Our Services
We offer a number of services from preventative care to general illness treatment. We provide surgery- both routine and nonroutine, and a surgical laser is used on specific surgeries. We also provide dental prophylactic services and oral surgery and treatment.
In-house diagnostics including radiology, cytology, blood work, and basic ultrasonography is available.
We do have some specialized services in Laser Therapy, Acupuncture, and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine.
Sora is receiving treatment for arthritis
Laser Therapy
Our clinic is proud to offer laser therapy, a non-invasive treatment designed to help reduce your pet’s pain and accelerate healing times. Laser therapy can be used on a variety of conditions, both acute and chronic, including: arthritis, post-operative pain, ear infections, wounds, and much more.
Your pet will feel a gentle, soothing warmth as their pain is eased and there is no clipping or shaving off fur. Laser therapy is effective on many conditions and for every pet. Most sessions only take a few minutes. Packages are available for long-term treatments.
Ask one of our veterinarians how laser therapy can benefit your pet today! Call or text (801) 901-6836 with any questions or to make an appointment.
Loki is receiving electro-acupuncture
Acupuncture and TCVM
Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) has four main components: acupuncture, herbal medicine, food therapy, and Tui-na (medical manipulation). Acupuncture usually involves the insertion of thin sterile needles into discrete and specific points on the body in order to cause a therapeutic effect. Acupuncture points are stimulated using very fine needles, almost as thin as a hair, and for that reason it’s non-painful. 95% of patients are comfortable with acupuncture therapy. Acupuncture has been shown to induce the following positive effects:
- Pain Relief
- Promotion of tissue healing processes
- Regulation of gastrointestinal motility
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Hormone and reproductive regulation
- Antifebrile effects
Many times, acupuncture is combined with herbal medicine because the use of herbs enhances the effectiveness of the acupuncture. Herbal medicine is available for a variety of conditions such as behavioral, pain management, GI issues, liver and kidney conditions, as well as cancer support. Interested in acupuncture and TCVM? Call or text 801-901-6836 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bresnahan, our certified acupuncturist, to find out how acupuncture and TCVM can help your pet.
Vaccine Schedule for Puppies
The Following vaccine schedule is recommended for all puppies. These are what we consider “core” vaccines and are recommended to prevent serious, contagious illnesses. If you have any questions about the vaccines, please don’t hesitate to ask us.
- 6 to 8 weeks: DAPP (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
- 9 to 11 weeks: DAPP (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
- 12 to 14 weeks: DAPP (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza)
- 15 to 16 weeks: DAPP (Distemper, Adenovirus, Parvovirus, Parainfluenza), Bordetella, Rabies
The following vaccines are optional and are recommended based on your dog’s lifestyle and exposure risk:
- Leptospirosis: recommended for dogs that go hiking, camping, hunting, or are around lakes, streams, ponds.
- Canine Influenza: recommended for dogs that go to dog parks, boarding, grooming, daycare, or are frequently around other dogs.
- Rattlesnake: recommended for dogs that go hiking, camping, or hunting in areas rattlesnakes are known to be.
Vaccine Schedule for Kittens
The following vaccine schedule is recommended for all kittens. These are what we consider “core” vaccines and are recommended to prevent serious, contagious illnesses. If you have any questions about the vaccines, please don’t hesitate to ask us.
- 6 to 8 weeks: FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia)
- 9 to 12 weeks: FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia), Feline Leukemia
- 12 to 16 weeks: FVRCP (Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia), Feline Leukemia, Rabies
Preventative care
Preventative care is an important part of your pet’s overall wellness and long-term health. From annual wellness exams and vaccines to regular dental care and blood work. We at Traverse Mountain Pet Care want to keep your furry family member around for as long as possible.
Vaccines, heartworm prevention, and tick prevention all protect your pet from potentially deadly diseases. Regular dental care will help your pet’s teeth from severe dental issues such as abscess, tooth loss, and harmful bacteria from the teeth affecting organs like the heart or kidneys. Regular blood work will monitor their liver and kidneys for any changes in functionality, as well as monitoring their thyroid, and checking for diabetes. The earlier we detect any changes in your pet’s health, the easier it will be to treat and manage long term.
If your pet is due for preventative care, you can schedule an appointment by texting or calling (801) 901-6836.
Surgery
Anytime your pet needs to have surgery, it can be an nerve-wracking experience knowing your pet is going under anesthesia. We want to make sure all of your questions have been answered. When your pet is scheduled to have surgery with us, you might be wondering all that entails. Below is a step-by-step process of when your pet stays with us while they have surgery.
- Your Pet will need to be fasted – no food or water the morning of surgery and no food after dinner the night before.
- You will drop your pet off between 8:00-8:30 am. There will be a couple of forms for you to sign when you get here – you can fill out one of the forms beforehand by clicking here.
- After your pet is dropped off, the doctor who will be doing your pet’s surgery will do a pre-surgical physical exam, and if they find any concerns on the exam, they will contact you.
- A blood sample will then be collected, and blood work will be done to check their CBC, liver, kidney, and blood glucose levels. If the doctor finds any concerns about their blood work, they will contact you.
- If everything is found to be normal with your pet’s exam and blood work, we will proceed with surgery. They will be given medications to help relax them and prepare them for sedation. Once they are relaxed, we will place an IV catheter in their leg and administer the anesthesia. An endotracheal tube will be placed, and they will be maintained on gas anesthetics for the surgery. Your pet will also receive IV fluids during surgery to help with blood pressure and to keep them hydrated after fasting.
