Pet Surgery in Lake Mary, FL, From Your Local Vet

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Lake Mary is a vet in Lake Mary, FL, that does common soft tissue surgery for dogs and cats in its own clinic. The Lake Mary clinic page lists spay and neuter surgery, growth removals, wound treatment and other soft tissue operations, all with full anesthesia monitoring. Most pets go home the same day.

Book online, walk in, or call (689) 400-8901.

What surgeries does Petfolk Lake Mary do?

The most common are:

• Spay and neuter. See spay and neuter in Lake Mary.

• Lump and mass removal, from skin growths to fatty lumps that get in the way.

• Wound repair, such as closing a bite or a deep cut.

• Other soft tissue surgery the vet judges safe to do in the clinic.

Across Petfolk, leaving out spays, neuters and dental work, more than a third of dog surgeries (38%) are to remove a lump or mass, and about 7 in 10 surgery patients (69%) are dogs (Oct 1, 2025 to Sep 30, 2026).

Some surgeries need a specialist, such as many bone and joint repairs. If that is the case, the vet will tell you and help with the referral.

Is anesthesia safe for my pet?

For most healthy pets, yes, and careful steps lower the risk further. Before surgery, the vet does an exam and usually runs blood work to check the liver and kidneys. See blood work and lab testing in Lake Mary. During surgery, a team member watches your pet's heart rate, breathing, oxygen and temperature the whole time. Older pets and pets with health problems get a plan made for them. Tell the team about every medicine and supplement your pet takes, plus any past reaction to anesthesia, so the plan fits.

How does a surgery day go?

1. The night before: follow the food instructions you are given. Water is usually fine until morning.

2. Drop-off: the team checks your pet in, answers last questions, and confirms your phone number.

3. Surgery: your pet gets pain control, anesthesia and close monitoring.

4. Wake-up: your pet rests somewhere warm and quiet while the team watches them come around.

5. Pick-up: the team calls you, goes over home care, and sends you home with any medicine.

They did his surgery all in the same day we found them.

T. W., Google review

Whether surgery can happen that fast depends on your pet and the schedule. Ask the team about timing.

How do I care for my pet after surgery?

Recovery is mostly about rest and keeping the incision clean and dry:

• Keep the cone on, so your pet can't lick or chew the stitches.

• Use short leash walks for potty breaks only. No running, jumping, stairs or rough play until the vet says it is OK.

• No baths or swimming until the incision is fully healed.

• Check the incision twice a day for swelling, redness or discharge.

• Give every dose of pain medicine as directed.

Lake Mary is a walking town, and it is tempting to head back to the trails at Trailhead Park or the loop around Lake Mary Sports Complex. Hold off until the recheck. Too much activity early is one of the most common reasons incisions open up.

Fear Free handling continues after surgery too. The team keeps recheck visits calm and quick.

Cost

A wellness exam at Petfolk Lake Mary starts at $99. Surgery costs depend on the procedure, your pet's size and health, and the tests needed. You'll get an estimate before any test or treatment. The final bill can differ if the plan changes during the visit. PetfolkCare membership starts at $199 a year.

Problems after surgery that can't wait

Call the clinic the same day if the incision is red, swollen, leaking or opening. If your pet is bleeding heavily, has pale gums, collapses or has trouble breathing, go to a 24-hour emergency hospital. The closest is Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG), 1490 W Fairbanks Ave, Winter Park.

Getting to us

Petfolk Veterinary & Urgent Care - Lake Mary is at 222 Wheelhouse Ln, #1110, Lake Mary, FL 32746, with free parking. Call (689) 400-8901 to plan a surgery consult.

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