Specialty Cat and Dog Surgery in Pasadena, CA
When your pet needs surgery, you want more than technical skill. You want a team that can plan carefully, act decisively, and explain what is happening without making an already stressful moment harder.
At ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital – Pasadena, our board-certified surgeons perform specialty cat and dog surgery, including soft tissue, orthopedic, emergency, elective, and minimally invasive procedures. From planned procedures to urgent operations, our team uses detailed diagnostics, careful anesthesia monitoring, and collaborative specialty support to guide each case.
If your pet needs advanced surgery, or your veterinarian has recommended a surgical consultation, contact us at (626) 993-9600 to schedule an appointment.
Your Pet Is in the Best of Hands
Surgery at ACCESS Pasadena is led by board-certified veterinary surgeons with advanced training beyond veterinary school, including internships and surgical residencies. These doctors perform complex procedures with support from experienced technicians, advanced anesthesia monitoring, diagnostic imaging, and collaborative specialty teams.
Our surgeons also contribute to the broader veterinary community through surgical publications, lectures, and hands-on teaching for other doctors.
Pets benefit from:
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Board-certified veterinary surgeons
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Four dedicated operating rooms
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CT, MRI, fluoroscopy, and 3D printing capabilities
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Advanced anesthesia and monitoring
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Collaboration with emergency, critical care, internal medicine, neurology, cardiology, and oncology teams
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Clear communication with pet owners and referring veterinarians
Why Might My Pet Require Specialty Surgery?
Surgery may be recommended when medication, monitoring, or less invasive treatments are not enough to correct the problem, relieve pain, or prevent a condition from getting worse.
Pets may need surgery for:
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Fractures or traumatic injuries
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Torn ligaments or joint problems
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Tumors or abnormal masses
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Foreign body ingestion
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Bladder stones or urinary obstruction
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Airway or breathing disorders
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Wounds that need reconstruction
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Abdominal, chest, or organ-related conditions
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Emergency conditions requiring immediate intervention
Some surgeries are planned in advance. Others happen because pets make questionable life choices at 2 a.m. Either way, our surgical team is ready.
Cat and Dog Surgeries We Offer
ACCESS Pasadena offers a wide range of advanced surgical procedures for dogs and cats. Our team works closely with pet owners and referring veterinarians to determine the safest and most appropriate plan.
Elective procedures are planned surgeries that help improve comfort, mobility, function, or long-term quality of life. Our surgeons collaborate with referring veterinarians to create a treatment plan that fits each pet’s condition and goals.
When a pet has a life-threatening injury or condition, our surgeons work closely with our Emergency and Critical Care teams to provide timely surgical intervention. This may include trauma repair, foreign body removal, bleeding control, or other urgent procedures.
Soft tissue surgery involves organs, tissues, and body systems outside of bones and joints. Procedures may include tumor removal, abdominal surgery, splenectomy, liver lobectomy, hernia repair, airway surgery, urogenital surgery, thoracic surgery, and wound reconstruction.
Orthopedic surgery focuses on bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Our team performs procedures such as fracture repair, TPLO for cranial cruciate ligament injuries, patellar luxation repair, hip procedures, corrective osteotomy, and muscle or tendon repair.
When appropriate, our surgeons use minimally invasive techniques involving small incisions and specialized instruments. These may include laparoscopy, arthroscopy, thoracoscopy, and select fracture repairs, often helping reduce tissue trauma, postoperative discomfort, and recovery time.
What to Expect Before, During, and After Surgery
Every surgical case begins with careful evaluation. Our team reviews your pet’s medical history, performs an examination, and may recommend diagnostics such as bloodwork, imaging, CT, MRI, or fluoroscopy to support surgical planning.
Before surgery, we will discuss:
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The recommended procedure
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Potential risks and benefits
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Anesthesia and monitoring
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Expected recovery
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Cost estimate and treatment plan
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Postoperative care instructions
After surgery, your pet will be monitored closely by our medical team. Depending on the procedure, aftercare may include pain management, activity restriction, incision care, follow-up visits, or rehabilitation recommendations.
We will also communicate with your primary veterinarian so your pet’s care stays connected once they return home.
If your pet needs advanced specialty surgery, contact us at (626) 993-9600 to schedule a consultation or coordinate a referral.
