Comprehensive Therapies for Your Pet
These comprehensive therapies are designed to enhance your pet's overall well-being and can be especially beneficial for pets with chronic conditions, recovery from surgery, or those needing extra care. Our goal is to provide a holistic approach to your pet's health, combining traditional treatments with alternative options to promote healing, reduce pain, and improve quality of life.
Dermatology
Skin problems are quite common in dogs and cats. The sooner a skin problem is detected and diagnosed, the greater the chances of a full recovery. Skin problems may be caused by a variety of factors, including hormonal disorders, allergies, infections, and parasites such as fleas and mites.
If you notice your dog or cat scratching excessively or observe any scabs, redness, inflammation, lumps, or bare patches in the fur, you should arrange an appointment with your veterinarian. Our veterinarians begin with a thorough physical exam, often identifying the cause of skin issues through visual assessment and your pet’s medical history. When further investigation is needed, we may recommend diagnostic tests such as skin scrapings, cytology, or in some cases, a biopsy. These help us determine the underlying cause and develop an effective treatment plan.
Cardiology
Heart problems can affect pets of any type at any age. While heart disease is usually a life-threatening condition, early detection and proper treatment can keep your pet by your side for years to come. If caught soon enough, some forms of heart disease can be entirely reversed.
Signs of heart disease include breathing rapidly or coughing, loss of appetite, exhaustion, weakness, and trouble exercising. If you notice any of these signs, call us immediately. We can detect many heart problems during a physical exam. Additional tests, including electrocardiogram (ECG), x-ray, and ultrasound, help us accurately diagnose the cause of heart disease.
Tonometry
Glaucoma and other problems with intraocular pressure can cause permanent vision loss and even blindness. Tonometry allows us to test your dog or cat’s eyes for excess pressure, a warning sign of glaucoma. The test is simple, painless, and does not require sedation, but can save your pet from permanent eye damage.
Any pet that has suffered an eye injury should have this test performed. In addition, if you notice dilated pupils, clouding of the cornea, red or bloodshot eyes, one eye protruding or appearing larger than the other, squinting, or tearing, you should contact your veterinarian immediately. We can perform a tonometry test and proceed with appropriate treatment.
Endocrinology
Endocrinology refers to the study of the endocrine system, a group of tissues – mostly glands – that release hormones into the bloodstream. These hormones perform a range of roles, regulating the body’s metabolism, growth, development, and reproduction. When one of these hormonal balances is disturbed, it results in an endocrine disorder. The most common endocrine disorders in dogs and cats are:
The most common endocrine disorders in dogs and cats are:
- Diabetes mellitus: caused by a deficiency in or resistance to insulin
- Hypothyroidism: low levels of thyroid (common in dogs)
- Hyperthyroidism: high levels of thyroid (common in cats)
- Cushing’s disease: high levels of cortisol
Diagnosing endocrine diseases as early as possible is very important. These conditions are much more manageable when proper treatment is begun early. Contact us if you notice your pet panting excessively, skin issues like hair loss or a dull coat, or changes in behavior, energy level, appetite, weight, or urination.
