General Medicine
Sick and Urgent Veterinary Care
We know how important it is to have quality veterinary care when your pet is ill, injured, or just not acting like themselves. Since you know your pet better than anyone, you’re often the first to spot any changes or abnormalities. We’re here to work closely with you to identify and address any health concerns your pet may be facing. If your pet isn’t acting normally or shows signs of illness, please contact us to schedule a comprehensive evaluation.
Some signs that your dog or cat may be sick include:
- Behavioral changes. Your pet may be less playful or active, more aggressive, or have unusual vocalizations
- Appearance changes. Your pet’s ear position may be different, their eyes may look strange, or their coat may be dull, dry, or have bald patches
- Changes in habits. Your pet may eat, drink, or use the bathroom more or less than usual, or they may have accidents in the house
- Digestive issues. Your pet may have a decreased appetite, vomit, or have changes in stool frequency or consistency
- They just aren’t acting quite right
Sick and Urgent Veterinary Care at EastOver Vet includes various medical and surgical interventions to address your pet’s health issue. Here are the key components:
Medical Treatments
- Medications: Administering drugs such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, pain relievers, and other medications to treat infections, manage pain, and reduce inflammation.
- Chronic Disease Management: Developing long-term treatment plans for conditions like diabetes, kidney disease, arthritis, and heart disease, which may include medication, dietary changes, and regular monitoring.
- Dermatology: Treating skin conditions such as allergies, infections, and parasites with topical and systemic therapies.
- Endocrinology: Managing hormonal imbalances and diseases such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and Cushing’s disease through medications and regular monitoring.
- Fluid Therapy: Providing intravenous (IV) fluids to treat dehydration, support organ function, and aid in the recovery of sick animals.
Surgical Treatments
- Soft Tissue Surgery: Procedures such as spaying and neutering, removal of tumors, wound repair, and gastrointestinal surgeries.
- Orthopedic Surgery: Addressing musculoskeletal issues, including fractures, ligament repairs, and joint surgeries (e.g., hip dysplasia, cruciate ligament repair).
- Emergency Surgery: Performing urgent surgeries for life-threatening conditions such as gastric dilatation-volvulus (bloat), severe trauma, pyometra or internal bleeding.
- Dental Surgery: Extracting damaged or infected teeth, treating oral tumors, and repairing oral injuries.
Diagnostic Care
- Laboratory Testing: Conducting blood tests, urinalysis, and other lab tests to diagnose illnesses and monitor the effectiveness of treatments.
- Imaging: Utilizing X-rays and ultrasounds visualize internal structures and identify issues such as fractures, tumors, and organ abnormalities. Using are extensive network of referral centers we can easily refer for advanced imaging such as CT or MRI’s.
- Ultrasonography: Ultrasound diagnostic imaging technique used to visualize the internal structures of animals. Ultrasounds are often used to examine organs in the abdomen, such as the liver, kidneys, bladder, spleen, and intestines; the heart’s structure and function, helping diagnose conditions like heart disease; to confirm pregnancy and monitor the development of fetuses in pregnant animals; detect and identify abnormal growths, cysts, or tumors; guide needle biopsies or fluid aspirations for precise sampling organs and tissues inside the body.
- Endoscopy: Using a flexible tube with a camera to examine the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory system, and other internal organs for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes.
Follow-Up and Monitoring
- Post-Treatment Care: Providing instructions for home care, including wound management, medication administration, and activity restrictions.
- Regular Check-Ups: Scheduling follow-up appointments to monitor the animal’s progress, adjust treatments, and ensure recovery is on track.
We will work closely with you to develop an individualized treatment plan tailored to the specific of your pet.
