Gatesville Animal Clinic, LLC

Products And Services

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  LASER SURGERY

  For over a decade, our Clinic has been performing a variety of surgical procedures with a Surgical Laser instead of using the traditional scalpel blade. Procedures that we routinely perform with laser include Spay/Neuter & standard soft tissue surgeries, Declaws in cats, Tumor/Lump Removal, Ear Crop, Skin Tags, Cyst Removal, Soft Palate & Dental Surgery. Amongst the many benefits of laser surgery include much less bleeding at the surgical site, as well as not needing any sutures, in most cases. There is significantly much less pain, and healing has been shown to be accelerated when using laser over traditional surgical techniques. It is believed that circulation is better maintained with laser surgery. The use of E collars, bandages, and wraps is also much reduced, as most pets will usually leave the surgical site alone when done with laser therapy.

  Price: 74.00 additional to any procedure

• Limited Orthopedics

  Dr. Newman performs limited orthopedic surgery including but not limited to: fracture repair, luxating patella & cruciate ligament.

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  LASER THERAPY

  Our clinic has offered Laser Therapy for the past 5 years. We recommend laser therapy for our arthritic patients & some have seen vast improvement for their pet...even to the point of stopping oral medications. We also use the laser therapy for wound care & each surgery performed at our clinic receives a laser therapy treatment (at no additional charge) after the surgery is performed. The cold laser therapy is a noninvasive procedure that uses light to stimulate cells and increase blood circulation. At the correct laser wavelength, pain signals are reduced and nerve sensitivity decreases. The procedure also releases endorphins, or natural painkillers, but it is not recommended for animals that have cancer because the device can stimulate blood flow to cancer cells. The procedure is based on the idea that light is absorbed into the cells. The process, known as photo-biotherapy, stimulates protein synthesis and cell metabolism, which improves cell health and functionality. The therapy can take as little as eight to 10 minutes on a small dog or cat, or about a half hour for bigger dogs with more arthritic areas MLS Laser Therapy effectively treats pain associated with: Arthritis Tendonitis Wounds Post-Surgical Swelling Inflamed Ears Lick Granuloma Hip Dysplasia Disc Disease Lameness Sinusitis and much more! - See more at: http://www.celasers.com/veterinary/mls-laser-therapy/benefits-of-mls-laser-therapy#sthash.5KeoqSTw.dpuf

  Price: 53.00 per session (recommend 3 sessions minimum)

  Link: LASER THERAPY

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  Digital X-ray

  These days, it seems like everything has gone digital, and your pet’s visit to the vet is no exception! Digital radiography, or “X-rays” are becoming more and more mainstream in veterinary medicine, and here is why: 1) They are fast and efficient. With traditional X-rays, an exposure was made and then an actual piece of film was processed with a series of chemicals in order to view the picture. This process was messy and took time. Sometimes the whole process was taken just to find out that the animal’s positioning was suboptimal or the exposure settings inappropriate. With digital films the image literally pops up on a screen near the machine within seconds of taking the X-ray. Minor adjustments can be made with minimal effort, causing much less stress to your pet and our staff. 2) Should your Veterinarian suggest your pet be seen by a specialist (or even if you wish to have a second opinion), digital radiographs can easily be transferred to a CD disk for you to take with you. 3) Last but not least, digital radiographs produce a much clearer, more detailed image & provide immediate feedback. This gives your veterinarian much more information to work with.

  Price: 119.00 1st film; $196 for 2 views; $77 for additional views

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  In-House Diagnostics

  Parvo tests, Feline FIV/Felv screenings, Heartworm screenings, Chemistry profiles, CBC, Thyroid panel (T4 and cholesterol) and PT/PTT. Fecal examinations, Ear cytology, Vaginal cytology, Ear mite examinations, Skin scraping and Urinalysis.

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  UTRASOUND

  Ultrasound is a non-invasive and non-radiographic technology that allows us to actually see inside the body. Unlike x-rays, there is no radiation exposure to the patient. Ultrasound can be used for a variety of diagnostic procedures such as: *Identify bladder stones and tumors *Ultrasound guided cystocentesis to obtain a sterile urine sample *Ultrasound guided aspirates of lungs *Abdominal ultrasound for masses and disfunctional abdominal organs *Heart valve defects and other changes in the heart *Helps in diagnosing equine tendon issues Ultrasound is also used to perform pregnancy checks on horses, goats, dogs and cats. *Horses - can be checked as early as 10-14 days *Dogs - 30 days *Goats - 30 days

  Price: 131.00 Canine Pregnancy check; $162 Abdominal; $162 Cardiac

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  Dental Services (Small Animal)

