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Pet Surgery in Lancaster, SC: Skilled Care You Can Trust

At Faulkner Animal Hospital, your pet is in skilled and compassionate hands. Our veterinarians perform a variety of surgeries, from spays and neuters to advanced soft-tissue and orthopedic procedures. Throughout their visit, our team carefully monitors your pet to ensure safety, comfort, and a smooth recovery.

We Make Surgery Safe and Comfortable for Your Pet

We understand that scheduling a surgery can feel overwhelming. That’s why we communicate clearly, guide you through the process, and make sure you feel confident in your pet’s care.

  • Elective surgeries are by appointment only, so each patient receives individual attention from our veterinary team.

  • Contact us, and we’ll let you know if your pet needs to come in beforehand for an exam or bloodwork to help lower anesthesia risks.

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Faulkner Animal Hospital's Soft-Tissue and Orthopedic Surgeries

Our team performs a wide range of surgical procedures for both preventative and medical needs. Some of our most common soft-tissue surgeries include:

  • Spaying and neutering
  • Growth removal(s)
  • Gastropexy
  • Cesarean Section (C-Section)
  • Foreign body removal
  • Mass/tumor removal
  • Bladder stone removal
  • Wound cleaning and suturing
  • Eye Enucleation
  • Exploratory Surgery

Orthopedics

  • Femoral head osteotomy (FHO)
  • Limb amputation

To offer advanced orthopedic care, we work alongside Dr. Marcos Haase, an orthopedic specialist who comes in for certain procedures. He provides surgeries such as:

  • Cruciate ligament repair (Tibial tuberosity advancement or TTA)
  • Fracture repair
  • Patellar luxation stabilization

The list represents just a portion of the many surgeries we perform. Please contact us to learn more about specific procedures or to discuss your pet's surgical needs.

What to Expect For Your Pet's Surgery

Here is what your pet can expect when your pet undergoes surgery with the doctors at Faulkner Animal Hospital:

  • Do not feed your pet after 10 pm the night before surgery. Water can continue to be available.
  • Check in to our clinic the morning of your pet's surgery. Your pet's veterinarian will go over any last minute questions that you have regarding your pets procedure.
  • Once your pet is sedated or anesthetized, we’ll begin the procedure.
  • We'll be in contact with you throughout the day to keep you informed of how your pet is doing.
  • When ready, your pet will be sent home with pain medication and after-care instructions for safe and quick healing.