MyMichigan Medical Center West Branch

We perform comprehensive physical exams as part of routine wellness visits for pets of all ages. Our thorough examinations include checking your pet's overall health, vital signs, skin and coat condition, eyes, ears, mouth, and listening to heart and lung function. We discuss any concerns you may have and provide personalized recommendations for nutrition, exercise, and preventive care to keep your pet healthy year-round.

We offer specialized wellness packages for puppies and kittens that include a series of vaccinations, deworming treatments, nutritional counseling, and developmental monitoring. These packages are designed to give your young pet the best possible start in life with proper medical care tailored to their specific needs during their first year.

We provide dedicated senior pet wellness care focusing on early detection and management of age-related conditions. Our senior care includes comprehensive bloodwork, joint health assessments, dietary adjustments, and regular screenings to maintain mobility and comfort for aging pets, ensuring they enjoy a high quality of life in their later years.

We administer core vaccinations including rabies, distemper, and parvovirus to protect pets from serious, contagious diseases. These essential vaccines are given on a schedule tailored to each pet's lifestyle and risk factors, providing vital immunity to keep your furry family members safe and healthy throughout their lives.

We provide heartworm testing and preventive treatments to protect dogs and cats from this potentially fatal parasite transmitted by mosquitoes. Our prevention plans include annual testing and monthly oral or topical treatments that are safe, effective, and easy to administer to keep your pet heartworm-free.

We offer comprehensive flea and tick prevention solutions including topical treatments, oral medications, and collars that protect pets from these common parasites. Our veterinary team will recommend the most appropriate prevention method based on your pet's lifestyle, environment, and specific needs to keep them comfortable and disease-free year-round.

We provide microchipping services to permanently identify your pet with a tiny RFID chip implanted beneath the skin, significantly increasing the chances of reunion if they ever become lost. We also assist with registration in national pet recovery databases and provide guidance on maintaining up-to-date contact information for your pet's microchip.

We provide expert nutritional counseling and weight management services to help pets maintain optimal health through proper diet and portion control. Our veterinarians assess your pet's current condition, lifestyle, and medical needs to create personalized nutrition plans that address weight loss, weight gain, or maintenance goals for long-term wellness.

We perform regular intestinal parasite deworming to protect pets from harmful worms that can cause serious health issues. Our deworming protocols are based on your pet's age, lifestyle, and risk factors, with treatments administered safely and effectively to eliminate common intestinal parasites like roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms.

We offer behavioral counseling to address common pet behavior issues such as anxiety, aggression, house training difficulties, and compulsive behaviors. Our veterinarians work with you to identify underlying causes and develop effective, positive reinforcement strategies to improve your pet's behavior and strengthen your bond with them.

We perform in-house bloodwork including complete blood counts (CBC) and chemistry panels to quickly assess your pet's internal health and organ function. These diagnostic tests provide rapid results that help us detect illnesses early, monitor chronic conditions, and make informed treatment decisions for your pet's care.

We conduct urinalysis as a routine diagnostic test to evaluate your pet's kidney function, detect urinary tract infections, and identify early signs of diabetes or other systemic conditions. This simple, non-invasive test provides valuable insights into your pet's health by analyzing urine composition and concentration levels.

We perform fecal testing to screen for intestinal parasites and other gastrointestinal issues that may not be visible during physical examination. This essential test helps us detect parasites like hookworms, giardia, and other pathogens early, allowing for timely treatment to prevent discomfort and potential complications in your pet.

We utilize digital radiography to produce high-quality X-ray images for diagnosing bone fractures, lung conditions, abdominal issues, and other internal abnormalities in pets. Our digital system provides faster, clearer images with less radiation exposure compared to traditional film, allowing for more accurate diagnoses and quicker treatment plans.

We offer ultrasound imaging as a non-invasive diagnostic tool to visualize soft tissue structures, including abdominal organs, heart, and pregnancy status. This technology provides real-time images that help us diagnose conditions like tumors, fluid accumulation, and heart disease with greater precision than traditional imaging methods.

We provide allergy testing to identify environmental, food-related, or contact allergens causing skin irritation or digestive issues in pets. Our testing methods help pinpoint specific triggers so we can develop effective treatment plans including dietary changes, medications, or allergen-specific immunotherapy to relieve your pet's discomfort.

We perform eye pressure testing to screen for glaucoma, a serious condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated. This quick, painless test measures intraocular pressure to detect early signs of optic nerve damage, allowing for timely intervention to preserve your pet's vision and eye health.

We monitor blood pressure to assess cardiovascular health and detect hypertension that may indicate underlying medical conditions. Our painless blood pressure measurements help us identify potential issues early, enabling timely management of heart disease or other conditions that can affect your pet's overall well-being.

We perform electrocardiograms (EKG/ECG) to evaluate heart rhythm and detect cardiac abnormalities such as arrhythmias or conduction issues. This non-invasive test provides critical information about your pet's heart function, helping us diagnose and manage heart conditions early to prevent serious complications.

