Broadview Animal Clinic

X-Rays

We have an on-site X-ray machine and automatic processor. This allows us to quickly take and examine radiographs to aid us in diagnosing illnesses and injuries to your pet.

Preventive Care

We recommend puppy and kitten vaccinations at 6-8 weeks of age and monthly until 4 months. On their initial visits, puppies and kittens are routinely treated for roundworms. At 4 months, we recommend a microscopic examination of a feces sample. Adult dogs and cats are vaccinated yearly. The need for other vaccinations and heartworm prevention can be discussed with the doctor.

Laboratory

In-house laboratory tests include: standard blood chemistries, red and white blood counts, parvo virus, heartworm infection, giardia, feline leukemia and feline immunodeficiency virus. In addition, special laboratory blood tests, specific diseases and conditions are sent out to a commercial laboratory, usually with overnight results. EKG readings are transmitted to a veterinary cardiologist for diagnosis and treatment recommendations.

Surgery

A variety of soft tissue and orthopedic (bone related) surgeries are performed on-site. Pre-anesthetic blood testing is available and recommended for aged or debilitated patients. Post operative pain medications are also available.

Laser Surgery

We are pleased to be able to offer many of our surgical procedures using a CO2 laser. A CO2 laser produces a highly focused beam of light that can be used to cut or vaporize skin and soft tissue. The light beam can be highly controlled so that only a thin layer of tissue is removed, leaving the surrounding tissue unaffected. Because of this, patients whose surgeries are performed with a laser have less pain, less bleeding and less swelling, than if those surgeries were performed with a traditional scalpel blade.

Dentistry

Dogs and cats can suffer from dental disease just as humans can. While under anesthesia, the patient's teeth are cleaned with an ultrasonic scaler, polished and treated with a protective tooth sealant. Cleaning helps prevent gum inflammation, tooth loss and oral pain.

Knowledge and Communication

The many years of service at our clinic has given the staff the experience and knowledge to deal with a variety of animal health issues. We welcome the opportunity to answer questions and make recommendations regarding the care of your pet.