One of the most neglected aspects of pet health is dental care. A fact that you may find surprising is that regular dental screenings and oral hygiene can actually add years to the life of your pet.

Symptoms can include not only itchy skin, but also ear infections, anal gland issues, skin infections, hair, and paw-pads. We at East Point Animal Hospital are well versed in diagnosing and treating all dermatological conditions.

East Point Animal Clinic stays on top of the latest diagnostic tools and techniques so that we are confident we are offering our clients the most accurate diagnosis obtained in the most efficient way. 

We perform routine preventative care for healthy sheep and goats, providing the diagnosis and treatment of sick sheep and goats, along with a variety of veterinary medical and surgical procedures.

Heartworm disease is a serious and possibly fatal condition that can affect indoor and outdoor pets. We recommend annual testing for heartworms as well as a preventive treatment program. Testing for the presence of heartworms is quick, easy, and economical, and preventive treatment is much more cost effective than medical care for an infected animal.

We offer expert care for backyard poultry, including health checks, disease prevention, nutrition guidance, and treatment for common illnesses. Whether you have a small flock of laying hens or a few pet chickens, we’re here to help keep them healthy and thriving.

Our doctors help animals experience terminal illness and the dying process with dignity. While it is never easy to say goodbye to your faithful companion, we do everything we can to make the process of euthanasia as peaceful as can be.

When pets are sick and not feeling well, it is important to gather as much information about their health condition as quickly as possible so that we can start treatment right away. 

East Point Animal Hospital has experience in providing reproductive services for large and small animal breeding. If you have tried breeding your animal without success, our veterinarian and experienced staff can facilitate your pet in all phases of reproductive services including fertility treatments, insemination, pregnancy surveillance, and delivery.

Providing routine surgical services including spays and neuters, a variety of soft tissue surgeries such as exploratory surgery, biopsies, excision of abnormal growths, mass removals, removal of foreign materials causing obstruction in the digestive tract, as well as wound and laceration repairs. Further additional specialized surgical procedures can also be performed.

Ultrasound is an extremely useful, non-invasive diagnostic instrument that produces clear, easy to read images that are more detailed than an x-ray. It allows us to visualize the internal organs and other structures inside the body so they can find abnormalities that cannot be seen or felt during a physical examination. 

To stay ahead of the curve with your pet’s health and to help avoid serious health problems later in your pet’s life, we recommend annual check-ups that include an exam and blood work, parasite testing, heartworm testing, and consistent preventative care.