Keyhole Spays
Don't overpay for a keyhole spay
Save £400
For clients who register for a keyhole spay before 31st December 2025, we'll discount the fee for a keyhole spay to £550 - that's a £400 saving on the average London price of £950
If you're searching for a key-hole spay / lap spay in Battersea, Nine Elms, Fulham, Wandsworth, Chelsea, Kensington, or further afield, we're here for you
James, Border Collie pet parent
"Dr Tristan looked after my dog incredibly well during her key-hole spay. She was back to her usual self so quickly, and I'd definitely choose a key-hole spay again, so much better than the old style"
Gareth, Chihuahua pet parent
"Carried out laparoscopic spaying of our chihuahua which, I'm told, requires significant skill because the of the small size of the dog. Everything was very clearly explained in terms of surgery, surgical technique, risks, and aftercare including provision of painkillers and a nicely fitting body vest rather than surgical collar! The recovery time seemed to be much quicker than for a traditional spay and with less pain. We were very glad to find a vet that could carry out laparoscopic spaying on a chihuahua because only very few in the country seem to have the skill and equipment to do it. The fee was also very reasonable given the surgical expertise involved and less pain for the dog. We would definitely recommend..."
Catherine, Google review
"...would recommend them to anyone looking for a friendly, helpful, highly skilled vets, who you can trust to have both the animals and your best interests at the centre of their ethos"
You want the kindest, safest, most modern care for your dog
Many people, and many vets, still associate spaying with the traditional method - open surgery involving a larger cut along into the abdomen.
However, there’s a less invasive option now available - the laparoscopic, or “keyhole,” spay.
This technique allows us to use tiny incisions. Instead of placing hands inside the abdomen, we use fine instruments inserted through small ports, guided by the internal view from the camera.
Older methods cause
more pain and more risk
Medical research has shown that a traditional spay is up to three times more painful than a keyhole spay:
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90% of dogs felt the surgeon pulling on their ovaries whilst under anaesthetic
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Older style spays carry the risk of a torn artery
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The risk of requiring morphine after surgery in the open spay group was 10 times greater
Why a keyhole spay is better
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It's kinder - dogs don't feel any pulling on their ovaries and nothing is torn internally.
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It's safer - blood vessels are sealed in-situ without having to tear the ovaries out of the abdomen. We can see everything in 20x magnification.
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Recovery is much faster - rather than suffering post-operative pain, our patients are normally back on their feet the day after surgery.
Why you should come to us at
Battersea Square Vets
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We're experienced - Dr Tristan Martin MA VetMB MRCVS qualified from Cambridge Univeristy 20 years ago and has performed key-hole spays on dogs from 3.5kg all the way up to 60kg!
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We have the best equipment - we’ve chosen human-grade surgical equipment because it offers the highest level of safety and precision. Our Covidien LigaSure FT10 system seals blood vessels in under two seconds, cutting with pinpoint accuracy for zero bleeding. Our endoscopy equipment is supplied by Karl Storz SE & Co. KG, who make world-class lenses and endoscopes
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We have easy parking - and we're within walking distance from Clapham Junction station.
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You can stay with your dog throughout their procedure in our spacious, comfortable and client friendly clinic; or if you can't stay, we can keep you up to date via WhatsApp.
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We offer the best price - our current £550 keyhole spay offer is the lowest priced keyhole spay in the whole of the UK.
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Overall, we offer gentle, expert care for your dog - without the high London prices
Frequently asked questions
1 / There must be a catch - how can you offer it at £550 when everyone else is charging an average of £950?
There's no catch, we're just simply charging what we used to - before vet fees rose dramatically over the past few years.
Whilst it's true that more expertise and more expensive equipment is required, we feel that our fees should be fair.
2 / Why is a key-hole spay less painful?
This is because a keyhole spay is less invasive, there’s barely any tissue trauma, and the surgeon's hands aren't in the abdomen pulling on internal structures.
The ovarian structures are sealed and cut in-situ, rather than having to rip them out of the body to ligate the blood vessels. Not only does this ripping risk tearing the ovarian artery, it also results in some of the peritoneum being torn away from the inside of the abdomen. None of this happens in a key-hole spay.
Delicate tissues are kept inside the abdomen rather than being pulled out of the body - they're not exposed to the air, and there's no risk of drying out and infection.
3 / Do I have to pay for add-on services or extras?
No - here's what’s included in our £550 fixed price:
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Pre-anaesthetic blood testing
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IV fluids during surgery
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Full post-operative pain relief
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Follow-up checks and suture removal
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A medical pet T-shirt or buster collar
There are no hidden extras - just clear, honest pricing and compassionate, expert care.
4 / How soon can my dog return to normal activity?
Most dogs want to get back to their normal activity much sooner than after an open spay.
Most patients feel well enough to want to play the following day - however we advise lead exercise only to allow healing to start.
5 / When is the best time to spay my dog?
This depends on your dog's age and timing in relation to her season.
For some breeds we recommend spaying before the first season, whilst for others we'd suggest waiting for full adult maturity.
We're very happy to discuss this with you before booking surgery.
We advise scheduling the procedure between 3 and 5 months after the last season.
6 / What if she comes into season on the day?
We understand that sometimes life is unpredictable and some dogs can come into season earlier than expected.
If that happens, don't worry - under those circumstances, we'd always advise waiting for the season to finish and then re-booking for 3-5 months after that.
There's no fee for rescheduling.
The key-hole spay process explained:
Consultation
During the pre-operative consultation with you and your dog, we perform a full clinical examination and answer any questions you may have. We also carry out a pre-operative blood test. This consultation can be done on the morning of the procedure, provided we've already had a phone discussion with you.
Key-hole spay
The spay is a day procedure, with a morning admission and and afternoon discharge (with the pre-spay consultation done on the morning). IV fluids are given as standard during the procedure, and we include all post-operative pain relief and a medical pet t-shirt within the fee.
Follow-Up
We normally see patients for the first check-up 3-5 days later, with a final check-up 10-14 days post surgery. Any stitches are removed at the final post-op check. These are also included free of charge with us and we offer complimentary K-laser incision treatment at both checks.
Aftercare
Proper aftercare is essential for a speedy recovery and long-term health. Patients should be walked on the lead until the sutures are removed, with no walking, jumping, swimming or baths until signed off at the final post-op check.
Emergency Care
If you have any concerns, you can live-chat with our team via WhatsApp during our opening hours, or speak to us on the phone.
If the clinic is closed, then you can speak to one of our independent out of hours vets by phone, video or in person if needed.
Back to the park!
Once we've done the spay and discharged you, then that's it! Your dog can go back to her normal activities!