Pet Medical Center Santa Monica animal clinic services

ADDITIONAL VETERINARY SERVICES

Microchip Your Pet

Every day a beloved family pet is lost. Tragically, most never make it back home because their owners didn't identify them. The MicroChip is the professional way to identify your pet and is proven safe and effective.

A tiny MicroChip that contains a personal identification number distinguishes your pet as a special member of your family. The MicroChip is so tiny that it fits through a hypodermic needle. Just like a vaccination, it is injected under the skin of your pet where it remains safely for life. This inexpensive procedure can be done anytime and protects virtually any pet in your household.

Veterinary Ultrasound

We also offer advanced Ultrasound technology to help us diagnose your pet's medical condition without the trauma of invasive exploratory surgery.

Ultrasound imaging can give us a clear and precise format from which to determine the most effective treatment options for your pet.

Our EKG and Pulse Oximetry equipment can monitor your Pet's heart rate and vital signs to better determine how well your Pet is responding to treatment and during surgical procedures.

New Puppy & Kitten Visits

These first visits are especially fun and very important in getting your new pet off to a good start. Our doctors perform thorough physical examinations, focusing on any internal or external parasite problems, congenital or developmental abnormalities. Our doctors and assistants will give you the latest information about diet, training, and preventative care.

Older Pets

We provide special attention to aging pets focusing on preventative measures and the early detection and treatment of problems.

Older patients commonly experience the same problems that older humans do such as heart problems, diabetes, arthritis, chronic renal insufficiency, dental problems, hearing and vision loss, etc. Many of these conditions we can treat to extend and improve your older pet’s quality of life.

Pain Management

At Santa Monica Pet Medical Center we believe in aggressive pain management during post-surgical recovery and for those medical conditions that have the potential to diminish the quality of your pet's life. Compassion and commitment to your pet's well being is our primary concern.

Eye Care

Using a state-of-the-art device called a Tonopen, we are able to accurately measure your pet’s intraocular pressure with this quick, painless procedure. We use this diagnostic test any time we have a patient present with a “red eye”. We also recommend screening tests for those breeds prone to primary glaucoma.

Arthritis & Degenerative Diseases

Santa Monica Pet Medical Center offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment options for orthopedic and degenerative problems your pet may be experiencing. Our Doctors will apprise you of the many new orthopedic surgical procedures and medications currently available to help restore your pet's mobility.

Is your pet losing the battle of the bulge?

Whether your pet is fighting a weight problem or requires special diet in conjunction with health care management and treatment, our Doctors will counsel you on the many nutritional options that are available to pet owners including pet Prescription Diets designed to specifically address your pet's nutritional needs.

Behavior Counseling

Often times, behavior modification techniques can help your pet to live a happier and healthier life. We offer behavioral counseling for dogs and cats concerning such issues as separation anxiety, aggression, inappropriate urination, and many other problems that your pets may be experiencing.