Surgical services at Peach City Animal Hospital in Penticton are performed with a strong emphasis on safety, pain management, and smooth recovery. Every surgical patient receives an individualized anesthesia plan developed by our veterinary team, continuous monitoring throughout the procedure, and a tailored recovery plan to take home. Our team has experience with a wide range of soft tissue procedures, and we prioritize honest communication with you before, during, and after every surgery.
Spaying and neutering are among the most commonly performed veterinary surgical procedures, and the timing matters. Spaying a female dog before her first heat cycle significantly reduces the risk of mammary tumors later in life. In female cats, spaying at five to six months prevents heat cycles, unwanted pregnancies, and reduces the risk of reproductive cancers. In male dogs and cats, neutering eliminates the risk of testicular tumors and reduces hormone-driven behaviors such as roaming and marking. For large-breed dogs, we discuss timing individually based on expected adult size, as delaying neutering can support musculoskeletal development. We offer pre-anesthetic bloodwork to identify any underlying conditions before surgery.
Soft tissue surgery covers a broad range of procedures on organs, skin, and internal structures. Common examples include hernia repairs, foreign body removal from the gastrointestinal tract, tumor excision, skin reconstruction after injury, and splenectomy. Each soft tissue case is assessed individually, and surgical approach is chosen based on the nature and location of the problem. Our team prioritizes thorough pre-surgical assessment and intraoperative monitoring to minimize risk and support recovery.
Lumps and growths on dogs and cats are common, and not all are cause for immediate concern, but assessment and monitoring are essential. We perform fine-needle aspirates to evaluate masses before surgery when appropriate. For surgical removal, we take clean margins and submit tissue for histopathology through our reference laboratory partner to confirm the nature of the growth and guide follow-up recommendations. Early removal of suspicious masses consistently leads to better outcomes than a wait-and-see approach.
Gastrointestinal surgical procedures are performed when a pet has swallowed a foreign object that cannot pass on its own, when a portion of the intestine is compromised, or when an exploratory procedure is needed to identify an internal problem not visible on imaging. Common GI surgeries include foreign body removal from the stomach or intestines, intestinal resection, and gastrotomy. These are often urgent procedures. If you suspect your pet has swallowed something, call us immediately at (778) 900-0111.
In addition to routine spay and neuter procedures, we perform emergency and corrective reproductive surgeries including C-sections for difficult births and pyometra surgery, which involves the removal of a severely infected uterus. Pyometra is a life-threatening condition that develops in intact female dogs and cats, usually within two months following a heat cycle. Signs include lethargy, increased thirst, vaginal discharge, and reduced appetite. Prompt surgical intervention is essential. These procedures require rapid assessment and surgical planning to protect your pet's life.
Bite wounds, cuts, and traumatic injuries require careful assessment and often surgical repair. Bite wounds in particular are deceptive because the external wound may be small while significant tissue damage exists underneath. We assess wound depth and extent, debride damaged tissue, and close the wound in layers when appropriate. Post-operative care instructions are provided for home management, and we schedule a recheck to confirm healing. Infected wounds may require drain placement and ongoing monitoring.
Bladder stones are a common and painful condition in dogs and cats. Cystotomy, the surgical opening of the bladder to remove stones, is performed when stones are too large to pass or when the composition of the stones does not respond to dietary management. We confirm stone presence and assess size through imaging before recommending surgery. Following stone removal, dietary adjustments are usually recommended to reduce the risk of recurrence. We also perform corrective procedures for urethral blockage, particularly in male cats, when medical management is insufficient.
Eye and eyelid surgeries address conditions that cause discomfort and can compromise vision if untreated. Common procedures include cherry eye correction, eyelid tumor removal, and correction of entropion or ectropion. Entropion causes the eyelid to roll inward and rub against the cornea, causing chronic pain and potential corneal scarring. Cherry eye involves a prolapsed third eyelid gland. We assess each case carefully and discuss the surgical approach and expected outcomes before proceeding.
Aural hematomas, the collection of blood inside the ear flap, are common in dogs and require surgical drainage or correction when they recur or do not resolve on their own. Ear canal growths and chronic ear disease may occasionally require surgical intervention. Hernia repairs including umbilical hernias, which are common in puppies, are straightforward procedures typically combined with spay or neuter surgery when the hernia is small. Larger or symptomatic hernias are repaired sooner to prevent complications.
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