Preventive Care

• Dental Care
  “Proper dental care for pets is about more than just bad breath, the bacteria that accumulates in the oral cavity can lead to health problems in the heart, kidney, and liver. It’s important to make sure your pet’s teeth and gums are healthy, and to schedule professional cleanings to clean the parts of the oral cavity you can’t see.”
• Vaccination
  Our range of services encompasses examinations, consultations, preventive care, affordable vaccinations, tailored diet recommendations, wellness programs for pets of all ages, dental and surgical procedures, as well as boarding facilities. Additionally, we provide advanced diagnostics such as digital radiology and ultrasound, along with breeding consultations and year-round emergency care.
• Nutritional Counseling
  Our staff is dedicated to working with you to ensure your pet’s health. One of the biggest problems we see is with proper nutrition, which is why we offer nutritional counseling to all of our clients. Developing and maintaining a balanced diet is paramount to good health, so we have a variety of different nutritional plans for your pet to go on. This might range from a special post surgery diet to a diet that helps combat or prevent disease, but rest assured that we have the right plan for your animal. With our weight management programs we can get your pet to it’s target weight, but we can also give you a lot of advice and tips on proper feeding, healthy snacks, and exercise.
• Comprehensive Examination
  Bringing your pet to West Charleston Animal Hospital for physical examinations is crucial to his or her health. We offer thorough physical examinations so that we can detect any potential problems ahead of time. There are many pet health problems that could be avoided through regular physical exams, which is why we recommend that your pet has at least two examinations with our staff per year. While physical exams are critical to animal health, you can do your part too by being a vigilant pet owner. If you notice any irregularities with your pet, take detailed notes and bring him or her to WCAH for an examination.

Illness Treatment

• Parasites Treatment and Control
  Getting the dosage right is critical when using Ivermectin for cats. The safe dosage range can vary depending on the condition being treated but typically is much lower than Ivermectin dosage for humans. For instance, heartworm prevention might require a dose as low as 0.024 mg/kg, administered monthly. Always consult with a veterinarian to determine the appropriate dosage for your cat’s specific health needs and to monitor for any potential side effects.
• Pain Management
  We also advise pre-operative lab work to test kidney and liver functions (the main organs that metabolize anesthesia), complete blood counts, and blood glucose levels. Our patients are closely monitored throughout surgery using EKG/pulse oximeters. Fluids and pain medications are administered through an IV catheter. Pain management will be used for all procedures that cause some degree of pain or discomfort.
• Vomiting Treatment
• Skin Condition and Allergy Treatment
  In some cases, Ivermectin cream may be prescribed for cats suffering from skin conditions. While less common than oral or injectable forms, the cream can be useful for localized issues on the skin’s surface, offering targeted treatment with minimal systemic absorption. This can reduce the risk of side effects associated with broader systemic treatments.
• Upper Respiratory Illness Treatment
  Senior Wellness Panels should be performed annually on all pets over 7 years of age for routine monitoring, unless a problem should arise. Testing for dogs and cats includes: kidney and liver values, pancreas, electrolytes, protein levels, thyroid, blood pressure and urine. Senior comprehensive exams include the above-mentioned blood tests plus thoracic and abdominal radiographs to check for possible organ enlargement or tumors. Did you know that obesity is a true disease process which can lead to complications that jeopardize your pet’s health? Conditions such as diabetes mellitus, osteoarthritis, cardiac disease, and respiratory disease all develop more readily in obese pets. During each veterinary exam, your pet’s body condition score is evaluated. If your pet is found to be overweight or obese, diagnostic testing may be advised to rule out underlying problems. Personalized weight management programs may include special therapeutic diets and an exercise plan. Weekly to monthly clinic weigh-ins are important to check your pet’s progress and stay on track.

Infection Treatment

• Parvovirus Infection Treatment
  All dogs must be current for Parvovirus, Distemper, Bordetella, Rabies, and Canine Influenza. All cats must be current on Feline Leukemia, FVRCP, and Rabies. Proof of vaccines and a fecal test are also required before we can accommodate your pets.
• Feline Retro Virus Treatment
  Outdoor cats: In addition to the above, cats that visit outdoors are advised to have a Feline leukemia (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) test performed every 6-12 months.

