- Dental CareWe offer several different services in pet dental care. Dr. Fondren has a special interest in dentistry and is a member of the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS).
- VaccinationThe series of vaccinations ensures a good level of immunity in a young puppy or kitten. Once they are grown, they will need vaccine boosters but will not need to repeat the series.
- Veterinary OphthalmologyAnother informative eye test we use at Fondren Pet Care is for glaucoma, where we test for intraocular pressure, or the pressure of the fluid behind the eye, using a Tonometer, an eye-pressure pen designed solely for use with animals. Glaucoma, or high eye pressure, occurs because of genetics, trauma, and age.
- Nutritional CounselingCornstalk — Cats: dilated pupils, breathing difficulty, abdominal pain, increased heart rate and drooling. Cats and dogs: vomiting, depression, loss of appetite, drooling, weakness
- Comprehensive ExaminationPuppies and kittens receive vaccines at approximately eight, 12, and 16 weeks. Find out what is involved in a regular pet-wellness exam.
- Parasites Treatment and ControlFleas and ticks can not only cause your pet to be infected and itchy, but they can also transmit serious diseases. Call our office today for information about the newest flea- and tick-control medication for your pet or visit our online store.
- Behavioral Disorder TreatmentCanine distemper virus (CDV) is a contagious disease that affects the respiratory tract, the gastrointestinal tract, and the central nervous system, including the brain and spinal cord. In addition to dogs, CDV infects other species as well such as coyotes, foxes, raccoons, ferrets, minks, and skunks. Young dogs are more susceptible to the virus than more mature dogs. For dogs that become affected with CDV but survive, longstanding immunity usually results, but this immunity typically declines with time.
- Pain ManagementLLLT therapy is 100% non-invasive, meaning not only does it not hurt your pet, but he or she won’t even need to be sedated or have their fur trimmed. It has the additional benefit of being drug free, non-surgical, and a safe means of providing lasting pain relief.
- Vomiting Treatment
- Diarrhea TreatmentCanine parvovirus (CPV, or parvo) is a relatively new disease that first struck the canine population in 1978. The classic signs are vomiting and bloody diarrhea. Because of the severity of the disease and its rapid spread through the canine population, CPV has aroused a great deal of public interest. The virus that causes it is very similar to feline distemper, and the two diseases are almost identical, leading to speculation that the canine virus is a mutation of the feline virus; however, that has never been proven.
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentIcterus, also known as jaundice or yellow jaundice, is a condition in which a yellow pigment is found in the blood and tissues. It is most easily seen in the gums, the white part of the eyes (sclerae) and ear flaps (pinnae). However, if these areas normally have a dark color, icterus will probably not be seen.
- Upper Respiratory Illness TreatmentOne of the most common conditions affecting domestic animals is allergy. In the allergic state, the immune system “overreacts” to foreign substances (allergens or antigens) to which it is exposed. Those overreactions are manifested in three ways. The most common is itching of the skin, either localized (one area) or generalized (all over the cat). Another manifestation involves the respiratory system and may result in coughing, sneezing, and/or wheezing. Sometimes, there may be an associated nasal or ocular (eye) discharge. The third manifestation involves the digestive system, resulting in vomiting or diarrhea. The specific response that occurs is related to the type of allergy present.
- Injury Treatment
- Leptospirosis TreatmentLeptospirosis is a relatively complex infectious disease in dogs, although it can affect almost all species of warm-blooded animals, including humans.
- Parvovirus Infection Treatment
- Feline Retro Virus TreatmentThe feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), often called feline AIDS, is an infectious disease likened to the human AIDS virus due to their similarities. Fortunately, most viruses are species-specific, as is the case with both human AIDS and FIV.
