NRAH believes in giving your pet the best healthcare possible. That’s why we offer preventative vaccinations and parasite prevention as part of your pet’s yearly check-up/exam. At each exam, the doctor can note and assess any problems or changes in your pet’s health. Preventative care also means spaying/neutering your pet is very important in keeping your pet healthy. Pets can develop cancer in their reproductive organs, just like humans can. Below is a before and after photo of a cat who has just been spayed. We make as little of an incision as possible. We use dissolvable sutures which hide nicely under the skin behind a thin layer of surgical adhesive.

Click here to learn more about why vaccines are important.

Keeping an animal well groomed is an important part of its overall health and wellbeing. Haircuts are done according to the breed, owner’s preference, or the animal’s individual needs at the time.

Any health problem noticed by the groomer will be reported to the Doctor. Owners will be notified of all health concerns by phone or at the time of pickup so they can be addressed as soon as possible. We not only want your pet to look great, but we want them to live a long and healthy, happy life. CURRENT ANNUAL AND RABIES VACCINES ARE REQUIRED!

We offer sedation for animals who are overstressed by the grooming process. This sedation is a mild sedative, only given by the Doctor that calms the animal and slows down reaction time. There is an additional fee for sedation.

Prices vary according to the breed of the pet, condition of coat, and type of grooming requested. Appointments must be made in advance. Holidays and summer time are very busy so we recommend your appointment be scheduled at least 6 – 8 weeks in advance.

NRAH is now equipped with a digital x-ray machine. With digital radiography, we are able to see instant radiographs, making your pet’s diagnosis quicker and more convenient. We also have available:

• Soft Tissue Surgery

• Nutritional Counseling

• Pain Management

• Dermatology

• Cardiology

Cryotherapy is the use of Nitrous Oxide to freeze away skin tags and lesions. This procedure allows the pet to be fully awake making this a great option for our senior pets who may be an increased anesthesia risk. Cryotherapy is quick and effective. The doctor will first make note of lesions that need removed and answer any questions you may have about the procedure. A return appointment will then be made for your pet to have the procedure done. We ask that you bring your pet back 2-3 weeks after the procedure so that the doctor can re-evaluate the lesions.

We provide high quality surgery techniques. All pets are given appropriate anesthesia and monitored while under and while recovering by highly trained technical doctors and staff.

Veterinary Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine
In traditional Chinese medicine, disease is believed to be caused by an imbalance or disharmony in the external forces (or life energy—“Qi”) at work on the body. By identifying these imbalances, a pet’s overall well-being can be restored. Our team is proud to offer acupuncture, herbal medicines, food therapy, massages, and more.

With veterinary acupuncture, small needles are inserted into the skin at specific points where life energy is believed to flow. When stimulated, these different acupuncture points cause specific effects on the body.

Most pets feel no pain during the placement of the acupuncture needles because they are so small. In fact, many pets become relaxed during treatments and can even fall asleep.

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has recognized acupuncture as a valid treatment modality. It can be used to treat specific conditions, and it can be used to help prevent health problems from occurring. Through modern studies involving advanced imaging techniques, acupuncture’s physiological effects have been proven. And, since acupuncture does not involve medications that need to be metabolized, it can be safely performed in almost all pets, even those with liver and kidney disease.

The benefits of veterinary acupuncture
Acupuncture can be used in conjunction with other therapies to treat a variety of medical conditions, including:

• Nausea, decreased appetite, and other gastrointestinal problems caused by metabolic diseases and cancers
• Pain and inflammation due to degenerative joint disease, traumatic injuries, or intervertebral disc disease
• Skin conditions
• Respiratory problems associated with feline asthma

Pets who undergo acupuncture may experience:

• Decreased inflammation
• Improved circulation
• Pain relief due to a release of hormones
• Relief of muscle spasms
• Nerve stimulation

Potential side effects of veterinary acupuncture
After an acupuncture treatment, the physiological changes can cause your pet’s health condition to seem worse for up to 48 hours before improvement begins. And, some pets may experience drowsiness or lethargy for the first day after an acupuncture treatment.

Think your pet could benefit from acupuncture? Call our office to learn more and schedule an appointment.