal surgical services.

PET HEALTH EMERGENCIES

We take emergencies when possible Monday through Friday during regular hours of operation. If your beloved pet is suffering from an obvious injury or unknown cause, call our hospital right away.

PLANNED VETERINARY SURGERIES

Even though your pet’s surgery may be planned, it’s no less traumatic for you and your pet. That’s why everything we do before, during, and after an operation or procedure is about your pet’s comfort and safety.

Pre-operative blood work and an exam will be necessary to implement anesthesia safely and effectively. Next, our animal hospital provides a sterile environment for any operation or procedure we perform. And finally, we’ll send you home with after-care instructions on things like bathing, feeding, and medication delivery.

ANESTHESIA

Modern veterinary medicine is a wonderful thing, and anesthetics are one reason why so many of your animal’s health issues can be treated effectively. But it is not without risk. Experts say that roughly 1 in 100,000 dogs or cats will have a negative reaction to anesthetics. This can be as minor as swelling at the injection site to life-threatening shock. Pre-existing diseases raise this risk, and that’s why our veterinarians examine your pet before any operation or procedure is done.

Available Surgeries

Vulvoplasty (Episioplasty)
What is a vulvoplasty? A vulvoplasty or episioplasty is a reconstructive surgery to remove skin from around the vulva. This procedure may be recommended for female dogs with excess tissue around the vulva due to…
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Orthopedic Implant Removals
What is an implant removal procedure? During an implant removal procedure, the orthopedic devices used to stabilize your pet’s joint or injury during the initial surgery—such as a TPLO—are removed. Implants include any material placed…
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Gastrointestinal Foreign Body Removal
What is gastrointestinal foreign body removal? Gastrointestinal (GI) foreign body surgery is the removal of foreign (non-food) material from a pet’s digestive tract. The type and extent of your pet’s procedure will depend on the…
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Splenectomy
What is a splenectomy? A splenectomy is the surgical removal of a pet’s spleen, an abdominal organ that helps filter blood and supports various immune functions. A splenectomy is considered a major abdominal surgery and…
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Gastropexy
What is a gastropexy? A gastropexy is a prophylactic surgical procedure in which the stomach is secured or tacked to the abdominal wall. This prevents gastric dilatation volvulus or GDV (“bloat”), in which the stomach…
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Cystotomy
What is a cystotomy? A cystotomy is an abdominal surgery that involves making an incision into the bladder, usually to remove bladder stones. A cystotomy can be an emergency procedure if the bladder stones or…
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Cherry Eye Surgery
What is cherry eye surgery? Cherry eye surgery involves the surgical replacement of the third eyelid gland. The nictitating membrane, or “third eyelid,” is a thin membrane located in the inner corner of the eye.…
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Mass Removal
Masses come in all shapes and sizes and can grow anywhere in the body. At Oak Forest Veterinary Hospital, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan for your pet to prioritize their unique needs. The information…
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Amputation
What is amputation surgery for pets? Amputation is the surgical removal of a pet’s body part, such as a forelimb, hindlimb, or digits (toes).  Amputation surgery at Oak Forest Veterinary Hospital includes multi-modal pain management…
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Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO)
What is a femoral head ostectomy (FHO)? Femoral head ostectomy is an orthopedic surgery to reduce discomfort caused by hip dysplasia and other diseases involving the femoral head. During an FHO, the head of the…
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Mastectomy
What is a mastectomy in pets? A mastectomy is the surgical removal of mammary tissue in dogs and cats. A mastectomy may involve an isolated area or multiple areas along the mammary chain. Because mammary…
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Hernia Repair
Dogs and cats can have several types of hernias, including congenital hernias that are present at birth and those that develop due to strain or injury. The Oak Forest Veterinary Hospital veterinarians provide surgical correction…
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New clients save $20 on veterinary services on your first visit to Oak Forest Veterinary Hospital.
Valid for new clients only. (Client refers to person, not patient.)
Applies to services provided by doctor.
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