Advanced care services go above and beyond a general hospital visit for pets. Advanced services may be items such as specialized surgeries, eye treatment, diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, or therapies. Please click on any of the subheadings listed below to learn more about our services in advanced care.
At VCA Peone Pines Animal Hospital in Mead, WA, our dedicated team of veterinarians—including Dr. Sinclair, Dr. Pyrdek, Dr.... Read more
Cryosurgery is the use of extreme cold produced by a liquid nitrous oxide gas (or, in specific instances, liquid nitrogen) to destroy diseased tissue. The super-cold probe freezes and destroys the immediate and surrounding cells. After cryosurgery, the frozen tissue sloughs off and, in most cases, is replaced partially or completely with healthier scar tissue.... Read more
VCA Peone Pines Animal Hospital proudly serves Spokane, Mead, Colbert, Chattaroy, Elk, and the surrounding areas. We’re committed to providing advanced, compassionate care for your dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Our hospital proudly offers state-of-the-art digital radiology (x-ray) services to help diagnose and treat health concerns quickly and safely.... Read more
Our hospital routinely performs electrocardiograms as part of our cardiology services. An electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG) is a readout of the electrical activity of the heart. If your veterinarian hears a heart rhythm abnormality (called an arrhythmia) in your pet's heartbeat, they will recommend an ECG.... Read more
Our hospital offers OFA x-rays for identification of hip dysplasia in dogs. The OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) is an organization that was created to aid breeders in helping reduce the incidence of hip dysplasia. Dogs must be over 2 years of age and the x-rays must be taken using general anesthesia for accurate diagnosis.... Read more
Our hospital offers a variety of orthopedic surgery services to cope with a wide range of injuries and conditions. In the case of a broken leg, for example, our surgeons can perform such procedures as bone plating, pinning and/or wiring to successfully mend the fractured bones. On the other hand, if your pet experiences a knee ligament injury, procedures such as a TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) or extracapsular repair may be recommended.... Read more
Our hospital offers reproductive services for your pet. These services may include hormone therapy, prenatal care, ultrasound, birthing assistance, and Cesarean births if needed. If you have any questions about your pet's reproductive health, we encourage you to please speak to one of our doctors for additional information.... Read more
At VCA Peone Pines Animal Hospital in Mead, WA, we offer a wide range of soft tissue surgeries to address a variety of health concerns for your pets. Soft tissue surgery involves procedures on any body part excluding bones, joints, heart, or the nervous system. Our experienced team, led by Dr.... Read more
At VCA Peone Pines Animal Hospital, we offer advanced veterinary ultrasound services to pet owners in Mead, WA, Spokane, and surrounding areas. Ultrasound is a non-invasive, painless imaging tool that allows our veterinarians to examine your pet’s internal organs in real time, aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of various medical conditions.
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