Surgery
At Iscavets Veterinary Practice, we perform a wide range of surgical procedures, from routine operations to more complex procedures. These include castrations and spays, dental care, wound suturing, lump removal, intestinal surgery, hernia surgery, amputations and eyelid corrections.
Types of surgery
Castration in dogs is a relatively straightforward procedure in which the testicles are removed under general anaesthesia. This is done as a day admission: the dog is brought to the practice on an empty stomach and happily walks home the same day.
Castration of the tomcat is a relatively straightforward procedure in which the testicles are removed under general anaesthesia. This is done as a day admission: the cat is brought to the practice on an empty stomach and can go home the same day.
In everyday language, we speak of sterilisation when a female dog is made infertile. Strictly speaking, however, this is also a form of castration, since part of the reproductive tract (the ovaries and sometimes also the uterus) is removed. It's a relatively straightforward procedure in which the abdomen is opened under general anaesthesia. This is done as a day admission: the dog is brought to the practice on an empty stomach and happily walks home the same day.
Sterilisation of the female cat is a relatively straightforward procedure in which the ovaries are removed under general anaesthesia. This is done as a day admission: the cat is brought to the practice on an empty stomach and can go home the same day.
Dental problems are common in dogs and cats. Studies show that 70% of animals aged 3 and older experience some degree of dental problems. If not addressed in time, this leads to irreversible damage to the teeth, gums and jawbone.
Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome, or BOAS for short, is an umbrella term for the airway problems that affect almost all flat-faced breeds. The snoring and snorting of breeds such as the French and English Bulldog might seem expected — even endearing — but unfortunately, these are the result of overly extreme selective breeding, which limits their quality of life
Surgery
Modern and safe operating rooms
For surgical procedures, we have two separate operating rooms: one for dental treatments and one for sterile surgery.
Both rooms are equipped with modern anaesthesia machines, including gas anaesthesia and ventilation options. During every procedure, we closely monitor patients' anaesthesia, including:
- Blood pressure
- Heart function
- Breathing
- Body temperature
This allows us to minimise anaesthesia and surgical risk.
Safe anaesthesia and optimal pain management
We work according to the most recent guidelines for anaesthesia and pain control. We combine different forms of pain medication to maximise your pet's comfort during and after the procedure.
We also pay a lot of attention to smooth recovery. Sutures are usually placed internally in the skin, which promotes healing and often means a cone isn't needed.
Day admission
Most operations are carried out as a day admission. You bring your pet to the practice at the agreed time, and in most cases they can go home again that same evening.
For dogs and cats, we ask that they don't eat for at least 6 hours beforehand. Water is usually still allowed.
Important: rabbits should never be fasted.
Practical tips
To make the admission as comfortable as possible, we ask that you give your pet the chance to relieve itself beforehand. A clean coat is also more pleasant for your pet and more practical during the procedure.
Collaboration with specialised surgeons
Some specialised procedures at our practice are performed by an experienced specialist, particularly in orthopaedic surgery.
For highly complex procedures, we work with carefully selected referral centres and specialised colleagues. This ensures your pet always receives the most suitable treatment.
