Angel Oak Animal Hospital

Products And Services

• VACCINATIONS

  Immunizations are based on current accepted recommendations, and tailored to each individual patient based on their risks. Puppies and kittens are well boostered to establish adequate immunity. Dr. Rivers uses only the safest made vaccines for cats and dogs, utilizes three-year vaccines when possible, and tries to take a minimalist approach without compromising protection.

• CAT FRIENDLY

  We understand catching, crating, and driving your furry feline to the vet can be a daunting task. The staff Angel Oak Animal Hospital is particularly adept at working with felines of ALL personalities. We handle our kitty friends in a gentle manner, and try to address their special needs. We provide a dedicated cat exam room with a non stainless steel counter, and a “happy hormone” diffuser for their comfort, far away from dogs.

• INTERNAL MEDICINE

  Veterinary medicine encompasses a wide range of disciplines. The entire staff at Angel Oak Animal Hospital is highly proficient in internal medicine, dermatology, ophthalmology, hematology, immunology, endocrinology, cardiology, pharmacology, and toxicology, to name a few. Board certified specialists are available for complex cases or advanced diagnostics.

• IN-HOUSE LABS

  We also routinely utilize the outside laboratory, Antech Diagnostics, for performing both wellness and illness diagnostic testing. Antech Diagnostics is the nation’s premier veterinary diagnostic laboratory and can provide us with rapid results for a wide variety of diseases, including the following types of tests: Bacterial cultures Fungal cultures Comprehensive thyroid panels Tick panels Vaccine titers

• REFERENCE LABORATORY

  We also routinely utilize the outside laboratory, Antech Diagnostics, for performing both wellness and illness diagnostic testing. Antech Diagnostics is the nation’s premier veterinary diagnostic laboratory and can provide us with rapid results for a wide variety of diseases, including the following types of tests: Bacterial cultures Fungal cultures Comprehensive thyroid panels Tick panels Vaccine titers Wellness testing can help catch many conditions early before they become serious illnesses. We highly recommend lab work for pets prior to any anesthetic event and every 6 months for dogs over the age of 7 and cats over the age of 9. Please ask your veterinarian about which tests your pet may need during your pet’s next wellness exam.

• SURGERY

  Elective surgeries such as spaying and neutering, a wide range of soft tissue surgeries, and limited orthopedics are performed in a sterile surgical suite. Your pet is not just a number at Angel Oak Animal Hospital. We value the relationship we have with pet and owner and we want them both to have a positive experience during this stressful time. We insist on a very light surgery schedule so we can cater to the individual needs of each pet to provide a loving and gentle experience with optimal patient outcome. We take our time to let pets acclimate, reassure them if they are nervous, and hold them as they recover. Board certified surgeons are available for consult and complex or advanced procedures.

• WELLNESS

  The goal of our proactive wellness program at Angel Oak Animal Hospital is to maintain homeostasis at a physical, mental, and emotional level for your pet. It is designed to strengthen the companion animal bond, and to promote vitality and longevity. The program is comprehensive and complete, and covers a wide variety of topics from the day you bring your pet home through their golden years. We focus on proactive medicine whose key features are prevention and early disease detection, and has also been shown to improve overall patient outcomes. Prevention is better than the cure!

• ANESTHESIA

  Dr. Rivers and staff understand the anxiety pet owner’s have about their beloved companion going under general anesthesia, so we have taken every step to ensure their safety, and that the benefits far out-weigh the risks. Features include: TWO highly skilled veterinary technicians are assigned to each pet Monitors-temperature, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, EKG Heating pad Short-acting or reversible induction agent for safety & rapid recovery All patients receive IV Fluids All patients are intubated All patients get a pre-anesthetic exam Veterinarian supervised Lab work is highly recommended in patients over 6 years old

• DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHS

  Angel Oak Animal Hospital knows that digital x-rays are a better value than film x-rays for you and your pet. They can be taken faster, the diagnostic quality is greatly improved, and they can be sent to a specialist or radiology consultant for further review if need be

• DROP-OFF APPOINTMENTS

  Angel Oak Animal Hospital tries to accommodate your busy schedule with complimentary drop-off appointments. Please call for information.

• DENTISTRY

  Competent basic and intermediate dentistry is slowly becoming a practice standard and clients SHOULD expect this level of care for their beloved companions. The staff at Angel Oak Animal Hospital is dedicated to tackling dental disease and we have made it the number one priority to ensure optimal pet health and happiness.

• LASER THERAPY

  Manage pain. Reduce inflammation. Speed Recovery. Angel Oak Animal Hospital performs cold laser therapy for many conditions in pets, particularly those with arthritis. Laser therapy uses wavelengths of light at certain frequencies to accelerate the body’s natural healing processes. The laser beam is moved over the skin so that the light energy penetrates the tissue where it interacts with various molecules that cause different biological effects. It provides anti-inflammatory and analgesic benefits for a host of conditions. The benefits of laser therapy are a marked improvement in a patient’s quality of life, and most notably in the reduction of pain and swelling and the increase in mobility.