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10700 SE 208th St
Kent, WA 98031
Uber
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Services
Traditional services
Radiology
We provide radiology which has amazing image quality. This allows us to show the images to the clients immediately and provides an opportunity to make treatment decisions for your pets in more efficient manner.
In-House Laboratory Services
In-house laboratory services will allow us to quickly perform diagnostic tests on a variety of body fluids (ear swabs, blood, urine, electrolytes, etc) and other sample (feces, etc) to achieve an accurate and rapid diagnosis on any sick patient. This is especially important in very ill animals and those requiring immediate or emergeny treatment. While not all samples can be analyzed in-house, when this capability is combined with our outside laboratory services, a full comprehensive evaluation is obtained.
Medical Boarding
We offer boarding for a sick dog or cat if the need arises for extended care. We monitor your pet's condition throughout their treatment. Often times, IV fluids are given to help replace electrolytes, a lack of which can cause serious damage to the body system. The condition can be better monitored and the best possible therapy can be provided.
Diagnostic Ultrasound
We offer ultrasound services for the sick dog or a cat if needed and for the routine care in order to evaluate the internal organs so that appropriate treatment can be offered.
Microchipping
A microchip is about the size of a grain of rice. It consists of a tiny computer chip housed in a type of glass made to be compatible with living tissue. The microchip is implanted between the dog or cats shoulder blades under the skin with a needle and special syringe. The process is similar to getting a shot. Little to no pain is experienced - most dogs and cats do not seem to even feel it being implanted. Once in place, the microchip can be detected immediately with a handheld device that uses radio waves to read the chip. This device scans the microchip, and then displays a unique alphanumeric code. Once the microchip is placed, the dogs and cats must be registered with the microchip company, usually for a one-time fee. Then, the dog can be traced back to the owner if found.
Surgeries
We specialize in a wide range of surgical procedures. We perform many types of orthopedic surgeries which include fracture repairs with pinning and plating, TPLO for torn ACL, extracapsular technique for torn ACL, and patella luxation. Soft tissue surgeries include any kind of growth removal, intestinal surgeries, bladder surgeries and anal gland removal. We also perform eye surgeries.
Routine spay and neuter
We perform routine low cost spay and neuter. Spay and neuter are minor surgical procedures which make the dogs and cats incapable of breeding. Chances of getting uterine and mammary cancer in female dogs and cats, testicular and prostatic cancers in male dogs are very high if they are not fixed at a young age. Feel free to call us with questions.
Vaccinations
Vaccinations have become commonplace for dogs and cats today, as they can effectively prevent potentially serious canine diseases such as distemper, rabies and hepatitis and feline diseses like Leukemia. Vaccines are a weakened or killed version of bacteria or virus that is injected into a dog's immune system to stimulate the creation of antibodies that block against disease. Puppies have a natural immunity from their mother's milk but this immunity wears off over time and so the puppies need vaccinations to bolster the immune system and prevent disease and illness.
Dentistry
Why Do Dogs Need Dental Care?
Dogs need dental care for the same reasons we do.
"The exact process that results in periodontal disease in humans affects our pets," says Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM, a veterinary dentist practicing in Florida and Georgia.
The process is simple but merciless:
Plaque, which is made of saliva, sloughed mouth cells, food, and other things, forms on teeth just minutes after eating. If left untreated, the plaque builds up, leading to gum inflammation that can then cause tissue decay. The inflammation then progresses deep enough to destroy bone, which finally leads to tooth loss, the ultimate end of periodontal disease.
Unfortunately, periodontal disease (also called gum disease), occurs five times as often in pets as it does in people.
As a matter of fact, more than 80% of dogs over 3 years old have periodontal disease. Yet, while gum disease is usually the biggest dental problem a dog faces, it's not the only one. Some dogs, especially larger breeds, are also prone to broken or fractured teeth.
All of this can add up to a mouth in great pain.
But a dog owner almost never notices the chronic pain because our pets have evolved to hide it. Their animal instincts urge them never to show a sign of weakness. Your dog's mouth could have bleeding gums or abscessed teeth and your dog may still eat just fine. That's why it's vital you do your part for your pooch's oral health.