Below are general pre-operative instructions. If we provided you with specific pre-operative instructions, always refer to those for your pet’s customized care plan.
  1. If your pet has been unwell or their condition has deteriorated before admission please let us know.
  2. Please do not give your pet food after 10 pm the night before admission unless instructed otherwise. This includes treats.
  3. Please leave water available for your pet until the morning unless you have been specifically advised not to. This applies especially to pets over 8 years old.
  4. Cats should be kept indoors with a litter tray the night before admission.
  5. Your pet will be admitted at a set appointment time with a qualified nurse who will be able to discuss any questions about anesthesia or the procedure as well as give your pet a thorough check up. Please allow at least 15 minutes for this appointment and the paperwork. Please ask for an estimate of costs if one has not already been given to you.
  6. Pre-anesthetic lab work will be discussed at the time of admission.
  7. We will call you once your pet’s procedure is complete and they are awake from anesthesia. Please make sure we have up-to-date contact numbers for the day of the procedure.
  8. You will be scheduled a specific discharge appointment to go through the procedure and the aftercare that will be needed. Written care instructions will also be given to you at this appointment.