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Wellness Services
A regular physical examination is just as important for your pet as it is for you. Our veterinarians recommend a complete physical examination for your pet at least once, and perhaps twice a year. During a physical examination, your veterinarian will listen to your pet's heart and lungs, evaluate your pet's vision, look for any unusual lumps or swelling and check your pet's teeth and oral cavity, among other procedures.
Routine examinations give your vet an opportunity to develop a picture of your pet's overall health. Examinations are also essential in spotting problems before they become serious health issues. During an exam, your veterinarian may also talk to you about home healthcare for your pet. An examination is also a good time for your pet to get up-to-date on his or her vaccinations. Ask your veterinarian about scheduling an examination today.
We do well-pet, preventative medicine, like vaccinations, flea control, nutrition counseling, behavioral counseling, microchipping. We do examinations and write health certificates for interstate travel, as well as health certificates to Hawaii, the United Kingdom, Europe and Australia. See links for the travel requirements to certain island countries.
Emergencies
We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We see emergencies; we see and treat sick pets on an outpatient basis, as well as hospitalize pets that need more critical and long term care. Our 24 hour staff is with your pet all day and all night—no pet is left alone, frightened, in a dark cage.
Prescriptions
We have an extensive in house pharmacy so that you do not have to go to another location to obtain the medicines your pet needs. We also work with a local compounding pharmacy, which can make specialty medications or take the medications that your pet needs and place them in a gel that is smeared on the ear, a tasty fish-flavored liquid, or make the dose small enough to treat the littlest Chihuahua or kitten.
For your convenience, we have partnered with Vetcentric, a veterinary-only, credible on-line pharmacy. Vetcentric can also make compounded specialty medications if you so desire.
We also have 40 linear feet of prescription diets to ensure your pet has the best selection and choice for his or her medical condition.
Microchipping
Millions of pets go missing each year, and many never return home. To increase your pet's chances of coming home should he or she become lost, we recommend microchipping your pet. During a simple, painless procedure similar to a vaccination, a small microchip (about the size of a grain of rice) is implanted underneath your pet's skin, usually near the shoulder blades. Each microchip contains a unique code that corresponds to vital information about your pet stored in a national database. If your pet is lost, the microchip can be scanned at a veterinary hospital or animal shelter, and the information can be used to bring your pet home. We use Home Again microchip system because the microchips do not migrate away from the location that they are implanted. Clients can then subscribe to the Home Again website to locate updated information on their pet's vaccination status from anywhere in the world. Click here to learn more about Home Again or log into your customer account.
Dental care
A healthy mouth and clean teeth are a key part of your pet's overall health. Plaque, tartar and bacteria can build up in your pet's teeth and gums, conditions that can lead to periodontal disease and other health problems, all of which can lead to problems in the liver, kidneys, hearts and other organs.
Regular dental care is important for your pet! That's why we perform routine cleanings, dental surgeries and tooth extractions. Our hospital also performs special dental treatment, such as the application of Oravet. Our veterinarians will also discuss with you how to best provide dental care for your pet at home.