Services
Dental
Have you had your pet’s teeth cleaned recently? The AVMA states that pets who have never had a dental cleaning show signs of dental disease by age three. This is why The Edge Pet Hospital suggests an annual dental cleaning and oral exam for all pets.
Both dogs and cats are susceptible to the same dental issues as humans, such as gingivitis, periodontal disease, tooth decay, staining, and cavities. The deterioration begins when they eat, as food particles accumulate on their teeth and gums, providing fuel for bacteria to generate an acidic attack on the tooth enamel, resulting in the formation of plaque. If left untreated, plaque hardens into tartar, leading to potential problems like gingivitis, periodontal disease, cavities, and oral infections.
- Broken or Loose Teeth
- Discomfort While Eating
- Extremely bad Breath
- Pussy or Bloody Drool
- Red Gums
- Staining on the Teeth
- Swollen or Inflamed Gums
- Weight Loss or Loss of Appetite
Untreated periodontal disease in dogs and cats can lead to dangerous infections, like abscesses and blood infections. Advanced dental disease may also affect your pet’s heart, liver and kidneys. In order to avoid these potentially life-threatening conditions, it is important to keep your pet’s teeth clean with a combination of at-home care and regular veterinary teeth cleanings.
The Edge Hospital advises that dogs and cats should have their first dental checkup shortly after weaning, and then once a year throughout their lives. During the checkup, the veterinarian will examine the pet’s head, neck, face, ears, and mouth for any signs of health issues. After the examination, all plaque and tartar will be removed from the teeth and gums. Tips and tricks, such as using pet-safe toothpaste and toothbrushes, as well as dental chews, will be provided to help maintain your pet’s oral health between professional cleanings.
For additional information on our veterinary dental services and how they safeguard your pet’s health, please contact us today at (702) 906-4444.
Vaccines
Just as much as their human counterparts, furry family members hold great significance in your life. So, why wouldn’t you provide them with the same tools for longevity, strength, and optimal health?
Vaccines introduce a small amount of a pathogen to a pet, training their immune system to combat it. Upon the first exposure to a virus or bacteria, the pet will not have immunity, but the introduction of the disease triggers the production of antibodies to help fight it, according to the American American Veterinary Medical Association.
Once the antibodies are present in the bloodstream, they remain there permanently. If the individual comes into contact with the same pathogen again, their body will already be equipped to combat it effectively.
This question is difficult as some vaccinated animals achieve complete immunity while others only achieve partial immunity.
Some pets may lose part or all of their previous immunity if they do not receive booster shots regularly.
This is why the idea of “herd immunity” is crucial. When all individuals at risk of a certain disease are vaccinated, the disease is unable to spread. As a result, if one animal lacks full immunity, it doesn’t make a difference since other animals cannot become infected and transmit the disease.
Your pet requires essential vaccines, including core vaccines and potentially non-core vaccines. Essential vaccines for dogs are canine parvovirus, canine distemper, infectious canine hepatitis, and rabies. Core vaccinations for cats are feline panleukopenia, feline calicivirus, feline rhinotracheitis, and rabies.
Your vet may recommend additional vaccines based on the specific needs of your dog or cat. For example, if your cat is susceptible to feline leukemia, your vet may suggest a vaccine to help prevent it.
Typically, vaccines are safe and thoroughly tested, with the same ones being administered to dogs and cats for an extended period of time. While pets may experience mild fever or discomfort from the low dose of the disease, serious allergic reactions are rare but can include itching, swelling, vomiting, diarrhea, or breathing difficulties. If any of these symptoms occur, it is important to seek immediate veterinary care.
Want to learn more about vaccinating today? Feel free to get in touch with us at (702) 906-4444!
Microchipping
Losing a pet can happen in an instant, whether they dart out the door or slip their leash, and many animals never make it back home due to a lack of identification. Although tags on collars are helpful, they can easily be lost or broken during a pet’s escape. Microchipping provides a reliable solution for ensuring your pet can be reunited with you, offering permanent identification that never goes missing. Find out more about how microchips can help keep your furry friend safe.
