Pet Care You Can Trust

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As a small animal general practice, we are experienced in providing comprehensive veterinary care to our patients – from the first puppy or kitten visit, through young adulthood and middle age, into the senior years and to end of life care. We partner with our clients in making informed, compassionate decisions in all these stages of life. From pet dental care to vet wellness services, our office is dedicated to delivering the best veterinary care in Conway, AR!

Wellness

At Vilonia Animal Clinic, we believe in preventative care. Just as humans should visit their doctor regularly for wellness visits, so should your pet. Wellness visits allow the doctors to perform full physical and dental exams and perform routine testing and administer appropriate vaccines. It is also a time to discuss your pet’s diet, lifestyle changes, behavior changes or issues, and discuss routine medications and supplements and help determine if adjustments are necessary.

Adult Canine Annual Wellness Package

Complete Physical Exam
Heartworm Test with Tick Profile Screen
Intestinal Parasite Screen
Rabies Vaccination
DHAPP/CV Vaccination
Lyme Disease Vaccination

Adult Feline Annual Wellness Package

Complete Physical Examination
Intestinal Parasite Treatment
Rabies Vaccination
FVRCP Vaccination
Feline Leukemia Vaccination

At what age do puppies and kittens need their first wellness visit and vaccines?

A: 6 weeks

Surgery

Surgery can be especially stressful for both you and your pet, but we can alleviate some worries. Our doctors recommend pre-anesthetic blood work prior to surgical procedures. For certain patients, the doctors might recommend or require other testing, such as an ECG.

In addition to electrical monitoring, your pet will be assigned a technician to monitor anesthesia level, heart rate, and respiration throughout surgery and recovery

Here are some of the surgical procedures we perform:

Procedures

Soft Tissue

Canine/Feline Ovariohysterectomy (Spay)

Canine/Feline (Neuter)

Cystotomies (Bladder Stones)

Exploratory Celiotomies

Cesarean Section

Orthopedic

External Fixators

Amputations

Patella Luxation Repair

Trochleoplasty

FHO (Femoral Head Ostectomy)

Cruciate Repair

Ophthalmic

Third Eyelid Gland Correction (Cherry Eye)

Tarsorrhaphy

Ophthalmic Enucleation

Entropion Repair

Ectropion Repair

Dental

Extraction with Gingival Flap

Deciduous Tooth Extractions

Gingival Resection

Basic Mandibular Fracture Repair

At what age should puppies and kittens be spayed or neutered?

Between 4 and 6 months of age. It may be recommended for certain large breed male dogs to be neutered closer to 1 year of age.

Medical Services

Ultrasound

Ultrasounds are a safe, non-invasive diagnostic imaging technique that uses sound waves to examine your pet’s internal organs. The ultrasound is used to monitor pregnancy, in urine collection, bladder stone detection and in conjunction with radiographs when evaluating the chest and abdomen.

Digital Radiology (X-Ray)

Vilonia Animal Clinic uses our in-house digital radiography system as a primary, non-invasive tool to evaluate your pet’s bones and organs. X-Rays are useful in diagnosing:

Fractures

Dislocated Joints

Pregnancy

Foreign Object Ingestion/Obstruction

Impaction

Pneumonia

Heart Disease

Mass(es) in Abdomen or chest

Bladder Stones

OFA and PennHip Certification

Why does my dog need to be sedated for OFA or PennHIP radiographs?

Sedation allows for the best patient positioning with minimal repeat radiographs (less radiation exposure) and the best representation of the hip status.

Low-Level Laser & LED Light Therapy

Low-level lasers and LEDs produce a harmless, soothing laser beam of light that when used properly, can stimulate healing, resolve inflammation, and reduce pain. This therapy can treat:

Osteoarthritis & Degenerative Disc Disease

Muscle, Tendon, & Ligament Injuries

Wound Healing

Eye Injuries

Chronic Renal Disease

Other Medical Issues Involving

Inflammation & Pain

Dental Care

Proper Dental care and treatment are vital to your pets long-term health. Did you know that periodontal disease affects over 75% of dogs and cats over the age of three?

