Services
Because our pets age more quickly than humans,
we stress the importance of an annual physical examination.

Thorough Check-ups and preventative care can help alleviate serious health problems.

We offer a wide range of veterinary services to keep your companions feeling their best. 

Our surgical suite
 Surgery:  Our state-of-the-art surgical suite, including a surgical laser, provides for the performance of a wide variety of surgical procedures. We utilize the safest available anesthetics to provide an extra margin of safety, especially for our older or high-risk patients. Using the most modern equipment, the patient's vital
Radiology: Our on-site, modern digital x-ray equipment provides high quality radiographs to aid in the quick diagnosis of many disorders.

Foreign Body (Bracelet Links in Intestines)


Bladder Stone
Ultrasonography and Electrocardiography: We have ultrasonography services available through a mobile ultrasound company, Petsafe Diagnostics. Electrocardiograms can be performed in-house, and can be sent to cardiology specialists for further evaluation as needed.
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 Dentistry:  Our dental services include digital dental x-rays, teeth cleaning and polishing, tooth extractions and minor oral surgery
 

VideoVetscope: Our vetscope, primarily used as a video otoscope, is a valuble tool when treating ear problems.  It facilitates both the treatment of severe or chronic ear infections and allows us to share images from deep inside the ear with the pet's owners. The links to the right are examples of such images


Laboratory:  Our in-house laboratory facilities provide for serum chemistry, hematology, serology, urinalysis and parasite testing. We also utilize commercial veterinary laboratories for specialized diagnostics and consultations.
                                               

Permanent identification: We offer microchip identification, the AVID Friendchip. The microchip is the size of a grain of rice, and is implanted under the skin using a large needle. The microchip contains an ID number, and you register your contact information to that number (there is a one-time registration fee). Animal hosptials and shelters have scanners that we routinely use to screen stray animals; if a microchip is found, we call and obtain the owner's contact information. Implantation is discounted if done at the time of an anesthetic procedure (i.e. spay or neuter).


 
                                         
 
Individualized Flea Control Programs:  We develop programs for the specific needs of your pet and your own particular environmental situation. We will review with you the best ways to control fleas in your house, in your yard and on your pet.
     
 

Dietary Counseling:  Our doctors and staff can provide individualized guidance regarding your pet's nutritional needs for each life stage, including dietary requirements for growth, weight maintenance and performance.

Behavioral Counseling:  We can provide advice regarding the correction of problems such as excessive barking, chewing, spraying, scratching, digging, house soiling and aggression and recommend trainers.



 

Boarding:  Whiskers and Paws Pet Resort is located in Murphy Road Animal Hospital. All boarders receive personal attention from our caring staff. Our facility is indoors, providing different size accommodations to fit your pet, and we walk all dog guests three times daily in our fenced backyard.  We feed Science Diet Sensitive Stomach to all boarders; however, it is recommended for pets on a special diet to bring their own food.  We can provide bedding and bowls.  Pets may be dropped off and picked up during regular business hours Monday through Saturday.  We have additional pickup times Saturday and Sunday at 5:00 pm.  Reservations and inquiries can be made by calling Whiskers and Paws at 972-496-4126


 

Daycare:  Whiskers and Paws Pet Resort is located in Murphy Road Animal Hospital.  Our mission is to provide your dog with a safe and healthy play environment to enrich their spirit, increase their social skills, offer a off-leash area to exercise their body, and give hours of play to stimulate their mind. Supervised by caring trainers, our daycare offers an educational alternative with exercise, socialization, and with opportunities to learn new skills while interacting with other dogs.  Reservations and inquiries can be made by calling Whiskers and Paws at 972-496-4126 ext.111
 Grooming:  We share our building with a full-service groomer, Precious Pups. Appointments and inquiries can be made by calling Precious Pups at 972-496-1636

Emergency/After Hours Care:  If your pet needs urgent medical attention during regular business hours, call 972-496-4126. Unfortuanately, illnesses and injuries sometimes arise and when our offices are closed.  At those times, you can turn to the clinics listed below, who provide a full range of medical services and are open when we are closed.  In a life-threatening situation, you may want to call ahead to let them know you are on your way so they can prepare to treat your pet.