At Peninsula Pet Clinic, we offer a variety of services to care for your pet. If you have any questions or would like more information on how we can care for your pet, please contact us today.
Cardiology
Your pet's heart is a muscle that has to work all day, every day. There are many diseases and abnormalities that can cause the heart to not pump as well as it should, which means that heart diseases can affect your pet all day, every day, dramatically affecting your pet's quality of life. We offer screening tests for heart murmurs, congenital abnormalities, and cardiac diseases that show up later in life, as well as specific cardiac tests such as echocardiograms and electrocardiograms. An echocardiogram is an ultrasound of the heart, which allows your pet's veterinarian to measure how thick the heart's muscular walls are, how well the heart contracts, and how well the valves are working. Your pet's veterinarian can also prescribe the appropriate medications after a successful diagnosis, to keep your pet's heart as healthy as possible. Some symptoms of diseases of the heart may include exercise intolerance, lethargy, collapse, and difficulty breathing. It is important for your pet to see the veterinarian if your pet has any of these symptoms.
Dentistry
Dental exams are a vital part of your pet's overall health. Even when pets' teeth appear to be clean, bacteria can exist below the gum line and do damage that you can't see with the naked eye. That is why we encourage regular dental exams for all pets. During the dental procedure your pet's teeth will be cleaned, scaled, and polished. A highly trained professional uses state of the art dental tools to thoroughly clean the teeth and gums, while eliminating tartar and plaque. This not only gives your pet white, beautiful teeth and better breath, it helps protect them from a variety of illnesses that result from poor dental health. To learn more about the dental procedure and how proper dental care can help your pet live a longer, healthier life, please call us today at (310) 833-1111.
Dermatology
Skin diseases are very common in dogs and cats and can be frustrating and challenging to diagnose and treat without proper knowledge and tests. They can also make your pet miserable. Dermatology is the study of skin diseases and we are here to help ensure that your pet's skin stays healthy throughout its life. We are knowledgeable and ready to help you walk what may seem like a daunting maze of tests and procedures to get to the bottom of your pet's skin issues. Many pets we see have had skin issues for months, or even years with itchiness, scabbing, or hair loss. Your pet's veterinarian can discuss options that will help diagnose the underlying condition that is causing the skin problems. Tests may include allergy testing, looking at skin preparations under a microscope, and possibly even skin biopsies. These results will guide your pet's veterinarian decide what treatment options are best for you and your pet, and what will allow the quickest resolution of your pet's skin condition.
Euthanasia & Cremation
Saying goodbye to your pet can be extremely difficult. The process can be emotionally and mentally draining. We don't want you to be alone at the end stages of a pet's life, and we promise to do everything we can to make it easier on you and your pet. Most of all, we promise to treat each case with compassionate and understanding care. Knowing when the time is right can be a difficult choice. There are many factors that go into deciding to euthanize a pet, and it is a personal issue that differs from pet owner to pet owner. But every pet owner is inevitably faced with making that tough decision, and we want to be there alongside you to aid in any way we can. If you have special requests, please let us know and we will be sure to accommodate them. Dealing with the end of a pet's life is never easy, but we want to do whatever we can to make the process less difficult. Please contact us today to learn more about our hospice and euthanasia services. We understand how hard losing a pet can be, and we are here to make this time as easy on you as possible. We offer group or private cremations for your pet. If you would like your pet's ashes returned, we have a variety of urns to choose from with quick, prompt, respectful service. If you have any special requests, or questions, please do not hesitate to ask us.
General Medicine
At Peninsula Pet Clinic in San Pedro, CA, we believe that regular checkups and wellness exams are critical to your pet's well-being. These wellness exams give us a chance to evaluate the overall health of your pet while also giving us a baseline for their own unique bodies and tendencies. Not only do these exams keep us up-to-date with your pet's health, they also allow us to detect potential problems before they become serious. Your pet will be thoroughly examined by a veterinarian and this checkup gives us vital information to help keep your pet healthy. Regular wellness exams also make your pet more familiar with our veterinary hospital, which makes future visits easier on them and you. Please contact us today if you have any questions or would like to learn more about how we care for your pet.
Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine is a field of study that is specific to an animal's inner body systems. We look at the function of various areas of your pet's inside parts through non-invasive means, giving our doctors a clearer picture of your pet's health. Please contact us today if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, we would be happy to speak with you!
International & Domestic Travel Certificates
If you are traveling with your pet, you may be required to have a Health Certificate. Each state has different rules and regulations, so be sure to consult with us in advance of your travel. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us today.
