Pre-surgical instructions

• Your veterinary surgeon will do a check-up on your pet before the surgery to determine if there are any pre-existing conditions that may interfere with the surgical procedure.
• Make sure your pet is up-to-date with annual vaccinations.
• Your veterinary surgeon may suggest a blood test to screen for disease not apparent from a physical exam.
• You may need to administer antibiotics several days prior to major surgery to increase your pet's ability to fight off infection.
• Speak with your veterinary surgeon to find out what are the restrictions for food and water.