At Cats Only Veterinary Hospital, all of our routine surgeries (spay, neuter, declaw) and advanced surgical procedures utilize the benefits of a CO2 Laser. The results are truly remarkable.
Cats Only is very aggressive with pain management & we control pain in 4 ways:
CO2 Laser Neuter
CO2 Laser Spay
This out-patient procedure involves the surgical removal of the uterus and ovaries under general anesthesia. Our patients having this procedure performed have an IV catheter placed prior to surgery, IV fluids administered during the procedure and will be monitored as described below. All patients go home the same day with written discharge instructions and once a day pain medication for 2 days.
CO2 Laser Declaw
This procedure involves the surgical removal of the nail and attached bone under general anesthesia of all digits on the front limbs. A laser declaw is truly the best way to perform this procedure. Our patients having this procedure performed have an IV catheter placed prior to surgery, IV fluids administered during the procedure and will be monitored as described below. The toes are not bandaged, tourniquets are not used, and an extended hospital stay is not required as they are when using the traditional scalpel. All patients stay over one night and go home the next day with written discharge instructions and once a day pain medication for 2 days. More aggressive pain management is used for adult cats.
far exceed those of the traditional scalpel.
Each of our surgical patients will have pre-medications administered to (1) relax your cat prior to the procedure and (2) reduce the amount of anesthesia required. Anesthesia is typically induced with propofol, a very safe and fast acting medication, and maintained with gas anesthesia after intubation. Each patient will have an intravenous (IV) catheter, fluids administered during the surgery, and be monitored throughout the procedure with these parameters: (1) blood oxygen levels, (2) blood carbon dioxide levels, (3) blood pressure, (4) EKG, (5) heart rate, (6) respiratory rate and (7) temperature.
Biopsy
Abscess Repair
Laceration / Wound Repair
Abdominal Exploratory +/- GI Biopsies
Cystotomy (Bladder Surgery)
Amputations
Mass / Tumor Removals
Feed Tube Placement
Pain management is our hospital’s highest priority and a specific pain management plan will be tailored to each cat. We strive to make our patients as comfortable as possible. Additionally, effective pain management allows our patients to heal and recover faster from a procedure. Since cats typically do not let us know when they are uncomfortable or painful, our hospital assumes our patients are experiencing discomfort or pain. Our hospital also administers pain medication before anesthesia and surgery to prevent pain. The argument that “cats can handle pain better than humans” is unacceptable. Just because cats can “handle pain,” does not mean that they should.
What can I expect at discharge? At discharge, you will receive written, detailed discharge instructions that outlines the post-operative homecare. We will discuss these instructions with you, discuss any medications, and answer any questions you may have. You should also expect a follow-up call within 24 hours to address any questions or concerns you may have.
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- Examination
Our comprehensive physical examinations serve a number of purposes. Together with a detailed history, our doctors will formulate a Medical Plan specifically for your cat based on their findings.
READ MORE- Vaccination
Our hospital only uses non-adjuvanted, PureVax vaccines. An adjuvant is added to a vaccine to stimulate the immune system. Unfortunately, many cats have bad reactions to adjuvanted vaccines.
READ MORE- Prevention Services
Preventative Healthcare is a major focus of Cats Only Veterinary Hospital. Our Preventative Healthcare approach is tailored to each individual cat with regards to their specific environment, lifestyle, nutrition, potential risks, and other considerations.
READ MORE- Laser Surgery
Most of our surgical procedures utilize the benefits of laser surgery. All of our routine surgeries (neuter, spay, declaw) utilize this technology and the results are truly remarkable.
READ MORE- Class IV Laser Therapy
Cats Only Veterinary Hospital is proud to offer state-of-the-art Class IV Laser Therapy for a drug-free, surgery-free, pain-free treatment for your cat. Laser Therapy has been used for over 40 years in human medicine and has recently entered into the veterinary field.
READ MORE- Dental Healthcare & Surgery
Approximately 70% of cats over the age of 2 to 3 have some degree of periodontal disease (tartar, plaque, gingivitis, tooth resorption). Each comprehensive physical examination will include an evaluation of your cat’s mouth.
READ MORE- Hospitalization & Imaging
In some instances, we may recommend hospitalization for your cat. Our hospital is equipped with a number of monitoring equipment and services
READ MORE- Laboratory
Our feline friends cannot (or do not) tell us when they are unwell. We often use blood and urine tests along with a detailed history and comprehensive physical examination to help us determine if there is a problem internally.
READ MORE- Boarding
Leaving for a vacation? Visiting family for the holidays? Need to travel for a business trip? Worried about your feline family members while you are away? Don’t be. Our cat friendly, quiet, cozy boarding facility is the Purrrrrfect choice for your feline family members while you are away.
READ MORE- Pharmacy
For your convenience, our hospital stocks commonly used medications. We strive to only use medications that are labeled for cats.
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