2239 S. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78704
Compassionate Surgical Care for Pets
Trusted Surgical Care — Because Their Health Matters Most
When your pet needs surgery, it’s natural to have concerns. At Parker Animal Care, we’re here to guide you through every step with clarity, compassion, and trusted experience. Whether it’s a routine spay or neuter or a more complex soft-tissue procedure, each surgery is planned with precision and tailored to your pet’s individual health profile.
We approach every procedure with the same mindset: Do what’s right, do it well, and prioritize your pet’s safety and comfort. Preparing your pet for surgery goes beyond the operating room — it starts with trust, compassion, and expert care. Post-operative pain management isn’t optional — it’s essential. We use proven protocols to minimize discomfort, promote healing, and get your pet back to feeling like themselves, faster.
We Got You, Austin — with surgical care you can trust, close to home.
General Surgery
Our veterinary staff has extensive experience in general surgical procedures. Our combined knowledge and years of experience allows us to perform the most effective and safe surgeries possible.
Before surgery, we will have a pre-operative appointment to determine if your pet is healthy enough to undergo the procedure, and to discuss details of the surgery with you. We understand that when your dear pet is about to have a surgical procedure, emotions can run high. Pain management is an essential part of this process—before, during, and after the operation, we will make sure to listen to your concerns, offer advice, and provide materials and information so you can feel prepared and knowledgeable.
Here are a few common surgical procedures which we are equipped to perform in our surgical suite:
- Spay and Neuter
- Cystotomy Procedure
- Foreign Body Removal
- Mass Removal
Spay/Neuter Procedure
At Parker Animal Care, we always recommend spay/neuter procedure for companion animals. Spaying refers to the removal of the ovaries and uterus in female animals. Once a dog or cat is spayed, they will no longer have heat periods, and will not be able to become pregnant. Being responsible for an expecting pet is an expensive and stressful process, especially if unplanned!
Neutering refers to the removal of the testes of male animals. Neutered males tend to display less aggressive behaviors and have a lessened desire to roam in search of a mate. They will also be less likely to mark their territory with their urine, especially if the procedure is performed before they form the habit. While surgery can be scary, preparing your pet for surgery helps ensure these routine procedures bring several health benefits to your pet.
Some benefits to spaying/neutering include:
- Helps prevent cancers such as mammary, ovarian, and uterine tumors in females, and testicular and prostate cancers in males
- Reduces unwanted behavioral problems such as aggression, territorial marking, and roaming
- Pets who have been spayed or neutered tend to have longer lifespans
- Helps combat the issue of pet overpopulation & over crowding of animal shelters from unplanned litters
Our veterinarian in Austin prioritizes your pet's safety and comfort with the utmost care. For that reason, all pets receive pre-surgical bloodwork before their procedure to ensure they are healthy enough to undergo surgery. During the procedure your pet receives IV fluids, balanced anesthesia, and close monitoring during and after the procedure. The vet will call you after to update you on how everything went and answer any questions you might have. Upon pickup, detailed discharge instructions will be provided to you with details on pain medications and how to care for your pet at home.
