Our Services

General Services

• 24-HOUR HOSPITAL CARE

  Emergencies can occur at any time. Our doors are open to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with an on-call veterinarian and experienced staff ready to help small, large or exotic animals.

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• BATHING

  Our Animal Care Team is ready and waiting for you to bring your pet for a bath.  We ask that you drop your pet off before 10 a.m. Monday through Friday so we can ensure that the pet will be dry, brushed and ready for pick-up by 3 p.m.  Our baths include a nail trim and an ear cleaning.  If your pet has special needs in the bathing department, we have a variety of medicated shampoos.  If you need help with flea control, just let us know as we can apply flea control products with our baths!

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• BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE

  Illness doesn't always have a physical cause. We employ trained animal behaviorists who help determine the cause of such disorders as separation anxiety and obsessive behavior, and then develop a treatment regimen for the client.

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• BIRDS, REPTILES, RABBITS AND SMALL MAMMALS

  Veterinary medicine for exotic pets is growing as the popularity of these animals increase. With better public education in health, nutritional and environmental management, all species have a greater chance for living longer and healthier lives. We employ staff veterinarians who possess experience in the care and treatments of exotics.

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• BLOOD TRANSFUSION

  We maintain a supply of blood for all types of pets in case of emergency. The blood is collected from donor pets that live with their owners, and all blood is carefully screened for disease.

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• BOARDING

  Pets are like our children – we feed, nurture and lavish attention on them. Our highly qualified kennel attendants do the same when you can't be there. We provide tender loving care (such as brushing and cuddling), and supervised outdoor playtime to keep them happy and active. Our clinic features  55 air conditioned and heated kennels. We also offer free go home baths for animals that stay for more than three days. We also feed only  the Science Diet line of dog food to all boarders.

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• BRONCHOSCOPY

  High-tech fiber optics permits direct visual examination of your pet’s respiratory system. This allows for more accurate diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the nasal cavity, trachea and lungs.

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• DAY CARE

  Is your pet unhappy or lonely while you're at work? Give your companion the personal attention he or she deserves throughout the day. We offer the same TLC and playtime offered to our longer-term guests.

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• DENTAL CARE

  Regular professional cleaning is important to maintaining your pet's teeth. We use modern and safe ultrasound to clean each tooth thoroughly - above and below the gum line. Dental technicians polish teeth to create a smooth, lustrous tooth surface more resistant to plaque buildup. Fluoride treatments help strengthen enamel and reduce tooth sensitivity. Advanced dental care is available, including root canals, caps and braces.

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• EAR CROP

  Ear crops are preformed on certian breeds of dogs for cosmesis normally. Typical breeds are Boxer, Pitbull, Doberman, Schanuzer & Great Danes. Although these dogs normally have their ears cropped, some clients prefer their natural look and do no have them cropped at all.

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• ECHOCARDIOGRAMS

  Our clinic can offer state of the art heart care through using an ultrasound to determine causes and treaments for heart disease. This non invasive procedure allows us to diagnose and treat diseases before they get a chance to cause problems.

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• EMERGENCY AND CRITICAL CARE

  In any emergency, seconds count. Our experienced staff is backed up by our mobile resuscitation unit, stocked and equipped to administer the ABCs of basic life support – Airway, Breathing, Circulation/Cardiac compressions. Emergency care is offered 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We have an on staff veterinarian on call and several technicians. We have a mobile ambulatory service for all large animal emergencies also.

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• ENDOSCOPY

  High-tech fiber optics permits direct visual examination and biopsies of your pet’s gastrointestinal system. This allows for more accurate diagnosis and treatment of oral, esophageal, stomach, colon and even upper intestinal tract disease. Foreign objects can also be removed without the need for surgery.

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• FULLY STOCKED PHARMACY

  We stock a wide range of the best veterinary drugs in the animal healthcare field.

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• GROOMING

  We offer full service grooming along with bathing. Our grooming facility is top notch and our groomer is very well trained with the lastest styles and cuts for special breeds. It offers convience to our clients who would like a groom along with routine vaccinations or other services.

