Specialist-Led Cat & Dog Surgery in Denver, CO

At Platt Park Veterinary Hospital, surgery is more than a service we offer to Denver pet parents. It’s a responsibility we take seriously, with your pet’s safety, comfort, and long-term health at the heart of every procedure. With a dedicated surgeon on staff every day, and a board-certified veterinary surgeon available in-house twice per week, your pet has access to high-level surgical care without needing to be referred elsewhere. From advanced procedures to same-day urgencies, we’re fully equipped to handle a wide range of pet surgeries, right here in your neighborhood.

Need a surgical consultation or have questions about a procedure? We’d love to help! Give us a call at (303) 879-1090 or book online.

Soft Tissue Surgeries for Cats & Dogs

We can perform a vast array of soft tissue surgeries to repair or treat conditions related to the skin, organ, or other soft tissues of the body. Common soft tissue surgeries we do here at our Denver animal hospital include:

  • Mass removals (skin lumps, tumors)

  • Abdominal exploratory surgery

  • Cystotomies (bladder stone removal)

  • Splenectomy (spleen removal)

  • Cherry eye repair

  • Enucleation

  • Polyp removals (ear, rectal, nasal)

  • Eyelid corrections (entropion, ectropion)

  • Anal gland removal

  • Gastropexy (prevention of bloat in at-risk breeds)

  • C-section for emergency or planned deliveries

  • BOAS surgery for brachycephalic pets (short-nosed breeds)

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Orthopedic & Spinal Surgery for Pets

For pets with orthopedic injuries or neurologic conditions, we offer access to one of Denver’s most experienced veterinary surgeons: a board-certified surgeon with over 30 years of experience in orthopedic and soft tissue procedures. Performing surgery on-site twice a week, our board-certified veterinary surgeon works closely with our surgical team and utilizes our in-house CT scanner for seamless diagnostics and surgical planning.

Advanced procedures we can perform include:

  • TPLO (tibial plateau leveling osteotomy) for cruciate ligament tears
  • Hemilaminectomy for spinal disc disease
  • Fracture repair and stabilization
  • Joint surgery for luxating patellas, dislocations, and more
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A Commitment to Your Pet’s Safety at Every Step

Surgery can be stressful. We get it. That’s why we go above and beyond to create a safe, supportive environment before, during, and after your pet’s procedure.

Our safety protocols include:

  • Pre-anesthetic bloodwork to assess your pet’s health and minimize risk

  • Modern anesthetic protocols tailored to your pet’s age, size, and condition

  • Intraoperative monitoring using state-of-the-art equipment: blood pressure, ECG, pulse oximetry, temperature readings, CO2 monitoring 

  • Dedicated technician support for anesthesia monitoring throughout the entire procedure

  • Pain management before, during, and after surgery to keep your pet as comfortable as possible

  • Post-op recovery guidance with clear instructions and follow-up care

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Pet Surgery That’s Centered on Care

Surgery may feel overwhelming, but you’re never in it alone. From your very first consultation to your pet’s final follow-up, we’re here to answer questions, ease your worries, and provide the expert care your pet deserves.

If your pet needs surgery, we’ll walk you through it with honesty, heart, and the highest standard of care. Give us a call at (303) 879-1090 or book online.