Skin & Reconstructive Surgery for for Dogs and Cats in South Florida

Over 17 years of surgical experience

Skin Tumor Removal and Reconstructive Surgery for Dogs and Cats – Expert Pet Surgical Care
Skin issues in pets – like large tumors, wounds, or congenital problems – sometimes require specialized surgical care to ensure proper healing and the best cosmetic outcome. Dr. Fernand provides skin and reconstructive surgeries for dogs and cats throughout South Florida. If your pet has a large skin tumor, simply removing it might leave a big wound that needs reconstruction. In these cases, after excising the mass with clean margins, we may perform techniques such as skin flaps or grafts to close the area. Our goal is to remove all diseased tissue (whether cancerous or benign) and get your pet healed up with as little discomfort as possible. We also perform mastectomies (removal of mammary glands) for pets with breast tumors – common in older female dogs and cats – using careful technique to minimize tension and complications. Another specialized procedure we offer is corkscrew tail removal for breeds like English Bulldogs that can suffer from infected ingrown tails; removing that twisted tail segment can dramatically improve their comfort and hygiene. Throughout any of these procedures, we maintain strict sterility and gentle tissue handling, which means faster healing for your pet. And as always, we’ll explain everything in plain language: for instance, if your dog has a softball-sized tumor on the side, we’ll show you how we plan to remove it and slide surrounding skin to cover the spot, so you know what surgery and recovery entail.

Why Choose Dr. Fernand for Your Pet’s Skin Surgery?

• Specialist Precision: Some skin surgeries can be tricky – tumors on the paw or face, for example, need precise removal to avoid deformity. Dr. Fernand’s specialized surgical training means he can remove growths completely while preserving as much normal tissue as possible. 
• Reconstruction Expertise: When needed, we can perform advanced closures. Rather than leaving your pet with a large open wound or a tight closure that could open up, we utilize flaps (rotating nearby skin) or grafts to ensure a robust healing. Your pet’s comfort and appearance are both considered. 

Convenience & Compassion: These procedures are done at your home clinic, so your pet isn’t carted to a strange place. This is especially good for older pets with tumors who don’t need extra stress. We keep our services cost-effective, making affordable pet surgery available for conditions that might otherwise lead owners to delay care. And our personal approach means you can ask the surgeon directly about post-op wound care, diet, activity – any aspect of recovery – and get clear answers.

Contact Dr. Fernand today to learn how his innovative approach can work for you.

Common Pet Surgeries Performed by Dr. Fernand