VETERINARY CARE
Our goal at Newport Center Animal Hospital is to provide your pet with first
class veterinary medical service. We are a state of the art facility that offers our patients the latest in diagnostics, radiographs, dentistry and surgery. Our modern equipment includes ultrasound and a laser surgical unit which reduces post-operative bleeding, swelling and pain. Staff doctors attend a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education a year. All breeds of dogs and cats are welcome. Our Veterinarian is available 4 days a week to treat medical conditions noted when your pets are in for grooming and bathing services, or staying with us for daycare or overnight at our Newport Center Pet Hotel Suites.
Our veterinary team is here to assist you and your pet with both outpatient and inpatient care. Our doctor and technician will address all of your concerns and we encourage you to ask questions. A big part of our job is client education and we welcome the opportunity to help you provide the best for your pet. Due to the many recent discoveries in veterinary medicine, your pet can be protected against most major diseases. We strongly recommend a comprehensive examination at least once a year in order to detect potential problems. When it comes to veterinary medicine, prevention truly IS the best medicine. Doctors and staff at Newport Center Animal Hospital are dedicated to being an integral part of your pet’s care during every stage of life.
WELLNESS PROGRAMS
We strive to keep your pet in peak health and prevent illness whenever possible. The time and effort invested in Wellness programs has rewards for both pets and owners. Our Wellness programs are designed specifically for your pet and include: Comprehensive physical exam; internal parasite testing; heartworm and flea control; vaccination program; and specialized blood tests for all life stages.
New Puppy or Kitten Wellness
Getting a new puppy or kitten is a wonderful experience and we’re here to help get the newest member of your family off to a perfect start. Vaccinations, internal parasite prevention and flea control are just a few of the important health care issues we can help you with. Our staff will answer all your questions and will work with you to make sure your new pet gets the best in medical care. Greeting your new puppy or kitten is definitely a heart-warming benefit all of our staff looks forward too.
Senior Wellness
One of the most important things we do is encourage preventative well care, this is especially true for our clients with older pets. Old age is not a disease - it is a natural process that includes a variety of changes that can affect your pet's quality of life. By identifying changes early, we have a much better chance of keeping your pet as healthy as possible for as long as possible.
While healthy adult pets should be examined at least once a year to evaluate their weight, skin, teeth as well as the other major organs, older pets should be examined at least every 6 months because older pets are at increased risk for problems in these areas. Always remember the earlier we can detect a problem, the more we can do to minimize the effect.
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DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY TESTING
Newport Center Animal Hospital has teamed with with Antech Diagnotics to provide diagnostic laboratory testing for its patients. Test results ranging from internal parasite exams and titers to bloodwork and urinalysis can be received as early as the next day. More extensive diagnostic testing, such as biopsies and cultures, are also available.
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PHARMACY
We carry a full line of the latest veterinary pharmacology. After our veterinarian diagnoses your pet’s illness, he will prescribe the most appropriate medication while you wait. This is extremely convenient to our clients, as medications can be dispensed before leaving the hospital. The Newport Center Animal Hospital pharmacy assures your animal's medication needs are taken care of while at the hospital, and after discharge.
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SURGERY
Our hospital is well equipped to perform most minor and major surgical procedures from spays and neuters to more complicated emergency surgery.
Every surgery is done with strict sterility standards. Your pet’s vital signs during anesthesia will be closely observed through the use of a pulse oximeter, respiratory monitor, cardiac monitor, as well as the constant attentive eye of the surgical technician.
Prior to each surgery, each patient receives a thorough physical examination to identify any existing medical condition that may endanger your pet’s health. We then carefully place an IV catheter and start your pet on fluids to ensure adequate hydration.
Because not all problems can be detected on examination, we do require pre-anesthetic blood tests. These tests give us a more complete picture of your pet’s health and help assure us that your pet will metabolize the anesthesia well. Remember, you’re placing your pet in our care and we take that responsibility very seriously. Since every effort is made to help your pet feel secure and comfortable during each step of the procedures, we administer a pre-anesthetic injection to help your pet relax.
Your pet will recover under the care of the surgical technician. We realize you are concerned for you pet and are anxious to know how he’s doing. Once your pet is fully recovered, we will call you to let you know the surgery is complete so you can relax. |
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ULTRASOUND PROCEDURES
Ultrasound is a non-invasive technique for assessing anatomy and pathology. High-frequency sound waves produced from a hand held device are used to fully examine internal organs. Ultrasound examination is completely painless and generally can be performed using no sedation or anesthesia. Abdominal ultrasound has revolutionized the study of liver disease and is crucial to treating many types of cancer. Unlike conventional x-rays, which can be harmful if used excessively, evidence shows that ultrasound is free from these side-effects. Ultrasound is the best means to evaluate fluid filled and soft tissue organs. Simply put, ultrasound allows us to see the internal structure of many organs. |
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RADIOLOGY
We offer state-of-the-art digital radiology that produces outstanding radiographs. Radiographs are extremely helpful for diagnosing and monitoring many medical and surgical problems. Having the ability to digitally enhance the finished radiographs gives the veterinarian a tool to “zoom in” on specific areas without having to re-take the radiographs. We’re also able to send the radiograph directly to the computer monitors in our exam rooms so we can review them directly with you. A picture truly is worth a thousand words.
Portable Digital X-Ray Machine
Newport Center Animal Hospital is proud to add our portable digital x-ray machine to our offered services. Because of its small size, this x-ray machine allows for radiographs to be taken in many locations, most importantly while in the surgery room. Used primarily for use during dental cleanings, this machine provides immediate quality images to help ensure that all necessary extractions or problem areas can be addressed.
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