We offer DNA and breed testing services to help pet owners understand their pet's genetic makeup, potential health risks, and breed composition. This information can guide personalized care plans, predict inherited conditions, and provide valuable insights for breeders or owners of mixed-breed pets seeking to understand their pet's heritage.

We take dental X-rays to visualize tooth roots, bone structure, and hidden issues below the gumline that aren't visible during routine exams. These images help us detect periodontal disease, abscesses, fractures, or impacted teeth early, allowing for timely treatment to preserve your pet's oral health and prevent systemic infections.

We perform tooth extractions when teeth are severely damaged, infected, or causing pain due to advanced periodontal disease. Our surgical extractions are conducted under proper anesthesia and pain management to ensure your pet's comfort, preventing infection and promoting healing after the removal of problematic teeth.

We provide oral surgery services for complex dental procedures including extractions, removal of oral tumors, and treatment of facial fractures or severe infections. Our surgical team uses advanced techniques and careful pain management to ensure your pet's safety and comfort while addressing serious oral health conditions that require surgical intervention.

We treat periodontal disease through a comprehensive approach that includes professional cleaning, root planing, antibiotic therapy, and home care instructions to manage infection and inflammation. Early detection and treatment of gum disease prevent tooth loss, reduce pain, and protect your pet's overall health by addressing the systemic effects of oral bacteria.

We provide education on at-home dental care to help pet owners maintain their pet's oral health between professional cleanings. Our team teaches proper brushing techniques, recommends dental-friendly foods and chews, and demonstrates how to recognize early signs of dental problems to keep your pet's teeth and gums healthy year-round.

We perform spay and neuter surgeries to prevent unwanted litters and reduce the risk of certain cancers and behavioral issues. These routine procedures are done under general anesthesia with careful monitoring, and we provide detailed post-operative care instructions to ensure a smooth recovery for your pet.

We remove foreign bodies that become lodged in your pet's digestive tract or other organs, which can cause life-threatening blockages or perforations. Using endoscopic or surgical techniques, we safely extract these objects to relieve obstruction, prevent complications, and restore normal digestive function as quickly as possible.

We perform cesarean sections to deliver puppies or kittens when natural birth is not possible or poses risks to the mother or offspring. This emergency surgical procedure is conducted with careful monitoring and pain management to ensure the safety of both the mother and newborns, providing critical intervention when delivery complications arise.

We provide wound and laceration repair to treat cuts, bites, and other injuries that require suturing or other closure techniques. Our team cleans and stabilizes wounds properly to prevent infection, promote healing, and minimize scarring while ensuring your pet's comfort and safety during the recovery process.

We perform bladder stone removal to treat urinary stones that cause pain, urinary blockages, or infections in pets. Our veterinary team uses surgical or non-surgical techniques depending on the stone type and location to remove these painful formations and prevent future recurrences through dietary and lifestyle adjustments.

We repair cherry eye, a condition where the third eyelid gland prolapses, through surgical techniques that reposition and secure the gland to prevent future recurrences. This procedure restores normal eye function, prevents dry eye complications, and ensures your pet maintains comfortable, healthy vision throughout their life.

We provide emergency stabilization for pets experiencing acute medical crises such as trauma, poisoning, or severe illness. Our team quickly assesses and stabilizes critical patients with oxygen therapy, IV fluids, and pain management to maintain vital functions while preparing for further diagnostic testing or treatment.

We offer hospitalization with 24-hour monitoring for pets requiring intensive care due to serious medical conditions or post-surgical recovery. Our veterinary staff provides continuous observation, medication administration, and supportive care in a safe, climate-controlled environment to ensure your pet's comfort and recovery.

We provide oxygen therapy to pets experiencing respiratory distress or hypoxia, delivering supplemental oxygen through masks, chambers, or flow-by systems to improve breathing and oxygen delivery to tissues. This critical intervention helps stabilize pets with heart or lung conditions until they can breathe more easily on their own.

We administer intravenous fluid therapy to maintain hydration, support blood pressure, and provide essential nutrients to pets who are dehydrated, recovering from surgery, or suffering from illness. Our customized fluid protocols ensure proper electrolyte balance and organ perfusion to support healing and recovery.

We provide comprehensive pain management using medications and techniques to keep pets comfortable before, during, and after procedures or illness. Our veterinarians carefully assess each pet's needs to develop effective pain control plans that minimize suffering while allowing for safe and smooth recovery from any medical intervention.

We provide emergency treatment for pets exposed to poisons or toxins, including decontamination, antidotes, and supportive care to minimize harm. Our team acts quickly to assess the situation and administer appropriate treatments based on the specific toxin involved, giving your pet the best chance at a full recovery.

We provide chemotherapy and radiation therapy for pets diagnosed with cancer, using targeted treatments to destroy malignant cells while minimizing side effects. Our oncology team works with you to develop a comprehensive treatment plan that aims to extend your pet's life with good quality, offering hope and personalized care for cancer management in companion animals.

We offer advanced imaging with CT scans and MRIs to provide detailed views of your pet's internal structures for accurate diagnosis of complex conditions. These non-invasive imaging techniques help us detect tumors, neurological issues, and other hidden problems with exceptional clarity, enabling precise treatment planning for your pet's specific medical needs.

