Surgical Procedures for Pets

Surgical Services for Pets in Naples

At Northside Animal Hospital, we provide a full range of surgical services for dogs, cats, and exotic pets in a modern, well-equipped facility. Dr. William Smaller’s 45+ years of surgical experience means your pet receives expert care from a veterinarian who has performed thousands of successful procedures throughout his career. Every surgery is approached with meticulous attention to detail, comprehensive pain management, and careful monitoring to ensure the safest, most comfortable experience possible.

We understand that the decision to have your pet undergo surgery can be stressful. Our team takes the time to thoroughly explain each procedure, answer all your questions, and provide clear pre-operative and post-operative instructions. From the initial consultation through recovery, we’re here to support both you and your pet every step of the way.

Spay & Neuter Procedures

Spaying and neutering are among the most common and important surgical procedures we perform. These routine surgeries not only prevent unwanted litters but also provide significant health benefits including reduced risk of certain cancers and behavioral improvements. We perform spay and neuter procedures for dogs, cats, and many exotic pets with careful surgical technique and comprehensive pain management protocols. Each patient receives individualized pre-surgical screening, safe anesthesia monitoring, and detailed aftercare instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.

Soft Tissue Surgery

Soft tissue surgeries address conditions affecting organs, skin, and other non-bone structures. Our soft tissue surgical services include mass and tumor removals, laceration repairs and wound closures, abscess drainage and treatment, gastrointestinal procedures, bladder stone removal, hernia repairs, and foreign body removal. Dr. Smaller’s extensive experience allows him to handle both routine and complex soft tissue cases with confidence and precision.

Emergency Surgical Services

When your pet experiences a traumatic injury or sudden medical emergency requiring surgical intervention, time is critical. We provide emergency surgical services for conditions including traumatic injuries and lacerations, bloat and gastric torsion, internal bleeding, urinary obstructions, and other life-threatening situations requiring immediate surgery. If your pet is experiencing a surgical emergency, call us immediately at 239-251-7818 for guidance and to alert our team.

Surgical Safety & Pain Management

Your pet’s safety is our highest priority during any surgical procedure. We use modern anesthetic protocols tailored to each patient’s age, species, and health status. Throughout surgery, we continuously monitor vital signs including heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and body temperature. Every surgical patient receives comprehensive pain management before, during, and after their procedure to ensure maximum comfort. We also provide detailed post-operative care instructions and follow-up appointments to monitor healing and address any concerns during recovery.