Surgery
Our veterinary team at Tanglefoot Veterinary Services offer a variety of equine surgeries. This service involves the surgical treatment of horses to address various medical conditions, injuries, and abnormalities
Common Equine Surgeries
We offer various surgical interventions for our patients, including:
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Soft Tissue Surgery: Wound repair, tumor removal, skin biopsies, hernia repair, castration (gelding), and eye removal.
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Orthopedic Surgery: Management of bone sequestrums and specialized hoof surgery.
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Dental and Sinus Surgery: Tooth extractions for wolf teeth, fractured teeth, or infections, as well as sinus lavage.
Dedicated Surgical Support
Our large animal building is configured to support injectable anesthetic procedures and recovery:
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Padded Recovery Room: A rubber-padded room is used for injectable anesthesia and the recovery of horses.
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Indoor Stall: Includes an indoor stall with the capacity to provide IV fluid therapy.
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Outdoor Recovery: Several outdoor stalls are available for patients while they recover from various procedures.
Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring
Maintaining patient stability during surgical procedures is a primary focus of our clinical team.
Professional Preparation: Our equine veterinary technologists prepare the horses for surgery to ensure a structured transition to the procedure.
Monitoring Protocols: Technologists monitor the horse throughout the duration of the injectable anesthesia.