Expert Emergency & Routine Veterinary Surgery in Traverse City, MI
At Omnivet in Traverse City, MI, our skilled veterinary surgeons are here when your pet needs surgical care — whether it’s a planned procedure or an unexpected emergency. From routine surgeries to complex interventions, we are committed to making the process as safe for your pet and as stress-free for you as possible.
Veterinary Surgical Services at Omnivet
Our experienced veterinary team performs a wide range of surgical procedures to address both routine and complex medical needs. Routine surgeries we offer include spays and neuters, as well as soft tissue procedures such as mass removals, amputations, enterotomies, gastrotomies, and intestinal resections. We also perform abdominal exploratory surgeries to obtain biopsies for diagnosis and to investigate internal conditions that cannot be identified through imaging alone.
If your pet has eaten something they shouldn’t have — whether a foreign object, toxin, or hazardous material — surgical removal may be necessary to prevent serious internal damage. Our team is experienced in these situations and will act quickly to assess the situation, determine the appropriate course of action, and perform the procedure with precision and care. You can learn more about related concerns on our toxin ingestion and vomiting and diarrhea service pages.
We understand that the decision to place your pet under general anesthesia is never taken lightly. While no surgical procedure is without risk, your pet’s safety is our absolute top priority. Every patient is closely monitored throughout the entire anesthetic event using advanced equipment that tracks heart rate and rhythm, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and other vital signs. This continuous monitoring allows our team to detect and respond to any changes immediately, giving your pet the safest possible anesthetic experience.
Before any procedure, our team will walk you through exactly what to expect — including pre-surgical preparation, what the surgery involves, and what post-operative recovery looks like. We recommend pre-anesthetic bloodwork prior to surgery to evaluate organ function and ensure your pet is a safe candidate for anesthesia. If your pet requires emergency surgical stabilization, our emergency stabilization team will work alongside our surgeons to prepare your pet as quickly and safely as possible. For trauma cases, visit our trauma stabilization page to learn more.
Business Hours
Monday-Friday 9am-7pmSaturday 10am-6pm
Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Surgery at Omnivet
What types of surgeries does Omnivet perform?
Our surgical team at Omnivet performs a wide variety of procedures, including routine spays and neuters, mass removals, amputations, enterotomies, gastrotomies, intestinal resections, abdominal exploratory surgeries, and biopsy procedures. We also handle emergency surgical cases such as foreign body removal and internal injury repair. If you’re unsure whether your pet’s condition requires surgery, call us at (231) 244-4860 and our team will help you determine the best course of action.
How safe is general anesthesia for my pet?
While no procedure involving general anesthesia is entirely without risk, our team at Omnivet takes every possible precaution to maximize your pet’s safety. Each patient is continuously monitored throughout the procedure using advanced equipment that tracks heart rate and rhythm, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and respiratory rate. We also recommend pre-anesthetic bloodwork to assess organ health before surgery, helping us identify any factors that may affect anesthetic risk and adjust our approach accordingly.
How should I prepare my pet for surgery?
Preparation instructions will vary depending on the type of surgery, but in most cases your pet will need to fast — avoiding food for 8 to 12 hours before the procedure — to reduce the risk of complications during anesthesia. Our team at Omnivet will provide you with specific pre-surgical instructions tailored to your pet’s procedure and health status. We may also recommend pre-operative bloodwork or a medical workup to ensure your pet is in the best possible condition going into surgery.
What happens after my pet’s surgery?
Post-operative care is a critical part of a successful recovery. After surgery, your pet will be closely monitored as they wake from anesthesia and until their vital signs are stable. Before you take your pet home, our team will provide detailed aftercare instructions covering activity restrictions, wound care, medications, and signs of complications to watch for. Follow-up appointments may be recommended to check healing progress and remove sutures if needed. Don’t hesitate to call Omnivet at (231) 244-4860 with any post-operative concerns.
How do I know if my pet needs emergency surgery?
Emergency surgery may be needed if your pet has ingested a foreign object or toxin, suffered a traumatic injury, has a suspected internal obstruction, is experiencing uncontrolled internal bleeding, or is showing signs of acute abdominal pain. If your pet is in distress, contact Omnivet immediately at (231) 244-4860 or visit our emergency care page. Our team will assess the situation quickly and determine whether surgical intervention is required.
Will I be informed before my pet undergoes surgery?
Absolutely. We will always discuss the recommended procedure with you in full before proceeding — including the reason surgery is needed, what the procedure involves, the associated risks, expected recovery timeline, and estimated costs. Your informed consent is required before any surgical procedure is performed at Omnivet. We want you to feel confident and supported every step of the way.
Can Omnivet perform surgery in a true emergency situation?
Yes. Our team is equipped to perform emergency surgeries when time-sensitive intervention is critical. In these situations, we work quickly to stabilize your pet through our emergency stabilization protocols before proceeding to surgery. We will communicate with you as clearly and promptly as possible throughout the process, even in urgent situations, so you are never left without information about your pet’s condition and care.