- Dental CareWe are proud to offer a wide range of medical, diagnostic, surgical and dental services for your pet. We see patients by appointment Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We offer urgent care appointments on Fridays between 6:20 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., and on Saturdays between 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
- VaccinationDoes your pet just need a nail trim? No problem! Our veterinarians perform nail trims on cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, and birds both small and large. If your parakeet, conure or cockatoo needs a beak trim or wing trim, we can do that too! Appointments are required, and may be limited for exotic pets based on the availability of the veterinarian, so please do call ahead. PLEASE NOTE: effective January 2019, Bellevue Animal Hospital will require that any cat or dog who visits our hospital for a nail trim appointment must be up-to-date on its Rabies vaccination. This new requirement is to ensure the safety of our staff, of you and your pet, and of our other clients and patients. Rabies vaccinations are required by law in our area for all cats and dogs over the age of 4 months, and the vaccination must be kept current. (Rabies vaccinations are first given between the ages of 12-16 weeks, again one year later, and again every 1 to 3 years depending on the vaccine used.) If your pet received its vaccination at a hospital or clinic other than our own, please be prepared to provide us with a current Rabies vaccination certificate that includes the name and license number of the vaccinating veterinarian; this certificate must be presented either prior to or at the time of your appointment. A rabies tag is not sufficient proof of current vaccination status and will not be accepted as such. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 402-291-1255.
- Nutritional CounselingGood nutrition is an important part of your pet’s health and wellness plan! We stock a variety of cat foods and dog foods from Hill’s Pet Nutrition (both Science Diet and Prescription Diet formulas,) Purina Veterinary Diets, and Royal Canin Veterinary Diets. If your cat or dog requires a special diet that we do not keep on hand, we will be happy to see if we can order it for you! We order from Hill’s every Wednesday and usually receive the shipment on Thursday; Purina and Royal Canin products are also ordered on Wednesdays and are typically received early the following week. Looking for the convenience of home delivery? Check out our online store and have pet food, medications, and more shipped directly to your front door!
- Comprehensive ExaminationNized without this special type of monitoring. In fact, pets with heart rhythm disorders often have normal physical examinations.
- Parasites Treatment and ControlHeartworm disease can be a devastating condition, frequently fatal if left untreated. The disease is caused by a microscopic parasite that is carried by infected mosquitoes. The parasites migrate through the bloodstream of your pet, eventually reaching the heart and lungs where they mature to adult “worms.”
- Pain ManagementMost surgical and dental patients receive an inhaled (gas) anesthesia called isoflurane. Some patients (depending on the procedure and the health of the animal) may receive an injectable anesthetic such as KVIV (ketamine and valium.) Pain medication is typically given prior to or during the procedure and administered during recovery – this may include injectable medications, oral medications, or laser therapy. Most of our surgical patients – including those pets that have been spayed or neutered – and dental patients that have had teeth extracted, will also be discharged with pain medication for you to administer to the pet at home.
- Diarrhea Treatment
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentClass IV laser therapy is one of the many pain management and healing options that we have available for our patients, providing a non-invasive alternative to oral or injected pain medications or surgery. Laser therapy does not even require that we clip or shave any of your pet’s fur. How does it work? A beam of laser light deeply penetrates tissue without causing any damage, inducing a biological response called photo-bio-modulation in your pet’s cells. The effect is reduced pain, reduced inflammation, and increased speed of healing. Laser therapy has been scientifically proven to be successful in treating post-surgical pain, as well as many acute and chronic conditions such as osteoarthritis, joint disease and hip dysplasia; skin problems such as hot spots and lick granulomas; ear infections; wounds; and sprains or strains. The potential benefits to you and your pet are almost endless!
- Injury Treatment
- Feline Retro Virus Treatment
- Ear Infection Treatment
- Urinary Tract Infection TreatmentLaboratory testing of your pet’s urine can help detect the presence of specific substances that normally do not appear in urine, including protein, sugar, white blood cells or blood. Measuring the dilution or concentration of urine can also help us diagnose illness. Urinalysis can be helpful in diagnosing urinary tract infections, diabetes, dehydration, kidney problems and other medical conditions.