When left untreated, this can lead to:

Halitosis (Bad Breath)
Pain
Tooth Decay or Loss
Metabolic Disease (kidney & Liver Problems)

Good oral health can add years to your pet’s life and will improve their overall quality of life. All of our dental cleanings include ultrasonic scaling, high-speed polishing, and barrier sealant. We also have the tools and experience to perform extractions and more advanced oral surgery if needed.

At what age should my dog have the first dental cleaning?

It depends on the dog’s genetics. Some dogs will need their first cleaning around the age of 3 years. Other dogs may start much later. It is important to have their teeth examined annually.

Pharmacy & Lab Services

Complete Pharmacy

Our in-clinic pharmacy allows you to take home your pet’s medication with you after an appointment or hospital stay. We keep on hand the medications, nutraceuticals, heartworm preventatives, flea/tick control products, and medicated shampoos we recommend. We have an in-house veterinary laboratory to help our doctors quickly assess your pet’s condition, as well as a comprehensive reference lab.

We also recommend you check out our online pharmacy for your pet’s long-term medications, supplements and prescription and other diets.

Online Pharmacy

What are the most common lab tests performed at veterinary clinics?

Fecal evaluation, heartworm test, complete blood counts, urinalysis and chemistry panels to evaluate kidney and liver function.

Non-Medical Services:

Our staff is trained to provide a variety of other services to help busy pet parents and to help patients look and feel better.

Services

Baths – includes basic brushing, nail trim,
ear cleaning, and blow drying
Medicated Baths
Nail Trims and Nail Trims with Dremel
Anal Gland Expression
Ear Cleaning
Microchipping
Medical Shave Downs

Why does my dog need to have his/her anal glands expressed?

If a dog’s anal glands are not expressing properly when they have a bowel movement, the glands will become full, impacted, and then infected. Due to abnormal anal tone, diet, or various inflammatory conditions, many dogs need their anal glands manually expressed every few weeks to prevent serious issues.

Client Resources

Vitus Vet

Vitus Vet is the perfect tool to make communicating with our clinic quick and easy! It’s also great for accessing your pet’s health information. Clients can download the app to schedule appointments, request refill of medications, and text questions or concerns to our clinic. The app also gives easy access to your pet’s vaccination history and prescription and appointment information. Vitus Vet is free and available for download online.

Scratchpay

Scratchpay offers simple plans to fit your needs, helping you to care for your pet in a way that works for your financial situation. The application process is simple with a quick response. Biweekly or monthly payment options are available for 6, 12, 18 and 24 months. Loan amounts range from $35 to $1000 with the option for interest free financing. Apply online.

Zoetis Petcare Rewards

Zoetis Petcare Rewards helps to make your pet’s care more affordable! Zoetis Rewards is a rebate system that earns money back after the purchase of one or more qualifying products through our clinic and online pharmacy. Products like Trio, Simparica, Apoquel, Rimadyl are all included in this program. Please chat with one of our client service representatives so that they can help you enroll in this program and to start receiving benefits.

Pawlicy Advisor

Pawlicy Advisor is a free, online tool for pet parents. It allows clients to research pet insurance options through an online marketplace that compares actual plans and pricing from numerous companies. Pawlicy also facilitates signing up and purchasing the desired insurance. There is no cost for using Pawlicy. If insurance is purchased, our clinic will assist clients with providing receipts or medical records so that they can submit their insurance claims.

Care Credit

Care Credit is a medical credit card with revolving credit. If approved, clients can also use it with other medical professionals like eye doctors and dentists. Care Credit offers promotional periods of no interest, and applications are available here in the clinic or online. (We do require two proofs of identification for the application). Clients can apply alone or with a joint applicant.

HomeAgain Microchips

HomeAgain Microchips was founded in 2001 and is responsible for helping more than 2,200,000 families find their pets after being displaced! HomeAgain is an amazing tool to help pet owners reunite with their lost pets through a staff of highly trained, dedicated people working to get your fur-baby home to you. Should you choose microchips for your pets, our clinic will administer the chip and complete your initial registration. There is no yearly fee for the basic package, but there is an option for premium services that do include yearly fees around $20.

If you have any questions about the services we offer or to schedule an appointment for your four-legged-friend, give us a call today! We are happy to help in any way that we can.