Castration is the medical term for Neutering. It is the surgical removal of the testicles. This procedure is routinely performed at 5- 6 months of age. This surgery is performed to eliminate sexual activities and render the pet sterile. It can also reduce the tendency to roam, fighting, aggression, and some diseases of the testicles and prostate gland.

Dew Claws are the small nails located on the inside of the front paws and occasionally the rear paws. Since these claws do not touch the ground, they do not wear down. If not regularly trimmed, they may curl and or grow into the foot. The Dew Claws are prone to injury because of their location. This procedure can be performed at 3 – 6 days of age, at the time of spay or castration, or at a later date if the pet is having repeated problems.

Patellar Luxation is a dislocation of the kneecap (patella). The kneecap may dislocate toward the inside (medial) or outside (lateral) of the leg, or may move in both directions. It may result from injury or congenital (present at birth). Both legs maybe affected. Symptoms of Patellar Luxation include pain and limping. Treatment often includes surgical repair.

Dr. Seneczko has performed these procedures for 20 years with excellent results. Please contact us if you have any questions or you require a consultation concerning this procedure.

Ectropion is the turning out (eversion) of the eyelid. This repair can cause irritation because it exposes the sensitive inner lining of the eyelids and eyeball to irritants. It also allows drying of the eyeball due to increased tear evaporation. It may also prevent efficient spreading of the tears during the blink reflex. Causes include inherited factors, birth defects and injuries. Surgical correction of the eversion is the treatment of choice.

• Palate repair
• Stenotic nares
• Perineal urethrostomy for male cat urinary obsrtuctions.
• Ear canal resections
• Eyelid tumor removal and reconstruction
• Bladder stone removal
• Intestinal foreign body removal
• Gastropexy for the treatment and prevention of “bloat” in large breed dogs
• Fracture repairs

At Genoa Animal Hospital, we offer a new procedure that can significantly help in the treatment of ear infections. Otoscopy, or as we commonly refer to it as “ scope cleaning”, is a procedure that can significantly help in the treatment of ear infections.  A scope cleaning involves passing a fiberoptic scope down the ear canal allowing deep cleaning of the canal all the way to the ear drum.

Otoscopic exam must be done under a small amount of sedation because of the close proximity to the ear drum.

This is typically an outpatient procedure. The procedures are performed in the morning and patients can usually go home in the afternoon. A doctor consultation and home care instructions are scheduled at pickup.

Common Questions

How is this procedure done?

A fiberoptic otoscope is placed in the ear canal and a cleaning tube is guided by the scope to thoroughly clean the canal all the way down to the ear drum. Sedation is required because of the depth of the cleaning.

Why is it better to clean the ears with the otoscope?

Without the scope, the ear canal cannot be cleaned all the way to the ear drum. Only by using the scope can the whole ear canal be flushed cleaned.

Why is such a thorough cleaning important?

Any debris that is left when manually cleaning can serve as the source for continuing or repeat ear infections. By using the scope, this source can be removed, potentially reducing the risk for repeat infections.