Preparing for Surgery

Feed your pet dinner as usual, but no food after 9pm (water is o.k. up until the time of surgery). Try not to let the scheduled surgery disrupt your pet’s usual routine (i.e., remember to let your pet out for his or her usual romp). At the time of consultation, please let our doctors know the names and dosages of any special medications your pet regularly takes. Most medications can be given the night before surgery. Let us know if your pet is taking special medication so we can determine if they should still be given the morning of surgery. Aspirin should be avoided for one week prior to surgery.