Lucky the Comet Goldfish underwent a surgical procedure to remove 6 unsightly, but benign, tumors that had grown over his scales. It’s not uncommon for goldfish over the age of 10 to develop tumors according to the vets. The surgery took about 35 minutes and would have costed nearly $150, but was done for free because the operations were performed in front of aquarium staff and veterinary science students to help educate them on health and diseases among fish.
“Goldfish can live until they’re 20 years old and owners become attached to them just like any other pet,” he said.
“It isn’t uncommon for people to seek vet treatment for their fish.”
The cosmetic procedure is so popular that Dr Greenwood performs up to 60 operations each year to fix aesthetic flaws on pet fish in Victoria and NSW.
“Performing operations in front of aquarium staff and veterinary science students helps to educate them about potential health problems and diseases of fish,” Dr Greenwood said.
Of course this entry wouldn’t be complete without some safe, but scary plastic surgery pictures.
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