Soft Tissue Surgery

At VCA Peone Pines Animal Hospital in Mead, WA, we offer a wide range of soft tissue surgeries to address a variety of health concerns for your pets. Soft tissue surgery involves procedures on any body part excluding bones, joints, heart, or the nervous system. Our experienced team, led by Dr. Valerie Sinclair, provides advanced surgical care to ensure your pet’s comfort and speedy recovery.

Common Soft Tissue Surgeries

Soft tissue surgeries are performed for a variety of reasons, from removing foreign objects to treating diseased organs. Some of the common procedures we offer include:

• Gastrointestinal Surgery: To remove foreign objects or diseased sections of the intestine.
• Bladder Surgery: Often to remove stones or polyps.
• Mass Removals: Removal of any masses or growths.
• Spleen Removal: Often needed for removing diseased spleens or masses.

Advanced Surgical Training for Complex Procedures

Dr. Sinclair, our skilled veterinarian at VCA Peone Pines, has received additional advanced training in performing intricate surgeries. This training allows us to offer highly specialized procedures to help pets in need of complex care. If your pet requires any of these advanced surgeries, a consult will be scheduled to assess their eligibility and ensure the best possible outcome.

• Episioplasty and Vulvoplasty: Addresses abnormalities in the vulva and surrounding areas. Pets that have abnormal anatomy can suffer from recurrent infections, skin infections, urine scald, and discomfort. Both surgeries aim to correct these problems to provide comfort and improve their life.
• Salivary Gland Resection (Removal): In some cases, pets may develop salivary gland issues, such as tumors or infection. Salivary gland resections involve the removal of one or more of the affected glands to prevent ongoing problems. This surgery helps restore normal salivation and oral health.
• Anal Sacculectomy: An option for pets suffering from recurrent anal gland issues that don’t resolve with other treatments. By removing the glands, we aim to eliminate pain and discomfort and eliminate future abscess.
• Ventral Bulla Osteotomy (for Cats): A ventral bulla osteotomy is a procedure often performed on cats to address middle ear diseases such as chronic ear infections or tumors. By opening the ear canal to allow better access and drainage, this surgery can help alleviate persistent ear problems that may be affecting your cat's balance, hearing, and happiness.
• Perineal Urethrostomy (PU) (for Cats): Performed on male cats with a history of multiple urinary tract blockages. Urinary blockages are a life-threatening condition. This surgery involves creating a new opening for urination, bypassing the narrowed or obstructed urethra.

Pain Management for Your Pet’s Comfort

Pain management is a priority during all surgeries at our hospital. We know you’re your pet’s comfort is your highest concern, and it’s ours, too! Our goal is to ensure your pet’s recovery is as comfortable and speedy as possible. Any surgical procedure will require time to heal, and we strive to make that time as pain free as possible.  

Why Choose VCA Peone Pines Animal Hospital for Your Pet's Surgery?

At VCA Peone Pines Animal Hospital, we understand the importance of advanced, compassionate care. Our doctors and team practice medicine as if they were treating their own pets. We hold our hospital to the highest standard of care and are accredited by AAHA. Whether your pet needs routine surgery or requires more advanced care, let us guide you through the process and help your pet recover.  

We have been serving the Mead, Chattaroy, Elk, Deer Park, and Spokane, WA, area for over 30 years! Our team is committed to offering the highest level of veterinary care and surgery. If you believe your pet needs surgery or have concerns about their health, contact us at 509-466-7115 or book your appointment online. Let us provide the expert care your pet deserves.