Emergency Surgery for Cats and Dogs in Hershey, PA

When your pet needs emergency surgery, every second counts, and so does compassion. At Hershey Animal Emergency Center, our experienced veterinarians provide life-saving emergency surgery for cats and dogs, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. From foreign body removals to complex abdominal procedures, we’re equipped to handle a wide range of surgical emergencies with skill, urgency, and heartfelt care.

If your pet is in distress, don’t wait. Call us immediately at (717) 298-7883 for help.

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Skilled Surgical Care in Critical Moments

Pet Emergency Surgeries We Perform

Our Hershey emergency veterinarians are trained to perform a variety of urgent surgical procedures, including:

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Foreign body removal (including intestinal resection and anastomosis)
Splenectomy (removal of the spleen)
Gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV or bloat) and preventative gastropexy
Cystotomy (removal of bladder stones)
Toe and limb amputation
Wound repair and trauma management
Enucleation (eye removal)
Pyometra surgery (emergency spay due to infected uterus)
Cesarean section (C-section) for difficult deliveries
Perineal urethrostomy (PU surgery) for male cats with urinary blockages

These surgeries are often critical and time-sensitive, which is why our team is ready around the clock to intervene when your pet needs us most.

Guiding You Through Every Step

What to Expect During Your Pet’s Emergency Surgery

We know that surgery is stressful, not just for pets, but for their people too. That’s why we prioritize efficiency, communication, and comfort every step of the way.

Before surgery, we'll perform in-house lab work and pre-surgical assessments so that this critical information is reviewed prior to surgery, and necessary adjustments to the surgical or anesthesia plan can be taken. Our advanced surgery and anesthesia care begins even before moving your pet to the surgery suite: with pre-warming, pre-oxygenation, and pre-surgery pain relief. Once in the surgical suite, your pet will be surrounded by a dedicated team focused on their well-being. A trained veterinary technician continuously monitors anesthesia along with key vitals while maintaining closed-loop communication with the surgeon to quickly respond to unexpected changes.

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Post-Surgery Care and What Comes Next

After Your Pet’s Emergency Surgery

As soon as your pet is out of surgery and stable, you’ll receive a call from one of our doctors or technicians to update you. We’ll walk you through the procedure, any changes in your pet’s condition, and what the next steps look like.

All post-operative patients receive close monitoring from our in-house nursing team, who provide comfort, manage pain, and track recovery progress. If your pet needs ongoing hospitalization during their recovery, our ICU is fully outfitted to provide oxygen therapy, blood transfusions, and more. When it’s time for discharge, you’ll be given detailed home care instructions and the opportunity to ask any questions. We're just a phone call away, day or night, if you need continued guidance.

Surgical Care You Can Count On

Surgical emergencies can be overwhelming, but at Hershey Animal Emergency Center, you’re never alone. From your first phone call to your pet’s recovery, we’re here to provide comfort, clarity, and cutting-edge care around the clock.

If you’re facing a pet emergency, we’re ready. Give us a call at (717) 298-7883 to let us know you’re on your way or ask for directions.