Silver Spring Animal Hospital

We provide thorough physical exams for every patient, including detailed history-taking and diagnostics like bloodwork, urinalysis, parasite testing, radiographs (X-rays), and ultrasound to identify underlying health issues. Our approach ensures a comprehensive assessment tailored to each pet’s needs.

We offer extended visits for new puppies and kittens, typically lasting up to an hour, to ensure they start their lives with optimal health. These sessions include personalized education, vaccination planning, and a handout summarizing key care instructions.

We emphasize regular labwork for senior pets to detect early signs of age-related diseases before symptoms appear. Our comprehensive approach includes physical exams, diagnostics, and tailored preventive care plans to support aging pets.

We administer core vaccinations based on each pet’s lifestyle and medical history. Our team discusses the importance of these vaccines and ensures they are up-to-date to protect against common diseases like rabies, distemper, and parvovirus.

While not explicitly mentioned in the text, our comprehensive diagnostics (including bloodwork) likely cover heartworm testing as part of preventive care protocols. We educate clients on prevention strategies to protect pets from this serious parasitic disease.

We strongly advocate for preventive care, including flea and tick prevention, during wellness visits. Our team discusses appropriate products based on the pet’s environment and lifestyle to minimize parasite exposure.

We provide personalized nutritional guidance, including age-appropriate feeding recommendations and weight management plans. Our team addresses dietary concerns during wellness exams to ensure pets maintain optimal health.

As part of our diagnostics and preventive care, we test for and treat intestinal parasites. Fecal testing is performed to identify infections, followed by deworming protocols tailored to each pet’s needs.

We conduct in-house bloodwork, including complete blood counts (CBCs) and chemistry panels, to diagnose illnesses, monitor chronic conditions, and screen for early signs of disease. These tests are integral to our diagnostic approach.

We perform urinalysis as part of our diagnostic toolkit to evaluate kidney function, detect urinary tract infections, and monitor overall health. This is especially valuable for senior pets or those with suspected metabolic issues.

Our clinic offers fecal testing to identify intestinal parasites, ensuring timely treatment and prevention of parasite-related diseases in pets.

We utilize digital radiography (X-rays) as a diagnostic tool to investigate injuries, chronic pain, or internal abnormalities. These images guide our treatment plans and consultations with specialists when needed.

Our clinic employs ultrasound imaging to assess abdominal organs, detect masses, or evaluate pregnancies. This non-invasive tool aids in accurate diagnosis and treatment planning for complex cases.

We perform routine spay and neuter surgeries, including ovariohysterectomies (spays) and castrations. These procedures are conducted in the morning to ensure pets recover fully before leaving our care by evening.

We prioritize pain management for surgical and medical patients, using appropriate protocols to ensure comfort during recovery. Our team monitors pets closely post-procedure to address any discomfort.

We offer veterinary herbal medicine consultations, which may include acupuncture as part of holistic or integrative treatment plans for pain management and wellness.

Our clinic provides herbal medicine consultations as part of integrative care options. These may complement traditional treatments for chronic conditions or pain management.