Richmond Animal Hospital

We conduct thorough head-to-tail exams for all pets, assessing weight, behavior, and physical well-being. This includes a detailed review of their coat, eyes, ears, teeth, heart, and joints to ensure early detection of health issues. We prioritize clear communication of findings.

We provide tailored wellness care for young animals, including frequent visits for vaccinations, deworming, growth monitoring, and behavior guidance. These critical early stages set the foundation for a healthy life, and we focus on personalized development recommendations.

We encourage biannual exams for pets 7+ years old, as age-related conditions develop rapidly. Our senior care includes early detection of issues, diet adjustments, and personalized monitoring plans to improve their golden years.

We administer essential core vaccines aligned with local laws and your pet’s needs, including rabies (required for all cats) and distemper/parvo protection. We emphasize exam-based vaccination to ensure your pet is healthy before receiving any vaccine.

As part of wellness care, we recommend annual heartworm testing and preventive medications tailored to your pet’s lifestyle. Prevention is key to averting this dangerous parasite.

We provide monthly preventive treatments for fleas and ticks, with options based on your pet’s environment, activity level, and health. Seasonal recommendations are discussed during exams.

We offer quick, safe microchipping with lifetime identification. Registration is critical for lost pets—we guide you through the process and ensure your contact info is current. Annual scans verify chip functionality.

During exams, we assess body condition and provide personalized diet, portion, and treat recommendations. Weight management plans address obesity-related risks and promote longevity.

Whether it’s anxiety, aggression, or housetraining, we offer consultations and referrals to specialists. We address behavioral concerns during exams or through follow-up sessions.

We perform complete blood counts (CBC) and chemistry panels in-house, often during wellness or sick visits. Diagnostic results guide early interventions for organ health and chronic conditions.

As part of senior or diagnostic care, we offer urinalysis to screen for infections, crystals, or kidney disease. Senior pets benefit from routine urine testing every 6 months.

We provide parasite screening via fecal tests during wellness visits, especially for puppies, kittens, or outdoor pets. Testing ensures timely deworming for internal parasites.

Our clinic is equipped for on-site X-rays to diagnose fractures, foreign objects, or internal issues. X-rays are often paired with ultrasounds or bloodwork for comprehensive care.

We perform routine spay/neuter surgeries with modern anesthesia, pain management, and monitoring. Timing is tailored to breed, size, and health, typically between 6–24 months.

In case of swallowing objects, we perform emergency surgeries to remove blockages, using X-rays for precise localization.

We remove painful bladder/kidney stones surgically, addressing chronic issues with diagnostics to prevent recurrence.

Gland prolapse (cherry eye) is treated with surgical repositioning or pocketing to restore eye health and comfort.

For urgent cases, we prioritize stabilization (IV fluids, pain relief, oxygen) before determining next steps. Severe instances may require ICU-level care via referrals.

Post-surgery or illness, pets receive monitored care overnight if needed. Conditions requiring intensive support are referred to local ICUs.

We administer IV fluids for dehydration, toxin exposure, or post-surgical recovery, with continuous patient monitoring.

Pain management is multimodal—pre-, during-, and post-surgery—using medications, cold laser therapy, and tailored protocols.

As part of wellness or grooming services, we offer anal gland expression to prevent discomfort and infections in pets with impacted glands.

Complemented with pain relief, our cold laser therapy aids wound healing and inflammation reduction post-procedures or injuries.