Cape May Veterinary Hospital

We evaluate your pet's overall health during annual or bi-annual wellness exams, detecting early signs of illness and providing preventive care to ensure a long, healthy life. These exams include a full nose-to-tail assessment to establish baselines like vital signs, body condition, and lab values when your pet is healthy.

We provide specialized care for young pets with tailored vaccination schedules, deworming, and disease prevention strategies starting at 6–8 weeks of age. This includes core vaccinations and guidance on nutrition, socialization, and early health monitoring to set them up for a lifetime of wellness.

Our Senior Wellness Exams focus on proactive aging care, including adjusted vaccination schedules, geriatric bloodwork, and early detection of conditions like arthritis or organ changes. We also offer lifestyle adjustments, nutritional guidance, and increased monitoring frequency to match their evolving needs.

We administer core vaccinations (including Rabies, Distemper, and Parvovirus) as part of our preventative care protocols. These are critical for puppy/kitten protection and ongoing immunity, with booster schedules tailored to your pet’s age and risk factors, such as exposure to outdoor environments.

We offer annual heartworm testing combined with year-round preventive medications to safeguard your pet against this potentially fatal parasite. Testing is complemented by bloodwork to assess overall heart and lung health during wellness exams.

Our parasite control services include year-round flea, tick, and mite prevention programs, with customized plans for pets based on geographic risks (e.g., Cape May County’s wooded areas) and lifestyle. We provide oral, topical, and collar options to suit your pet’s needs.

We implant microchips with permanent registration in national databases to maximize the chances of reuniting lost pets with owners. The procedure is quick, painless, and backed by our team’s assistance in updating contacts if your information changes.

Our diet & nutrition services include personalized weight management plans, stage-specific diets (puppy/adult/senior), and medical nutrition therapy for conditions like allergies or arthritis. We recommend supplements (e.g., joint or skin/coat support) tailored to your pet’s health goals.

We perform routine intestinal parasite testing (fecal exams) and deworming treatments as part of wellness visits, especially for puppies, kittens, or pets with outdoor exposure. Deworming protocols are adjusted based on test results and risk factors like hunting or exposure to wildlife.

Our on-site laboratory services include complete blood counts (CBCs) and chemistry panels to screen for infections, organ function (kidney/liver), diabetes, and hormonal disorders. Bloodwork is integrated into senior exams and pre-surgical evaluations for comprehensive health assessment.

We provide urinalysis to diagnose urinary tract infections, kidney disease, diabetes, or crystals/stones in pets. This is commonly included in wellness panels for senior pets or those showing signs of discomfort (e.g., frequent urination, blood in urine).

As part of our parasite control services, we perform fecal testing to detect intestinal parasites (e.g., roundworms, hookworms, giardia). Results guide deworming treatments, particularly for young or high-risk pets.

Our clinic is equipped with digital radiography for diagnosing bone fractures, foreign objects, heart/lung conditions, and dental disease. X-rays are often used post-trauma, for pre-surgical planning, or to investigate chronic pain/lameness.

We offer allergy assessments to identify environmental (e.g., pollen, dust) or food-related allergies in pets, which can cause itching, ear infections, or skin conditions. Diagnosis may involve intradermal testing or blood panels, followed by management plans (diet changes, medication, or allergy shots).

We perform EKG/ECG evaluations to diagnose heart conditions such as arrhythmias or congenital defects. This is often part of senior wellness panels, pre-anesthetic screens, or for pets showing symptoms like coughing, lethargy, or collapse.

Using digital dental radiography, we evaluate root structures, hidden fractures, or abscesses not visible during clinical exams. These are performed during cleanings or extractions to ensure comprehensive oral health assessment.

We perform tooth extractions under anesthesia for severely diseased or broken teeth that cannot be saved. Our team uses thorough pain management and post-operative care to ensure comfort, with a focus on preserving as much dental function as possible.