- Bacterial and Viral Infection TreatmentPyothorax is a bacterial infection that develops in the chest cavity (pleural space), located between the lungs and the chest wall. The presence of bacteria in the chest cavity causes white blood cells and fluid to migrate into the pleural space; eventually, pus begins to accumulate. Fluid in the chest cavity causes a mechanical problem in that it limits the amount of room available for the lungs to expand. As fluid accumulates, the animal tries to compensate by breathing more rapidly. As more and more fluid builds up, the animal is forced to take very shallow breaths. Pain associated with inflammation in the pleural space (pleuritis) may also contribute to shallow breathing. In addition to respiratory difficulties, the infection in the chest releases toxins into the blood stream, which is a further stress on the cat.
- Ear Infection TreatmentFlorida’s warm, humid weather can wreak havoc on your dog or cat’s skin, causing them to need professional dermatological treatment. Fleas, allergies, and ear infections are all more prevalent in our tropical climate. We can provide the information, services, and products you need to keep your pet looking and feeling their best.
- Anal Gland Infection Treatment
- Arthritis Treatment
- Hip Dysplasia TreatmentDefined as a deformity of the hip (coxofemoral) joint that occurs during the growth period, hip dysplasia (HD) is a hereditary condition that creates a poorly fitting hip joint. As the dog walks on the joint, arthritis eventually develops, causing pain. The degree of lameness that occurs is usually dependent upon the extent of arthritic changes in the hip joint.
- Diabetes TreatmentThere are two forms of diabetes in cats and dogs: diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus. Diabetes insipidus is a very rare disorder that results in failure to regulate body water content. The more common type, diabetes mellitus, is a failure of the pancreas to regulate blood sugar. This disease is seen on a fairly regular basis, usually in cats and dogs five years or older. There is a congenital form that occurs in puppies, but this is not common.
- Thyroid Disease TreatmentMany organs are affected by this disease, including the heart. The heart is stimulated to pump faster and more forcefully; eventually, the heart enlarges to meet these increase demands for blood flow. The increased pumping pressure leads to a greater output of blood and high blood pressure. About 80% of cats with hyperthyroidism have high blood pressure. See also: hypothyroidism.
- Knee Problems TreatmentThe kneecap (patella) is normally located in the center of the knee joint, but it can become out of place or dislocated (luxated).
- Heart Disease TreatmentBecause this is a progressive disease, dogs are assigned to one of four stages based on clinical signs, historical findings, and x-ray findings. Stage 1 is the earliest stage of mitral valvular disease, while stage 4, the final stage, is the presence of life-threatening heart failure. See also: dilated cardiomyopathy.
- Kidney Disease TreatmentChronic kidney disease is a relatively common disorder in dogs, especially geriatric ones. It occurs when the kidneys are no longer able to perform their normal function of removing waste products from the blood. This is not the same as the inability to make urine. In fact, most dogs with renal disease produce large volumes of urine. The disparity between the large volume of urine produced and declining kidney function are often a source of confusion for owners.
- Periodontal Disease Treatment
- Veterinary Surgery
- Laser Surgery
- Declawing
- Spaying and NeuteringHistorically, at six months of age. However, the latest research shows that spay and neuter times should be decided based on breed, size, bone/joint development, behavioral issues, anatomical vaginal size, and urinary issues. This will need to be an individual discussion with your veterinarian.
- X-RayRadiographs, more commonly known as x-rays, are the second-most used medical test, after laboratory tests. Our digital radiography system produces low-radiation, high-resolution diagnostic images. This enables us to send those images within seconds for an expert evaluation by a board-certified radiologist.
- Dental RadiologyIt is estimated that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats over the age of two years have some degree of periodontal disease or gingivitis. Fondren Pet Care Center believes that good dental health is key in prevention of not only dental disease but kidney and cardiac disease as well. Our state-of-the-art dental equipment includes digital dental x-ray, high-speed drill, gum therapeutics, and an advanced cardiac monitoring system. We also take extra-special care with our anesthesia process.
- MicrochippingHaving your pet go missing can be incredibly stressful. But if you have your pet microchipped, your odds of being reunited grow substantially. Microchipping is often done at the time of adoption or when your pet is spayed or neutered. However, this is not always the case, so if your adoption papers do not mention a microchip, you might want to consider getting one ASAP.
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