A microchip, the size of a grain of rice, is an electronic device inserted beneath your pet’s skin that stores important information like your contact information and can be scanned via radiowaves to help reunite you with your lost pet.
Microchips do not require a power source and have no moving parts, making them safe for permanent placement in your pet. Constructed from materials that are compatible with an animal’s body, discomfort or rejection is uncommon. As the microchip becomes encased in tissue over time, it remains stationary within the body.
If you’d like your pet to be microchipped, just inquire about it during your next visit. The process is straightforward – your pet’s veterinarian will insert the microchip using a sterile syringe beneath their skin near the shoulder blades. The procedure is fast and causes minimal discomfort, similar to a vaccination.
If you want your pet to have a microchip, simply ask about it at your next appointment. The process is simple – the veterinarian will implant the microchip using a clean syringe under the skin near the shoulder blades. It is quick and only causes slight discomfort, similar to getting a vaccine.
In the event that your pet goes missing, anyone who locates them can bring them to a nearby vet or shelter for scanning. If the information on your pet’s microchip is current, the scanner will retrieve your contact details and the staff at the vet or shelter can reach out to you. This will allow you to retrieve your pet and bring them safely back home with ease.
Book an appointment at The Edge Pet Hospital today to get your pet microchipped, ensuring you can easily find them if they ever get lost and giving you peace of mind.
For more information on our microchipping services, please contact us today at (702) 906-4444.
Preventative Care
Bloodwork
Blood tests are crucial in diagnosing illnesses in pets, just like they are in human medicine. They can provide the veterinarian with valuable information ranging from dehydration and anemia to cancer in cats and dogs.
Red blood cells play a crucial role in determining various factors within your pet’s body. The packed red blood cell count can identify polycythemia, with high counts suggesting dehydration and low counts indicating anemia. Additionally, the hemoglobin concentration test assesses blood oxygen levels, and the red blood cell count provides insight into your pet’s overall bodily function. Furthermore, testing white blood cells is equally important, as a high count can signify infection and a low count may indicate a compromised immune system.
When your pet is ill, waiting days for blood test results and driving around Henderson between the vet and lab is not ideal. Our in-house diagnostic lab reduces the time and effort needed to get your pet necessary tests, providing quicker results than external labs. Dealing with one technician and one visit is less stressful for your pet than visiting multiple facilities. Canyon Pet Hospital is dedicated to providing quick and convenient care for your beloved pet.
Contact us at (702) 906-4444 to inquire about our in-house testing lab or schedule an appointment.
Parasite Prevention
Fleas and ticks do more than annoy pets, they can cause severe discomfort and lead to various illnesses such as flea allergy dermatitis and tapeworm infestations.
The Edge Pet Hospital can assess your pet to identify the most effective flea prevention medication for them.
Fleas and ticks can transmit diseases that pose a serious threat to your pet’s health. Flea allergy dermatitis is a common issue caused by fleas, leading to itching, skin inflammation, sores, and hair loss. Tapeworm infestations are also a concern as fleas can carry tapeworm eggs and transmit them to your pet through biting, resulting in a tapeworm infestation.
Ticks carry various bacteria that can cause diseases like zoonosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and Lyme disease. Lyme disease can cause lethargy, joint pain, and loss of appetite in pets. Rocky Mountain spotted fever may lead to skin lesions, vomiting, nervous system issues, and depression. Zoonosis can cause bloody diarrhea, fevers, runny noses, and watery eyes in pets.
Severe flea infestations can cause anemia in small or older pets, characterized by rapid breathing, loss of appetite, and excessive sleeping. If you suspect your pet has anemia from fleas, it is crucial to seek emergency veterinary care.
The Edge Pet Hospital can assist you in determining the most suitable method for preventing fleas and ticks for your pet, considering different options such as sprays, oral tablets, spot-on treatments, and flea collars.
- Flea Collars – Worn around your pet’s neck to help prevent flea infestations. Kills on contact.
- Oral Tablets – Typically given once a month to control fleas and ticks. When the parasite bites your pet, it ingests the medication and dies.
