South Shore Animal Hospital employs advanced imaging technologies guaranteeing the highest quality of care for our patients. Radiographs, or X-rays, use electromagnetic radiation directed towards the body to highlight objects within. They can detect abnormalities including skeletal fractures, soft tissue damage, foreign bodies and dental disease. Digital X-rays also use less radiation, decrease exposure and … Read moreDigital Radiology (Xray)
For many pet lovers, there is nothing more exciting and fun than getting a new puppy! Your South Shore Animal Hospital veterinarian is your partner in making sure your puppy gets the best start possible. Our Puppy Wellness Program was created to make sure your new friend gets started off on the right paw, because … Read moreWellness Care for Puppies
Congratulations on your adorable new feline friend! Your South Shore Animal Hospital veterinarian is your partner in making sure your kitten gets the best start possible. Our Kitten Wellness Program was created to make sure your new friend gets started off on the right paw, because the first few months of a young cat’s life … Read moreWellness Care for Kittens
Surgery is often the most effective way to treat many serious injuries and disorders, and South Shore Animal Hospital is proud to offer skilled surgical care and advanced equipment. Our hospital provides most routine soft-tissue surgeries including: For more advanced procedures, we can refer your pet to a trusted specialist for care. Patient safety and … Read moreSoft Tissue Surgery
As pet parents ourselves, we understand how stressful it can be when your pet is sick, injured, or suffering in any way. Our goal is to make sure you know that your pet’s health and well-being is our priority and we’ll do all we can to help–and do it as quickly, compassionately, and efficiently as … Read moreSick Visits/Unwell Pets
South Shore Animal Hospital is proud to have a fully stocked in-house pharmacy where you can purchase your pet’s medications, flea, tick and heartworm preventives and prescription diets. When you buy directly from us, prescriptions can be filled right on site, and you can be sure of their safety and effectiveness. Also, your purchase is … Read moreIn-House Pharmacy
According to the Companion Animal Parasite Council, the incidence of heartworm across the country is up. As you may already know, potentially deadly heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, and it only takes one bite to infect a pet. Once infected, heartworm can do severe damage to a pet’s heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Sadly, many … Read moreHeartworm Prevention
South Shore Animal Hospital offers screening for certain conditions and diseases, as well as for breeding purposes. Von Willebrand’s Disease This is a canine version of hemophilia, and it’s important you know if your dog has this condition before an emergency arises. Since it is genetic, many owners aren’t aware their pet has the disease … Read moreHealth Screening Tests
Fleas are little blood suckers that can cause problems not only for your pet, but for you and your home as well. Hot spots, dermatitis, tapeworm and anemia are some of the risks a pet faces when they are infested with fleas. An adult female flea can lay up to 40 eggs per day and … Read moreFlea Prevention & Control
Your pet’s endocrine system is similar to your own and consists of a system of glands (including the adrenal gland, ovaries, pancreas, parathyroid glands, pituitary gland, testes, and thyroid gland) that are the source of hormones that regulate the body. Diseases of the endocrine system include: Many of these conditions are life-threatening, so catching and … Read moreEndocrinology