Shadow Hills Pet Clinic
Shadow Hills Pet Clinic is a general practice practice in Los Angeles, CA.
About
Shadow Hills Pet Clinic offers comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, emphasizing personalized attention for each patient. The clinic operates an "open hospital" policy, allowing owners to remain with their pets during examinations and vaccinations. They utilize in-house lab and diagnostic tools for fast, accurate results, and provide digital X-rays for both general injury assessment and detailed dental evaluations.
The clinic serves pets in Sun Valley, California, and its surrounding areas. Services cover a range of general veterinary needs, including wellness care, vaccinations, and treatment for illnesses and injuries. They also provide dental care, diagnostics and imaging, spay and neuter procedures, parasite prevention, deworming, allergy and dermatology services, and microchipping.
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Frequently asked questions
- What diagnostic capabilities are available at Shadow Hills Pet Clinic?
- Shadow Hills Pet Clinic offers in-house lab and diagnostic tools to provide fast and accurate results. For injury and wound care, they utilize digital x-rays to check for possible fractures or internal injuries. Additionally, digital dental X-rays are used to assess teeth and jaw health, including structures below the gumline, during dental procedures.
- What is the clinic's policy regarding pet owners staying with their animals during appointments?
- Shadow Hills Pet Clinic operates as an "open hospital," which means that pet owners are permitted to stay with their animals during examinations and vaccinations. This approach is part of their commitment to providing personalized care and ensuring the comfort of both the pet and the owner during veterinary visits.
- What types of vaccinations does Shadow Hills Pet Clinic offer for dogs and cats?
- For dogs, core vaccines include Rabies, Distemper, Parvovirus, Adenovirus, and Leptospirosis. Lifestyle-dependent vaccines like Bordetella (kennel cough) and Canine Influenza are also available. For cats, core vaccines are Rabies and FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia). Feline Leukemia (FeLV) is offered for lifestyle-dependent needs, especially for outdoor or multi-cat households.
- What does a typical wellness visit for a pet at Shadow Hills Pet Clinic include?
- A wellness visit typically includes a full physical exam covering eyes, ears, teeth, skin, heart, lungs, and joints. It also involves a weight and body condition evaluation, vaccination review and updates, and parasite and heartworm screening as needed. Dental health assessment and discussions on diet, activity, and behavior are also part of the visit, with bloodwork or diagnostics performed when appropriate.
- What procedures are involved in a professional dental cleaning at Shadow Hills Pet Clinic?
- A professional dental cleaning typically involves pre-anesthetic bloodwork, a full-mouth examination, and digital dental X-rays. Ultrasonic scaling is used to remove plaque and tartar buildup, followed by polishing to smooth the tooth surface. Extractions are performed only if necessary for broken, loose, or infected teeth. Pain management and post-procedure care are also provided to ensure the pet's comfort.