- Dental CareWhen necessary, we recommend a COHAT (acronym for Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment). As the name implies, this is more than just a cosmetic dental cleaning. A COHAT involves a thorough exam of the oral cavity, ultrasound scaling and polishing of the teeth, and full mouth intra-oral radiographs (x-rays). Following this assessment, the doctor is able to determine if the tooth roots and bone surrounding the teeth are healthy and if further treatment is recommended. During the past 10 years of routinely performing dental radiographs, we have come to greatly appreciate their value. Contrary to expectations that animals with moderate to severe dental disease would stop eating or vocally express their discomfort, they may simply sleep more or become less active, signs often attributed to normal aging. We have repeatedly found teeth with healthy appearing crowns, but diseased roots, which would have been invisible without radiographs. We frequently hear how much more active and happier patients become once the source of disease is removed.
- Vaccination
- Nutritional Counseling
- Comprehensive ExaminationThe importance of routine dental care is often under appreciated in the long term health and well being of our animal companions. Like humans, dogs and cats are susceptible to plaque build up, periodontal disease, and various forms of tooth decay. These problems may not be apparent until signs of advanced disease, such as loose or abscessed teeth are evident. Home dental care, including regular brushing and appropriate chew treats, plays a vital role in maintaining clean teeth and healthy gums. Routine physical exams include inspection of the teeth, gums, and visible portions of the mouth and throat.
- Parasites Treatment and Control
- Pain Management
- Skin Condition and Allergy Treatment
- Arthritis TreatmentChronic pain, in particular, is usually attributed to multiple factors. For example, achy joints due to osteoarthritis may be associated with stiffness resulting from lack of lubrication and cushioning, as well as pain due to inflammation. Compensating for a weak or painful limb places excessive stress on other parts of the body, often causing back pain due to muscle spasm or leading to overuse injuries elsewhere.
- Heart Disease TreatmentTo properly accomplish this type of assessment in our canine and feline patients, general anesthesia is required. We recognize that this may be a source of concern, particularly for those with geriatric animals. While anesthesia is not without risk, we make every effort to minimize the risk through careful pre anesthesia screening to evaluate organ function (blood panels and ECG, if indicated) as well as close monitoring of our patients during and after recovery from anesthesia.
- Periodontal Disease Treatment
- Cancer TreatmentWe offer a broad spectrum of therapeutic modalities ranging from nutritional supplements, acupuncture, and herbs, to surgery, conventional pharmaceuticals and chemotherapy. We also utilize high power laser therapy, pulsed electromagnetic therapy, hydrotherapy with an underwater treadmill, and stem cell therapy.
- Veterinary SurgeryHealing Spirit Animal Wellness Center provides integrative medical care to cats, dogs, and rabbits. We offer a broad range of medical, dental and surgical services, complementary and alternative therapies, including acupuncture, chiropractic, herbal medicine, and homeopathy. We have an expanded in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, and ultrasound imaging to guide diagnosis and help us provide the most appropriate treatment. We are dedicated to delivering individualized care to best meet the needs of each patient in a calm, tranquil environment.
- Spaying and NeuteringAt Healing Spirit Animal Wellness Center we perform most routine soft tissue surgeries including spay and neuter procedures, mass excisions, gastrointestinal and urogenital surgeries. When patients require neurosurgery, orthopedic procedures, or more complex soft tissue surgery, we will suggest and arrange for referral to a board certified surgeon at an appropriate specialty center so that your companion can receive the best care possible.
- Laboratory ServicesDiagnostic testing is performed to help identify the cause of illness, as well as to screen for early evidence of disease before it might otherwise be apparent. We routinely perform blood tests to evaluate organ function, test for infectious diseases, screen for allergies, and measure antibody levels against certain viruses to avoid unnecessary vaccination.
- X-Ray