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Jan 26
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Feral Cat Services

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The staff at CCAH takes the care of our feral feline friends and those who care for them very seriously. The treatment of these cats takes not only skill and compassion but also the ability to change how we typically care for our pet cats into a way to safely handle and care for the feral cats without putting staff, owners, or the cats themselves in danger.

We will offer discounted prices for surgical altering, parasite and viral testing as well as vaccinations needed to keep these cats healthy. A few policies are in place that our hospital has adopted to ensure the safety of all concerned:

  1. All cats must be presented in a secure, sturdy small cat-sized crate or humane trap. It is best to drape a towel over the trap or carrier to lessen the cat’s stress.
  2. Cats must be presented SINGLY in the above-mentioned carrier WITHOUT any bedding (no paper, towels, blankets, etc.) so the cat is readily accessible through the cage.
  3. Caregivers must be able to keep cats inside in the crate where they are out of danger as the effects of sedation or full anesthesia can last up to 24 hours.
  4. Please call the office for pricing on what you require for your feral friend.

For assistance with the placement of feral cats, how to safely trap a feral cat, and the benefits of TNR (trap-neuter-release) versus trap and euthanize, please visit these websites: Alley Cat Allies, alleycat.org and CommonSenseForCats.com

Dec 15
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Laser Surgery

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The surgical laser can easily replace a scalpel in several surgical procedures, including dermatology, ophthalmic surgery, and many other specialties. Reduced trauma to tissue, along with the laser’s ability to seal nerve endings and lymphatics as it cuts, results in less post-operative swelling, pain, and discomfort. In addition, laser surgery puts less stress on the pet and often requires less time under anesthesia. Laser surgery is a “no-touch” technique, where the laser tip is held 1-3 mm away from the target tissue without touching it. In addition, the high-intensity laser beam kills bacteria in its path, producing a sanitizing effect. Lasing helps to avoid thermal damage to the surrounding healthy tissues. Reduced risk of infection, less bleeding, swelling, and pain often allows the patient a faster return to normal activities, i.e. eating, drinking, playing, etc. At Critter Care Animal Hospital, we use laser for surgeries inclusive of declaws, nares/palate resections, tumor removals, to name a few.

May 16
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Spaying

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Spaying your pet has many benefits. The procedure, which prevents female animals from becoming pregnant and reproducing, can help your dog or cat live a longer, healthier life. Spaying will not change your pet’s personality.

By spaying your female pet, you’re protecting her against potentially deadly diseases, including bacterial infections, reproductive tract diseases, and several types of cancer. You also won’t have to worry about her going into heat. This means avoiding the mess that often accompanies the heat cycle in female dogs and the pacing and crying that happens with female cats. In addition, spaying your pet will help control the dog and cat overpopulation problem, keeping more animals out of shelters.

Spaying, which involves removing the ovaries and uterus, is a surgical procedure and does need to be performed with the pet under anesthesia. We follow strict protocols and continually monitor your pet’s vital signs to help ensure her safety. Please see the descriptions under Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring for more information on what we do to keep your pet safe.

To set up an appointment to have your pet spayed or to learn more about this procedure, call or visit our clinic. If you are struggling with the decision of whether to spay your pet, please call us so we can discuss your concerns.

May 16
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Neutering

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Neutering your pet has many benefits. The procedure, which prevents male animals from reproducing, can help your dog or cat live a longer, healthier life. Neutering will not change your pet’s personality.

By neutering your pet, you’re reducing or eliminating his risk for prostate and testicular cancer, as well as sexually transmitted diseases. Neutering will also reduce or eliminate undesirable and embarrassing behavior, including roaming, fighting, humping, and spraying. In addition, neutering your pet will help control the dog and cat overpopulation problem, keeping more animals out of shelters.

Neutering, which involves removing the testicles, is a surgical procedure and does need to be performed with the pet under anesthesia. We follow strict protocols and continually monitor your pet’s vital signs to help ensure his safety. Please see the descriptions under Anesthesia and Patient Monitoring for more information on what we do to keep your pet safe.

To set up an appointment to have your pet neutered or to learn more about this procedure, please call or visit our clinic. If you are struggling with the decision of whether to neuter your pet, please call us or stop by so we can discuss your concerns.

May 16
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Soft Tissue Surgery

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We perform many types of soft tissue surgeries at our clinic. Soft tissue surgeries are those that are not associated with bone. These surgeries can provide many benefits to pets.

Probably the most common soft tissue surgery performed on pets is the removal of masses, or lumps. Most of these masses, once removed and tested, are found to be benign (nonharmful); however, occasionally they are more serious. Early removal and accurate diagnosis of a lump is necessary to improve the outcome in your pet if the mass is cancerous.

If your dog suffers from frequent ear infections, surgical intervention can reduce their occurrence by improving airflow into the ear canal.

Surgery can also help resolve several problems related to the eyes. Tearing in your pet’s eyes can mean an infection is present or may be a sign that the cornea (outer layer of the eye) has been damaged. Surgery may allow the cornea to heal faster with less scarring, improving your pet’s ability to see. In some pets, the eyelashes may actually damage the cornea. Surgical intervention improves comfort in these pets, reduces the chances of corneal scarring, and enhances the pet’s vision in the long term.

Please contact us if you’d like to discuss how soft tissue surgery might be able to help your pet.

May 16
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Orthopedic Surgery

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We perform many types of orthopedic (bone) surgeries in our clinic. Because we want to ensure that our patients receive the best possible outcome, we occasionally refer them to board-certified orthopedic surgeons to perform back surgery and other very complex surgeries.

Leg fractures are the most common orthopedic problem presented at our clinic and usually result from a mishap with an automobile. They can be treated in a variety of ways depending on the location and type of fracture. We can apply a cast to treat certain fractures; however, many fractures will require surgical intervention:

  • “Pinning” stabilizes the fracture by inserting a long stainless steel rod into the middle of the bone across the fractured area.
  • “Plating” involves attaching a flat stainless steel plate to the bone using screws on either side of the fracture.
  • “External fixation” stabilizes fractures using a series of pins on the outside of the leg that pass through the skin and into the bone on either side of the fracture.

We also perform a lot of orthopedic surgeries related to hip dysplasia and disc disease. Please contact us if you have any questions about these procedures or if you think your pet might benefit from them.

May 16
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Cryosurgery

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Cryosurgery is a relatively painless surgical procedure that uses extremely cold temperatures to remove or destroy small growths on the skin. This same procedure is used on people.

We offer laser surgery for nares, palates, and declaws.

If your pet has growths you are concerned about or would like to have removed, please contact us to set up an appointment.