Complete Health Services

Dental Care

Dental health is a very important part of your pet's overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused, by other health problems. Your pet's teeth and gums should be check at least once a year for early signs of a problem and to keep your pet's mouth healthy. Veterinary dentistry includes cleaning and sometimes extraction of your pet's teeth and all other aspects of oral health care. The process begins with an oral exam of your pet's mouth. Because most dental diseases occurs below the gumline, where you can't see it, a thorough dental cleaning and evaluation are performed under anesthesia. Dental cleaning includes scaling (to remove dental plaque and tartar) and polishing, similar to the process used on your own teeth during your regular dental cleanings.

Diagnostics

Seeing as our patients can't talk, veterinarians need to use a variety of tools to diagnose disease, to monitor progression or response to therapy, and to screen for the presence of underlying disease in apparently healthy animals. At Spruit Veterinary Clinic, our veterinary diagnostics laboratory hosts a wide array of diagnostics tools to quickly assess your pet's health and determine what therapy, if any, is required.

Surgery

In our continuing efforts to offer the highest quality veterinary medicine, we are pleased to provide a wide range of surgical services for our patients, from routine procedures to more complex surgeries. Our staff is highly skilled in performing veterinary surgeries and will make every effort to ensure that your pet receives the very best of care. Our focus on patient safety, pain management, and employing the most current surgical practices is designed to exceed your expectations and put your concerns to rest. Our staff of compassionate, caring professionals will monitor your pet before, during, and after surgery and will take exceptional care to ensure a safe and complete recovery for your pet.

Vaccinations

Vaccines are products designed to trigger protective immune responses and prepare the immune system to fight future infections from disease-causing agents. Vaccines stimulate the immune system's production of antibodies that identify and destroy disease-causing organisms that enter the body. Vaccines provide immunity against one or several diseases that can lessen the severity or prevent certain diseases altogether. Experts agree that widespread use of vaccinations has prevented death and disease in millions of animals. Vaccinations protect your pet from highly contagious and deadly diseases and improve your pet's overall quality of life.

General Medicine

Should your pet experience the sudden onset of illness or injury, whether minor or severe, we are here to help. Our facility is equipped to provide the gold standard in medical care. We also boast a fully stocked pharmacy to offer you the best value while delivering reliable personalized services. We maintain a large inventory of veterinary pharmaceutical products and medications. If your pet needs to be hospitalized , you can rest assured our team will provide the individual medical attention your pet deserves. Your pet's comfort and recovery will be a top priority with our experienced doctor and staff.

Preventative Care

Preventative care is of the utmost importance in maintaining your pet's health for years to come. Our pets age five to seven years every calender year, making physical exams an important part of the early detection of health problems. It is recommended that adult pets (1-7 years of age) receive annual physical examinations and that senior pets (7+ years old) receives a nose-to-tail exam of all body structures every six months.

We'll use these visits to ask questions about your pet's bahaviour, appetite, exercise habits, and regular activities at home. This is also an excellent time for us to discuss any routine diagnostic testing that may benefit your pet or to recommend any vaccinations that may be due. This is also a chance for you to have us address your questions or concerns about your pet. We strive to help you understand your pet's health considerations, and we encourage you to be involved in decisions regarding your pet's health care.