Local Business in SD California : North Park Pet Hospital

Surgery

General Exams

Wellness Testing and Senior Testing: What do we test for?

A physical exam can tell us a great deal about a pet's health, nevertheless many subclinical or early disease processes may remain undetected. For this reason yearly blood testing and urinalysis can help us complete the picture of a pet's overall health. This is especially important for senior pets, certain breeds and for any animal undergoing an anesthetic.

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Dental

Dental Care

Your pet may be showing signs of needing dental care. These signs can include: bad breath, red gums, excessive salivation, lack of energy and pain when eating.
Even without signs, we strongly recommend dental care for your pet. It's a preventative healthcare measure, which contributes to your pet's long happy life.

Bacteria in the mouth can enter the bloodstream causing damage to vital internal organs
Sore gums can cause difficulty eating resulting in poor nutrition
Unhealthy mouths (as with any part of the body) reduces energy and overall vitality

These pictures illustrate the various progressive stages of gingivitis (gum disease). Regular dental care prevents your pet from developing gingivitis. However, if your pet is showing signs of gum disease it is important that you book a dental examination today so that we can determine the best course of action.

Pet dental care is a bit more involved than typical dental cleanings for humans. This is what we do during dental cleanings to ensure the best care for your pet:

What's involved in a Dental Exam?
During the exam we look for; developmental abnormalities, cavities, fractures, abscessed teeth after accumulation of plaque and tartar , periodontal disease and oral tumors.

Pre-anesthetic blood screen:
We make sure your pet is healthy before administering anesthetic. Although complications resulting from modern anesthetic are rare, we need to be sure your pet is in good health. The blood test can also inform us of any effect to the organs that previous poor dental hygiene has caused.

Pre- and During the Dental Procedures
All pets are maintained on IV fluids during dentals to help keep their blood pressure normal. The patient’s vitals are monitored throughout the procedure.

Scaling and polishing:
The teeth are scaled to remove the plaque and tartar from the teeth especially below the gumline as it is what you cannot see that does the most harm to your pet. Then the teeth are polished to remove any microabrasions where bacteria could accumulate.

Extractions Teeth are extracted due to various reasons. Just like people, pets, especially cats, can get cavities that require extraction to relieve pain and discomfort. For the same reason, fractured and abscessed teeth are removed. Any dental extractions will be done only with consent from the owners.

What can you do?
You are responsible for regular brushing and use of dental care products. We stock a variety of pet dental care products. It is important to use pet products and not products developed for human use. We would gladly discuss how to introduce brushing to your pet. Maintain regular visits to your veterinarian for dental exams and get in a regular cycle of dental cleanings.

Pet Nutrition

We offer a complete line of preventive and therapeutic diets for your dog or cat. The foods that we recommend are of exceptional quality, using carefully chosen ingredients which provide nutrients with proven benefits in the management of medical conditions or encourage optimal health and well-being for your pet. These Medical / Royal Canin or Hill's Prescription Diet foods are sold exclusively through veterinary hospitals and any member of our trained staff will be pleased to assist you in determining the most suitable diet for your pet.

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Micro Chipping

The Difference Between Lost & Found

The procedure is simple. A tiny microchip (about the size of a grain of rice) is painlessly injected under the loose skin between your pet's shoulder blades, just like a vaccine.
The microchip's unique identification number and important information about you and your pet is then entered into the National Pet Registry.
If your pet is lost, the microchip I.D. number can be read by scanners at animal shelters across Canada. These shelters routinely scan all pets for microchip I.D. When a chip is detected, a recovery service will identify you as the rightful owner and you will be contacted immediately. Every year thousands of pets are returned home because of microchipping.
The microchip is made from biocompatible material and is completely safe. It is available at veterinary clinics across Canada.

Reasons to MICROCHIP your pet:

For animal lovers, there's no worse feeling than losing your pet
Tatoos are difficult to read, and tags fall off
Quick and painless identification
Inexpensive lifetime protection against loss
Many municipalities offer savings on licence fees for microchipped pets.
May be required for international travel.

33% of pets will get lost at least once in their lifetime. Don't wait until it's too late!

Micro Chipping is recognized all throughout the United States and Internation Travel as well.

Vaccinations

Vaccination: A cost effective solution

Vaccinations are a valuable preventive measure against infectious diseases and can avoid potential pain and hardship for both you and your pet. You should consider the cost difference between having your pet vaccinated versus the potential cost of care in the event of disease. Vaccines not only give you peace of mind - they may also save you money.

VACCINATION. ESSENTIAL TO WELLNESS CARE FOR YOUR DOGS AND CATS.

As a pet owner, you want to do all you can to give your cat or dog a long and healthy life. Proper nutrition and sanitation combined with regular visits to your veterinarian are, of course, important elements of responsible pet health care. If you haven't had your pet vaccinated against infectious diseases, you could be leaving your pet vulnerable to a number of serious illnesses.

THE THREAT OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Just as they do in humans, infectious diseases occur in pets when they come into contact with harmful viruses or bacteria. These diseases are often debilitating, and many of them can be fatal. While many infectious diseases cannot be cured, they can be prevented easily through a good vaccination program. In fact, in recent years, vaccines have proven to be highly successful in preventing diseases.
Vaccines work the same way in pets as they do in people. When a safely altered virus is injected into the pet, the immune system responds by producing protective antibodies. These circulate in the blood and protect the animal against the threat of infectious diseases.

