- Dental CareFerguson Animal Hospital has all the veterinary services you need to keep your pet healthy and happy, including annual checkups to dental care, internal medicine, and care for geriatric pets.
- VaccinationWith the help of our North Providence veterinarians, you can protect your dog from preventable diseases and disorders with routine pet vaccinations and parasite prevention measures.
- Veterinary OphthalmologyHave you noticed your cat's eyes have started to cloud over? This may be a sign that your cat is developing cataracts in its eyes. Today, our North Providence vets will provide you with information on cataracts in cats and what to look out for.
- Nutritional CounselingPets suffering from GI problems often experience symptoms such as blood in stool, constipation, diarrhea, vomiting, gas, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and weight loss.
- Comprehensive ExaminationFerguson Animal Hospital focus on preventive care for your dog or cat. These routine exams are pet checkups that help ensure your animal is in good health.
- Parasites Treatment and ControlThe ultimate goal of a fecal exam is to identify and treat any GI infections that may be threatening your pet's health, as well as your family's health. Your veterinarian can use feces to see if your pet has intestinal parasites like roundworms or hookworms.
- Behavioral Disorder TreatmentThere are a number of common pulmonary disorders seen in dogs, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), canine distemper virus, pneumonia, and lung tumors.
- Pain ManagementA dedicated nurse will administer anesthesia and continuously monitor your pet using electronic patient monitoring equipment during each surgery. In addition, pain management will be provided.
- Vomiting Treatment
- Diarrhea Treatment
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentDuring your pet's checkup, we will examine your dog or cat's skin and coat for signs of problems, including excessive oiliness or dryness, lumps, bumps, dandruff, or abnormal hair loss or shedding.
- Upper Respiratory Illness TreatmentYour pet's respiratory system does the essential work of delivering oxygen to the body and eliminating waste gases such as carbon dioxide. Because dogs and cats don't sweat the way people do, your pet's respiratory system also plays a key role in regulating body temperature.
- Intestinal Foreign Object Removal
- Leptospirosis Treatment
- Parvovirus Infection Treatment
- Feline Retro Virus TreatmentSome of the most common cancers in dogs include mast cell tumors, melanoma, lymphoma, and bone cancer. In cats, some of the most common cancers include lymphoma, feline leukemia virus (FeLV), mammary cancer, and skin cancer.
- Bacterial and Viral Infection Treatment
- Urinary Tract Infection TreatmentVeterinary internal medicine also covers urology conditions such as urinary tract infections (UTIs) in dogs and feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) in cats.
- Arthritis TreatmentWhile osteoarthritis is typically a condition we think of in older dogs, this painful condition can also affect your senior cat's joints.
- Hip Dysplasia TreatmentAs your dog reaches their golden years, there are a number of joint or bone disorders that can result in pain and discomfort. Some of the most common joint and bone disorders in geriatric pets that our veterinarians see include arthritis, hip dysplasia, osteochondrosis, reduction in spinal flexibility, and growth plate disorders.
- Diabetes Treatment
- Thyroid Disease TreatmentCommon immune-mediated disorders in dogs and cats include anemia, arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome, hypothyroidism, allergies, and skin diseases.
- Heart Disease TreatmentSenior dogs commonly suffer from congestive heart failure, which occurs when the heart isn't pumping blood efficiently, causing fluid to back up in the heart, lungs, and chest cavity.
- Kidney Disease TreatmentAs pets age, their kidneys tend to lose their function. In some cases, kidney disease can be caused by medications used to treat other common conditions seen in geriatric pets.
- Periodontal Disease TreatmentThe final step is to apply a dental sealant to prevent plaque from attaching to the enamel. If advanced periodontal disease is found, the veterinarian will develop a treatment plan and discuss it with you.
- Cancer TreatmentIf your pet requires diagnosis or cancer care beyond the scope of our skilled veterinarians, we will refer you to a veterinary oncology specialist near North Providence.
- Wound and Fracture CareOur veterinarians provide dental surgeries for dogs and cats. These surgeries can range from tooth extractions to gum disease treatment and jaw fracture repairs.
- Dental SurgeryFerguson Animal Hospital has a complete dental surgical suite for dental procedures. We strive to make the surgical process as stress-free as possible, for both you and your pet.
- Ophthalmic SurgeryEyelid mass removal, cataract surgery, ectropion surgery, entropion surgery, orbit exenteration, and cherry eye surgery are all common ocular procedures for cats and dogs.
- Veterinary SurgeryPet surgery may necessitate the use of specialized skills or equipment in some cases. If this is the case with your animal, your veterinarian will refer you to a cat or dog surgeon near North Providence and will collaborate with your veterinary surgeon to ensure that your dog or cat receives the best possible care.
- Laser Surgery
- Declawing
- Spaying and NeuteringNeuter (males) - Neutering your male cat prevents your pet from fathering unwanted kittens, protects your cat against various illnesses, and can help to prevent territory marking (spraying), roaming, howling, and cat aggression.
- Laboratory ServicesIn our in-house laboratory, we run tests and get results quickly so that we can diagnose your pet's symptoms and begin treatment as soon as possible.
- X-RayWe usually take chest X-Rays and an electrocardiogram (ECG / EKG) if your veterinarian suspects your pet has a heart problem during a physical examination.
- Dental RadiologyAt our North Providence veterinary hospital, we provide complete veterinary dentistry for your pet, from basics such as dental exams, teeth cleanings and polishing, to dental x-rays and surgeries.
- MicrochippingMicrochipping - A microchip is a permanent form of identification that is about the size of a grain of rice and placed under your pet’s skin. Pets that are microchipped have a better chance of being reunited with their owners if they are lost.
- Grooming
- Senior Pet CareFor pets who are geriatric, regular vet care is important. Our North Providence vets provide for the many unique medical needs of senior pets in our care.
- Dog Training