Advanced Exotic Pet Surgery
At South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital, we recognize that every exotic pet is unique, with varying sizes, anatomies, and needs that require specialized care. Many exotic pets are small, even tiny, and have distinct physiologies that can make surgery more complex. With our specialized equipment and an experienced team, we create a surgical experience tailored to each species and individual pet. From birds to reptiles, rabbits to small mammals, we work closely with you to ensure your pet receives the highest level of care during their procedure.
Comprehensive Soft Tissue and Orthopedic Procedures
Whether soft tissue surgery or an orthopedic procedure, we have the expertise and tools to handle even the most complex surgeries. No matter the procedure, your pet is being cared for by our team of highly-trained veterinarians.
Anesthesia Designed for Your Pet
Safely delivering anesthesia is one of the bigger challenges we face when undertaking surgery on exotic pets. We take this very seriously and craft a custom anesthetic plan for each pet. Factors such as species, age, weight, and health status are all taken into consideration as we create a tailored anesthetic plan for your pet.
Intubation helps to prevent accidental aspiration and also allows us to control your pet’s breathing by offering supplemental breaths if needed.
Pre-surgical bloodwork helps us identify potential concerns ahead of the procedure and make decisions about how best and most safely to proceed.
Complete Monitoring Capabilities
We carefully monitor your pet's vitals during the surgery to support their safety.
Our monitoring includes:- Blood pressure
- Oxygen levels
- Heart rate (ECG)
- Respiratory rate
- Body temperature
- CO2 levels (ETCO2)
Pain Management for Comfort and Healing
We know that pain is a significant concern for you and your pet. To minimize discomfort and promote quicker healing, we take a comprehensive approach to pain management. Your pet will receive pain relief before, during, and after the surgery using a combination of medications that target different pain receptors. By managing pain from multiple angles, we can help your pet recover faster and feel more comfortable as they heal.
Neutering and Spaying for Health and Well-being
Though neutering and spaying are more commonly associated with dogs and cats, these procedures can also provide valuable health and behavioral benefits for exotic pets. For example, did you know that up to 80% of unspayed rabbits over five years old develop uterine cancer? Neutering and spaying can prevent specific health issues, such as reproductive cancers, and reduce aggressive behaviors and territorial marking. While every pet is different, neutering and spaying can also prevent unintended breeding and improve your pet's overall quality of life.
If you're considering surgery for your exotic pet or would like more information about our advanced surgical options, please contact us.