Surgery for Dogs, Cats & Exotic Pets
Our team has extensive experience performing surgery on dogs, cats, and a wide range of exotic pets. We understand the concerns that many pet owners have when bringing their beloved pets in for surgery, especially exotic pets.
Before surgery, we examine your pet and perform diagnostic tests to identify any risk factors associated with anesthesia. Then we develop a treatment plan that details the duration of the procedure, pain management, and any additional safety protocols.
Communication is a top priority for our team at Veterinary Medical Associates. We will keep you fully informed about why we are recommending a particular surgery for your pet, and explain any post-operative care your pet will need once they return home.
Safely Administering Anesthesia to Exotic Pets
Anesthesia for reptiles, exotic mammals, and birds requires equipment and methods different from those used with other species. You can rest assured that we are trained to safely administer anesthesia to exotic pets of all species.
Surgical Procedures for Dogs & Cats
At Veterinary Medical Associates, we perform elective and emergency surgeries to help treat disease and conditions in dogs and cats to repair injuries sustained through trauma.
Our Modesto veterinary team routinely perform the following elective and non-elective surgeries:
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Soft Tissue Surgery
Soft tissue surgery covers a range of procedures that involve the ears, nose, and throat, as well as mass removals and the treatment of flesh wounds. Almost all surgical procedures not covering the musculoskeletal system may be considered soft tissue surgery.
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Spaying & Neutering
Spay and neuter procedures are performed on cats or dogs to surgically sterilize them, prevent disease and provide these pets with an extended life expectancy.
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Ocular
Common ocular procedures for cats and dogs include ectropion surgery, entropion surgery and exenteration of the orbit.
If your cat or dog requires a veterinary surgical specialist to perform the surgery, our veterinarians will refer you to a pet surgeon near Modesto and work closely with your animal surgeon to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care.
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Mass Removal
Cats and dogs can develop masses associated with the skin. Masses can also grow inside a body cavity and can be serious or life-threatening.
Mass removal surgery is a fairly common procedure for both cats and dogs as well as many exotic pet species.
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Foreign Body
If your companion has eaten an object they shouldn't have or an accident has left them injured, we can perform foreign body surgery to remove it.
In some cases, specialized skills or equipment are needed to perform veterinary surgery. Should your pet require a surgical specialist, we will refer out to a board-certified veterinary surgeon to accomplish whatever surgical procedure your pet might need.
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Wounds
Wounds occur when living tissue has been cut, broken, burnt, torn, or otherwise damaged.
It is essential for wounds to be cleaned, disinfected, and appropriately cared for by a qualified veterinarian as soon as possible.
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Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic surgeries correct injuries and diseases of the bones, ligaments, joints, tendons, and other skeletal structures in your pet.
At Veterinary Medical Associates, we perform a range of orthopedic surgeries, including extracapsular surgery to treat cranial cruciate injuries in dogs.
If your dog or cat is suffering from a condition or injury that requires advanced specialized care a veterinary surgeon will refer your pet to the nearest specialist.
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Dental Surgery
Our veterinarians provide dental surgeries for dogs and cats. These surgeries can range from common tooth extractions and gum disease treatments to more complex jaw fracture repairs.
Surgical Services We Offer for Exotic Pets
Surgery can be used as a preventive measure or to restore good health to exotic pets.
We can perform a number of orthopedic surgeries to repair various types of fractures. These include broken wing repairs, broken leg repairs, pinning, and more.
We offer a number of number of preventive and medically necessary surgeries for small mammals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, ferrets, and rodents. Preventive surgeries include spay and neuters as well as molar filing. If your pet obtains a wound, eats something that they shouldn't, or develops a mass, we can perform the surgical services necessary to get them back to good health.
Surgical services for reptiles and amphibians can be performed when absolutely necessary. These surgeries can include egg removal, amputations, and abscess removals.
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Spaying & Neutering
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New Patients Welcome
Veterinary Medical Associates is accepting new patients! For over 50 years, our team has been setting the bar for exceptional veterinary care. Book your pet's first appointment today.
Hours
Saturday Appointments Available
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- Monday:08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Tuesday:08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Wednesday:08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Thursday:08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Friday:08:00 am - 06:00 pm
- Saturday:08:00 am - 01:00 pm
- Sunday:Closed
We may not always have a doctor on duty on Saturdays. In these cases, we are only open from 9:00am until 12:00pm for medication pickup.