What You Can Expect From Us

At High Country Veterinary Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO, we always strive to meet the varying medical needs of our pet patients. Our goal is to have a veterinary health care team, who’s committed to providing exceptional client service to anyone who might need them.

Your pet’s annual vet checkup will include a complete physical exam, with a thorough investigation of their head, body and tail, and all their assorted cavities. This is to ensure every health issue will be diagnosed and treated properly.

Because even the most cooperative pet may not readily go along with a tooth and gum brushing, an annual cleaning by your veterinarian may be in order. Like you, your pet can lose their teeth because of decay and neglect. It’s a good idea to keep an accurate medical diary of the procedures and vaccinations they receive at the vet.

However, take note of things like your pet’s elimination habits and any physical changes or unusual occurrences. Keep track of small shifts in their behavior, including urinary marking habits and mood swings, along with diet and routine modifications. Remember to bring this information with you when you visit the vet.

These seemingly unrelated occurrences may help explain the results of your pet’s medical tests. Also, if you need to change vets, it’s good to have this journal to provide a complete medical history.

Choose a veterinarian who is calm, compassionate and is willing to explain all the procedures your pet undergoes. Try to find someone both you and your pet feel comfortable with. You must choose a clinic with qualified staff and facilities to undertake surgery and perform procedures requiring anesthesia like teeth cleaning.

Because of the general risks inherent to anesthesia, especially for old, young, or critically ill pets, your veterinarian will likely suggest a few exams, including a chest X-ray and lab work of blood and urine, before they anesthetize your pet. During the procedure, your little friend might need an IV drip; antibiotics may be necessary before and after.

We may refer you to a specialist, veterinarians who have completed advanced studies in specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, and emergency care, if your pet must undergo a procedure that requires more precise knowledge and experience.