Microchipping
At Peninsula Pet Clinic, we are happy to offer microchipping. Every year, thousands and thousands of pets go missing. Not knowing where your pet is or how to bring them back can be a helpless, hopeless feeling. It's a tragedy that happens all too often. But there is a simple, safe, and effective way to ensure your pet's safety and retrieval should they ever become lost. Microchipping is a standard procedure that implants a tiny chip underneath your pet's fur. It is a painless and relatively fast procedure, and is completely safe. This microchip is registered with your pet's vital information, and can be scanned by any veterinarian or animal shelter so that they can return your pet directly to you. Save yourself the heartache and stress of a lost pet. Microchips bring pets home.
Overnight Hospitalization
There are certain situations that may require a pet to be hospitalized. We know this can be a stressful time for you and your pet, so we want you to rest assured that your loved one is good hands. The duration of hospitalization can vary depending on the condition of the pet, as well as the nature of their illness. Every patient is given loving attention by our compassionate, knowledgeable staff in the hopes of getting them healthy and back with you as soon as possible. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about hospitalization, please call us today at (310) 833-1111.
Puppy & Kitten Packages
Congratulations! Adding a new puppy or kitten to your family is an exciting event with many fulfilling years of special companionship ahead of you. Puppies and kittens come with a lot of responsibility and that's why we at Peninsula Pet Clinic are here to help you care for the new addition to your family. It's important to bring your puppy or kitten in for a full nose-to-tail exam, and to get them familiar with our veterinary hospital from a young age. There are numerous topics to be aware of and discuss, including vaccinations, nutrition, behavioral training, socialization, and many more. Call us today and we can give you all the information you need to care for your puppy or kitten. We are so happy that you have found another member of your family, and we are excited to meet them!
Radiology
At Peninsula Pet Clinic in San Pedro, CA, we are proud to be on the cutting edge of medical technology. Radiology is a technique and diagnostic tool that we use to look inside the body in a completely non-invasive way. X-rays allow us to create images of all the body's organs. In other words, the use of radiology gives us a view of the internal organs in your pet's body that we otherwise could not see. It's an important diagnostic tool that helps veterinarians detect and prevent illness. The use of radiology is safe and our entire staff is highly trained. It is our goal to provide your pet with the highest level of medical care possible, and this is just one of the many ways we achieve that.
Senior Pet Care
Preventative medicine is important when our pets are young, but as our pets age, and become prone to certain disease processes, annual exams and blood work become even more important. Annual exams and simple blood work to check liver and kidney values, along with thyroid function have the potential to alert us to early changes that may give us important information about your pet's health. We understand the changes your pet will have as they become older, and we also know the importance of keeping your pet healthy as they enter their golden years.
Spay & Neuter Packages
Spaying and neutering are important and necessary medical procedures that enhance the quality of your pet's life. Not only does spaying and neutering have positive effects on your pet's health, it's also vital to control the homeless pet population. Call us today to learn more about our spaying and neutering prices, we would be happy to answer and and all of your questions!
Surgery
We are proud to provide San Pedro, CA and surrounding communities with state-of-the-art veterinary surgical procedures. We believe in utilizing the highest level of medical technology, and our surgeons are experienced and highly trained. We also realize that it can be stressful to have your pet undergo surgery. We want to assure you that your pet is in good hands, and that we will do everything to provide the best care possible. We will communicate with you about the things you need to know before, during, and after your pet's surgery. It is our goal to make the entire process go smoothly and to eliminate the stress and worry of surgical procedures. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns please don't hesitate to contact us today.
Ultrasound
At Peninsula Pet Clinic in San Pedro, CA, we offer state-of-the-art medical technology. One of the diagnostic tools we use is ultrasound, which creates images of the inner workings of the body. Ultrasound uses sound waves to offer a non-invasive, painless, and radiation-free method of imaging your pet's internal organs. This is one of the many ways we are dedicated to providing your pet with the best care possible. By using ultrasound, we have yet another powerful tool at our disposal to detect, diagnose, and prevent illness in your pet.
Walk-Ins & Emergencies
Please call us at (310) 833-1111 if you have an emergency, and we will do our best to help you through this frightening and stressful time. Emergencies can be a terrible experience for pets and pet owners, so we promise to communicate with you and make the process less stressful. We also offer emergency surgery as well as critical care. Please attempt to call ahead in case of an emergency to alert us to the situation and allow us to prepare. There are times when you may not be able to schedule an appointment, and we understand that. In those cases, we welcome you and your pet to visit us on a walk-in basis. Appointments are always preferred and will take precedence over walk-in's, but we realize the importance of having this option with people's busy schedules.