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Veterinary Services For Dogs

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A Comprehensive Approach To Canine Veterinary Medicine

We understand that a dog veterinarian is only as good as his or her ability to successfully prevent, diagnose, and treat whatever ailment a dog may be facing. Equally as important is our ability to listen and communicate well with owners to make sure they understand their dog's health concerns and how to make the best choices for their dog. This is why our dog hospital is capable of handling any procedure, including preventive care, medical diagnosis, and emergency surgery.

We specialize in the following dog health services for dogs of all ages, breeds, and circumstances:

  • Allergy testing: While not usually life-threatening, allergies in dogs do cause discomfort and should be treated
  • Anesthesia: We have the facilities, equipment, medicine, and knowledge to ensure your dog stays as safe as possible while under anesthesia
  • Bathing and hygiene: Responsible dog ownership starts with a good bathing and hygiene regimen
  • Behavior services: Your dog's behavior is not completely genetically inherent, but can be learned and unlearned with your commitment and our help
  • Boarding: We can ensure that your dog is well taken care of while you are away
  • Cancer treatment: Our communicative, community approach to cancer treatment makes all the difference for you and your dog
  • Cardiology: Our first-rate facilities, equipment, and professional knowledge allows us to get to the heart of your dog's health and wellness matters
  • Dental care: Our knowledge and dental experience help us prevent and treat your dog's dental conditions, including periodontal disease
  • Dermatology: Our expertise means diagnosing and treating your dog's skin conditions before they become something more than skin deep
  • Diagnostic imaging: Diagnostic imaging allows our veterinarians to diagnose illness, disease, and other problems in order to prescribe the proper treatment
  • Emergency care: We are able to manage any emergency care your dog may need during our office hours
  • Endoscopy: This is an important piece of equipment used to diagnose intestinal ailments that can also be used to remove foreign objects from your dog's stomach and throat area
  • Flea & Tick: We employ various safe and effective flea & tick prevention and treatment methods for your dog's health and comfort
  • Grooming: We can ensure that your dog's grooming is perfectly matched to his or her lifestyle
  • Heartworm prevention: We specialize in heartworm education and medical prevention, as well as treatment for your dog
  • Laboratory tests: Our in-house laboratory testing services mean faster and more accurate diagnostics or treatment for your dog
  • Laparoscopic surgery: This equipment allows us to perform less invasive and safer surgeries for your dog
  • Laser therapy: We are able to customize our pain protocols to include laser for arthritis, other inflammatory conditions, and post-operative pain control
  • Microchip ID: Our professional microchip ID services can help identify your dog in case he or she ever gets lost, stolen, or separated from you
  • Nutrition: Our nutrition education, awareness, and dietary intervention programs can help ensure your dog stays healthy and fit
  • Pain management: We specialize in customized, effective, and compassionate pain management for your dog regardless of age, ability or condition
  • Parasite prevention and treatment: Prevention and early detection are paramount to survival for some types of parasitic infections
  • Pregnancy: Our extensive experience can help your dog have a successful pregnancy, as well as a happy, healthy litter of puppies
  • Preventive care: Our comprehensive preventive care program helps you make sure your dog remains healthy and well year-round
  • Puppy care: We will partner with you to make sure your puppy has the best care and you have all the information we need to care for your new family member
  • Senior care: Our comprehensive senior care protocols and procedures helps you to help your dog age gracefully, healthily, and happily
  • Semi-annual wellness exams: A cornerstone of preventive care, semi-annual wellness exams are key to staying on top of chronic health issues and getting ahead of problems that may be developing
  • Spay or neuter: Our refined pre surgical, surgical and post-op care will provide your dog with the safest and most comfortable surgical procedure
  • Surgery: Our facilities, expert surgeons, and technicians will make sure your dog is cared for before, during, and after surgery
  • Vaccinations: Our veterinarians and techs will customize vaccination protocols that account for your dog's age, medical history, environment, travel habits, and lifestyle

A Commitment To Quality And Empathy In Veterinary Care For Dogs

Our veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and front staff work together to provide both you and your dog with a compassionate and professional experience. From the initial phone call, it is our goal to make sure you feel that your concerns are addressed, you are well informed, and that your dog receives the best care possible.

Contact Us Today to Schedule Your Dog's Next Veterinary Appointment

What Our Clients Have To Say

I took my galah Rosie for a general physical. The staff and vet took the time to show me (as a new bird owner) how to clip nails and wings and what to look for as far as outward signs of her health.

Susanne Arbagy

I just moved to Florida, and looking for a veterinarian I came across university animal clinic walking around the plaza so I decided to stop in and get information on the veterinarians, the women at the front desk was so kind and caring, I unfortunately forgot her name.

Karen Hulty

Can’t recommend highly enough!!! The staff is extremely friendly and the Vet is energetic and very knowledgeable and easy to talk to! They work with exotic animals which is a plus! We brought our bearded dragon that formed an abscess and they had her all fixed up in 20 minutes!!

Ian Preston

I love Dr. Rill. Our little Cafe had been struggling with an ear infection for almost a year and Dr, Rill never gave up on making her better. I learned so much from him. I love his assistants! They are kind and treat the animals with respect. And, they are kind to us humans as well.

Pet Parent

Great clinic for a ferret! Friendly staff, professional doctor!

VPal

I am, as I have been for a good 20 years, still a satisfied patron of University Animal Clinic. They do their best consistently and take comments to heart and make changes to serve our pets better.

Pet Parent

Thank you to Doctor Simonson, Casey, Dr. Sam and the rest of the team for taking care of Wrangler! You all treated him like a pet of your own and made me feel so comfortable leaving him with you to watch over after such a scary incident. Everyone at your office is so knowledgeable and caring.

Jennifer Tee

Best EVER!!! Dr. Leigh is fantastic!!! I am moving my dog’s care to her. This is after growing up with the same vet (22 years). She spent time with my dog and did a thorough examination. She took time to discuss treatment plans for her arthritis. Dr. Leigh and the techs are so knowledgeable.

Dog Parent

I wasn’t holding my breath that a vet would work hard to help diagnose my leopard gecko. I was wrong. The doctor worked hard to diagnose why our pet lizard stopped eating & ran a battery of tests.

Paulina Testerman

Vets and staff are knowledgeable and efficient. Clean and friendly Vet office. My dog now goes in to see her Vet with out balking.

Sara Little
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