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SERVICES
We are specialists when it comes to keeping your pet in top shape and ensuring small troubles don’t turn into large ones as your pets age.
Our comprehensive wellness care and preventive medicine services are designed to catch potential health issues early and maintain your pet's overall well-being. Regular check-ups and preventive treatments can help avoid serious health problems down the road and keep your furry friends in peak condition.
Our comprehensive wellness care and preventive medicine services are designed to catch potential health issues early and maintain your pet's overall well-being. Regular check-ups and preventive treatments can help avoid serious health problems down the road and keep your furry friends in peak condition.
Our Wellness Care and Preventive Services Include:
- Annual Wellness Exams: Thorough physical examinations to monitor your pet's health and detect any changes early.
- Vaccinations: Customized vaccination schedules to protect against common and contagious diseases.
- Microchipping: Help ensure your pet finds its way back to you if they ever go for a walkabout.
- Parasite Prevention and Control: Effective treatments to protect your pet from fleas, ticks, heartworms, and other parasites.
- Dental Care: Regular dental check-ups and cleanings to prevent periodontal disease and maintain oral health.
- Nutritional Counseling: Personalized diet plans to meet your pet's specific needs and support a healthy lifestyle.
- Weight Management: Strategies to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, reducing the risk of obesity-related conditions.
- Behavioral Consultations: Advice and support for addressing behavioral issues and promoting positive behaviors.
- Senior Pet Care: Specialized care plans for aging pets to ensure their comfort and health in their golden years.
We pride ourselves on providing cutting-edge surgical services that prioritize your pet's comfort, safety, and well-being. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with the latest technology and staffed by a team of highly skilled and experienced veterinary surgeons.
We offer a wide range of surgical services, from routine procedures such as spays, neuters, and soft tissue surgeries, to more complex operations like tumor removals and emergency surgeries such as gastrointestinal surgery.
In addition to these traditional services, we also specialize in advanced orthopedic procedures including cruciate ligament surgeries (TPLO and Extracapsular repair), fracture repair and management, and rhinoscopy.
We offer a wide range of surgical services, from routine procedures such as spays, neuters, and soft tissue surgeries, to more complex operations like tumor removals and emergency surgeries such as gastrointestinal surgery.
In addition to these traditional services, we also specialize in advanced orthopedic procedures including cruciate ligament surgeries (TPLO and Extracapsular repair), fracture repair and management, and rhinoscopy.
Specific surgeries include:
- Spay/Neuter Surgery: A surgical procedure to sterilize your pet, preventing unwanted breeding and reducing the risk of certain health issues, such as uterine infections and testicular cancer.
- Soft Tissue Surgery: A general term for surgical procedures that involve non-bony tissues, such as skin, muscles, and organs, often used to repair injuries, remove tumors, or correct congenital defects.
- Tumor Removal Surgery: A surgical procedure to remove abnormal growths, such as benign or malignant tumors, to prevent further growth and potential harm to your pet's health.
- Emergency Surgery: Urgent surgical procedures performed to address life-threatening conditions, such as intestinal blockages, bleeding, or severe injuries.
- Orthopedic Surgery: Surgical procedures to repair or reconstruct musculoskeletal disorders, such as TPLOs, extracapsular repairs and fracture repair and stabilization to improve your pet's mobility and quality of life.
- C-Section (Cesarean Section): A surgical delivery procedure performed when a natural birth is not possible, ensuring the safe delivery of puppies or kittens.
- Dental Surgery: Surgical procedures to address dental issues, such as tooth extractions, gum disease, and oral tumors, to maintain your pet's oral health.
- Gastrointestinal Surgery: Surgical procedures to address issues related to the digestive system, such as intestinal blockages, foreign body removal, and biopsy collection.
Your pet’s oral health is a significant driver of their overall health. Tartar and plaque buildup, tooth root infections, fractured or dying teeth, and gingivitis (inflammation of gum tissue) are common diseases in pets.
Though pets are often stoic when faced with dental disease, these conditions can lead to pain and inflammation that can travel through the blood to affect internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, and heart over time. As a bonus, many pets have increased energy and youthfulness following dental cleanings.
Our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital is equipped with the latest technology, including a CT scanner to allow for a 3D visualization of your pet's skull, to ensure accurate diagnoses and treatment plans tailored to your pet's unique needs.