COMMON AND DANGEROUS FELINE INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Feline Leukemia:

Researchers now consider Feline Leukemia virus (FeLV) infection to be the #1 infectious disease causing death in cats. The virus attacks the immune system and leaves the cat vulnerable to a host of secondary infections. It may also cause certain types of cancers. Death most often occurs within 3 years of infection.
Both indoor and outdoor cats are vaccinated. Cats that live in multi-cat households or are allowed to roam free are particularly at risk.

Feline Panleukopenia:

Also known as Feline Distemper, Feline Panleukopenia is a wide-spread disease that is often fatal. Since most cats are likely to be exposed to Panleukopenia in their lifetime, vaccination against this illness is of key importance.
Clinical signs of Feline Panleukopenia include fever, depression, loss of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea.

Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FVR):

Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis is the most severe and wide-spread upper respiratory infection in cats. Clinical signs include moderate fever, appetite loss, sneezing, tearing, discharge from eyes and nose, mouth breathing and coughing, Infection, even if successfully treated, can lead to a lifelong carrier state with reappearance of the disease when the cat is stressed. Vaccination is extremely important.

Feline Calicivirus (FCV):

Feline Calicivirus is another virus which affects the feline upper respiratory system. It accounts for approximately 40% of all respiratory diseases in cats. The severity of the infection may vary, but symptoms most often include moderate fever, ulcers and blisters on the tongue.
Even if successfully treated, cats infected with FCV can become chronic virus carriers with lifelong clinical signs of sneezing and runny eyes.

Feline Chlamydiosis:

Once known as "Feline Pneumonitis", this disease causes a relatively mild upper respiratory infection, particularly affecting mucous membranes of the eyes. Symptoms include tearing and sometimes sneezing and nasal discharge.

Rabies:

VACCINATION IS NOT JUST FOR KITTENS

The low natural immunity of kittens makes them most susceptible to infection. However, if left unprotected, cats of any age are at risk. As soon as you introduce a new cat into your home, contact your veterinarian to determine the best date for its first vaccinations. At this time, your veterinarian can also establish a complete vaccination program that meets your pet's needs.
Each kitten should receive boosters at regular intervals to ensure continued protection. Adult cats should be revaccinated regularly throughout their lifetime.

COMMON AND DANGEROUS CANINE INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Canine Distemper:

Vaccination against Distemper is essential. Nearly every dog is exposed to the disease in its lifetime, and when infection occurs, it is often fatal.
Distemper virus attacks many body organs including the nervous system. Symptoms include listlessness, fever, coughing, diarrhea, vomiting and discharge from the eyes and nose. In its final stages, it may cause convulsions and paralysis. Death may occur one to three weeks after infection.

Infectious Canine Hepatitis:

Canine Hepatitis is a contagious viral disease that primarily affects the dog's liver. During its acute phase, Hepatitis is spread between dogs by contact with urine, feces or other secretions. The result of exposure can range from mild infection to death. Vaccination has controlled the disease for several years, and new, more advanced vaccines continue to be the most effective means of prevention.

Parvovirus:

Highly contagious and debilitating, Parvovirus emerged worldwide in 1978, and is now known to most dog owners. The virus, which is particularly resistant, is spread mainly through infected feces. Symptoms include high fever, listlessness, vomiting and diarrhea. In severe cases, it can lead to shock and death. Vaccination has proven effective, and is the best way to protect your dog against infection.

Canine Coronavirus:

Sometimes confused with Parvovirus, Coronavirus attacks the intestinal system and results in vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite and depression. When Coronavirus occurs concurrently with Parvovirus it can also cause severe enteritis and death in puppies.

Leptospirosis:

Leptospirosis is more prevalent in certain geographic areas, and attacks the dog's kidneys and liver. It can spread to humans. Protection against this disease is important. Infection occurs on contact with the urine of infected dogs, rats and wild animals. Symptoms can be severe and include loss of appetite, fever and jaundice.

Canine Cough or Tracheobronchitis:

Once known as "kennel cough", this highly contagious disease can cause inflammation of the trachea and bronchi. It can be caused by different airborne viruses and bacteria. The most common among these are Canine Parainfluenza virus, Canine Adenovirus, and Bordetella bronchiseptica. The disease is characterized by a dry noonproductive cough.

Rabies:

The Rabies virus attacks the nervous system resulting in a fatal disease. All mammals are susceptible to infection, including humans. Rabies is a major health hazard, so it is of extreme importance that your dog be vaccinated against it. In fact, in many cases, vaccination is required by municipal law and for travel outside Canada. Each puppy should receive boosters at regular intervals to ensure continued protection. Adult dogs should be revaccinated regularly throughout their lifetime.

Local Business in SD California : North Park Pet Hospital

Surgery

General Exams

Wellness Testing and Senior Testing: What do we test for?

Neuter Services

Dental

Dental Care

Pet Nutrition

Pet Nutrition

Flea Control Products

Micro Chipping

The Difference Between Lost & Found

Reasons to MICROCHIP your pet:

33% of pets will get lost at least once in their lifetime. Don't wait until it's too late!

Vaccinations

Vaccination: A cost effective solution

VACCINATION. ESSENTIAL TO WELLNESS CARE FOR YOUR DOGS AND CATS.

THE THREAT OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES

COMMON AND DANGEROUS FELINE INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Feline Leukemia:

Feline Panleukopenia:

Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FVR):

Feline Calicivirus (FCV):

Feline Chlamydiosis:

Rabies:

VACCINATION IS NOT JUST FOR KITTENS

COMMON AND DANGEROUS CANINE INFECTIOUS DISEASES

Canine Distemper:

Infectious Canine Hepatitis:

Parvovirus:

Canine Coronavirus:

Leptospirosis:

Canine Cough or Tracheobronchitis:

Rabies:

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