- Arthritis Treatment
- Hip Dysplasia Treatment
- Diabetes Treatment
- Heart Disease TreatmentWe are excited to be able to offer this service to our clients! A Holter monitor is a battery-operated, portable device about the size of a small camera or pager; this device measures and records the heart’s activity (ECG) continuously for 24 to 48 hours. Why might this be important to you and your pet?
- Kidney Disease TreatmentDogs and cats age 4 to 5 times faster than human beings and as a result, health problems can progress much more rapidly. Ironically, because our pets are living longer today, they are increasingly suffering from many of the same chronic diseases that affect humans: cancer, diabetes, kidney failure, liver and intestinal disorders, arthritis, vision problems, behavioral issues related to cognitive disorders, and dental disease. Fortunately, today there are many ways we can treat these conditions, improving your pet’s well-being and quality of life! Proper nutrition and a regular exercise plan, tailored to an older animal’s needs and abilities, can also be of great benefit to their health.
- Periodontal Disease TreatmentPeriodontal disease is the most prevalent ailment of dogs and cats. In fact, more than 85% of dogs and cats over 4 years of age have some degree of periodontal disease! It starts out as a bacterial film called plaque, which eventually hardens into tartar. Tartar build-up on the animal’s teeth initially causes bad breath; however, if left untreated, this will progress into a disease process that leads to tooth decay, tooth loss, pain, bleeding gums, and the growth of harmful bacteria. This bacteria then spreads throughout your pet’s body, leading to damage of the heart, lungs, kidneys and liver.
- Cancer Treatment
- Wound and Fracture CareFeline Leukemia (FeLV) is a virus that suppresses a cat’s immune system. There is currently no cure for feline leukemia. The virus is transmitted by a mother cat to her kittens if the mother is infected, or by bite wounds from another cat infected with the virus (for example, stray or feral cats.) This vaccine is recommended if your kitten will be spending time outdoors unattended; if it interacts with or has exposure to known FeLV positive cats in your household; or is around other cats or kittens that go outdoors. If you are unsure if your kitten will have access to the outdoors, the FeLV vaccine should definitely be discussed with your veterinarian.
- Poisoning Treatment
- Veterinary SurgeryWe offer a wide range of medical, dental, and surgical services, as well as a variety of dog & cat foods and other pet products. Check out the SERVICES link above for more details, and feel free to call or email us with any questions. We hope that you will find our website enjoyable and informative, so take a look around. We’re glad you’re here!
- Declawing
- Spaying and NeuteringNeutering – the removal of both the male animal’s testicles – refers to the surgical procedure performed on male dogs and cats to prevent the ability to reproduce.
- Laboratory ServicesOur hospital is equipped with a complete diagnostic laboratory that allows us to measure several laboratory values, with results often available in a few minutes. Any tests that cannot be performed at our hospital is sent out to one of several independent veterinary diagnostic laboratories throughout the country.
- X-Ray
- Dental RadiologyThe veterinary technician will probe all of your pet’s teeth to look for pockets into the gum line, which indicates more serious disease. The technician will evaluate each tooth, looking for any evidence of fractures, nerve exposure, or decay. If there is evidence of any of these abnormalities, digital dental x-rays will be recommended to determine the health of the teeth’s structure below the gums.
- MicrochippingPets frequently become lost. Tracking them down can be difficult, and many times they lose their collars while they’re out and about. Never fear, microchips are available! These chips are small devices that your veterinarian implants under your pet’s skin to serve as a permanent identification device.
- Grooming
- Senior Pet CareTo learn more about health care for your sweet senior, you can visit the AVMA’s webpage on Senior Pet Care, or download one of our Senior Wellness Info forms below. Please feel free to call our office at any time with questions, we’re happy to be of service!