Our Services

All Services

• BATHING

  Treat your pet to a luxurious bath. Our special, cleansing baths remove dirt, debris and that doggie pet odor – your pet will feel fresh and revitalized. If scratching is a problem, our medicated baths contain soothing agents that stop the itching. Services also include nail trim and ear cleaning.

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• BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE

  Illness doesn't always have a physical cause. When a behavioral disorder such as separation anxiety and obsessive/compulsive disorder is suspected, our veterinarian is available to discuss your pets behavior with you, to help determine the possible cause of it, and then develop a treatment regimen specifically for your pet. A board certified veterinary behavior specialist is available for phone consultation and/or referral of any pet with problems that do not respond as expected to initial treatment plans.

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• BOARDING

  Pets are like our children – we feed, nurture and lavish attention on them. Our highly qualified staff does the same when you can't be there. We provide tender loving care (such as brushing and cuddling), and supervised outdoor playtime to keep them happy and active.

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• DAY CARE

  Is your pet unhappy or lonely while you're at work? Give your companion the personal attention he or she deserves throughout the day. We offer the same TLC and playtime offered to our longer-term guests.

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• DENTAL CARE

  Regular professional cleaning is important to maintaining your pet's teeth. Dental disease is the most common disease that affects our pets regardless of their age group. If left untreated, dental disease can be a significant contributor to other life-threatening diseases such as heart disease and kidney failure. Our dental technicians use modern, safe, state-of-the-art piezo-electric scaling to gently but thoroughly clean each tooth  - above and below the gum line.  We then polish teeth to create a smooth, lustrous tooth surface more resistant to plaque buildup. Fluoride treatments help strengthen enamel and reduce tooth sensitivity. Diseased teeth are evaluated and treated based on the degree of damage visible above the surface and, when indicated, the damage revealed on dental x-rays.  Advanced dental procedures such as root canals, caps, braces and endodontic surgery is referred to and performed by a board certified veterinary dental specialist when needed.

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• EMERGENCY AND CRITICAL CARE

  In any emergency, seconds count. Our experienced staff is trained to quickly assess and respond to emergencies, and can skillfully administer the "ABC"s of basic life support – Airway, Breathing, Circulation/Cardiac compressions when emergent situations present. Our hospital is stocked and equipped for emergencies during regular business hours. In addition, we utilize the services of a local, fully staffed emergency center for after hour emergencies.

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• FULL-SERVICE DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY

  One of the major challenges of veterinary medicine is diagnosing and treating a sick patient that is unable to put into words exactly what they are feeling or precisely what hurts. When your pet is ill, having your pet's laboratory test results quickly can be not only convenient, but often times  a real life saver. Our in-house diagnostic laboratory can save valuable time by providing quality information regarding your pets complete blood cell count, blood chemistry and electrolyte status in a timely manner, often within 30 minutes. Our capabilities extend to include in-house screening for diseases such as Cushing's and Addison's disease, as well as testing for infectious diseases like parvovirus, feline leukemia, feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), and heartworm disease. Our staff is capable of handling intestinal parasite testing, urine analysis, and differential cell counts for blood testing. For more the uncommon and extensive diagnostic testing requirements, as well as histological identification of types of growths a pet may have, we have arrangements with a nationally-renown veterinary diagnostic laboratory that picks up samples from our hospital on a daily basis and can often provide us with the test results within 24 hours.

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• FULLY STOCKED PHARMACY

  We stock a wide range of the best veterinary drugs in the animal healthcare field. Our in-house pharmacy offers the latest and most commonly used prescription medications, as well as varying nutritional supplements, heartworm prevention for dogs and cats, and flea/tick prevention medication. For hard-to-find drugs, obscure medications requiring special dose sizes, or for formulation of a medication into a flavored liquid or treat specific to your pet's taste, we utilize the services of VetCentric Pharmacy and can have these medications delivered directly to your home.

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• HOSPICE/EUTHANASIA SERVICES

  Saying goodbye to a long-time friend is painful. We work with clients to ensure their pet's comfort and dignity. Our services also include taking care of the remains as directed by the client's needs or desires.

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• IMMUNIZATION AND WELLNESS CARE

  We strive to prevent illness whenever possible. The time and effort invested in Wellness programs has rewards for both pets and owners. Our Wellness programs are designed specifically for your pet and include: Comprehensive physical exam; internal parasite testing; heartworm and flea control; vaccination program; spay and neuter package; and specialized blood tests for all life stages.

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• INTERNAL MEDICINE

  We cover all areas of internal medicine, including: Cardiology; Ophthalmology; Neurology; Dermatology; Gastroenterology; Orthopedics; Oncology; Endocrinology; among others.

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• MICROCHIPPING

  Microchips have helped reunite thousands of pets with their families. We offer the most widely used microchip products to increase the chances of a safe recovery. This is a quick procedure that can be performed during a rountine wellness examination.

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• NUTRITIONAL COUNSELING

  Some pets require special food, and all pets benefit from a balanced diet. Our trained and certified staff is available to help you choose the right diet for your pet to keep him or her happy, healthy and active. Our hospital recommends the Hill's Science Diet products and routinely stock a variety of over-the-counter and prescription diets. We are also capable of special ordering specific brands of diets that may be needed for pets with special nutritional requirements.

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• PAIN MANAGEMENT

  Veterinary patients feel pain and discomfort under the same circumstances as people do. We know that recognizing and alleviating pain in animals is the essence of good patient care. The staff at River Ridge Veterianry Hospital prides itself in pain prevention and management. We consult with each client when a potentially painful procedure is scheduled to be performed on their pet. We provide recommendations regarding  pain blocking medication before the painful event occurs, as well for pain management medications during and after the painful event occurs. We offer a full line of pain medication that can be administered by owners at home after a surgery or injury, to make sure the animal's healing process is as comfortable as possible.

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• RADIOLOGY

  Radiology – or X-rays – help our veterinarians identify and evaluate muscular-skeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, reproductive and urinary systems. Radiographs are made of your pet using our state-of-the-art InnoVet Select radiology suite and film processor, and our techniques are guided by the ImageFirst system, ensuring the best quality image available.

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• SURGERY

  We offer the most advanced surgical techniques and technology. All patients are carefully screened for safety, and anesthetics are specifically tailored to your pet. Pre-anesthetic blood panels can be performed immediately before any surgery in order to reduce the risk of anesthesia to your pet by identifying any pre-existing complicating conditions. Intravenous catheter placement and fluid therapy is required for all non-elective surgery and recommended for elective surgery to provide immediate access to your pet's vascular system as well as to maintain proper blood pressure and hydration for the duration of the anesthetic event. Surgical services and facilities include: a state-of-the-art sterile veterinary operatory room, fully trained veterinary and technical staff to ensure the safest, most efficient, surgical procedures for your pet; heated surgery tables for greater comfort; advanced preoperative preparation and sterilization techniques; ECG, body temperature, respiration  and oxygen saturation monitors throughout the anesthetic and surgical procedure; intensive after-surgery care; and board certified surgeons available for consultation and referral when necessary.

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