Though pets are often stoic when faced with dental disease, these conditions can lead to pain and inflammation that can travel through the blood to affect internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, and heart over time. As a bonus, many pets have increased energy and youthfulness following dental cleanings.
Our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital is equipped with the latest technology, including a CT scanner to allow for a 3D visualization of your pet's skull, to ensure accurate diagnoses and treatment plans tailored to your pet's unique needs.
Complete oral health assessments and treatments at Sierra Veterinary Hospital include the following:
- Pre-operative examination: A complete physical examination to ensure your pet is healthy for anesthesia (and surgery, if needed).
- Pre-operative labwork: A laboratory analysis to gauge the health of internal organs, especially those that process medicines used for anesthesia.
- Anesthesia: To allow for thorough dental cleaning, even beneath the gum line. We use both digital multi-parameter and analog monitoring throughout all procedures.
- Skull 3D CT Scan: 3D, specialist-level scan of the entire skull to view skull anatomy at extreme detail, ensuring infected teeth are treated to relieve pain and improve oral health. The gold standard for clear assessment of the entirety of the skull including sinuses, nasal cavity, and inner ear. This also serves as a vital cancer screening tool.
- Thorough oral exam and dental charting: To assess for presence of oral abnormalities and pocketing around teeth that may indicate dental disease or infection.
- Professional ultrasonic scaling: Ultrasonic scaler gently removes tartar and plaque, killing bacteria throughout the mouth and ensuring no pockets of infection are left untreated.
- Professional low-speed polishing: Polishes the teeth to ensure that plaque will not adhere as readily, allowing the teeth to stay cleaner for longer.
- Surgical tooth extractions: All infected teeth that warrant extraction are surgically extracted using local anesthetic and state-of-the-art instruments to ensure patients spend less time under anesthesia.
At Sierra Veterinary Hospital, we're dedicated to providing top-notch emergency veterinary care for your beloved pets. Our innovative hospital is equipped with the latest technology and staffed by a team of experienced, compassionate veterinarians who are always ready to respond to your pet's emergency needs.
In the event of a veterinary emergency, every minute counts. Our emergency services are designed to provide prompt, effective care for a wide range of conditions, including traumatic injuries, sudden illnesses, respiratory distress, cardiac emergencies, and more. Our team of experts works tirelessly to stabilize your pet's condition, diagnose the underlying cause, and develop a personalized treatment plan to ensure the best possible outcome.
In the event of a veterinary emergency, every minute counts. Our emergency services are designed to provide prompt, effective care for a wide range of conditions, including traumatic injuries, sudden illnesses, respiratory distress, cardiac emergencies, and more. Our team of experts works tirelessly to stabilize your pet's condition, diagnose the underlying cause, and develop a personalized treatment plan to ensure the best possible outcome.
Specific emergencies include:
- Seizures: Sudden, uncontrolled convulsions that can be life-threatening if not addressed promptly, requiring immediate veterinary attention to identify and manage the underlying cause.
- Difficulty Breathing: Labored breathing, rapid breathing, or inability to breathe, indicating a potentially life-threatening respiratory emergency that requires urgent veterinary care.
- Severe Vomiting or Diarrhea, Dehydration: Persistent, severe gastrointestinal symptoms leading to dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and potentially life-threatening complications if left untreated.
- Trauma or Injury: Severe wounds, fractures, or internal damage caused by accidents, fights, or other traumatic events, requiring immediate veterinary attention to prevent further harm.
- Sudden Paralysis: Acute loss of mobility or paralysis, potentially caused by spinal cord injuries, strokes, or other neurological emergencies, requiring urgent veterinary care to diagnose and manage the underlying condition.
- Eye Emergencies: Sudden blindness, severe eye pain, or visible eye injuries, requiring immediate veterinary attention to prevent permanent vision loss or other complications.
- Severe Allergic Reactions: Acute, life-threatening allergic reactions causing symptoms such as difficulty breathing, rapid heartbeat, or collapse, requiring urgent veterinary care to administer emergency treatment.
- Heatstroke: Elevated body temperature caused by exposure to high temperatures or exercise, potentially leading to life-threatening organ damage if not promptly addressed.
