SURGERY
Our Doctors do routine surgeries Monday through Friday generally in the morning to allow our patients to recover and be discharged by the end of the day.
Major surgeries are performed under general anesthesia either by use of inhalation (isoflurane) and/or injectable anesthetics. Sterile techniques are used for all surgical procedures. Pain management is required, and optional pre-surgical blood testing and intravenous catheterization and fluids are available for your pet's best medical care. We routinely check the ears and teeth and trim the nails at no extra charge while your pet is anesthetized. |
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CHECK-UP
Annual examinations to identify problems are recommended. These exams can be conducted at the time of the annual vaccinations or, especially in the older pet, they can be done anytime a change is noted by the owner.
Some things to look for are:
Bad breath
Changes in amount of water consumed or urination
Itching
External parasites seen - fleas, ticks, etc.
Lack of appetite
Vomiting and/or diarrhea
Coughing or wheezing
Reluctance to move or pain on movement
Sores or wounds on skin
Excessive tearing or nasal discharge
If you notice any of the above or other problems, or changes in behavior, give us a call and we will set up an appointment to examine your animal. |
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PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
Vaccinations are the primary method of disease prevention. All puppies and kittens need initial vaccinations and dewormings starting at six to eight weeks of age, with monthly booster vaccines and dewormings until 4 months of age. A Rabies vaccine and a stool analysis accompany the last booster vaccine at the end of the sereis. An annual exam, with vaccinations and a stool analysis, are recommended for all adult pets. Call us for information.
Many different preventive methods and drugs are available for parasite (both internal and external) control. Call us for information.
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LABORATORY
Our clinic is equipped with state of the art diagnostic equipment including in house laboratory blood testing, fecal and urinary analysis, diagnostic x-ray, and fiberoptic endoscopy to provide you with an accurate diagnosis within minutes. |
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PHARMACY
Our pharmacy is stocked with the routine medicines needed to help your pet. Special medicine can be ordered and available within 24 hrs. Local pharmacies can also be called for prescriptions. |
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DENTISTRY
Studies have shown that some of the diseases of internal organs are caused by gingivitis, tartar and rotten teeth. That is why it is important to keep your pet's mouth and teeth healthy!
We do dental prophylaxis under anesthesia. This is done Monday though Friday in the morning and the animal may be discharged in the afternoon.
Give us a call and we can give your pet good breath again!!
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HOUSE CALLS
If your animal cannot be brought to the office for exam or vaccinations, arrangements can be made for a house call. |
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