General surgery

At Honeydew Animal Clinic, we provide a comprehensive range of surgical procedures, from routine soft tissue surgery to advanced orthopaedic and neurological procedures. Our veterinary team focuses on careful surgical planning, appropriate anaesthetic monitoring and attentive postoperative care to provide safe, compassionate treatment for every patient.

Soft Tissue Surgery

Honeydew Animal Clinic performs a range of soft tissue surgical procedures, including spays and neuters, abdominal and thoracic surgery, oral surgery, superficial and skin surgery, traumatic and reconstructive procedures, and surgery for pathological conditions. Each procedure is carefully planned according to the individual patient's condition and needs.

Ophthalmic Surgery

We provide surgical treatment for a range of ophthalmic conditions in dogs and cats. Depending on the condition, procedures may include surgery to correct eyelid abnormalities, remove masses or address other conditions affecting the eye and surrounding tissues.

Laser Surgery

Honeydew Animal Clinic offers laser surgery for selected procedures, providing precise tissue cutting with minimal bleeding and reduced tissue trauma. Laser surgery may be used for appropriate skin, soft tissue and other surgical conditions, depending on the individual patient.

Ear Nose & Throat (ENT) Surgery

Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome (BOAS) surgery is performed to improve breathing in dogs affected by anatomical airway abnormalities. Depending on the individual patient, procedures may include correction of stenotic nares, an elongated soft palate and other obstructive airway structures.

Advanced Orthopaedic & Neurological Surgery

Knee (Stifle) Surgery

Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease and patellar luxation are common causes of knee problems in dogs and may require surgical correction. Honeydew Animal Clinic offers several surgical options, selected according to the individual patient's condition, size, activity level and overall health.

Surgical options for CCL disease include Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy (TPLO) and extracapsular repair. The most appropriate procedure is determined following an assessment of the individual patient.

Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy (TPLO)

Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy (TPLO) is an advanced surgical procedure used to treat cranial cruciate ligament disease, particularly in active or larger dogs. The procedure stabilises the knee by changing the biomechanics of the joint, allowing the limb to function without relying on the damaged ligament.

Extracapsular Repair

Extracapsular repair is an established surgical technique used to stabilise the knee following cranial cruciate ligament injury. At Honeydew Animal Clinic, the procedure may be performed using modern suture materials such as FiberWire®, with the most appropriate surgical option determined for each individual patient.

Corrective Surgery for Luxating Patella

A luxating patella, or dislocated kneecap, can cause pain, lameness and progressive joint problems. Where surgical correction is indicated, the procedure is tailored to the severity of the luxation and the individual patient's anatomy.

Surgical techniques may include:

RidgeStop® Implant
Tibial Tuberosity Transposition (TTT)
Trochleoplasty
Lateral Capsular Imbrication

Hip Surgery

Femoral Head and Neck Excision (FHNE), also known as Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO), is a surgical procedure used to relieve pain associated with severe hip disease. It may be considered in selected cases of hip dysplasia, chronic hip dislocation, fractures and advanced arthritis.

Elbow Surgery

Honeydew Animal Clinic provides surgical assessment and treatment for a range of elbow conditions that can cause pain, lameness and reduced mobility. Surgical treatment is selected according to the underlying condition and the individual patient's needs.

Conditions that may require surgical treatment include:

Elbow dysplasia
Fragmented coronoid process (FCP)
Ununited anconeal process (UAP)
Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD)

Neuro-Orthopaedic Surgery

Honeydew Animal Clinic provides surgical assessment and treatment for selected neurological and spinal conditions, including Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD). Where surgery is indicated, the recommended approach depends on the location and severity of the disease and the individual patient's neurological status.