Keyhole spays for dogs at Battersea Square Vets
A keyhole spay is a minimally invasive spay option for female dogs. It is kinder, and associated with much less pain and a quicker recovery compared to traditional spaying. At Battersea Square Vets, keyhole spays are carried out by an experienced veterinary surgeon who has performed thousands of key-hole spays, at a clear, fixed price, with pain relief medication and medical pet t-shirt included.
FAQ's
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What is a keyhole spay?
A keyhole spay is a minimally invasive spay technique that uses a small camera and tiny incisions to remove the ovaries. Compared to traditional spaying, this approach is associated with less pain and a faster recovery for most dogs. It is a well-established procedure and a very gentle option.
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What is recovery like after a keyhole spay?
Recovery is usually quick and straightforward. Dogs go home the same day. Gentle lead walks can often be resumed early, and many dogs are back to normal activity within 7 to 10 days. We provide clear, step-by-step aftercare guidance so you know exactly what to expect.
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Keyhole spaying in Battersea and surrounding areas
Keyhole spays are carried out at Battersea Square Vets in South West London by experienced veterinary surgeon Dr Tristan Martin, who has performed thousands of procedures. We welcome patients from Battersea, the Surrey borders, Surrey, and Middlesex, and can offer a vet-led patient transfer service to make the process simple.
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Is my dog suitable for a keyhole spay?
Most dogs are suitable for keyhole spaying. We routinely spay dogs from 3.5/4 kg up to 60kg+, across a wide range of breeds and ages. During a pre-spay discussion, we’ll confirm suitability based on your dog’s health and individual needs, and advise clearly.
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How much does a keyhole spay cost?
Our keyhole spay fee is £695 for a young dog who is not overweight for her breed, and who is under 35kg, this is charged as a fixed price. This includes the procedure, anaesthetic, pain relief, pet t-shirt, and routine aftercare. As an independent clinic, we believe in clear, fair pricing from the outset.
For an older dog (over the age of 6) this will be a dog who is overweight for her breed, or for a dog over 35kg, our spay fee will be higher due to the additional surgery time required. We will always let you know the surgical fee before your procedure.
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Can I come to you just for the spay and stay registered with my usual vet?
Yes, absolutely. Many clients choose to come to us specifically for a keyhole spay and continue their routine care with their usual veterinary practice. This is very common.
With your permission, we can liaise directly with your own vet so they have full details of the procedure and aftercare. A vet-led patient transfer service is available, making the process straightforward and well coordinated.
Our aim is simply to provide the procedure you’ve chosen, with clear communication and continuity of care throughout.
I know you would always want the safest, most pain free surgery option for your pet, with the fastest recovery times and least discomfort.
But I also know that money is tight for so many of us at the moment.
If you’re getting your female dog spayed, keyhole surgery delivers all of the above benefits.
I’ve been using keyhole surgery to perform spays for over ten years. I’m passionate about the quality of their results.
However, it is usually more expensive than traditional surgery due to the equipment and training it requires.
I truly want every pet owner to have access to the best care for their pets. So I decided to offer reduced cost vet care for keyhole spays.
If you'd like to know more, I'd be happy to have a chat over the phone, just get in touch with me at the clinic.
I look forward to meeting you and your dog,
Dr Tristan
I will perform every keyhole spay personally, using all of my expertise and experience from the thousands of procedures I have performed over the last decade.
All you have to do is register with us, and we’ll honour the price until your dog is at a suitable point in her cycle.
Simply fill in the form, or give our team a call at 02078560165.
You can find out more about lap spays, what they involve and why we’re so passionate about their benefits here.
See you soon!
Dr Tristan Martin and the Battersea Square Vets team