- Dental CareYour pet should have dental appointment at least once a year, and more often if they are prone to dental problems.
- VaccinationSafeguard your pet's health with routine cat and dog vaccinations and parasite prevention from the vets at
- Nutritional CounselingUntil the disease has severely progressed there are no obvious symptoms of heartworm disease. Symptoms of the progressed disease include fatigue, weight loss, a swollen abdomen, coughing, and difficulty breathing.
- Comprehensive ExaminationDuring the wellness exam, the vet will conduct a thorough check of your pet's physical health. This will include...
- Parasites Treatment and ControlA number of intestinal parasites can be detected using a fecal exam, including roundworms and hookworms. Intestinal parasites make pets irritable and uncomfortable, and may lead to more serious health issues. It's also important to note that some intestinal parasites can be transmitted from pets to people.
- Behavioral Disorder Treatment
- Pain ManagementPost-operative monitoring and pain management, as well as thorough instructions for at-home care, are also part of our comprehensive surgical offering.
- Diarrhea Treatment
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentAs a vet, Dr. Lauren Kappers loves working with her furry patients at our Huntersville veterinary hospital, and has a keen interest in dermatological conditions in pets.
- Upper Respiratory Illness TreatmentIf your dog is coughing and croaking they might have kennel cough. Today our Huntersville vets share some facts about this highly contagious respiratory disease in dogs and what you should do if your pooch is coughing.
- Intestinal Foreign Object Removal
- Leptospirosis Treatment
- Parvovirus Infection TreatmentParvovirus is a highly contagious, often deadly, virus that spreads very quickly between dogs through direct contact or contact with contaminated items such as toys or bowls. Today our Huntersville vets share facts about parvovirus and how to protect your canine companion.
- Hip Dysplasia TreatmentOften used for injury rehabilitation. Some conditions, such as hip dysplasia, arthritis, and nerve injuries also tend to respond well to acupuncture.
- Diabetes Treatment
- Thyroid Disease TreatmentOur practice has been treating cats with thyroid disease with radioactive iodine for more than two decades. We are the most experienced practice using I-131 in the Charlotte region.
- Heart Disease TreatmentWe will evaluate your pet's blood and urine to ensure your pet can safely undergo anesthesia. Additional diagnostics such as an ECG or chest radiographs will also be conducted, if needed.
- Periodontal Disease TreatmentFinally, a dental sealant is applied to retard the attachment of plaque. If advanced periodontal disease is found, a treatment plan will be developed and discussed with you at the end of the day.
- Cancer TreatmentSome medical treatments, such as chemotherapy, can be very uncomfortable and will often be combined with acupuncture to help relieve some discomfort, making them better able to fight their illness.
- Dental SurgeryOur veterinarians provide complete dental care, including professional cleanings, dental x-rays, dental surgery, and client education on at-home dental care.
- Ophthalmic SurgeryOcular surgery includes cataract surgery, entropion surgery, ectropion surgery, eyelid tumor removal, cherry eye surgery, and exenteration of the orbit. Our veterinarians will refer out for these procedures.
- Veterinary SurgeryLakeCross Veterinary Hospital, our vets perform orthopedic surgery, ocular surgery, soft tissue surgery, spay & neuter, and c-sections. Surgical Veterinary Services The veterinarians at
- Spaying and NeuteringSpaying and neutering are the surgical sterilization of an animal to help prevent disease and provide pets with a healthier and longer life.
- Laboratory ServicesPre-surgical assessments. We will verify the specifics of the procedure, examine the patient and ensure blood tests have been completed and reviewed by the vet in order to determine if your pet is at risk for any complications related to anesthesia.
- X-Ray
- Dental Radiology
- MicrochippingAlthough the following are not vaccinations, spaying, neutering and microchipping help protect your cat from a variety of health problems.
- Boarding
- Grooming