Pet Surgeryin Washington Park

Whether planned or unexpected, surgery can feel overwhelming, but having a trusted team to guide you through every step can make the process feel calmer and more manageable. The Neighborhood Vets provides a wide range of in-house soft tissue procedures, with a focus on safety, communication, pain management, and a smooth recovery. Every surgery begins with a thorough conversation, so pet families feel prepared and supported from start to finish.

Soft Tissue Surgery

From routine procedures to more advanced needs, our highly-skilled veterinary team approaches every case with careful planning and individualized care. Common surgeries include mass removals, spays and neuters, gastrointestinal procedures, oral surgery, and emergency foreign body surgery.

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Minimally Invasive Laparoscopy

Whenever possible, minimally-invasive options are offered through laparoscopic surgery. This technique uses smaller incisions and a tiny camera for excellent surgical visualization. It results in less tissue trauma, reduced post-operative discomfort, and often a quicker recovery.


Laparoscopy is frequently used for procedures such as:


  • Spays
  • Lap-assisted gastropexy
  • Organ biopsies
  • Lap-assisted cryptorchid neuter



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Orthopedic and Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery

For more complex orthopedic and specialty soft-tissue cases, a board-certified surgeon provides care right in the clinic. This approach allows families to stay in a familiar setting without traveling to a referral hospital.


In addition to specialty care, Dr. Engmark is trained in advanced surgical procedures, and the entire team has years of experience performing emergent surgeries, including splenectomies, cystotomies, and foreign body removal.

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What to Expect

Thanks to transparent communication, and a team that keeps you informed throughout, every step of the surgical process comes with clarity and reassurance. Here is what to expect:

  • Before Surgery

    • Pre-operative exam and bloodwork are completed to ensure anesthetic safety
    • Pet families will have the opportunity to ask questions about the procedure, recovery, and pain management plan

  • Day of Surgery

    • Each patient is monitored and cared for by a veterinary assistant, a veterinary technician, and a veterinarian
    • The team will utilize low-stress handling techniques
    • We provide pre-op sedation as necessary
    • Vitals are monitored throughout the procedure
    • Each pet will wake up in a calm recovery space prior to pickup

  • After Surgery

    • Our team will provide detailed home-care instructions tailored to each pet
    • Pets will go home with pain medications as needed
    • A follow-up visit will be scheduled to track progress and answer questions
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Post-Operative Laser Therapy

To help pets heal comfortably, post-operative laser treatments are available to reduce inflammation, ease discomfort, and support a faster, smoother recovery.

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The Neighborhood Vets takes pride in offering thoughtful, modern surgical care backed by skill, communication, and community roots.


When a pet needs surgery, families can feel confident they’re in trusted hands.

Give us a call at (303) 871-8050 or make an appointment online to learn more about our surgical care services.