- Spot-On Treatments – Placed between your pet’s shoulder blades once a month. Kills fleas and ticks on contact.
- Sprays – Sprayed onto your pet’s fur to control in-progress flea and tick infestations. Can last as long as 30 days.
We are here to help you with controlling fleas and ticks by providing the appropriate medication for your pet and offering advice on eliminating flea infestations in your home. Depending on your preference, we may suggest flea collars and spot-on treatments that do not require the parasite to bite your pet, or oral tablets for a convenient solution. If you are dealing with a current infestation, a spray treatment that kills fleas and ticks on contact may be the best option.
If you would like more details about our flea and tick prevention services or wish to book a different type of service, such as your pet’s annual wellness check-up, please contact us today at (702) 906-4444.
Spaying or Neutering Your Pet
A recent report from the American Humane Society reveals that 2.4 million healthy dogs and cats are euthanized in animal shelters annually due to pet overpopulation. If no one adopts these animals within the organization’s allotted time, staff members must euthanize them to create space for other homeless pets. This results in one healthy animal being euthanized every 13 seconds in the United States alone. While this statistic is heartbreaking, it is preventable through spay or neuter surgeries. Neutering a male pet makes them unable to impregnate a female, while spaying females renders them unable to reproduce.
When a female pet undergoes spay surgery, the first step is to administer anesthesia to induce a deep sleep. The veterinarian then removes the ovaries and uterus through an incision in the abdomen.
For male pets undergoing neuter surgery, anesthesia is given before the veterinarian makes a small incision in the front of the scrotum. Each testicle is then removed, and the vas deferens, which supplies blood to the testicles, is tied off.
During the procedure, veterinary staff diligently monitor the pet’s heart and breathing rates. After surgery, they provide pet owners with instructions for home care.
An intact female cat can go through multiple heat cycles in a year. Intact female dogs typically go into heat twice per year. Cats can become fertile before reaching one year of age, potentially leading to numerous litters of kittens during their lifetime. Cats in heat exhibit loud vocalizations and may act aggressively in attempts to attract male cats.
Spaying a dog can reduce her urge to wander. A spayed female dog will not be pursued by an unneutered male dog. In addition to preventing unwanted litters, spaying a cat or dog decreases the risk of uterine, ovarian, and mammary gland cancers. The risk is significantly reduced if the surgery is performed before the pet experiences their first heat cycle.
During the procedure, veterinary staff carefully monitor the pet’s heart rate and breathing. They also provide pet owners with instructions for post-operative care once the pet has recovered from surgery.
Both dogs and cats can engage in aggressive behavior and roaming when they have not yet undergone the neutering procedure. The aggressiveness can surprise their human family when the dog attempts to bite or even act in a sexual manner towards people. Unneutered pets also spray their urine to claim a territory as their own. This odor is not only extremely unpleasant, it can be difficult to eliminate as well. After neutering surgery, the risk of testicular or prostate cancer in male pets drops significantly.
Neutering or spaying a pet increases his or her lifespan by an average of three to five years. One last thing to consider is that people with altered pets make better neighbors and are less likely to encounter the dangers of roaming because their pets are much more likely to remain in the home or yard.
If you have any questions about spaying or neutering your pets, please feel free to call The Edge Pet Hospital at (702) 906-4444.
Wellness Care/Checkups
Your pet in Henderson, NV deserves top-notch veterinary care. Our dedicated local staff not only provides emergency care but also focuses on the ongoing wellness of your beloved family pet.
All animals require regular professional medical attention throughout their lifetimes. Veterinary wellness checkups allow you to ensure that your pet receives the necessary diagnostic, examination, and preventative treatments to maintain optimal health.
During your pet’s annual wellness checkup, you can expect a general physical examination to be conducted in order to catch any noticeable problems such as deformities, growths, areas of pain, or mobility issues.
Throughout the visit, you will have the chance to discuss your pet’s health and express any concerns you may have, such as changes in behavior or appetite since the last visit. Your veterinarian will also ask specific questions to identify common potential issues and gain a better understanding of the animal’s lifestyle at home.
