We are dedicated to help sick and injured wildlife. We work closely with licensed wildlife rehabilitators, in particular Flint Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation, as well as local animal control officers. We will provide the medical treatment required and then they take over the continued care until the animals are released to the wild. This work is closely regulated by the federal government.
When a beloved pet passes away we offer several options for the final disposition of the body, including burial and multiple options for cremation. We deal only with very reputable companies so you can rest assured your beloved pet will be handled with dignity and taken care of as you request.
In the unfortunate circumstance that your pet may pass away at home and you would like to know why, we conduct complete necropsy (necropsy in pets, autopsy in humans) procedures. Many times the cause is apparent but sometimes samples may have to be taken and submitted to an outside laboratory to complete the diagnostic process. First of all let us define a few terms, biopsy, histopathology, autopsy and necropsy. Understanding these terms and their differences will greatly aid our discussion. A biopsy is when a sample is taken from a living animal for diagnostic evaluation. This usually refers to tissue…
On the occasion where you pet may need to be hospitalized we have treatment wards and also temperature/humidity controlled incubators if needed. In addition, we have an isolation ward, with airflow directed out of ward directly outside, to limit any cross contamination if an animal with a contagious condition is hospitalized. We have various hospitalization wards to provide for the care of your dog or cat. We have a presurgical ward where animals are placed before and after surgery. They can be monitored carefully as they recover from a surgical procedure. We have two other wards that can be used…
We have an in-house pharmacy so we can provide you with medications we prescribe for your pets. We also compound certain medications as well. This is a convenience for both you and your pet! One of the AAHA accreditation requirements is to have a fully stocked in house pharmacy which we do have. As we see a wide variety of animals at Niles Animal Hospital, it goes without saying that we have to have a equally diverse inventory of medications in order to provide for their care. We have all sorts of medications including antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, anti-inflammatories, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories,…
We have a Class IV therapy laser for the treatment of all sorts of disease conditions in our animal patients: dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, and wildlife. Laser therapy is being used worldwide in both people and pets. The application of laser therapy is a powerful tool in providing care through the relief of pain and swelling, as a local and systemic anti-inflammatory mediator, as a superior means of healing wounds or injuries, as a stimulation of the acupuncture points (needleless acupuncture) and as a solution to many persistent dermatological disorders. In addition, we have a diode surgical laser which…
We know the issue of pain management is of great concern to pet owners today. As in human medicine, we have a variety of medications available to manage your pet’s pain both before and after surgery and in the event of trauma. We would be pleased to discuss the options available to you and your pet under any of the above circumstances.
Our experienced team of veterinarians and veterinary technicians provides many services at our clinic, ranging from routine to advanced procedures. Although we handle the majority of your pet’s medical and surgical needs in-house, we occasionally refer patients to veterinary specialists or specialty clinics when advanced training or equipment will be beneficial. Board-certified specialists, such as oncologists, ophthalmologists, and neurologists, have extensive experience and training in a particular area of veterinary medicine or surgery. Specialty clinics and university-affiliated referral centers have specialized equipment to perform procedures that are not routinely performed by general veterinary practitioners. We make referral decisions because we…
Has your pet been diagnosed with a condition that you are unfamiliar with? Are you interested in learning more about how a particular drug works? Would you like more information or advice on behavior, nutrition, or administering medications? We are always here to discuss these topics and more, but sometimes you may want to investigate or explore on your own, which is why we provide an extensive collection of pet health information. Considering the wide availability of information on the Internet, it can be difficult to differentiate between what’s trustworthy and what’s not. The Pet Health section of our website…
Losing a pet can be extremely upsetting, sometimes even more so than you might expect. We have such a close bond with our pets, so letting go is never easy and is often filled with pain, sadness, depression—even anger. Our team understands these feelings, as many of us have also lost pets of our own. The emotions we go through are real and nothing to be ashamed of. Whether your loss is recent or you’ve been grieving for weeks, we are here to help you through this sad transition. We can also help your children understand and cope with their…