- While your pet is being operated on, they are being closely monitored by a surgical assistant and with high-end monitoring equipment.
- Once surgery is done, a surgery assistant will use a therapy laser on the incision site to help reduce inflammation and speed up healing time. The surgery assistant also stays with your pet until they wake up from anesthesia.
- When your pet is out of surgery, we will call you and let you know how everything went and when they will be ready to go home.
If you have any questions about the surgery or the process, please don’t hesitate to reach out and ask us. You can call or text with any questions you have at (801) 901-6836.
Dental Services
If your pet needs a dental cleaning, it also means they will need to go under anesthesia as they don’t smile and open wide for us. It can be a nerve-wracking experience knowing your pet is going under anesthesia. We want to make sure all of your questions have been answered. When your pet is scheduled to have dental work done with us, you might be wondering all that entails. Below is a step-by-step process of when your pet stays with us while they have dental work done.
- Your pet will need to be fasted – no food or water the morning of surgery and no food after dinner the night before.
- You will drop your pet off between 8:00-8:30 am. There will be a couple of forms for you to sign when you get here – you can fill out one of the forms beforehand by clicking here.
- After your pet is dropped off, the doctor who will be supervising your pet’s dental will do a pre-surgical physical exam and if they find any concerns on the exam, they will contact you.
- A blood sample will then be collected and bloodwork will be done to check their CBC, liver, kidney, and blood glucose levels. If the doctor finds any concerns about their bloodwork, they will contact you.
- If everything is found to be normal with your pet’s exam and bloodwork, we will proceed with the dental work. They will be given medications to help relax them and prepare them for sedation. Once they are relaxed, we will place an IV catheter in their leg and administer the anesthesia. An endotracheal tube will be placed and they will be maintained on gas anesthetics for the dental procedure. Your pet will also receive IV fluids during surgery to help with blood pressure and to keep them hydrated after fasting.
- While your pet is getting the dental work done, they are being closely monitored by a surgical assistant and with high-end monitoring equipment.
- Radiographs will be taken of each tooth to assess overall health of the tooth, the roots, and the jawbone.
- After radiographs, each tooth will be individually examined for pockets, mobility, or other concerns affecting the tooth’s health.
- If extractions are deemed necessary, your pet will receive a local anesthetic to numb the area – just as you would receive at the dentist.
- After any problem teeth are removed, or if your pet did not need extractions, they will be scaled to remove any plaque and tartar on the tooth. We will scale all sides of the crown of the tooth, as well underneath the gumline.
- After cleaning, the teeth will then be polished.
- Once the dental work is done, the surgery assistant will stay with your pet until they wake up from anesthesia.
- When your pet is done with their procedure, we will call you and let you know how everything went and when they will be ready to go home.
If you have any questions about the dental procedure or the process, please don’t hesitate to reach out and ask us. You can call or text with any questions you have at (801) 901-6836.
Travel Certificates
Taking your pet with you to another state, or to another country? We can help with that! Different states, and different countries, have different requirements to enter with your pet. It is important to know what is required in advance – the process for some states and countries needs to be started months in advance.
- For Interstate Travel:
- Health Certificates need to be filled out within 10 days of your flight.
- For pets traveling to Hawaii, please visit https://hdoa.hawaii.gov/ai/aqs/aqs-info/
- Once requirements are met, and you are ready to complete the paperwork for pets traveling to another state, please fill out this form prior to appointment.
- For International Travel:
- Each country has their own steps and requirements to get in. Please visit: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pet-travel/take-pet-to-foreign-country to determine the requirements needed for your pet to travel.
- If you have any questions on what is required or what the forms are referring to, please don’t hesitate to ask.
- International Health certificates will need to be done 9-10 before your flight. This is because the international health certificates must be sent to California for approval before leaving. 10 days ensures we have enough time to get the certificate back to you before you travel.
- Once requirements are met, and you are ready to make the appointment for the paperwork to be completed (10 days from flight), please fill out this form prior to appointment.
Please call or text (801) 901-6836 with any questions about traveling with your pet.
Diagnostics
Diagnostics are an important step in your pet’s overall wellness. It allows the doctors to find conditions that are otherwise not detectable on a physical exam. With our in-house diagnostics, we are able to have results quickly, and in return start a treatment plan for your pet right away. Some diagnostic tools we have available to us:
- Radiography (Digital X-ray)
- In-House Laboratory – (Blood, Urine, and Fecal Analysis)
- Ultrasound
- Digital Cytology for Mass Evaluation
To learn more about diagnostic testing, and how it benefits your pet, please call or text (801) 901-6836.
End of Life Care
Saying goodbye to your beloved pet can be a very difficult and emotional decision. We are here to help you through the process and want your pet to feel the love you have for them in the decision you are making – just as you have always provided them with.
Determining when the right time is can sometimes be a harder decision than the decision to euthanize itself. If you have questions on when the right time is, please speak with us. While we can’t make the decision for you, we can help guide you. You can also visit the following link, which can help you assess your pet’s quality of life: https://irp.cdn-website.com/16c1e12e/files/uploaded/ohio_state_university_quality_of_life_scale.pdf
Once you have made the decision to euthanize, we want to accommodate you however we can. You can take all the time you need with your pet, and if there is anything else we can do for you and your pet during this difficult time please don’t hesitate to ask. Please contact us if you have any questions about your pet’s end-of-life care.