Our services include minor oral surgeries, such as root canals or fractured tooth repair, in addition to extractions. Procedures are performed with advanced imaging and sterile techniques to minimize risk and promote swift recovery.

We treat periodontal disease through deep cleanings, root planing, and antibiotics to address gum inflammation and bone loss. Early intervention during dental exams can halt progression and alleviate pain for pets with moderate to severe periodontal disease.

After professional cleanings, we provide guidance on daily dental care, including toothbrushing techniques, dental diets, and oral rinses to maintain oral health between vet visits. Customized plans are provided based on your pet’s breed and dental risks.

We offer routine spay/neuter surgeries to reduce cancer risks, prevent overpopulation, and improve behavior (e.g., roaming, aggression). Soft tissue techniques minimize recovery time, with post-op monitoring and pain management included.

We surgically remove foreign objects (e.g., ingested toys, foam, or grass awns) from the gastrointestinal or respiratory tracts using radiography and endoscopy to locate and extract debris. Early intervention prevents complications like perforations.

Our team repairs wounds and lacerations with suturing, cleaning, and infection prevention protocols. We monitor for signs of recovery or complications (e.g., abscesses) and provide antibiotics or e-collar instructions as needed.

We diagnose and surgically remove bladder stones via cystotomy or minimally invasive techniques like urethral stone extraction. Post-surgery diagnostics (e.g., urinalysis) and dietary changes prevent recurrence, tailored to your pet’s stone type (e.g., struvite, calcium oxalate).

We perform cherry eye (prolapsed gland) repair surgeries to realign and suture the gland back into place, preserving its function and preventing chronic inflammation or infection. This is a common soft tissue surgery we offer routinely.

For pets requiring overnight care, we provide hospitalization services with 24-hour monitoring for IV fluids, medication administration, and recovery from surgeries or emergencies. Our team adjusts treatments based on real-time health updates.

We administer oxygen therapy to pets recovering from anesthesia, respiratory distress, or emergencies (e.g., smoke inhalation or heart conditions). Oxygen cages and supplementation are used to stabilize and support optimal healing.

Our clinic provides IV fluids for dehydration, surgery recovery, or systemic illness to maintain hydration and electrolyte balance. Fluids are administered during hospital stays or short-term treatments as needed for your pet’s condition.

We offer preemptive and post-operative pain management using multi-modal approaches (e.g., injectables, oral meds, or local anesthesia). Pain protocols are customized for surgeries, chronic conditions (e.g., arthritis), or injury recovery.

In case of toxin exposure (e.g., human medications, chocolate, or plants), we provide emergency treatment, including induced vomiting, activated charcoal, IV fluids, and diagnostic testing to support detoxification and organ protection.

We perform nail trims and dremeling (grinding) to prevent overgrowth, splits, or pain (e.g., in senior or arthritic pets). These services ensure mobility and comfort, often combined with other wellness exams.

We provide anal gland expression to relieve impaction, a common cause of discomfort or scooting in dogs. This manual or ultrasonic procedure is performed at wellness visits or during diagnostic exams to address the issue promptly.

We utilize cold laser therapy to reduce inflammation, accelerate healing for wounds or arthritis, and alleviate pain without invasive procedures. This therapy is often added to rehabilitation or post-surgical care plans.

Our rehabilitation services include physical therapy (e.g., passive range of motion exercises) and laser therapy for pets recovering from orthopedic surgeries or managing chronic pain (e.g., hip dysplasia). Customized plans are provided based on mobility assessments.

During end-of-life discussions, we perform quality of life assessments using tools like the HHHMM scale (Hurt, Hunger, Hydration, Happiness, Mobility, More Good Days Than Bad) to help you make informed decisions about your pet’s comfort and care.

We provide telemedicine consultations for follow-up care, minor health concerns, or medication adjustments between in-person visits. This service enhances accessibility while maintaining your pet’s healthcare continuity.