A goldfish who underwent life-saving brain surgery is expected to make a full recovery.
The treasured pet, named George, went under the knife after developing a tumour which prevented him from eating or swimming properly.
Owner Pip Joyce told Australia's 7 News he was delighted that the operation, believed to have cost several hundred dollars, was successful....MORE..
Vet Dr Tristan Rich, of Lort Smith Animal Hospital in Melbourne, Australia, said: "It's a very fiddly procedure and you have to be very careful about blood loss."
Before vets could operate, the 10-year-old fish was sedated in a bucket of water laced with anaesthetic.
Gelatine sponge was then used to control the bleeding during the 45-minute procedure.
Mr Rich said if George can stay healthy, he is expected to live for another 20 years.
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