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• HOSPICE/EUTHANASIA SERVICES

  Saying goodbye to a long-time friend is painful. We work with clients to ensure their pet's comfort and dignity. Services include taking care of the remains as directed by the client.

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• HOUSE CALLS

  Our mobile health unit responds to house calls if you are unable to bring your pet to the clinic. We also have a pick-up and delivery service if you cannot bring your pet in for procedures.

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• IMMUNIZATION AND WELLNESS CARE

  We strive to prevent illness whenever possible. The time and effort invested in Wellness programs has rewards for both pets and owners. Our Wellness programs are designed specifically for your pet and include: Comprehensive physical exam; internal parasite testing; heartworm and flea control; vaccination program; spay and neuter package; and specialized blood tests for all life stages.

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• INTERNAL MEDICINE

  We cover all areas of internal medicine, including: Cardiology; Ophthalmology; Neurology; Dermatology; Gastroenterology; Orthopedic surgery; Oncology; Endocrinology; among others.

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• LAPAROSCOPY

  High-tech fiber optics permit direct visual examination of your pet’s abdominal cavity without the need for a large surgical incision. This allows for more accurate diagnosis and treatment of various abdominal diseases and disorders.

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• LARGE ANIMAL

  Our clinic provides both ambulatory and in-house large animal services.  Ambulatory services range from routine vaccinations and pre-purchase examinations to reproductive work, lameness exams and minor surgeries in cattle and horses as well as pigs, sheep and goats.  In-house services are more diverse.  We also offer 24 hour emergency care.  Please call with any questions or to make an appointment.

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• MICROCHIPPING

  Microchips have helped reunite thousands of pets with their families. We offer the most widely used microchip products to increase the chances of a safe recovery.

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• NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING

  Some pets require special food, and all pets benefit from a balanced diet. Our trained and certified staff is available to help you choose the right diet for your pet to keep him or her happy, healthy and active. We offer the Science Diet line of pet food, which is the leading brand recommended by veterinarians for both routine nutrition and disease management.

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• PAIN MANAGEMENT

  Veterinary patients feel pain and discomfort under the same circumstances as people do. We know that recognizing and alleviating pain in animals is the essence of good patient care.

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• RADIOLOGY

  Radiology – or X-rays – help our veterinarians evaluate muscular-skeletal, cardiovascular(cardiopulmonary), gastrointestinal, reproductive and urinary systems. Our clinic provides state of the art veterinariy raidiology with the most advanced machines currently available.

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• SURGERY

  We offer the most advanced surgical techniques and technology. All patients are carefully screened for safety, and anesthetics are specifically tailored to your pet. Surgical services and facilities include: board certified surgeon available for consultation; fully trained veterinary and technical staff, to ensure the safest, most efficient, state-of-the-art procedures for your pet. ECG and oxygen saturation monitors; intensive after surgery care and full blood testing. All surgeries include antibiotic treatment and pain medication.

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• ULTRASOUND

  This non-invasive, state-of-the-art technology uses sound waves to painlessly examine specific internal organs, primarily the heart and abdominal organs. Pregnancy exams are also available. We also use this to exam tendon injury on horses, like the above photo shows.

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• EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS & CLINICS

  Our doctors speak at many public forums. These include speeches to students at job fairs, speaking at certian clinics, and giving tours of our clinic to see what goes on behind the scenes. Education is a very important tool that we have, and we strive to pass this education on to our clients, their children and the public.

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• ZOO MEDICINE

  Dr. Shannon if the staff veterinarian for the Zoo of Acadiana, in Broussard LA. We are on 24 hour call for any zoo emergencies along with scheduled bi-weekly rounds at the zoo for routine procedures. We have a veterinary clinic on grounds at the zoo for any minor procedures and hospitalization that may be needed.

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• Equine Dentistry

  We offer the latest equipment in equine dentistry from removing minor spurs to placing bit seats and preforming Performance Floating.

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