When your pet needs surgery, you want a team that will show them the same tender and attentive care they’d give their own pets. At Fairfax Animal Hospital, our veterinary team does just that. We treat every pet like one of our own, providing safe, compassionate surgical care, from routine procedures to complex orthopedic repairs. We combine decades of experience with modern techniques and a deep understanding of what pets (and their people) need at every step. Whether you’re scheduling a spay, dental surgery, or orthopedic consult, you’ll find a thoughtful, reassuring partner in us.
Spaying and neutering are just the beginning. Our Falls Church veterinarians also perform a wide range of soft tissue surgeries, including mass removals, cystotomies (for bladder stones), perineal urethrostomies (PUs), ophthalmic procedures, and more. We approach each case with precision and care, always keeping your pet’s comfort and safety at the forefront.
Dental disease can cause more than bad breath. It can also lead to pain, infection, and even damage to the heart, liver, kidneys. That’s why we offer a full suite of dental surgeries, including professional teeth cleanings, extractions, oral tumor removals, gingival hyperplasia treatment, and other procedures designed to restore comfort and function.
For orthopedic issues like cruciate ligament tears or fractures, we’re proud to partner with Dr. Lazar, a board-certified veterinary surgeon who performs advanced orthopedic procedures right here at our hospital. With Dr. Lazar’s aid, your pet will receive specialty-level care, without the stress of referral.
We’ll provide detailed instructions beforehand, but in most cases, your pet will need to fast after midnight. If your pet is on medication, we’ll let you know what to continue or pause.
Yes, we collaborate with Dr. Lazar, a board-certified veterinary surgeon, to provide orthopedic procedures on-site so your pet can receive expert care without being referred elsewhere.
While no anesthesia is entirely risk-free, we take every precaution. Each patient receives an individualized anesthesia protocol, and we use advanced monitoring from induction to recovery.
For many surgeries, yes. Your pet will rest with us until they’re stable and alert, and we’ll go over everything you need to support their recovery at home.
Recovery time depends on the type of surgery. Soft tissue procedures often require a couple of weeks, while orthopedic cases may take longer. We’ll guide you through the full aftercare process.
