Primary Care

Primary care services performed at our hospitals are the basic services every pet needs. These services include spays and neuters, health exams, laboratory and pharmacy services, and dental care. Please click on any of the subheadings listed below to learn more about all of the primary care services we offer your pets.

Available Services
  • Pets can suffer from allergies to elements in the environment around them, as well as certain ingredients in their foods, just like people can ... Read more

  • Anesthesia indicates the use of medication to block sensation, typically resulting in unconsciousness Anesthesia is induced using a variety of medications, both injectable and inhaled ... Read more

  • Dogs and cats don't often get cavities But they do frequently suffer from other types of dental disease Periodontal or gum disease, in fact, is the number one illness found in both dogs and cats... Read more

  • At your pet's yearly examination it may be determined that they require a dental cleaning. Routine veterinary dentistry involves prophylaxis (teeth cleaning), polishing and a full oral examination.

    Dental prophylaxis is performed with your pet under general anesthesia.... Read more

  • Our hospital offers thorough ear exams as one of our many services. Symptoms like head shaking, scratching and pawing at the ears, rubbing the ears on the floor or furniture, whining, and abnormal odors are common.

    Conditions of the ear occur frequently in dogs and cats and result from a variety of causes.... Read more

  • Our hospital offers emergency care. If you suspect your pet may be having a medical crisis, err on the side of caution and seek medical attention immediately. Our experienced team of veterinarians, technicians and assistants are here to assist your pet when it is needed most.... Read more

  • Our staff will help you cope with euthanasia and end of life decisions. Unfortunately, there comes a time in the life of all pets when the possibility of a recovery to a comfortable existence is highly unlikely. Caretakers of an animal must at this time consider all possibilities to relieve the pet's suffering.... Read more

  • Our hospital offers many General Surgery Services that include a variety of common and elective procedures performed under general anesthesia.

    Examples of common surgeries include: spay (ovariohysterectomy), neuter (castration), lump removal and biopsy, laceration repair, abscess and wound repair, exploratory surgery, removal of gastrointestinal foreign bodies, enucleation (eye removal), cystotomy (removal of bladder stones), and skin biopsy. We also routinely use pain management medication in our general surgeries to ensure your pet's comfort.... Read more

  • Feline Senior Wellness:
    Cats age quickly and often hide signs of illness, so health problems can arise quickly. This is why paying attention to your senior feline’s wellness is important for their well-being.

    The senior cat wellness exam is designed to promote the longest and healthiest life possible.... Read more

  • Your pet is an important member of your family and you may wish to take him/her with you when you travel. There are different requirements depending if you are traveling by car or by airplane, and whether your travel is outside the 48 contiguous states.

    Normally, pets must have a health certificate within 10 days of traveling.... Read more

  • Hospitalization involves admitting your pet into the hospital for monitoring or necessary medical care. Your pet will have their own cage or kennel within the hospital building and will be monitored closely by technicians and veterinarians throughout their stay. Your pet will receive medical treatments (such as medications, fluid therapy, and physical therapy) as directed by your veterinarian.... Read more

  • We are proud to have a reliable in-house laboratory system. Tests we are able to perform include:

    • Hematology CBC
    • Chemistry Panel
    • Blood Gases
    • Coagulation Testing
    • Electrolytes
    • Aerobic Bacterial Culture and Sensitivity
    • Urinalysis
    • Parvo
    • FeLV/FIV
    • 4DX (Lyme, Ehrlichia, Anaplasma, and Heartworm)
    • Basic Skin and Ear Cytology

    We also have access to two reputable outside laboratories for additional testing such as:

    • Cytology
    • Fecal Examination for Parasites
    • Endocrine Assays
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Anaerobic Culture
    • Expanded Sensitivities
    • Histopathology
    • and many other tests
    .... Read more

  • For your convenience, our hospital has an in-house pharmacy, enabling you to pick up your pet's medications at the time of your visit.

    While no hospital carries every medication, we keep the most commonly prescribed medications in stock. If your pet requires a medication that we do not carry, call ahead and we may be able to order it for you.... Read more

  • Surgical suites are rooms designated for use during surgery only. These rooms are kept as clean as possible to minimize bacteria and other infectious organisms that would be capable of contaminating a surgical wound.

    Many surgical suites are designed with separate ventilation from the rest of the hospital as this helps maintain cleanliness of the room.... Read more

  • Internal Medicine is the branch of medicine concerned with the diagnosis, management and nonsurgical treatment of disease affecting the lungs, kidneys, liver, pancreas, spleen, intestinal tract, urinary tract, endocrine system and neuromuscular systems. Management of these conditions is typically done with diet, exercise and medications.

    If your veterinarian feels your pet has a more advanced or specific problem, they may recommend referral to an Internal Medicine Specialist who has additional internship and residency training beyond veterinary school and has taken a set of examinations certifying them as a specialist within that field.... Read more

  • Proper nutrition plays a major role in your pet’s health, and we can work with you to ensure he/she is receiving the best diet possible. Based on an assessment of your pet’s current and past diet along and in-depth medical history analysis, our practitioners can make recommendations with regard to commercial or home-cooked diets, treats, and supplements (as necessary). We can also assist in determining proper feeding strategies specific to your pet’s individual needs (such as nutritional plans for pets with existing medical conditions), and are available to answer any questions you have before, during and after the process.... Read more

  • Pets share our lives as well as our hearts, and they are frequently a source of love and support that remains stable through all of life’s changes. We understand the emotions involved with losing a beloved pet. Our monthly support group can assist you through this difficult journey by providing a safe place where you can talk with others who are experiencing similar feelings of grief.... Read more

  • In our continuing efforts to offer the highest quality veterinary medicine, we are pleased to provide a wide range of surgical services for our patients. From routine surgical procedures, such as spaying and neutering, to more complex surgeries, we look forward to the opportunity to care for your pet's surgical needs.

    Our staff is highly skilled in performing veterinary surgeries and will make every effort to ensure that your pet receives the very best care.... Read more

  • Our hospital routinely performs spays and neuters, the surgical sterilization of female and male dogs and cats. Spaying involves removal of the uterus and ovaries of female dogs and cats and is called ovariohysterectomy. Neutering involves removal of the testicles of male dogs and cats and is called castration.... Read more