Gateway Veterinary Surgery

12/22/2025

The absolute cutest chihuahua, Santiago, before his surgical procedure. He had staff wrapped around his tiny paws 🐾💙

12/21/2025

❄️ Baby, it’s cold outside, and that means it’s time to brush up on winter pet safety!

From icy paws to chilly joints, winter can pose unique challenges for our furry friends. Whether your pet is a snow-day superstar or prefers staying cozy indoors, these simple tips can help keep them safe and warm all season long.

💙 As always, we’re here to support you and your family veterinarian with expert surgical care when it’s needed most.

12/18/2025

Meet Ivy, a sweet lab who found herself in an unfortunate situation after getting kicked by a deer. 🦌💔

She came to us with a tibia/fibula fracture, and thanks to the incredible work of Dr. Wardlaw, Ivy received a successful plating procedure. Swipe to see her amazing recovery, with before and after AP rads showing her progress! 📸✨

We’re so glad Ivy is on the mend and back to being her happy, tail-wagging self! 💙

12/17/2025

Loved hosting Dr. Justin Harper and his team from Texas Specialty Veterinary Services, PLLC at Pet Referral Plus!
Meaningful collaboration, shared expertise, and time together in the OR made for a great visit at our new surgery center.

Visiting surgeon from San We loved hosting Dr. Justin Harper, Owner/Surgeon at Texas Specialty Veterinary Services, and his team at our new surgery center!
Great collaboration, shared learning, and even hands-on time in the OR.

12/16/2025

Whether it’s a routine spay/neuter or a more complex tummy surgery, our board-certified team brings advanced soft-tissue procedures to your trusted clinic:
1️⃣ Spay & Neuter
2️⃣ Bladder Stone Removal
3️⃣ Skin Growths & Tumors
4️⃣ Intestinal Obstruction Repair
5️⃣ C-Section
6️⃣ Laparoscopic Surgery
7️⃣ Skin Laceration Repair
8️⃣ Cystotomy
9️⃣ Prophylactic Gastropexy

Enjoy concierge surgical care without the stress of traveling far—your pet stays in a familiar environment, and you stay worry-free. 🏥✨

12/12/2025

Meet Watson, who’s recovering like a champ after his TPLO surgery! 🐾🦴

We’re so proud of this brave boy as he heals and gets closer to back-to-normal playtime. Thanks to his dedicated pet parents and our team, Watson is on the road to recovery and feeling better each day! 💙

12/10/2025

Pepper was eagerly waiting to meet our team so we could help her knee feel better. 🐾💛

12/09/2025

🐱 December is Cat’s Lover Month, and we’re here for all things feline!

Whether your cat rules the house with a velvet paw or keeps you on your toes with curious chaos, this month is a celebration of the unique bond we share with our whiskered companions.

At Gateway Veterinary Surgery, we understand that cats aren’t just small dogs. They have their own needs, personalities, and preferences, especially when it comes to surgical care. That’s why we tailor every step of the process to help reduce stress and support smooth recoveries.

💙 To all the cat lovers out there: your feline friend deserves the very best.

12/08/2025

Tristan is such a handsome boy, and he needs our help for his hip to feel better. 💙

12/06/2025

Please check out this new article on Nerve Growth Factor pathway

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Abstract Nerve growth factor (NGF) is one of several neurotrophic proteins necessary for normal development and function of the mammalian nervous system. Nerve growth factor is necessary for normal brain cholinergic function, and reduced brain cholinergic activity is a hallmark pathological feature....

12/05/2025

Future vet in the making! 💚

Dr. Wardlaw’s daughter, Lillian, joined us last week in her Gateway scrubs to learn all about TPR and how we monitor heart rate and oxygenation during surgery and recovery. We loved having her curiosity and enthusiasm in the center!

12/05/2025

Visiting surgeon from San Antonio. We loved hosting Dr. Justin Harper, Owner/Surgeon at Texas Specialty Veterinary Services, and his team at our new surgery center!

Great collaboration, shared learning, and even hands-on time in the OR.