Next, your pet’s file will be carefully reviewed, to ensure that all preventative treatments and any local government mandated animal treatment government-mandated are brought up to date during the annual wellness checkup. These may include things like:
- Vaccinations
- Inoculations
- Parasite control treatments
Yearly wellness exams offer your pet the opportunity to receive necessary diagnostic tests and treatments across a variety of service offerings.
Additional services that may be conducted during your pet’s annual veterinary check up include items such as:
- microchipping
- dental examination and treatment
- spaying/neutering
- blood testing
- heartworm
- testing/treatment
- flea dipping
- FIV testing
- Parvo virus testing
- and more
Regular wellness examinations are important for pets in specific categories, including elderly pets and young animals like puppies and kittens.
Elderly pets frequently experience various age-related problems, including decreased appetite, difficulty moving, and declining vision. Regular veterinary checkups can aid in the overall wellbeing of your cherished pet as they age, ultimately improving their quality of life for as long as feasible.
It is recommended that your new puppy or kitten receive a wellness checkup at eight weeks of age. This early visit can help identify any potential health issues and establish a baseline for your pet’s future health. As a new pet owner, you can also receive valuable advice on caring for your young pet, including tips on tooth brushing and parasite control.
At The Edge Hospital in Henderson, we offer a variety of services and treatment options during routine veterinary wellness checkups. Our team is committed to providing advanced care for your pet and being a part of their lifelong health journey.
Radiology
Our veterinary team is equipped with the latest diagnostic equipment, such as digital radiographs and ultrasound machines, to accurately diagnose and treat your pet following an injury or illness.
Ultrasound imaging utilizes sound waves to generate an image on a computer screen. By scanning the wand over your pet’s injured area, our team can uncover hidden issues such as ingesting non-food items, tumors, or internal organ problems in the stomach, spleen, liver, and pancreas. This procedure is painless and free of side effects.
X-rays are the commonly used term for radiographs. They are useful in diagnosing bone and joint issues such as fractures, joint swelling, and abnormal bone conditions. X-rays can also help identify problems in internal organs like the heart, lungs, spleen, liver, and kidneys.
At The Edge Pet Hospital, our veterinary team can use x-rays and ultrasound imaging to diagnose injuries or conditions in your pet. Once we have a clear understanding of your pet’s illness or injury, we will create a treatment plan to promote healing and restore your pet’s health. If you have any questions or concerns about your pet’s health or diagnosis, please don’t hesitate to ask. We are here to offer guidance and support to ensure your pet is comfortable throughout the recovery process.
To learn more about our radiology services in Henderson, please contact us today at (702) 906-4444.
Surgery
When your pet requires surgery, it is important to choose a veterinary practice that can provide both gentle and effective treatment for your cherished companion. Whether it is a routine procedure like spaying or neutering, or a more complex operation, your pet may need surgery for various reasons. Our team at Canyon Pet Hospital is dedicated to giving your pet the care and compassion they deserve, ensuring a successful operation and a healthier, happier life upon their return.
Our state-of-the-art surgical rooms are equipped with modern amenities and maintained in pristine conditions to allow our staff to work at their best. We strive to make your experience as smooth as possible by completing all necessary lab work and pre-surgical exams promptly. Our resources not only support our team but also help your pet feel more at ease in an unfamiliar environment. We schedule follow-up appointments to address any potential issues before they become serious.
During your pet’s surgery, our staff will provide undivided attention. Veterinary surgery often involves collaboration among multiple professionals, which is why we closely monitor and adjust your pet’s temperature, IV fluids, and anesthesia with the assistance of trained technicians. Our team communicates effectively to address any potential issues that could affect the surgery’s success. This approach has proven to be effective in ensuring positive outcomes.
Before the surgery, we use information from the pre-surgery exam and lab work to determine the most suitable methods for the operation. Afterward, we develop personalized pain management strategies based on your pet’s size, breed, and condition. At Canyon Pet Hospital, our aim is to provide you with comprehensive guidance on caring for your pet post-surgery. Taking a holistic approach to surgical care is key to promoting better pet health, and we want you to feel empowered to help your pet thrive.
