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AAHA Accredited Safe Surgery for Pets
At Fox Creek Veterinary Hospital in Kirkwood, MO, we’re proud to meet the high standards of AAHA accreditation. This means your pet receives top-quality surgical care in a clean, safe, and well-equipped environment. No matter how simple or complex the surgery, your pet’s safety and comfort always come first.
Surgical Care Tailored to Your Pet’s Needs
From routine spay and neuter surgeries to more urgent procedures, we offer a full range of surgical services to help keep your pet healthy. Our skilled team focuses on safety, comfort, and the best possible care before, during, and after surgery.
Read on to see how surgical care can improve your pet’s quality of life.
General & Advanced Surgery
We know that having your pet go through surgery can be stressful—but you're not alone. Our team in Kirkwood, MO is here to guide and support both you and your pet through the entire process. We use the latest in pain management techniques and closely monitor your pet’s vital signs to keep them safe and comfortable. We also take time to explain why a procedure is needed and give you clear pre- and post-surgery instructions so you know exactly what to expect.
- Soft Tissue Surgery: Includes procedures that don’t involve bones or joints. These can be spays, neuters, lump removals, or repairing injuries to help your pet stay healthy.
- Spay and Neuter: Prevents surprise litters, helps manage certain behaviors, and supports long-term health.
- Oral Surgery: Used to treat serious dental problems that cause pain and can affect organs like the heart and kidneys.
- Mass Removal: Important for removing lumps, hernias, or tumors before they grow or become harmful. Early treatment is often easier and less expensive.
- Foreign Object Removal: Some pets swallow things they shouldn’t. If these don’t pass on their own, surgery may be needed. Contact us right away if you think your pet ate something unsafe.
Spaying and Neutering
Spaying or neutering your pet is a safe, common surgery that protects their health and helps reduce pet overpopulation. These procedures lower the risk of certain cancers and prevent unwanted behaviors.
We perform the surgery under full anesthesia. Most pets recover quickly with only mild soreness for a short time. Their personality stays the same, and they often enjoy a better quality of life.
Wondering when to schedule? It’s usually better to do it early in life, but we’re happy to help you decide the right time. Just give us a call—we’re here to help every step of the way.