Laparoscopic Spay

At Belconnen Veterinary Centre, we’re proud to offer laparoscopic spay surgery — also known as a keyhole spay — as a safer, less painful alternative to traditional desexing. This advanced procedure uses a camera and specialised instruments inserted through small incisions, resulting in faster recovery and less discomfort for your pet. 

What is a Laparoscopic Spay?

Unlike a traditional spay (ovariohysterectomy), which requires a larger abdominal incision and removal of both the ovaries and uterus, a laparoscopic spay typically removes only the ovaries (ovariectomy) using tiny incisions and high-definition imaging. 

This technique offers: 

  • Less surgical trauma 

  • Reduced pain 

  • Smaller scars 

  • Faster return to normal activity 

Benefits of a Laparoscopic Spay

  • Smaller incisions mean less disruption to surrounding tissues

  • Studies show pets experience significantly less post-op pain 

  • Many pets are back to normal within 24–48 hours 

  • Less bleeding, reduced infection risk, and no need for external sutures Item description

Is this surgery right for my pet? 

Laparoscopic spays are suitable for: 

  • Healthy female dogs, especially medium to large breeds 

  • Dogs over 10kg who may have more tissue trauma with traditional spaying 

  • Dogs prone to delayed recovery or sensitive to pain 

Want a gentler, quicker recovery for your pet’s desexing? Ask us about laparoscopic spays and how they compare to traditional surgery. We’re happy to answer your questions.