Your first visit to our facilities is an opportunity to learn more about our exceptional care. We are available to answer any questions you may have regarding the procedure, ensuring that you feel confident in how your pet is being treated. Whether discussing the type of anesthesia used or outlining the post-care recovery process, Canyon Pet Hospital ensures that you are well-informed and prepared for every step of the journey.
Pet Ultrasound
Using advanced technologies, veterinarians can now diagnose illnesses more quickly and accurately than ever before. By utilizing ultrasound, the same technology used in human medicine, veterinarians can non-invasively identify a variety of pet health issues, eliminating the necessity for surgeries. Here at Canyon Pet Hospital in Las Vegas, we leverage ultrasound technology to ensure pets receive the most appropriate treatment for their unique conditions.
Ultrasound technology works by sending sound waves through the body’s soft tissues, which are then converted into a computerized image. A portable device is used to scan the body’s surface and create the image. Our veterinarian examines the image closely to identify any differences in the size or shape of internal organs and tissues. If an issue is detected, additional tests may be required for a definitive diagnosis. Treatment options such as medication, surgery, or other therapies can then be considered.
Ultrasound, like in human medicine, can identify pregnancy stages and fetus health. It is commonly utilized to count puppies in the womb and locate stones in the bladder or urinary system. Additionally, ultrasound can provide insight into joint health and the presence of lubricating fluids for movement. Our veterinarian may also utilize ultrasound to assess blood flow in the heart or assist in guiding biopsy needles.
Not all animals need to be sedated for an ultrasound test. However, highly active or anxious animals may need a sedative to cooperate during the testing. Sometimes, a small area of fur may be shaved to improve visibility. The handheld device used during the test provides various angles of the internal tissues. Once the test is complete, the sedative will wear off quickly and your pet can resume normal activities.
The team at The Edge Pet Hospital in Las Vegas and nearby communities is committed to delivering high-quality care to all their patients. We provide a range of veterinary services including wellness exams, vaccinations, surgery, diagnostics, dental care, behavioral counseling, and more. Schedule an appointment with Canyon Pet Hospital today to have your pet examined or to discover how ultrasound can benefit your animal.
Euthanasia
Caring and Compassionate Pet Euthanasia
Most people prefer not to think about euthanasia, but unfortunately, pets can become old and sick. When pets appear to be suffering, pet euthanasia can be the most caring and compassionate decision a pet owner can make for their beloved animals.
Pet owners may find it challenging to decide when it is best to bid farewell to their cherished pets, particularly if the pet experiences alternating good and bad days. If you are uncertain about the right time to say goodbye, Canyon Pet Hospital is available to assess your pet’s health and address your concerns, assisting you in making a well-informed decision.
- Your Pet Is in Chronic Pain that Cannot Be Alleviated With Medication
- Your Pet Has Stopped Eating and/or Lost Weight
- Your Pet Has Chronic Vomiting and Diarrhea that Cannot Be Controlled
- Your Pet’s Activity Levels Have Dropped
- Your Pet Can No Longer Stand or Walk on His or Her Own
Many pet owners opt for in-office pet euthanasia, seeking to ensure their pets are comfortable during the journey and to ease their anxiety. Canyon Pet Hospital offers a solution to make your pet’s final car ride more pleasant by providing a sedative for your pet prior to arriving at our veterinary office.
At our office, you can choose the level of involvement you desire in your pet’s final moments. If you wish to be present as your beloved dog or cat passes, our team will guide you to a private room where you can bid farewell and hold your pet during the process.
Your veterinarian will administer a sedative to peacefully put your pet to sleep before administering the medications that will help them pass peacefully. Following the procedure, you can choose to take your pet back home for burial, or we can assist in arranging for cremation with the option to retrieve the ashes at a later time.
If you have questions about pet euthanasia or would like to schedule an appointment with The Edge Pet Hospital, please contact us at (702) 906-4444. We are here to help make this challenging process more manageable for your family.