Best Friends Animal Hospital and Surgical Center

We conduct thorough Comprehensive Physical Exams during every wellness visit, assessing eyes, ears, nose, skin, heart, lungs, oral health, joints, abdomen, and overall body condition. This helps us detect early signs of illness or abnormalities like lumps, hair loss, or joint stiffness.

We provide essential Core Vaccinations to protect your pet from preventable diseases such as rabies, distemper, and parvo. These vaccinations are a critical part of our wellness visits to safeguard long-term health.

We perform Heartworm Testing as part of our preventive care program to detect this serious and potentially fatal disease early. Our team provides tailored prevention plans to keep your pet safe year-round.

During wellness visits, we assess your pet’s risk for fleas and ticks and recommend appropriate Flea & Tick Prevention strategies to protect them from parasites and associated diseases like Lyme disease.

If your pet is overweight, we offer personalized Nutritional Counseling & Weight Management plans to help them achieve a healthy body condition. Our team provides guidance on diet and exercise tailored to your pet’s needs.

We conduct fecal exams during wellness visits to screen for intestinal parasites. If detected, we provide targeted Parasite Deworming treatments to eliminate worms and restore your pet’s health.

We offer age-appropriate In-House Bloodwork, including complete blood counts (CBC) and chemistry panels, to monitor organ function, detect early signs of illness, and ensure your pet’s overall well-being. Senior pets benefit from annual testing, while younger pets may require bi-yearly evaluations.

As part of our diagnostic services, we perform Urinalysis to evaluate kidney function and detect underlying health issues such as urinary tract infections or metabolic disorders.

We provide Fecal Testing during wellness visits to screen for intestinal parasites like worms, ensuring early detection and treatment to prevent discomfort or secondary health problems.

During dental cleanings or evaluations, we use Dental X-Rays to assess hidden dental issues such as tooth root infections, fractures, or oral tumors that aren’t visible during a standard exam.

We provide Tooth Extractions for severely damaged, decayed, or infected teeth to relieve pain and prevent the spread of infection. This is often performed during dental cleanings or as part of oral surgery.

We diagnose and treat Periodontal Disease through professional cleanings, scaling, polishing, and targeted therapies to restore gum health and prevent further damage. Early intervention is key to managing this common condition.

We educate pet owners on At-Home Dental Care, including brushing techniques with enzymatic toothpaste, dental chews, and other preventive measures to maintain oral health between professional cleanings.

We perform routine Spay & Neuter Surgery as part of our surgical services to prevent unwanted litters, reduce the risk of certain cancers, and improve your pet’s overall health and behavior.

We specialize in Foreign Body Removal surgeries to safely extract ingested objects, splinters, or other obstructions that may cause internal damage or blockages.

Our surgical team performs Bladder Stone Removal (cystotomies) to alleviate pain and prevent urinary tract infections or obstruction in pets suffering from bladder stones.

In emergency situations, we provide immediate Emergency Stabilization, including IV fluids, pain management, and critical care to prepare pets for further treatment or surgery.

We offer Hospitalization & 24-Hour Monitoring for pets requiring intensive care post-surgery, during illness recovery, or after emergency stabilization to ensure their safety and comfort.

As part of our surgical and critical care protocols, we administer IV Fluid Therapy to maintain hydration, regulate blood pressure, and support pets undergoing anesthesia or recovering from illness.

We prioritize Pain Management, providing medications and integrative therapies (such as laser therapy or acupuncture) before, during, and after surgery to minimize discomfort and ensure a smooth recovery.

We offer Acupuncture as part of our integrative pain management and rehabilitation services to alleviate discomfort, promote healing, and improve mobility in pets recovering from surgery or managing chronic conditions.

We provide Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation services to help pets regain strength, mobility, and function after surgery or injury. Our programs may include supervised exercises, hydrotherapy, and targeted therapies.