Medical
Regular well-pet exams are an essential component to maintaining any animal’s health. Not only are they an opportunity for you to discuss your animal companion’s health and behavior with our veterinarians, they also allow for the early detection and treatment of disease and illness. Healthy animals under the age of seven should be seen annually, while older animals should be seen every six months. If your pet has a chronic illness, more frequent exams may be necessary to assess their condition as well as the effects of ongoing medications. Our typical exam is 30 minutes long.
Senior Exams
We recommend twice yearly exams for senior pets. The majority of pets are considered seniors when they reach about 6-7 years old, although giant breeds such as Newfoundlands and Great Danes are seniors at 5 years of age. Senior exams and laboratory testing are designed to identify medical situations such as organ failure and develop a proactive treatment plan could slow progress of disease.
Puppy & Kitten Exams
Puppy and kitten exams are scheduled 3-4 weeks apart in order to assist in identifying potential medical problems and assist you with training issues, as well as to complete vaccination series.
We recommend microchipping your new pet. More than 8 million animals end up in shelters across the US every year. Very few of those pets are reunited with their owners. Microchipping places a chip under the skin, between your pet's shoulder blades. This chip can be read by a scanner at animal shelters and veterinary clinics and aid in reuniting you and your pet.
To register your pet's microchip, please visit the HomeAgain Website.
Socialization and puppy obedience classes
- Animal Humane Society (Golden Valley and Coon Rapids)-763-522-4235
- Cloud Nine Training and Daycare for Dogs (Hopkins)-952-939-9174
- Dogworks (Eden Prairie)-952-949-0099
- Twin Cities Obedience Training Club (Mpls) 612-379-1332
Pocket Pets
We treat small furry mammals such as ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, gerbils, hamsters and mice. We work with the Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society with special need rabbits.
Vaccinations
We tailor vaccination protocols to your pet's needs. We discuss the lifestyle that you share with your pet, the benefits and risks of vaccines, and determine the most appropriate plan for your companion. Not all vaccinations are required yearly and some are only used in specific circumstances. Vaccinations for puppies and dogs include rabies (legally required even for indoor only pets), distemper, parvovirus, upper respiratory virus, lyme, bordetella and leukemia. Vaccinations for kittens and cats include rabies (also required even if an indoor pet), calicivirus, feline leukemia, panleukopenia and feline immunodeficiency disease.
Laboratory
We offer in house laboratory testing for urinalysis, PCV/TPP, intestinal parasite exam, feline leukemia, feline immunodeficiency virus, emergency chemistry profiles. The majority of testing is done by our veterinary colleagues at outside lab facilities.
Radiology
We provide the latest in digital radiographic diagnostics, using the Eklin DR system, including contrast studies of the gastrointestinal and urinary systems. A board-certified radiologist reviews all radiographs & performs all ultrasonography, including echocardiograms. Dexis® digital x-ray system is utilized for dental radiography.
Heartworm and Intestinal Parasite Prevention
At your pet's annual or bi-annual exam, we recommend bringing in a fecal sample for testing for intestinal parasites. You can pre-pay for this test at your visit and drop off a sample when it is convenient.
We require annual blood work to test for heartworm infection before we can prescribe heartworm preventative.
Heartworm Disease
The incidence of heartworm disease is on the rise. Prevention through yearly testing and year round monthly medication is critical for preventing this life-threatening disease. We recommend year round heartworm preventative for both cats and dogs. The American Heartworm Society has great information about heartworm disease
Intestinal Parasites
The Center for Disease Control recommends year round intestinal parasite control for all dogs and cats, even if they are indoor only. The goal is to reduce parasites in our companion animals thereby reduces the environmental exposure to people. Three to six million people get roundworm infections each year in the United States. Seven hundred fifty children become blind each year in the US due to these infections.
End of Life Consultation and Support
End of life decisions are very personal and emotional. As a member of your family, your companion animal may be as important to you as children, siblings, best friends, or a spouse. Your pet is always there for you, never judging and always providing unconditional love. It is completely normal to experience significant emotions, including sadness, anger, guilt, and regret when dealing with the death of your pet. We support you, your family, and your pet throughout the decision making process, during the euthanasia, and are available afterwards as needed.
