Renfrew Animal Hospital provides a comprehensive range of surgical services for dogs and cats in East Vancouver, from routine procedures such as spaying and neutering to more complex operations including orthopedic surgery, tumor removal, and abdominal surgery. Every surgical patient undergoes a preanesthetic health assessment, and our team monitors vital signs throughout each procedure to support your pet's safety and comfort. We are located at 1801 Renfrew St, Vancouver, and open seven days a week. Following surgery, we provide detailed aftercare instructions and remain available to answer any questions during your pet's recovery at home.
Spaying is the surgical removal of a female dog or cat's reproductive organs. Beyond preventing unwanted litters, spaying significantly reduces the risk of uterine infection (pyometra), a potentially life-threatening condition in unspayed females, as well as certain mammary conditions. At Renfrew Animal Hospital, spay surgeries are performed under general anesthesia with full patient monitoring. We provide pre-surgical health screening, anesthesia tailored to your pet's age and condition, and comprehensive aftercare guidance to support a smooth recovery.
Neutering is the surgical removal of a male dog or cat's testicles. In addition to preventing reproduction, neutering reduces the risk of testicular cancer and can decrease behaviors such as roaming, marking, and inter-male aggression. Our team performs neutering under general anesthesia with continuous monitoring and individualized anesthetic protocols. We discuss the optimal age for neutering based on your pet's breed, size, and health status, and provide clear recovery instructions to support healing at home.
Soft tissue surgery covers a range of procedures involving the body's non-bony structures, including lump removal, wound repair, abscess management, and mass excision. At Renfrew Animal Hospital, our surgical team has experience with a broad spectrum of soft tissue cases in dogs and cats. Lumps and masses are submitted for pathology analysis following removal to provide you with a clear picture of the tissue type and any recommended follow-up. We discuss findings directly with you and outline any additional steps your pet may benefit from after surgery.
Orthopedic surgery addresses conditions affecting bones, joints, and connective tissue. At Renfrew Animal Hospital, we perform cruciate ligament repairs, TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy), MPL (Medial Patellar Luxation) correction, and amputation surgery for dogs and cats. These procedures restore function, reduce pain, and improve quality of life for pets with orthopedic injuries or congenital conditions. Our team discusses each case in detail before surgery, including the expected recovery timeline and rehabilitation guidance to support your pet's return to comfortable mobility.
Tumor removal may be recommended when a mass is identified during physical examination or imaging. Surgical excision is often the most effective approach for accessible tumors, and the tissue removed is routinely submitted to a veterinary pathology laboratory for analysis. Results help confirm the nature of the growth and inform whether any follow-up monitoring or management is recommended. Our team will discuss your pet's case thoroughly, including the expected procedure and any factors that may affect recovery.
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV), also known as bloat, is a life-threatening emergency most commonly seen in large-breed dogs with deep chests. The stomach fills with gas and rotates on itself, cutting off blood supply to surrounding organs. Signs include a distended abdomen, unproductive retching, restlessness, and rapid deterioration. GDV requires immediate surgical intervention. If you suspect GDV in your dog, contact us immediately at (778) 737-1600. Our team is experienced in GDV surgery and will work quickly to stabilize and support your pet.
Eye surgeries performed at Renfrew Animal Hospital include cherry eye repair, entropion correction, eyelid lump removal, and in cases of severe injury or disease, eye removal. Eye conditions can deteriorate quickly and should be assessed promptly. Our veterinarians will examine your pet's eye health, explain the nature of the condition, and discuss surgical and non-surgical options where applicable. Post-operative care is provided in detail, and follow-up visits confirm that healing is progressing as expected.
When a dog or cat experiences difficulty during labor, a Cesarean section may be required to deliver the litter safely. Our team assesses the mother's condition, fetal progress, and any potential complications using examination and diagnostics before proceeding. We monitor the mother and newborns carefully throughout the procedure and provide guidance on post-operative care and newborn management to support the best possible outcome for both mother and litter.
Abdominal surgeries at Renfrew Animal Hospital include cystotomy (bladder surgery, typically for stone removal), enterotomy (intestinal surgery), and gastrotomy (stomach surgery, often for foreign body removal). These procedures are performed under general anesthesia with full monitoring. We discuss the purpose, procedure, and recovery expectations before any surgery and provide detailed aftercare instructions to support your pet's healing at home.
TPLO is a specialized orthopedic procedure for dogs with cruciate ligament rupture, one of the most common orthopedic injuries in dogs. The surgery reshapes the tibial plateau to stabilize the knee without relying on the ruptured ligament. MPL surgery corrects medial patellar luxation, a condition where the kneecap slips from its normal groove, causing intermittent skipping or lameness. Both procedures address pain and restore function. Our team reviews your dog's imaging and overall condition before recommending the most appropriate surgical approach.
Renfrew Animal Hospital offers reproductive planning services for breeders and pet owners managing their pet's reproductive health. This includes progesterone testing, pregnancy monitoring, and reproductive history review. We also provide cryptorchid surgery for male pets whose testicles have not descended normally, as retained testicles carry a significantly higher risk of developing certain conditions. Each case is assessed individually, and our team provides clear guidance on timing, monitoring, and next steps appropriate to your pet's situation.
Complex dental procedures, including multi-tooth extractions and carnassial abscess repair, are performed under general anesthesia with full patient monitoring, consistent with the standards applied across all surgical services at our clinic. Detailed information about our full range of dental services, including dental cleaning, X-rays, and extraction, is available on our Dental Care page.