  Your pet's teeth cleaning procedure is similar to your own except during his/her procedure, it will be under anesthesia. This is required so our Technician will be able to clean each tooth, the gums and the Veterinarian can perform any extractions deemed necessary. Your pet's teeth will then be polished. Removal of Tartar Tartar deposits are easily formed in a dog's mouth. All it takes is a few days without tooth brushing. Tartar, also known as calculus is primarily caused by deposits of plaque. Plaque is formed as a thin pellicle on the surface of the teeth and is a mix of bacteria, minerals from the saliva and food remains. Plaque may be removed with regular at-home teeth brushing. However, if plaque is not removed, it will turn into tartar; tartar can only be removed by a professional pet dental hygienist. Pets that have a diet based on wet food are more exposed to tartar deposits; kibble food is beneficial for dental hygiene, as it is abrasive and can clean the plaque. Preventing Gum and Periodontal Disease The deposits of tartar may lead to complications such as gum disease, gingivitis or periodontal disease. Your pet may suffer from dental abscesses and lose teeth. Also, the bacteria from your pet's mouth may enter the their body and cause heart, kidney or liver problems. A professional cleaning will prevent all these diseases, ensuring that your pet has healthy teeth. Whiter Teeth A professional cleaning and polishing will remove any deposits of tartar and plaque and will give your pet a white smile. No More Bad Breath Bad breath may be caused by the deposits of tartar and bacteria. A thorough cleaning of your pet's teeth will eliminate bad breath. However, if the halitosis is caused by other internal diseases, a dental cleaning will not solve the problem. Early Detection of Dental Problems A professional cleaning is performed by a trained Veterinarian or Technician who will inspect the teeth, gums and mouth of your pet. Tooth decay, abscesses or any other dental problem may not be evident for an untrained eye but your Veterinarian may detect these, even if they are at an initial phase, preventing pain and other complications. Many diseases show early symptoms in the mouth of your pet, so these diseases may be detected in the incipient phases and your pet may receive treatment. NOTE: February is National Pet Dental Month! Our clinic offers a 20% discount every year off your pet's dental cleaning during the month. (Teeth extractions, medications, dental treats, etc. not included)

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  Digital Dental X-rays

  The Benefits of Digital Dental X-rays for Pets When your dog or cat has periodontal disease, much of the damage takes place below the gum line where neither you, nor your veterinarian at Bar N Veterinary Clinic can see it. For this reason we use digital dental x-rays to determine your pet’s oral health. Digital x-rays are safer for your pet and allow our staff to see the bones, roots and internal anatomy of the teeth. What to Expect When Your Pet Needs Dental X-Rays Dental x-rays are taken in conjunction with a full oral exam and cleaning. General anesthesia is required to provide the complete assessment of your pet’s mouth, including teeth and bone structure. Why Digital Dental X-Rays Are Superior The risk of radiation exposure for your pet is significantly lower with digital x-rays than traditional x-ray equipment. It fact, exposure is nearly non- existent. Digital dental x-rays make it possible to see below the surface of your pet’s gum line to fully evaluate each tooth. This technology enables the veterinarian to see results immediately and project them onto a computer screen to review. At this point, we are able to assess and develop a treatment plan.

  Price: 25.00

• Wellness Exams

• Vaccinations

  Canine: Rabies, DA2LPPC (Distemper, Adenovirus, Leptospira, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza, and Coronavirus), Lymes, Rattlesnake, Canine Influenza and Kennel Cough (oral) Feline: Rabies, Feline Leukemia and FVRCCP (Rhinotracheitis, Calici, Panleukopenia, Chlamydia)

• Microchipping

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  Baths & Limited Grooming

  We offer a variety of baths for your dog (& some cats too)! Just to make your pet smell better or medicated shampoos to treat for skin allergies or irritation. Grooming: *Nail trims *Anal Glands *Trims & Shave Downs (performed by our Technician, Carlee, on a limited appointment basis)

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  Climate-Controlled Boarding Facilities

