Preventative Health Care

Annual examinations for pets are a must! We prefer to discover any medical or dental abnormalities and address behavioral, nutritional and environmental issues before they become problems. We may also need to perform diagnostic tests and provide vaccinations at the annual visit. Juvenile or geriatric pets should see a veterinarian more frequently, but even young adults benefit from an annual visit

Surgery

Dr. Lucas is a skilled surgeon who has successfully performed thousands of procedures from the "routine" neutering and spaying to major orthopedic operations. He is excited to offer laser surgery to minimize pain and bleeding.   The TLC surgical philosophy emphasizes the safety and comfort of patients. We follow American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) surgical preparation standards, and we use state-of-the-art equipment, including pulse oximetry and a cardiac monitor for tracking anesthetized patients. We can also perform same-day blood analysis and  EKG analysis if needed prior to your pet's procedure. We deliver sevoflurane anesthesia or isoflurane anesthesia through an apparatus equipped with a respirator, we utilize pain control medications, and we even have a heated surgery table. While there can never be a guarantee of safety with anesthesia, our anesthetic track record is excellent.

Boarding

We can comfortably board your pet. Dogs and cats are kept in separate clean, climate-controlled areas and are fed premium quality diets. Some special cat "condos" and indoor runs are available. Dogs are individually walked at least three times daily (including weekend evenings). A reservation for boarding is strongly recommended as space is limited, and a non-refundable deposit may be needed for peak weekends and holidays.

Grooming

We do provide baths and limited grooming services, and we can assist with your pet's special needs and flea/tick issues. Many of our clients also enjoy the courtesy nail trims at anesthesia-requiring visits.

Dental Care

While many people still are not aware of pet dental care, good oral health can lead to a longer and more comfortable life (and better breath) for your pet. We carry an extensive line of products to simplify oral hygiene. We offer ultrasonic and manual cleaning, flouride treatment, and x-rays.

We are proud to provide the following special services

Microchip Identification of Pets: We can provide dogs and cats with inexpensive, permanent identification chips that allow shelters to reunite lost pets with their families. This service is becoming more popular every year.

Complete Flea Program: With so many new medications and products available, flea control has become much easier. We can help you decide which items may be most advantageous for your household needs.

Exotic Pet Care: Dr. Lucas enjoys helping ferrets, rabbits, rodents, birds, reptiles, and other "exotic" pets and has additional training and experience with these species.

Behavioral Management: "Bad" behavior can ruin the relationship between you and your pet. We may be able to help through simple protocols, trainers and medications.

Specialist Referrals: We always try to offer you the best options for treatment of your pet.

Fees

We try to keep our costs reasonable and provide estimates when requested, but we do anticipate payment when services are rendered unless special arrangements have already been made. We conveniently accept cash, checks, debit cards, and most major credit cards.

Hours

Lodging

We can comfortably board your pet. Dogs and cats are kept in separate clean, climate-controlled areas and are fed premium quality diets. Some special cat "condos" and indoor runs are available. Dogs are individually walked at least three times daily (including weekend evenings). A reservation for boarding is strongly recommended as space is limited, and a non-refundable deposit may be needed for peak weekends and holidays.