Ridgetop Animal Hospital: Ryan Mardell DVM

We perform thorough Comprehensive Physical Exams to evaluate your pet's overall health from nose to tail. Our AAHA-accredited hospital detects early signs of illness or injury, ensuring a baseline for future reference and proactive care. These exams include assessments of vital signs, weight, dental health, and organ function.

Our Puppy & Kitten Wellness Packages include tailored vaccination protocols, parasite prevention, and health checkups starting at 6-8 weeks of age. We administer core and lifestyle vaccines (Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, Lepto, etc.), deworming, and microchipping in a structured plan to protect and support your young pet's growth.

We provide specialized Senior Pet Wellness Care with enhanced wellness exams, bloodwork, urinalysis, and geriatric screenings. These visits help detect age-related conditions early, including heart disease, diabetes, and organ dysfunction, while adjusting preventative protocols to match your senior pet’s evolving health needs.

We administer essential Core Vaccinations, including Rabies, Distemper, and Parvo, to shield pets from deadly diseases. These vaccines are a critical part of our preventative care, administered with personalized timing and boosters based on your pet’s age, lifestyle, and risk exposure. Vaccinations are paired with a health assessment.

Annual Heartworm Testing and prevention are provided through our preventive care protocols. We pair testing with year-round heartworm prevention medications to protect your pet from this potentially fatal parasitic disease, alongside other flea/tick preventive treatments during wellness visits.

Our clinic offers expert guidance on Flea & Tick Prevention, including oral, topical, and chewable medications tailored to your pet’s breed, age, and environment. Preventive measures are discussed during wellness exams and incorporated into our Parasite Control programs to safeguard against infestations and diseases like Lyme.

We provide Microchipping & Registration for pets, offering a permanent ID with contact information that can’t be lost like a collar. The microchip procedure is quick, safe, and recommended for all pets, followed by registration to national databases for seamless reunification if your pet is lost.

Our veterinary team offers personalized Nutritional Counseling & Weight Management plans for pets. We assess dietary needs based on life stage, breed, illnesses (allergies/obesity), and recommend balanced diets or supplements to maintain optimal health and weight goals. Regular follow-ups ensure progress is tracked.

Through our preventive care programs, we provide Parasite Deworming for intestinal parasites like roundworms and hookworms. Deworming treatments are advised based on risk factors, lifestyle (e.g., outdoor exposure), and recommended in our puppy/kitten kits and annual packages to prevent infections.

For diagnostics and health monitoring, we perform In-House Bloodwork including CBC (Complete Blood Count) and Chemistry Panels. These tests identify organ function, anemia, infections, and metabolic conditions, offering results within 30 minutes as part of wellness or illness evaluations.

We conduct in-house Urinalysis tests during wellness exams (especially for geriatric or diabetic pets) and diagnostic workups. These tests evaluate kidney function, diabetes, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and other health markers to provide early indications of potential issues.

Our clinic performs Fecal Testing to diagnose intestinal parasites (e.g., giardia, coccidia) or digestive issues in pets. This service is often recommended for animals with weight loss, diarrhea, or exposure to environmental risks during wellness or illness consultations.

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During Professional Dental Cleaning services, we include Dental X-Rays under anesthesia to evaluate root and tooth structures, identify hidden fractures, periodontal disease, and tooth decay not visible on oral exams. These radiographs are critical for determining if extractions or treatment are needed beyond cleaning.

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In addition to tooth extractions, we conduct Oral Surgery for procedures like subgingival calculus removal, mass removals, and root resection procedures. Our AAHA-accredited team uses sterile techniques and post-operative aftercare, including pain medications and dietary recommendations.

We educate pet owners on At-Home Dental Care to maintain oral health between professional cleanings, including brushing techniques, dental treats, and plaque-reduction diets. Our follow-up care provides instructions and product recommendations based on risk levels and oral conditions.

We offer Spay & Neuter Surgery, including laparoscopic spays for cats and dogs, to improve longevity and reduce health risks. Our team ensures minimal pain, quicker recovery, and post-surgical care, with options for routine open-neuter techniques as well for larger breeds or complex cases.

When pets require post-surgical recovery or intensive treatment for conditions like infectious or metabolic diseases, we offer Hospitalization & 24-Hour Monitoring. Our team monitors vitals, wound healing, and response to medications, allowing pets to heal in-house with direct veterinary oversight.

Pre- and post-operatively, we administer Pain Management protocols tailored to each pet’s needs, including injectable, oral, and topical pain medications. Our approach ensures analgesia aligns with species-specific requirements and follow-up instructions for at-home comfort.

Our team provides Domestic Travel Certificates for interstate travel within the U.S., confirming your pet’s vaccination and parasite prevention compliance. Appointments can be scheduled for quick processing to ensure pet travel safety and legal compliance during journeys.

During end-of-life discussions, we evaluate Quality of Life Assessment factors like mobility, appetite, pain levels, mental clarity, and social interactions to help determine the optimal time for intervention or euthanasia. Consultations occur as part of our compassionate care program.

For non-emergent issues, our hospital offers Telemedicine Consultations with our veterinary team. These virtual appointments help address minor ailments, provide medication refill confirmations, and offer health advice quickly without an in-person visit, based on pet’s records or described symptoms.