San Juan Veterinary Hospital offers a wide range of surgical procedures to help pets receive the care they need in a safe, professional, and compassionate environment. From routine spays and neuters to more advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures, our veterinary team is here to support your pet before, during, and after surgery.
Porcupine Quill Extraction
Porcupine quills can become deeply embedded in a pet’s face, mouth, paws, or body. Because quills can break, migrate, and cause infection, professional removal is important. Our…
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Cheat Seed (Grass Awn) Removal
Cheat seeds, also known as grass awns, can become embedded in a pet’s skin, ears, nose, paws, or other areas. These plant materials can migrate and cause…
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Abscess Surgery
Abscesses are painful pockets of infection that can develop after bites, wounds, or foreign material under the skin. Surgical treatment may include draining, cleaning, and flushing the…
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Aural Hematoma Repair
An aural hematoma occurs when blood collects within the ear flap, often due to shaking, scratching, or an underlying ear problem. Surgical repair may be needed to…
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Laceration Repair
Laceration repair is performed to clean, close, and treat wounds caused by cuts, bites, accidents, or trauma. Proper wound care helps reduce the risk of infection and…
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Limb Amputation
Limb amputation may be recommended when a pet has severe trauma, cancer, chronic pain, or a condition that cannot be managed with other treatments. While the decision…
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Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL)
Medial Patellar Luxation, or MPL, occurs when the kneecap moves out of its normal position. This condition can cause skipping, limping, pain, or difficulty using the affected…
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Cranial Cruciate Ligament (ACL)
Cranial cruciate ligament injuries are a common cause of limping, pain, and instability in a dog’s knee. Surgical treatment may be recommended to restore stability, reduce discomfort,…
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Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA)
Tibial Tuberosity Advancement, or TTA, is a surgical procedure used to help stabilize the knee after a cranial cruciate ligament injury. This procedure changes the mechanics of…
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Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO)
Femoral Head Ostectomy, or FHO, is an orthopedic procedure used to relieve hip pain caused by injury, hip dysplasia, or certain joint conditions. The procedure removes the…
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Fracture Repair
Fracture repair may be needed when a pet breaks a bone due to trauma, injury, or an accident. Treatment depends on the location and severity of the…
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Abdominal Exploratory Surgery
Abdominal exploratory surgery allows the veterinarian to examine the organs inside your pet’s abdomen when diagnostic imaging or testing does not provide enough information. This procedure may…
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Cherry Eye Surgery
Cherry eye occurs when the gland of the third eyelid becomes enlarged or displaced, creating a visible red swelling near the inner corner of the eye. Surgery…
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Entropion Surgery
Entropion is a condition in which the eyelid rolls inward, causing the eyelashes or hair to rub against the eye. This can lead to pain, irritation, and…
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Distichiasis
Distichiasis occurs when extra eyelashes grow toward the eye, causing irritation, tearing, redness, or discomfort. Surgical treatment may be recommended to remove or correct the abnormal eyelashes…
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Hernia Repair
Hernias occur when tissue or organs push through an opening in the surrounding muscle wall. Surgical repair may be needed to close the opening and prevent complications….
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Cystotomy (Bladder Stone Removal)
A cystotomy is a surgical procedure used to remove bladder stones from a pet’s urinary bladder. Bladder stones can cause discomfort, frequent urination, blood in the urine,…
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Mass/Tumor Removal
Mass or tumor removal may be recommended when a lump, growth, or abnormal tissue is found on or beneath your pet’s skin. Removing the mass can help…
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Cesarean Section (C-Section)
A cesarean section may be necessary when a pet is unable to deliver puppies or kittens safely on her own. This procedure allows our veterinary team to…
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Neuter
Neutering is a common surgical procedure for male pets that removes the testicles. This procedure helps prevent unwanted litters and may also help reduce certain reproductive health…
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Spay
Spaying is a routine surgical procedure that removes a female pet’s reproductive organs. This procedure helps prevent unwanted pregnancies and may reduce the risk of certain reproductive…
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