Surgical services
Soft tissue & orthopaedic surgery
From routine soft tissue procedures to complex orthopaedic repairs, our surgical team provides safe, skilled care for your pet — with thorough pre-operative planning, dedicated anaesthetic monitoring, and attentive recovery support.
Surgery you can feel confident about
We perform a wide range of soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeries at our Frankston clinic. Every surgical patient receives a full pre-operative assessment, tailored anaesthetic protocol, and continuous monitoring throughout their procedure.
Our team takes the time to walk you through what to expect before, during and after surgery — so you feel informed and supported every step of the way. Most patients are discharged the same day with clear written aftercare instructions.
What to expect
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Pre-operative consult
We assess your pet's overall health, discuss the procedure in detail, and arrange any pre-anaesthetic blood work.
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Anaesthesia & monitoring
A dedicated nurse monitors your pet's vitals throughout — heart rate, oxygen, blood pressure, and temperature.
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Surgery
Procedures are performed with sterile technique in our dedicated surgical suite.
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Recovery & discharge
Most patients go home the same day with written aftercare instructions and a follow-up plan.
Soft tissue surgery
Soft tissue surgery covers procedures involving organs, skin, and internal structures. Common procedures we perform include:
Lump & mass removal
Excision of skin masses, lipomas, and subcutaneous tumours, with histopathology available to confirm diagnosis.
Wound repair & reconstruction
Closure of lacerations, bite wounds, and complex skin defects requiring reconstructive techniques.
Gastrointestinal surgery
Procedures including foreign body removal, intestinal resection and anastomosis, and gastropexy.
Bladder & urinary surgery
Cystotomy for bladder stones, urethral obstruction management, and related procedures.
Splenectomy
Removal of the spleen, often required for splenic masses or trauma.
Aural surgery
Procedures for chronic ear disease including lateral wall resection and total ear canal ablation.
Orthopaedic surgery
Orthopaedic surgery addresses conditions of the bones, joints, and musculoskeletal system. We manage a range of conditions including:
Fracture repair
Stabilisation of broken bones using plates, screws, pins, or external fixators depending on the fracture type and patient.
Cruciate ligament repair
Management of cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture — one of the most common orthopaedic injuries in dogs.
Luxating patella correction
Surgical correction of a kneecap that slips out of position, common in small breeds.
Joint surgery
Procedures for elbow dysplasia, hip conditions, and other joint pathologies causing pain or reduced mobility.
Amputations
Limb amputation when required due to trauma, tumour, or severe injury — performed with a focus on quality of life.
Talk to us about surgery
If your pet has been referred for surgery or you'd like to discuss a procedure, get in touch — we're happy to answer your questions.