The Big Easy Animal Hospital

We provide thorough physical exams to assess your pet's overall health, detect early signs of illness, and establish a baseline for their well-being. Our veterinarians take the time to understand your pet's unique needs during these visits.

We offer specialized wellness packages for puppies and kittens, including three early visits starting at 8 weeks of age. These visits include vaccinations, parasite testing/treatment, and consultations on diet, exercise, and behavioral training for new pet owners.

We provide comprehensive care for senior pets, including annual or bi-annual exams, baseline bloodwork, and monitoring for age-related conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. We also emphasize dental care and preventive measures to ensure graceful aging.

We administer core vaccinations following American Veterinary Medical Association guidelines to protect your pet from diseases like rabies, distemper, and parvo. Vaccinations are tailored to your pet’s lifestyle and risk factors.

We provide annual heartworm testing and prevention programs to safeguard your pet against this potentially fatal disease. Heartworm prevention is a year-round commitment in Pittsburgh’s climate.

We offer flea and tick prevention treatments to protect your pet from parasites that can cause discomfort, allergies, and serious diseases like Lyme disease. These are recommended year-round in our region.

We provide Home Again Microchipping services to ensure your pet can be identified and returned if lost. This is especially important for pets displaced in emergencies, as we prioritize reuniting pets with their families.

We offer personalized nutritional counseling and weight management programs to help your pet maintain a healthy lifestyle, addressing diet-related concerns and obesity prevention.

We test for and treat intestinal parasites during wellness visits, especially for puppies, kittens, and pets with symptoms like diarrhea or weight loss. Deworming is a critical part of preventive care.

We perform in-house bloodwork, including Complete Blood Counts (CBC) and chemistry panels, to diagnose conditions like anemia, organ dysfunction, diabetes, and infections. Fast results allow us to treat your pet during their visit.

We conduct urinalysis as part of our diagnostic services to detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders. This is especially important for senior pets and those with symptoms like increased thirst or urination.

We utilize digital radiography to diagnose issues like fractures, foreign objects, heart or lung conditions, and dental disease. X-rays are a vital tool in our internal medicine and surgical evaluations.

We offer dental X-rays to identify hidden dental issues like root infections, fractures, or oral tumors that aren’t visible during a regular exam. This ensures comprehensive dental care for your pet.

We perform tooth extractions for severely decayed, fractured, or diseased teeth to relieve pain and prevent infections. Extractions are often part of our dental cleaning procedures.

We provide spay and neuter surgeries as routine procedures to prevent unwanted litters, reduce health risks like certain cancers, and manage behavioral issues in pets.

We provide emergency stabilization services during regular business hours, including ABCs of life support (Airway, Breathing, Circulation) to address critical conditions like trauma, poisoning, or sudden illness.

We use aggressive pain management protocols, including multi-modal therapies, to ensure your pet’s comfort during and after surgical procedures, chronic conditions, or injuries.

We treat pets exposed to toxins or poisons, providing immediate care to counteract ingestion, topical exposure, or inhalation of harmful substances. Early intervention is key to recovery.

We offer medical grooming services, including sanitary shaves, nail trimming, and medicated baths, to address skin conditions, mobility issues, or post-surgical care needs.

We provide sanitary shaves for pets with matted fur, skin infections, or those recovering from surgery to promote healing and hygiene.

We trim and dremel nails as part of our grooming and medical services to prevent overgrowth, discomfort, or complications like nail bed infections.

We perform anal gland expression to relieve discomfort and prevent infections in pets experiencing anal gland issues, a common problem in dogs.

We provide standard pet boarding services through our affiliated Dog Daze and Cafe, offering a comfortable and supervised environment for dogs and cats.

We offer doggie daycare services at Dog Daze and Cafe, providing socialization, exercise, and supervised play for your pet while you’re away.