Laser surgery in Staten Island
At Hylan Animal Hospital we are proud to be one of the first veterinary hospitals to provide CO2 laser surgery as a progressive new option for our patients. Now your pet can benefit from the same properties of laser surgery that human patients have been experiencing for over 20 years! Laser surgery allows for less pain, swelling, and discomfort after surgery, as well as the ability to resume normal activities sooner than ever before. Laser surgery is especially beneficial for brachycephalic breeds of dogs and cats.
Brachycephalic dog breeds: Pug, Pekingese, English bulldog, French bulldog, Boston terrier.
Brachycephalic cat breads: British, Exotic, Himalayan, Persian, Scottish fold.
What surgeries can be performed with the laser?
- soft palate resection
- gingival hyperplasia
- skin tumor removal
- exploratory surgery
- spay/neuter
- urinary bladder surgery
- entropion and eyelid surgery
- soft-tissue surgery
Did you know that snoring could be a sign of breathing problems?
Other signs of abnormal breathing:
- gaging while swallowing
- getting easily tired during exercise
- noisy breathing
Contact us today if you pet is a noisy sleeper to make sure that their snoring isn't a sign of an underlying condition.