- Dental CareThe most important thing you can do to protect your pet from dental disease is to have regular checkups and cleanings from a veterinarian. Preventative treatment of dental disease is less expensive and more effective than treatment after issues begin. Regardless of their current age or oral health, Dr. Andersen and her caring staff are ready to help your furry family member at Garden District Animal Hospital.
- VaccinationAll of our boarders must be flea and tick free and current on their vaccination schedule before their stay at Garden District Animal Hospital. Canine boarders must be up to date on vaccinations against rabies, bordetella (kennel cough), distemper, adenovirus, parainfluenza, parvovirus, and leptospirosis. All felines must also be currently vaccinated against rabies, feline leukemia, rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, panleukopenia, and chlamydia.
- Veterinary Ophthalmology
- Nutritional CounselingInitially, many pets do not show outward signs that they are suffering from heartworms. After a period of several months, as the infection progresses, you may see indications that your dog may be suffering from heartworm disease. These indications include decreased appetite, weight loss, coughing, and fatigue.
- Comprehensive ExaminationBlood testing provides our veterinarians with information that can only be determined from lab work, that could not be found with a physical exam alone. Learn More
- Parasites Treatment and ControlHeartworm disease cases are very common in warm climates like Baton Rouge where mosquitoes tend to thrive. When an infected mosquito bites a healthy animal, it passes the parasite to the animal. The parasite then enters the animal’s bloodstream and begins to mature. Without the benefit of a heartworm preventative, these heartworms will migrate through the body of the infected animal and can result in damage to the heart, lungs, blood vessels, and even death.
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentDoes your pet scratch excessively? Are you finding red and inflamed skin conditions? Your pet could be suffering from an allergic condition. Allergic reactions in our pets are typically caused when an animal is allergic to something in their environment (such as dust, pollen, or grass), flea bites, or food allergies. At Garden District Animal Hospital, Dr. Andersen and her experienced team have successfully diagnosed and treated countless pets with allergies in the Baton Rouge area, and they will bring this same level of diligence to your constant companion. How are allergies diagnosed and treated at Garden District Animal Hospital?
- Intestinal Foreign Object Removal
- Leptospirosis Treatment
- Parvovirus Infection Treatment
- Urinary Tract Infection TreatmentThe blood work laboratory at our veterinary hospital provides Dr. Andersen with invaluable information regarding organ function, complete blood counts (CBCs), hydration levels, urinalysis data, and thyroid function testing. Our CBC analyzer indicates the ability of blood to clot, the existence of anemia, the presence of infection, hydration levels, and the presence of certain types of leukemia. The blood chemistry system at Garden District Animal Hospital can quickly and accurately provide information on the health of organs including the liver and kidneys. Hydration status can also be determined using this unit, which can indicate whether a pet requires fluid administration. Thyroid levels are also measured with our blood chemistry unit, to determine if a pet has a condition such as hyper or hypothyroidism. Finally, our urinalysis analyzer can indicate kidney and urinary tract infections, liver disease, and kidney stones.
- Hip Dysplasia TreatmentThis list is a sampling of the diagnostic capabilities of our digital x-ray unit. If you feel your pet may have an issue not listed here, please schedule a consultation with one of our veterinarians. The experience of our veterinarians and our state-of-the-art equipment make Garden District Animal Hospital the best choice for the life of your pet in the Baton Rouge area. Call one of our caring team members and schedule your precious pet’s appointment today!
- Thyroid Disease Treatment
- Periodontal Disease TreatmentWhile some pets may have periodontal disease and exhibit no outward signs, others may have the following...
- Wound and Fracture Care
- Dental Surgery
- Veterinary SurgeryWhile Dr. Day enjoys spending time with her family and friends, especially outdoors, she also loves the companionship of her own dogs, cats and tortoise. Dr. Day is an active member of the AVMA and a former president of the BRAVMA. She truly enjoys veterinary dentistry, ophthalmology, soft tissue surgery and emergency medicine.
- Spaying and Neutering
- Laboratory ServicesBefore any procedure, our caring veterinarians recommend running blood work on each patient; the results of this testing help determine whether your pet may have an underlying condition that could complicate the surgery. Because our pets feel pain in much the same way as people, pain preventatives are required before any surgical procedure. During the operation, our veterinarians will continually monitor the vital signs of the patient, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels. Upon conclusion of the surgery, your pet will continue to be monitored until they have recovered enough to safely return home with you.
- X-RayGarden District Animal Hospital continually strives to offer our patients the latest in veterinary technology, and our advanced digital radiography (x-ray) system provides the sharpest and clearest images available. Our digital system has multiple advantages over older systems which require chemicals and time to develop radiographs. When our caring veterinarians take an x-ray of a pet, the image is available in seconds, saving valuable treatment time if necessary. Also, our system is environmentally friendly, as it does not require chemicals to process our radiographs. X-ray images are one of the most important diagnostic tools available for our veterinarians. When we see a sick patient, x rays are often recommended so our doctors can see inside the pet without surgery. Many disease states, illnesses, and issues can be safely and accurately diagnosed including...
- MicrochippingThe compassionate veterinarians at Garden District Animal Hospital in Baton Rouge recommend microchip identification as a means of permanent identification for your pet. Microchipping can be done on an outpatient basis, and many clients elect to microchip when their companion animal is spayed or neutered. A microchip is approximately as small as a grain of rice and is implanted under the skin between the shoulder blades of the pet. Please remember that microchipping is a permanent form of identification, as opposed to engraved plates on collars that can become lost or removed.
- Boarding