- Snake Bites: Venomous bites causing pain, swelling, bruising, and potentially life-threatening systemic symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, and difficulty breathing, requiring immediate veterinary attention to administer antivenom and manage symptoms.
Note: If you suspect a veterinary emergency, always err on the side of caution and seek immediate veterinary attention.
Our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital is equipped with the latest technology to provide for accurate diagnosis of conditions your pet may experience. Our team of highly-trained and experienced veterinary practitioners are equipped to focus in on whatever ailment your pet may be experiencing.
Our advanced diagnostic offerings include:
- NewTom 7G CT Scanner (computed tomography): This state of the art machine allows for 3D images of the entire body to view anatomy at extreme detail, ensuring accurate diagnosis of a wide range of conditions. The gold standard for clear assessment of the body.
- Ultrasound: Ultrasonic waves penetrate tissues in a safe manner to allow for visualization of the internal organs, muscles, gastrointestinal tract, and chest. Often able to be performed without sedation, allowing for detailed diagnosis at the time of your visit. We often use our ultrasound to assess the urinary tract and collect urine samples in a sterile manner.
- Digital Radiographs (Xrays): Radiographs are frequently used at Sierra Veterinary Hospital to assess the body cavities of patients. Radiographs excel at diagnosing abnormalities with the chest, abdomen, and bones. They also provide a excellent overview to see whether additional diagnostics are necessary. If your pet has a limp or is vomiting, our doctors may recommend radiographs to further assess their condition.
- Digital Dental Radiographs (Xrays): Although we use our CT scanner for the majority of our dental patients, our dental xray unit is excellent for assessing oral health in a detailed manner, allowing for focused assessment of specific areas. It is also useful for our exotic patients whose size may be better suited for a focused xray beam.
- In-House Laboratory: We have a comprehensive laboratory to allow for the rapid diagnosis of urgent and emergent conditions, as well as when you'd simply rather not wait for results. Our laboratory is equipped with modern blood machines, digital and manual microscopes, centrifuges, and rapid tests for a variety of conditions.
- Rhinoscopy: This procedure involves the examination of the nasal passage with a thin cylindrical camera, allowing for the assessment of the fine, fragile tissues of the nose. We often perform rhinoscopy while searching for grass seeds and other foreign objects in the nasal cavity. This is also an important imaging modality for cancer screening.
- Laparoscopy: Used with minimally invasive surgeries, laparoscopy allows for the visualization of the abdomen via camera. Minimally invasive surgeries allow for surgery via a very small incision, reducing blood loss and healing time. It is also useful for active dogs who have trouble with activity restrictions during recovery from conventional surgery.
At our veterinary hospital, we’re dedicated to enhancing the lives of senior pets and their families through compassionate and personalized care. Our services are tailored to address the unique needs of aging pets, including pain management, quality-of-life evaluations, and tailored health plans, all designed to keep your pet comfortable and happy. We aim to ensure your beloved pet’s later years are as fulfilling as possible.
Our senior pet care team is highly experienced in providing guidance on managing age-related conditions like arthritis, cognitive decline, and chronic illnesses. We take a comprehensive approach to identify the best treatments for your pet’s specific needs, promoting a gentle and dignified experience.
Our senior pet care team is highly experienced in providing guidance on managing age-related conditions like arthritis, cognitive decline, and chronic illnesses. We take a comprehensive approach to identify the best treatments for your pet’s specific needs, promoting a gentle and dignified experience.
We understand that caring for a senior pet can be an emotional journey. That’s why we offer compassionate support to pet owners, providing them with resources, tips, and a listening ear. With us, your pet will receive loving care from professionals who value and understand the deep bond you share.
- Quality-of-Life Assessments: Evaluating your pet’s comfort and well-being to tailor a suitable care plan.
- Pain Management: Providing medications and therapies to ease age-related discomfort.
- Nutritional Counseling: Offering diet plans for optimal health in your pet’s senior years.
- Cognitive Support: Strategies and treatments for pets experiencing age-related cognitive changes.
- Chronic Condition Management: Ongoing care for issues like arthritis, diabetes, or kidney disease.
- Mobility Assistance: Support for maintaining your pet's movement and flexibility with exercise plans and assistive devices. Recommendations for rehabilitation services that may assist your pet to get around, pain-free.
