Pet Medical Services

Your pet can develop glaucoma. This is a condition in which the fluid pressure inside the eye increases to a point where the optic nerve is damaged, causing loss of vision and blindness. Glaucoma is relatively common in animals and can develop as your pet ages – this is known as chronic glaucoma – or as the result of an injury or illness – which is known as acute glaucoma.

In many cases glaucoma can progress quite rapidly, especially when it is the result of injury or underlying illness. This can be considered an emergency situation.

Glaucoma symptoms are:

• Redness in the eye
• Tearing or discharge
• Eye sensitivity to light
• Pain
• The eye may look cloudy
• Bulging eyeball

A routine glaucoma exam is not only an effective screening measure for chronic and acute glaucoma, but can also help set a baseline measurement for your pet. Setting a baseline measurement is important because normal Intraocular Pressure (IOP) can vary between species, breeds and even individual pets.

We use an instrument called a TONOPEN to measure the fluid pressure inside your pet’s eyes. It is a noninvasive procedure and should not cause your pet any pain or discomfort. We will apply a mild anesthetic eye-drop to ensure your pet is comfortable during the exam.

The examination is quick and once done, we will explain your pet’s measurement, what it tells us about the health of your pet’s eyes, and provide any treatment options if necessary.

Other eye conditions that may be recognized include

Dry eye which causes chronic corneal damage, thick discharge from the eyes, and secondary infections. Many breeds can be predisposed with this condition.

Entropion or Ectropion- a rolling inward or outward of the edges of the eyelids causing trauma to the cornea.

Eyelid masses- treated early, these masses can possibly be cured and not lead to disfigurement of the eyelid.

Corneal trauma and ulcerations

Inflammation in the eye (uveitis) which can signal a severe underlying medical condition.

If left untreated, skin and allergy-related conditions can fester and become serious health concerns for your pet.

It is important to be able to identify the first signs and symptoms of allergies and dermatological conditions.

These include:

• Inflamed ears
• Hotspots, especially those that recur
• Scratching or rubbing the eyes or mouth area
• Flaking
• Lesions on the skin
• Hair loss
• Red itchy bumps on the skin
• Asthma-like wheezing or respiratory issues

All of these can indicate a serious dermatological condition or allergic reaction to allergens such as fleas, pollen, dust and various foods. If you notice any of these issues it is important that you bring your pet in for an evaluation because if left untreated they can become severe medical concerns.

We will take the time to explain your pet’s condition, how to prevent future occurrences, and the proper method of home treatment.

[X-rays] are extremely helpful for examining and monitoring many medical and surgical conditions, including your pet’s bones, lungs, heart, abdomen, oral cavity and other areas of the body. An X-ray can spot a fractured bone, detect tumors, help with the diagnosis of changes in the lungs due to heartworm disease, or locate an obstruction or foreign body in your pet’s intestine or stomach.

When used in conjunction with other diagnostic procedures, X-rays can help make diagnosing a problem more rapid. This allows for a quicker treatment of your pets condition.

We use latest X-ray technologies and we are up-to-date on the latest radiographic procedures. Our high-detail X-rays can be read by our veterinarians or can be sent for consult with the veterinary radiologist interpretation.

We know that the anxiety you experience when waiting for your pet’s diagnosis is often more unpleasant than the diagnosis itself. Diagnosing emergent internal health issues (as well as providing high quality preventive care) requires the ability to perform a wide range of laboratory tests. We have the capability of performing following tests in house :

• Fungal cultures
• Blood chemistry
• Complete Blood Count
• Thyroid Testing
• Complete Urinalysis
• Parvovirus snap test
• Heartworm testing
• FeLV/FIV/HW snap testing for felines
• Fecal analysis
• Skin slide analysis for dermatitis
• Ear swab cytology
• Fluid analysis and cytology
• Pancreatic testing (CPL)

We also use our lab to properly evaluate your pet's case before administering anesthesia. This will help us avoid any unnecessary complications or reactions.

Quick and accurate results are two of the best services we can provide to you.

In numerous acute or chronic conditions, medication is required to cure or alleviate symptoms. Timely and convenient access to these medications is an essential aspect of caring for your pet. For these reasons, we maintain a comprehensive pharmacy.

You’ll receive the correct medication at the right dosage. Each medication we prescribe becomes part of your pet’s medical record, which reduces the chance of errors and enhances our ability to monitor its use and the outcome for your pet.

We carry an extensive inventory of veterinary pharmaceutical items, supplies, and medications and can now provide many custom-compounded pharmaceuticals, such as flavored liquids. If needed, many drugs are available as chewable treats and transdermal gels. These special preparations are beneficial for pets who are difficult to medicate.

Refills are easy, too, give us a call we will have them ready for you promptly. Purchasing the medications your pet needs from Healing Care Animal Hospital ensures the manufacturer's guarantee and support.