  Let us love on your pets while you're away! We do require reservations to be made prior to any drop off of any animal boarding with us. Please call at anytime during office hours to check our availability. In 2013, we added a New separate building to house our Boarding clients. It has large individual runs and is heated and/or cooled year-round. Each of our boarders are allowed time in one of our 2 yards to exercise or play during their stay. Our Boarding Policy: 1) In order to give each and every one of our boarders the time and care they need, our boarder Check-In (Drop-off) times are anytime after 9:00 A.M. or before 4:30 P.M. Monday-Friday. Boarders must be Checked-Out (picked up) by 4:30 P.M. Monday-Friday If during busy or holiday times, Owner must pick-up pet(s) between 9 A.M. - 12 P.M.(noon) Monday-Friday and drop-off between 2 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. Monday-Friday. You will be charged a late pick-up or drop-off fee of $20.00 if Owner fails to comply with these designated pick-up times. NO Saturday or Sunday pick-ups are allowed! 2) Bring all your pet's medications in original bottles with a list of how much and when you give each one to help ensure they are given properly. 3) All dogs must be current on their Rabies, Dhlppc and Kennel Cough (Bordetella) - if NOT current on any or all, then MUST be vaccinated 10 days prior to boarding. - Canine Influenza vaccination is also highly recommended but not required PUPPIES: Minimum age to board is 12 weeks old and they must have at least 2 sets of Dhppc vaccinations 2 weeks prior to boarding. Owner must understand that the puppy is not 100% protected until after 18 wks old! All cats must be current on on their Rabies and FVRCP (Upper respiratory diseases). **Owner must E-mail, Fax or bring proof of all required vaccinations received from other Veterinary Clinics, Rescues or Animal Shelters. NO owner vaccinations accepted! 4) All pets should be on a prescribed flea prevention or will be given a Capstar before entering the kennel whether fleas are seen or not. Capstar is an oral flea pill that kills all fleas on the animal within 30-45 minutes. 5) All dogs who are not on a monthly Heartworm prevention, a fecal is recommended but your pet must be de-wormed prior to boarding at our facility. Fecal and de-worming can be done the day of check-in. 6) We feed a sensitive skin and stomach diet and Royal Canin Small Bites in the kennel. If your pet is on a special diet or is a finicky eater, please only bring enough food for the length of their stay. Please do not bring your pet's food/water bowls and NO 50 lb. bags of food unless needed for length of stay! Please make sure to measure out enough food and put in a plastic container or Ziplock baggie(s). 7) Please bring toys, blankets and/or personal items for your pet to make his/her stay more comfortable. We strive to provide the best care and compassion for your pets. If at any time we have the need for special or emergency treatments while your pet is boarding with us, we will first attempt to contact you or your emergency contact to inform of the situation. However, if unable to reach anyone, we will provide treatment as needed. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding of our policies to provide a fair and timely service to all.

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  Dog and Cat Daycare

  Looking for a safe & F-U-N place to leave your pet during the day or just for a few hours to get out for a treat? Offered Monday-Friday with Full-day or 1/2-day sessions. At Bar N Daycare, we know that when you leave your pet, you want them to be safe, have fun and not be bored or stressed out. We take pride in offering just that! We truly care about your pets and when you leave them in the loving, experienced care of our Kennel staff, we strive to make every daycare experience a positive one. After spending time with us, we want your pet to run through our front door in anticipation of seeing us again. Dogs are treated to the indoor climate-controlled facility with a bright color scheme, a building infused with calming lavender scented plug-ins & soothing classical music of “Through A Dog’s Ear” is played to provide a relaxing atmosphere. With a Full day of daycare, Your pet will be provided up to 5 walks/day along with special “Play Time” where they get to enjoy our Outdoor Playground & interact with our staff on a One-on-One basis. We also offer a list of “Special Extras” each for an additional fee, which includes: * Bubble Time with bacon or peanut butter scented bubbles for dogs and catnip scented bubbles for cats * Extra Snuggles & Belly Rubs * Afternoon snack * Video Call from your pet so you may check in during their day/stay with us. ** Medications that need to be given to your pet will have an additional fee also. Cats are treated to 2-story cat condos with clear backs so they can be entertained by the birds eating at the feeders located outside a large window. The feeding area & Litter box each have their own separate areas. “Roaming/Playing” time is allowed throughout their stay where your cat will be removed from their condo, allowed to climb the large cat tree, check out the catwalks located high above all around the room, play with the interactive toys as well as have staff interaction. Our Daycare is part of a veterinary clinic and therefore, our cleaning protocols are of the highest standards to provide a clean, safe & virus-free environment for your pet. We ask Clients who want to take advantage of our Doggy Daycare and/or Boarding services to bring their pet to our location beforehand for a “Meet & Greet”. This is a free, no-obligation, scheduled appointment where owners & their pet can receive a tour of our facilities & meet our staff. See our Website for more details at https://barnveterinaryclinic.com/daycare/ or call us at 254-865-8466

  Link: Dog and Cat Daycare

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  Science Diet Prescription and Royal Canin Pet Foods

  We have proudly endorsed & sold Hill's Science Diet Pet Foods for over 20 years. We also prescribe their prescription foods for the specific needs of your pet.

• Heartworm Preventative Medications

  We carry Heartgard, Interceptor Plus, Revolution, Nexgard Plus(Dogs), Nexgard Combo(Cats) and Proheart 12

• Flea/Tick Preventatives

  We stock: Bravecto (Dogs & Cats), Seresto collar (Dogs & Cats), Nexgard Plus (Dogs), Nexgard combo(Cats) and Revolution (Cats) Bravecto Quantum which is one injection that lasts one year for flea and 8 month for tick prevention.

• Dental treats - Dogs

  February is National Pet Dental Month and our clinic offers products at a 20% discount for the entire month.

• Puppy Training & Pet Behavior Consulting

  One of our Veterinary Technicians, Jamie Newman, is available for private Puppy Training Classes and/or consultation on your pet's behavior problems. She can be contacted during business hours to set up an appointment to meet with you to discuss solutions for you & your pet.