Services

Because of the shorter lifespan of our pets, Southtown Veterinary Hospital stresses the importance of an annual physical examination. Thorough check-ups and preventive care can help alleviate serious health problems. We offer a wide range of veterinary services to keep your companions feeling their best:

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services:  Our hospital is equipped to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to care for your pets' complete health care needs.        

Surgical Services:  Our state-of-the-art surgical suite provides for the performance of a wide variety of surgical procedures including: general surgeries like spays and neuters,  ACL repair, fractures & orthopedics, lateral canal resections, perineal urethrostomy, tumor removals & biopsy, cherry eye, entropian & corneal repairs, and emergency situations such as bloat, pyometra, and pets that have been hit by car.  

Anesthesia:  We utilize the safest available anesthetics to provide an extra margin of safety, especially for our older or high-risk patients. Using the most modern equipment, the patient's vital signs are closely monitored during all anesthetic procedures by a trained technician.

Laser Therapy: Theraputic laser therapy, drug free, surgery free, painfree, advanced pain relief. Laser therapy can relieve pain, reduce swelling and increase range of movement, allowing for renewed energy and freedom. 

Radiology Services:  Our on-site, modern X-ray and ultrasound equipment provides high quality imaging to aid in the quick diagnosis of many disorders.  

Electrocardiography Services:  We provide ECG services on-site as well as consultations with cardiology specialists.

Dentistry:  Our dental services include dental xrays, teeth cleaning and polishing, tooth extractions and minor oral surgery.

Laboratory:  Our in-house laboratory facilities provide for serum chemistry, hematology, serology, urinalysis and parasite testing. We also utilize commercial veterinary laboratories for specialized diagnostics and consultations.

Permanent identification: We offer microfindr microchip identification. Studies show that  79% of dogs & 98% of cats who were NOT microchipped were NEVER reunited with their owners. Having your pet microchipped and altered means that you can get a lifetime license and save time and money. 

Pharmacy:  We maintain a complete inventory of pharmaceuticals, vitamins, shampoos, flea and tick control products and heartworm preventatives to meet the needs of your pet. We also carry a full line of purina diets. Additional diets and products may be found on our website through our online pharmacy. A current Doctor/Patient history is required.

Individualized Flea Control Programs:  We develop programs for the specific needs of your pet and your own particular environmental situation. We will review with you the best ways to control fleas in your house, in your yard and on your pet.

Dietary Counseling:  We will provide guidance regarding your pet's nutritional needs for each life stage, including dietary requirements for growth, weight maintenance and performance.    

Behavioral Counseling:  We can provide advice regarding the correction of problems such as excessive barking, chewing, spraying, scratching, digging, house soiling and aggression.

Emergency Care:  Please call our main telephone number (570)278-9210 and we will assist you. After hour emergencies will be given instructions by our live answering service.