Pet Surgery in Cave Creek, AZ | Soft Tissue & Routine Surgery for Dogs & Cats
Led by owner Bryan Hayter, DVM, and our experienced veterinary team, Desert Forest Animal Hospital performs routine and soft-tissue surgical procedures using individualized anesthesia, careful monitoring, multimodal pain management, and attentive postoperative care.
Quinn Bauer, DVM, is a Fear Free Certified veterinarian who uses gentle, low-stress handling techniques when appropriate to reduce fear, anxiety, and stress before and after veterinary procedures.
Call (480) 488-2010 to schedule a surgical consultation or pre-operative exam.
Common Surgical Procedures We Perform
We offer both routine and soft tissue surgeries, including:
• Spay and neuter (including pediatric and adult) • Mass and lump removals • Laceration and wound repair • Soft tissue surgery (abscesses, foreign body removal, etc.) • Bladder stone removal • Eye and eyelid procedures • Dental surgery and oral mass removals •
Every surgery is tailored to your pet’s individual needs, age, and health status.
Not every surgical problem begins with a scheduled consultation. Dogs and cats may develop sudden injuries, wounds, abdominal problems, urinary obstruction concerns, swallowed foreign objects, or other conditions that require prompt evaluation.
If your pet develops a sudden illness or injury during our regular clinic hours, call (480) 488-2010 before arriving. Desert Forest Animal Hospital provides same-day urgent veterinary care in Cave Creek for many stable illnesses and injuries when availability allows.
During an urgent visit, our veterinarians can examine your pet and, when medically appropriate, use in-house blood work and diagnostic testing and digital X-rays to help determine whether surgery is needed and how urgently it should be performed.
Some stable surgical conditions may be treated at Desert Forest Animal Hospital during regular business hours. When a patient requires immediate advanced surgery, intensive monitoring, overnight hospitalization, or another level of specialty care, our team can help coordinate referral to an appropriate 24-hour emergency or specialty hospital.
Major trauma, severe difficulty breathing, collapse, uncontrolled bleeding, repeated seizures, or another life-threatening condition may require immediate treatment at a 24-hour emergency hospital.
What to Expect on Surgery Day
Why Pet Owners Choose Desert Forest for Surgery
• Experienced doctors who take the time to explain every step • Fear Free Certified veterinarian — less stress for your pet • Modern monitoring equipment and high safety standards • Clear communication before, during, and after surgery • Convenient location on East Cave Creek Road • Same-day surgical consultations available when possible
We focus exclusively on dogs and cats.
Our Location & Hours
Desert Forest Animal Hospital 6554 E Cave Creek Rd Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Phone: (480) 488-2010
Hours: • Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM • Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Ready to Schedule Your Pet’s Surgery?
Call us today at (480) 488-2010 or request an appointment online. We’re here to make the surgical experience as safe, smooth, and stress-free as possible for both you and your pet.
Your pet’s health and comfort are our top priority.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Bryan Hayter July 2026