- Compassionate End-of-Life Guidance: Support and guidance to help make difficult decisions with empathy and respect.
Our hospital integrates alternative medicine with traditional veterinary care to promote healing, reduce pain, and improve mobility for pets. Using non-invasive therapies like acupuncture, hydrotherapy, and cold laser treatments, we help pets recover from injuries, manage chronic pain, and enhance their physical capabilities. Our experienced team carefully tailors each plan, whether for post-surgery recovery or ongoing pain management, ensuring gentle, effective results.
Dr. Bellgrau is experienced in acupuncture, which is a vital tool for reducing pain and ensuring recovery from many conditions such as chronic pain, cancer, chronic skin lesions, metabolic diseases, and arthritis.
Dr. Bellgrau is experienced in acupuncture, which is a vital tool for reducing pain and ensuring recovery from many conditions such as chronic pain, cancer, chronic skin lesions, metabolic diseases, and arthritis.
Alternative Medicine & Rehabilitation Services:
- Veterinary Acupuncture: A safe, effective method for pain relief and stress reduction, enhancing blood flow and promoting the release of endorphins to aid recovery and reduce inflammation.
- Underwater Treadmill Therapy: Hydrotherapy for reduced-impact exercise, providing buoyancy to ease joint strain while strengthening muscles, ideal for pets recovering from surgery or those with arthritis.
- Cold Laser Therapy: A therapeutic laser treatment to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and accelerate tissue healing in chronic conditions, post-surgical wounds, and acute injuries.
- Customized Physical Rehabilitation Plans: Individualized rehabilitation exercises to improve strength, mobility, and flexibility tailored to each pet’s needs and recovery goals.
- Post-Surgical and Injury Rehabilitation: Targeted exercises, stretching, and supportive therapies to safely expedite healing and prevent complications.
Our veterinary hospital provides comprehensive boarding services to ensure pets are safe, comfortable, and well-cared for during your time away. With a dedicated team of trained professionals, our facility is designed to provide a homelike experience that meets each pet’s physical and emotional needs.
We focus on creating a relaxed, enjoyable environment for pets of all ages, while also being equipped to handle any medical or dietary requirements. Our staff members are attentive, ensuring every pet receives affection, engagement, and the best in personalized care.
Our boarding services combine attentive care, comfort, and veterinary expertise, so you can travel with confidence knowing your pet is in a trusted environment.
We focus on creating a relaxed, enjoyable environment for pets of all ages, while also being equipped to handle any medical or dietary requirements. Our staff members are attentive, ensuring every pet receives affection, engagement, and the best in personalized care.
Our boarding services combine attentive care, comfort, and veterinary expertise, so you can travel with confidence knowing your pet is in a trusted environment.
Boarding services offered:
- Comfortable Accommodations: Spacious, climate-controlled kennels with cozy bedding, designed for restful sleep and relaxation.
- Daily Exercise and Playtime: Walks and monitored play sessions tailored to each pet’s energy level and exercise needs, providing mental and physical stimulation.
- Medication Management: Skilled staff administer medications and follow health routines for pets with special requirements, ensuring continuity of care.
- Veterinary Oversight: On-site veterinary supervision for health monitoring and immediate care if needed, providing peace of mind for pets with ongoing medical needs.
- Customized Feeding Plans: Personalized feeding schedules to match each pet’s diet and nutritional preferences, with premium food options or owner-provided meals.
- Grooming and Hygiene: Optional grooming services, including bathing, nail trimming, and brushing, to keep pets clean and comfortable during their stay.
- Socialization Opportunities: Carefully supervised social play or quiet bonding time with staff, customized to each pet’s comfort level.
Our veterinary hospital offers specialized grooming for pets with unique needs, focusing on comfort and safety. We provide grooming services, including full-body shaves, particularly suited for pets who may find traditional grooming challenging. Our trained staff ensures a calm environment and works closely with each pet to ensure a gentle and stress-free experience.
Grooming services include:
- Full-Body Shaves: Ideal for pets with matted fur or difficult grooming needs.
- Gentle Handling: Skilled techniques for pets with anxiety or health challenges.
- Veterinary Support: Health monitoring during grooming for added safety.
- Comfort-Focused Environment: A calming space tailored for sensitive pets.