We provide dialysis as an advanced treatment for pets with severe kidney failure, removing toxins and excess fluid from the bloodstream when the kidneys can no longer function adequately. This life-sustaining therapy helps manage chronic kidney disease, improving quality of life and extending survival time for pets with advanced renal failure under veterinary supervision.

We offer stem cell therapy as a regenerative medicine treatment to promote healing and reduce inflammation in pets with conditions like arthritis or tissue injuries. This innovative therapy uses the pet's own stem cells to repair damaged tissues, offering a promising option for managing chronic conditions and improving mobility and comfort for aging or injured animals.

We offer medical grooming services for pets with skin conditions or mobility issues that require specialized cleaning and care. Our grooming includes medicated baths, coat treatments, and hygiene maintenance to manage skin problems while keeping your pet clean, comfortable, and free from irritants that could worsen their condition.

We provide sanitary shaving to trim hair around sensitive areas prone to matting or infection, particularly in long-haired breeds. This grooming service helps maintain cleanliness, prevent skin infections, and ensure your pet's comfort by removing excess hair that can trap moisture and debris near the skin.

We offer nail trimming and Dremeling to maintain proper nail length and prevent overgrowth that can cause pain, joint issues, or difficulty walking. Our gentle technique ensures a stress-free experience while promoting healthy nail structure and preventing accidental breaks or splits that could lead to bleeding and infection.

We provide anal gland expression to relieve impacted or infected glands that can cause discomfort, scooting, or infection in pets. Our trained staff safely empties these scent glands to alleviate pain and prevent more serious complications like abscesses or ruptures that require urgent veterinary attention.

We offer veterinary acupuncture as a complementary therapy to manage pain, improve circulation, and treat chronic conditions like arthritis or neurological disorders. This ancient technique stimulates natural healing processes by inserting fine needles at specific points, providing a safe and effective alternative or adjunct to conventional treatments for your pet's well-being.

We utilize cold laser therapy to reduce inflammation, promote healing, and relieve pain in pets with musculoskeletal conditions like arthritis or post-surgical recovery. This non-invasive treatment delivers low-level light to damaged tissues, accelerating the body's natural healing response without medication or surgery for faster recovery and improved comfort.

We provide chiropractic adjustments to correct spinal misalignments and improve nerve function, helping pets with mobility issues, chronic pain, or neurological conditions. Our veterinary team uses gentle, targeted techniques to restore proper joint movement and nerve communication, enhancing your pet's comfort and quality of life through non-invasive spinal care.

We offer physical therapy and rehabilitation services to help pets recover from surgery, injury, or chronic conditions affecting mobility. Our customized programs include controlled exercise, hydrotherapy, and therapeutic techniques to rebuild strength, improve range of motion, and restore normal function for a successful return to activity.

We provide hydrotherapy using an underwater treadmill to offer low-impact exercise for pets recovering from surgery or managing chronic conditions like arthritis. The buoyancy of water reduces stress on joints while providing resistance to build strength, making it an ideal rehabilitation tool for improving mobility and reducing pain safely.

We offer massage therapy to relax muscles, improve circulation, and reduce pain in pets recovering from injury or surgery. Our gentle massage techniques help alleviate muscle tension, increase flexibility, and promote healing by enhancing blood flow to soft tissues, providing a calming and therapeutic experience for your pet's recovery.

We offer herbal medicine consultations to explore natural remedies for various health conditions in pets, complementing conventional veterinary care. Our veterinarians assess each pet's needs and may recommend specific herbal formulations to support organ function, reduce inflammation, or manage chronic conditions safely alongside traditional treatments.

We offer standard pet boarding in a clean, climate-controlled environment with comfortable kennels and supervised playtime for socialization. Our attentive staff provides daily feeding, exercise, and affection to keep your pet safe, happy, and well-cared for while you're away on travel or vacations.

We provide doggie daycare in a safe, supervised environment where dogs can socialize, play, and exercise under professional supervision. Our indoor play area offers structured activities and rest periods to keep dogs mentally stimulated and physically active while their owners are at work or enjoying a day out.

We issue domestic travel certificates for pets accompanying owners on interstate travel, verifying they are healthy and up-to-date on vaccinations. These certificates are often required by airlines, hotels, or states to ensure your pet meets health standards for travel within the United States and can be issued quickly for your convenience.

We conduct quality of life assessments to evaluate a pet's overall well-being and determine if they are experiencing comfort, pain, or other issues that impact their daily activities. This compassionate assessment helps guide end-of-life decisions, ensuring we provide the best possible care and support to maintain your pet's dignity and comfort in their final days.

We offer at-home euthanasia referrals to provide a peaceful, dignified end-of-life experience for pets in the comfort of their own home. Our team can connect you with providers who offer this sensitive service, ensuring your pet receives gentle euthanasia surrounded by familiar surroundings and family members during their final moments together.

We offer telemedicine consultations for non-emergency pet health concerns, allowing you to connect with our veterinarians via video call from home. This virtual care option provides convenient access to professional advice for minor issues, follow-ups, or behavioral questions while saving you a trip to the clinic for routine matters.