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Pet Soft Tissue Surgery

Advanced Solutions for Skin, Mass & Organ Conditions

Service Overview

Soft tissue surgery for dogs and cats in Westlake Village, including mass removal, abdominal procedures, wound repair, foreign body surgery, and recovery support.

Clinical Care Highlights

  • Removal of skin masses and tumors with surgical margins planned according to the diagnosis.
  • Abdominal exploratory procedures, bladder stone removal, and gastrointestinal foreign body surgery when indicated.
  • Repair of lacerations, traumatic wounds, and selected reconstructive skin procedures.
  • Selected ear, airway, and upper respiratory procedures based on your pet’s condition.

Key Health Benefits

  • Treats urgent and chronic conditions involving internal organs and soft tissues
  • Removes painful, growing, or suspicious skin masses when surgery is recommended
  • Supports tissue repair and recovery after injury or disease
  • Includes individualized home-care and recovery instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is considered soft tissue surgery?

Soft tissue surgery includes procedures involving skin, muscles, internal organs, masses, and other non-orthopedic structures.

How do you ensure my pet's comfort during soft tissue surgery?

We use multimodal pain management that may include pre-anesthetic medication, local pain-control techniques, anti-inflammatory medication, and individualized take-home instructions to support comfort during recovery.

Is anesthesia safe?

Every patient receives a pre-surgical evaluation and is carefully monitored throughout the procedure.

How long will recovery take?

Recovery varies depending on the type of surgery performed and your pet's overall health.

Will my pet need pain medication?

Pain management is an important part of every surgical recovery plan.

Schedule a Consultation at Townsgate Pet Hospital

Call our desk or request an online appointment in Westlake Village, CA.