Norton Animal Hospital is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association. By following their strict standards we provide patients with the be in veterinary care. We provide complete care for dogs, cats, and a variety of exotic pets.
Comprehensive Physical Exams
Early detection of health problems allows for prompt treatment! At least once a year, bring your pet for a complete physical exam, especially as they enter their senior years.
Vaccinations
The many recent discoveries and innovations in veterinary medicine can protect your pet from most major diseases. Our trained staff can determine which immunizations and preventive treatments are best for your pet.
Heartworm and Flea and Tick Prevention
Heartworm and lyme diseases can be a severe health risk for your pet. We offer the most current and safest preventives available – Heartgard and Frontline Topspot Plus for dogs and cats.
Nutritional Counseling
Our nutritional counselors can assist you with choosing the best diet for your pet. We carry Hill’s Science Diet, Prescription diets and special low fat treats.
Dental Care
Your pet’s teeth are just as important their good health We offer a variety of home dental care products, as well as routine dental cleanings and advanced dental care under anesthesia.
Behavioral Counseling
Even the best pets can exhibit undesirable behavior. A physical exam is the best place to start to determine factors contributing to their behavior. We can suggest personalized behavior modification programs to meet your pets’ needs.
Pet Identification and Microchip System
A microchip is a tiny electronic device about the size of a grain of rice, which can be implanted beneath your pet’s skin through a simple procedure. If your pet is lost, the registered chip can be scanned for owner information so your pet can be safely returned!
Radiology
Our state-of-the-art x-ray machine produces excellent quality radiographs which are extremely helpful in diagnosing medical and surgical problems.
Ultrasound
Our non-invasive modern ultrasound technique produces a visual imprint of the inside of your pet’s body. This allows the doctor to achieve detail that is not possible with x-rays and is particularly useful in diagnosing diseases of the abdomen and heart.
Laboratory Testing
Diagnostic blood testing provides us with critical information on sick or injured pets and those going under anesthesia. Our in-hospital lab can perform a variety of tests as a “window” into your pet’s body.
Surgical Procedures
Our hospital is equipped to perform most surgical procedures from spays and neuters to complicated soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. We utilize the most recent and updated equipment and techniques that allow for low-risk anesthesia.
Pain Relief
We believe in providing pain medication for all of our surgical procedures so that your pet is always comfortable – before, during and after their procedure.
Blood Pressure Monitoring
Our Doppler blood pressure monitor provides the most accurate measurement available. This allows us to screen for high blood pressure early before it causes irreversible kidney or heart damage or blindness.
Emergency Services
If your pet has an emergency during office hours, contact us immediately and you will be given priority attention. After hours, we refer our patients to two high-quality facilities.