- Dental CareStrong teeth and a healthy mouth are important not just for you and your immediate family, but also for the non-human family members you cherish. Many of the same dental and oral problems that threaten humans can also affect dogs, cats and other animals. Your pets depend on you to take the necessary steps to help them enjoy a lifetime of dental health. Fortunately, you have someone you can depend on too — our Eaton Rapids veterinarian here at Snow Animal Health Care!
- VaccinationVaccinations – Vaccinations against specific disease threats such as distemper and rabies can spur your pet’s body to develop critical, possibly lifesaving immunity. But vaccinations need to be updated from time to time so the protection doesn’t wear off. That’s why your Eaton Rapids veterinarian also provides vaccination update reminders so you’ll always know when it’s time for that next booster shot. read more
- Nutritional CounselingNutritional Counseling And Weight Control – Pets need a precise mix of nutrients to maintain optimal health; we can advise you on how and what to feed your special pal. If your pet is overweight, we can recommend a customized dietary and exercise plan to help him avoid the dangers of obesity.
- Comprehensive ExaminationWellness Exams – Regular wellness exams are the first line of defense for protecting your pet’s health. Your Eaton Rapids veterinarian can examine your friend from snout to tail for any signs of skin diseases, eye/ear problems, obesity, behavioral abnormalities and other issues that might require earliest possible treatment.
- Parasites Treatment and ControlIf your pet suffers a reaction, comes up positive for heartworm disease or intestinal parasites while under the use of our preventatives, the company that makes it will pay for treatment. Many companies only honor product guarantees when a veterinarian prescribes and sells the product.
- Pain ManagementAfter your pet is spayed or neutered, we’ll send you home with pain medication and detailed instructions for their recovery. Dissolvable stitches and responsible at-home care will reduce your pet’s need for follow-up visits, but we encourage you to call us if you notice any abnormalities. Spaying is a more intensive and invasive procedure than neutering, but both procedures require relatively little rest and recovery before your pet is back to normal. read more
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentLaser Therapy: Deep penetrating laser therapy aids in pain relief and healing time for injured or arthritic pets. It is a non-invasive, safe therapy that uses advanced light wave technology to gently stimulate cells. Laser therapy can help pets with arthritis, skin conditions, chronic ear infections, wound healing and many other conditions.
- Ear Infection Treatment
- Periodontal Disease TreatmentThe most common threat to pets’ dental health is periodontal disease — in fact, most cats and dogs aged 3 or older have at least some periodontal disease. This inflammatory condition of the gum tissue is caused by the buildup of a sticky substance called plaque on the teeth, both above and below the gum line. The plaque, which eventually hardens into a stubborn material called tartar, attracts bacteria, creating an inflammatory response that eats away at the gums and bone that hold the teeth in place. Not only can pets lose their teeth to this painful condition, but the bacteria can also move on to other parts of the body, including the vital organs, to create a serious systemic infection. Oral cancer is another serious danger. This aggressive, ultimately deadly cancer may not show any obvious symptoms to owners until it has already become highly advanced. read more
- Veterinary SurgerySoft Tissue Surgery –Muscle, ligament, cartilage, and tendon repair can all be done at our office. Recovery time and the length of time before your pet goes home varies according to the procedure and the individual needs of your pet. read more
- Spaying and NeuteringNeuter –Also routine, this sterilizes your male pet, preventing him from impregnating a female one. Like with the spay procedure, the neuter also eliminates the sexual drive in the animal if it is done at a young enough age, so he won’t be acting out in this way with other pets, either. Neutering is done under either general or regional anesthesia, and most pets can go home the same day. Recovery is quick and virtually painless. Spay and neuter procedures are among the most common surgical procedures in veterinary medicine.
- Laboratory ServicesLaboratory: In-house laboratory facilities provide for serum chemistry, hematology, serology, urinalysis and parasite testing. We also utilize commercial veterinary laboratories for specialized diagnostics and consultations. read more
- X-RayDigital radiography uses much less radiation than traditional x-rays, so there is little concern about radiation exposure if several images need to be taken for our Eaton Rapids Veterinarian. read more
- MicrochippingMicrochipping – ID tags can be lost or torn off of collars, but a microchip always remains under your pet’s skin. This tiny transmitter shares your pet’s unique ID information when scanned, allowing whoever finds him to contact you.