Chronic Condition Treatment

• Arthritis Treatment
  Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common and debilitating condition affecting both dogs and cats, leading to chronic pain and reduced quality of life. Traditional treatments, primarily involving non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs …
• Diabetes Treatment
• Thyroid Disease Treatment
• Heart Disease Treatment
  Ultrasound offers a non-invasive, non-painful method for diagnosing many diseases. An ultrasound is different than an x-ray in that sound, rather than radiation, is used to create the image. This enables us to not only see the structure we are looking at, but to also see inside. Unlike conventional x-rays which can cause harm if used excessively, evidence shows that ultrasound is completely safe from these side-effects, and can be performed on the pet while they are fully awake. Ultrasound is an invaluable tool in assisting in the diagnosis of various diseases including, heart disease, kidney and bladder disease, liver problems, and diseases of other major organs. We can also look inside the bladder for stones and growths.
• Periodontal Disease Treatment
  Periodontal disease is the most common disease in dogs and cats and the importance of dental health is often overlooked by pet owners. More than 85% of dogs and cats over four years of age suffer from periodontal disease. Bad breath is usually the first sign of this condition. The same bacterium that causes bad breath, if left untreated, can spread through the blood stream and damage the kidneys, heart, and other organs. Other signs of periodontal disease include bleeding gums; loss of appetite; pawing at the face; irritability, lethargy, and depression.Your pet is never too old for routine dental care. You can reduce the risk of periodontal disease with a comprehensive dental examination, professional dental cleaning, and good home preventative care.
• Cancer Treatment
  Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in dogs, often diagnosed too late for effective treatment. This is where Nu.Q Canine Cancer Screening comes into play, offering …

Surgery

• Dental Surgery
  For pets with no prior periodontal problems we recommend a yearly oral exam and cleaning. For pets that have been previously diagnosed with periodontal disease, we recommend they be seen every six months to keep their mouth healthy and pain-free. Our dental services include: routine cleaning and polishing, extractions, digital x-rays, and oral surgery. We also have access to dental specialists. Home care is also extremely important and we offer many items to aid you in the care of your pet’s teeth; including flavored/edible toothpastes (never use human toothpaste); specially designed tooth brushes; weekly plaque prevention kits; oral rinses; and dental chews with enzymatic properties.
• Veterinary Surgery
• Spaying and Neutering
  There are both medical and behavioral reasons to have your dogs or cat surgically spayed or neutered. Spaying helps prevent uterine infections and breast tumors, which are malignant or cancerous in about 50 percent of dogs and 90 percent of cats. Spaying your pet before her first heat offers the best protection from these diseases. Neutering your male companion prevents testicular cancer and some prostate problems. Spayed and neutered pets are also less prone to urine marking behavior and aggressive behavior.

Lab and X-Rays

• Laboratory Services
  Very often ultrasound is used in conjunction with x-rays in making the correct diagnosis. Ultrasound also allows the doctor to achieve a depth of detail that is not possible with x-rays. Organs that are difficult to see clearly on film radiographs can easily be seen with ultrasound. Internal abnormalities such as masses, cysts, and abscesses can not only be seen, but can also be identified and measured. Ultrasound evaluation of your pet after a severe injury can provide information almost instantly to determine if emergency life-saving surgery is required. This technology can also look inside the beating heart, helping assist us in diagnosing and monitoring heart conditions. Finally, ultrasounds can aid in diagnosing pregnancy earlier than radiology and more cost effectively than blood tests, and we can monitor the growth and number of puppies and kittens.
• X-Ray
• Microchipping
  1 out of 3 pets will get lost at some point in their lifetime. Without identification, 90% will not return home. The Home Again Microchip is a safe, non-migrating microchip with an unalterable 10 digit code which lasts the entire life of your pet. The chip is approximately the size of a grain of rice and is injected between your pet’s shoulder blades. While collars with identification tags are strongly recommended for all cats and dogs, they can be lost or removed leaving the lost pet with no means of verifying its owner.

General Pet Care

• Boarding
  At West Charleston Animal Hospital we want to make sure your pet is always comfortable, and that’s why our Pet Hotel is second to none in service and accommodations. Our extensive boarding facilities include private dog runs that are perfect for large and even giant dogs. We have a number of runs as well that are comfortable for multiple dogs. And our cat condos provide ample room for felines to bask and relax.
• Grooming
  All residents living within the city of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson are by law required to license their pets. Click here to visit the city’s pet licensing page. People residing in the unincorporated area of Clark County are no longer required to have a pet license. In order to obtain a license for your pet you must have a current Rabies certificate. Other vaccines are strongly recommended for the protection and health of your pet as well as other animals he may come in contact with, i.e. grooming and boarding facilities, and dog parks, etc. Puppies and kittens receive important nutrients and antibodies from their mothers’ milk while they are nursing. However, once they are weaned, this passive form of protection is lost. It is at this point in their life that a vaccination program should be started.
• Senior Pet Care