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We’re expanding our team! Interested in joining us? Send your resume to management@oconnorveterinaryclinic.ca
O’Connor Veterinary Clinic provides veterinary surgical services in a dedicated surgical suite equipped for both routine and complex procedures. Every surgery is performed under safe anesthesia protocols with continuous patient monitoring, multimodal pain management, and strict sterile technique.
Our East York surgical team cares for dogs and cats requiring spay and neuter procedures, tumor removals, soft-tissue surgery, wound repair, and foreign body removal. Pet owners searching for pet surgery near me, spay and neuter near me, or veterinary surgical services in East York trust our team for precision, transparency, and compassionate pre-and-post-operative care.
Spaying (ovariohysterectomy) and neutering (castration) are among the most commonly performed veterinary surgeries. Beyond preventing unwanted litters, these procedures reduce the risk of reproductive cancers, uterine infections, prostate disease, and certain behavioral issues. We recommend spay and neuter for most dogs and cats, with timing tailored to breed, size, and individual health factors.
Lumps, bumps, and masses are common in dogs and cats, especially as they age. Our surgical team removes cutaneous, subcutaneous, and internal masses, and tissue samples are submitted to reference laboratories for histopathology to determine whether a growth is benign or malignant. Early removal of suspicious masses often leads to better outcomes and clearer surgical margins.
Soft-tissue procedures include bladder stone removal (cystotomy), gastrointestinal surgery, splenectomy, hernia repair, and other abdominal or thoracic surgeries. These procedures require careful surgical technique, appropriate anesthesia management, and attentive post-operative care — all of which our team provides.
Traumatic injuries — from bite wounds, lacerations, degloving injuries, or abscesses — often require surgical repair under anesthesia. Our team debrides damaged tissue, closes wounds with appropriate techniques, manages infection, and develops a recovery plan to promote optimal healing.
Pets that ingest toys, fabric, bones, or other non-food items may develop life-threatening gastrointestinal obstructions. Surgical foreign body removal is performed when imaging confirms an obstruction that cannot pass naturally. Rapid diagnosis through our in-house imaging and same-day surgical intervention are critical in these cases.
Every surgical patient receives a pre-anesthetic physical examination and bloodwork to assess organ function and ensure they are a safe candidate for anesthesia. Based on these results, our veterinarian selects an anesthesia protocol tailored to your pet’s age, weight, breed, and health status.
We review the procedure, expected timeline, and recovery plan with you before surgery. If any unexpected findings arise during the procedure, we contact you before taking additional action.
Patient safety during surgery is a non-negotiable priority. Every surgical patient is monitored continuously by a dedicated veterinary technician tracking heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, temperature, and anesthetic depth. IV fluid support is provided throughout, and multi-modal pain management — including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative medications — ensures patient comfort at every stage.
After surgery, your pet recovers under direct supervision until they are alert, comfortable, and stable. Discharge includes detailed written instructions covering activity restriction, wound care, medication schedules, dietary guidelines, and signs to watch for. A follow-up appointment is scheduled to monitor healing and remove sutures when applicable.
Most pets return to normal activity within 7–14 days depending on the procedure. Our team is available for questions or concerns during the recovery period — call (416) 755-8387 or contact us anytime.
Our surgical program is built on safe, individualized anesthesia protocols, continuous patient monitoring by trained technicians, meticulous sterile technique, multimodal pain management, and transparent communication with pet owners. Pet surgical services in East York are available by appointment.
We provide detailed pre-surgical instructions specific to your pet’s procedure. Typically this includes fasting from food for 8–12 hours before surgery and limiting water intake the morning of. Bring your pet’s current medications and any relevant medical history. Our team reviews everything with you before the procedure and answers all questions so you feel confident and fully informed about what to expect.
Yes. We use modern anesthesia protocols tailored to your pet’s age, weight, breed, and health status. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork confirms your pet is a safe candidate. During surgery, a trained technician continuously monitors heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and body temperature. IV fluid support and multi-modal pain management are provided before, during, and after the procedure for maximum safety and comfort.
We provide detailed post-operative instructions covering activity restriction, wound care, medication schedules, and dietary guidelines. Most pets return to normal activity within 7–14 days depending on the procedure. A follow-up visit is scheduled to check healing and remove sutures if needed. If you have concerns during recovery, call (416) 755-8387 for immediate guidance from our veterinary team.
Yes. Our surgical team is equipped for emergency procedures including foreign body removal, traumatic wound repair, and internal complications requiring immediate intervention. We have in-house diagnostics and imaging to assess the situation rapidly before surgery. For surgical emergencies, call (416) 755-8387 so our team can prepare and prioritize your pet’s care upon arrival.
Yes — spay and neuter procedures are among our most frequently performed surgeries for dogs and cats. Beyond preventing unwanted litters, these procedures reduce cancer risk, infection risk, and certain behavioral issues. Timing is tailored to your pet’s breed, size, and health. Call (416) 755-8387 to discuss spay and neuter options and scheduling at our East York clinic.
We remove cutaneous, subcutaneous, and internal masses in dogs and cats. All removed tissue is submitted to reference laboratories for histopathology to determine whether the growth is benign or malignant. Early removal improves outcomes and allows clearer surgical margins. To schedule a consultation about a lump or mass on your pet, book an appointment with our surgical team.
