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At Vet Cross, our experienced surgical team performs a broad range of procedures for both small and large animals — from routine desexing to complex orthopaedic repairs.
SURGERY
ADVANCED SURGICAL CARE FOR ANIMALS LARGE AND SMALL
With state-of-the-art surgical suites in all three hospitals and a lead surgeon with advanced orthopaedic training, your animal is in skilled and caring hands.
Our surgical services are available across Bundaberg, Bargara and Gin Gin, with major surgeries performed at our Bundaberg hospital. We also provide on-farm surgical care for large animals when needed.
WHAT WE OFFER
Soft tissue surgery
(e.g. lump removals, exploratory surgery)
Orthopaedic procedures
(TPLO, fracture repair, joint surgery)
Caesareans and reproductive surgery
Diagnostic surgery
(biopsies, exploratory)
Wound care and laceration repair
Intestinal obstruction and emergency surgery
Desexing for dogs, cats and other animals
We also offer field surgery for horses and cattle, such as caesarians, geldings and other castrations, hernia repairs and treatment for wounds or traumatic injuries..
WHAT TO EXPECT ON SURGERY DAY
From initial consultation to recovery, we guide you through every step to ensure a comfortable experience:
Preparation
We’ll discuss pre-surgery instructions like fasting and go over your pet’s medical history.
Anaesthesia and Monitoring
Our veterinary nurses provide constant anaesthesia monitoring to ensure a smooth, safe procedure.
Post-Operative Care
We provide detailed post-surgery instructions, covering rest, medications, and follow-up visits.
SAFETY AND COMFORT COME FIRST
- Anaesthetic protocols tailored to the animal’s species, age and health
- Advanced monitoring with ECG and oxygen levels tracked throughout
- Pain relief via nerve blocks and tailored medication plans
- Dedicated recovery areas for calm, stress-free post-op care
All surgical patients receive a thorough pre-operative assessment and post-op care plan. We’re here to answer your questions and guide you through every step.
WHY CHOOSE VET CROSS?
- Surgeries performed by experienced Veterinarians
- The only provider of advanced orthopaedics in the region
- Surgical facilities in all three locations, with referral to Bundaberg for complex cases
- In-house diagnostics to support rapid decision-making
- With a large number of Vets, we can select the best Veterinarian for each operation.
We also accept surgical referrals from other local vets — your animal will always receive respectful, expert care.
