Our Services
Our Services
Our goal at Southwood Valley Animal Hospital is to build and maintain a personal relationship with our clients and their pets while providing top notch medical services. We care for dogs, cats, horses, livestock, and small mammals.
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Preventative Care
Proactive, routine care is essential for keeping your pets healthy and happy. Our comprehensive preventative care services are designed to protect dogs and cats against preventable diseases and catch potential health issues early across College Station, Bryan, and the entire Brazos Valley area.
Vaccinations
We offer core and non-core vaccines to safeguard your pets based on their lifestyle and risk factors.
Dog Vaccines:
- Rabies
- Distemper
- Adenovirus
- Parvovirus
- Parainfluenza
- Leptospirosis
- Bordetella
- Influenza
Cat Vaccines:
- Rabies
- Feline Leukemia (FeLV)
- Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis (FHV-1)
- Feline Calicivirus (FCV)
- Feline Panleukopenia (FPL).
We proudly use the PureVax line of vaccines for cats—the safest option on the market, formulated without adjuvants to minimize risks.
Routine Testing
Regular screenings help us detect internal issues before symptoms appear:
- Fecal Testing: Checks for intestinal parasites.
- Heartworm Testing: Ensures early detection and safe prevention.
- Feline Leukemia & FIV Testing: Important health screenings for cats.
Wellness Panels
Recommended annually for early disease detection, our wellness lab panels include:
- Complete Blood Count (CBC)
- Blood Chemistry Profile
- Urinalysis
- Thyroid Testing
Parasite Prevention
We provide targeted prevention strategies to protect your pets against a wide range of external and internal parasites, including:
- Heartworms
- Intestinal worms
- Fleas
- Ticks
- Mites
- Screwworms
Microchipping
Permanent microchip identification helps ensure your pet can be safely identified and returned home if they ever become lost.
Diagnostic Care
When your pet is feeling unwell, timely and accurate answers are essential. We offer comprehensive diagnostic capabilities to pinpoint health issues—from everyday skin, eye, and ear infections to gastrointestinal conditions like vomiting and diarrhea—so we can get your pet on the path to recovery.
In-House Diagnostic Tools
- In-House Full Diagnostic Bloodwork: On-site laboratory testing for rapid results.
- Digital Radiology: Clear, high-resolution digital X-rays.
- Advanced Ultrasound Capabilities: Non-invasive imaging, including in-house echocardiograms and full abdominal ultrasounds.
- Endoscopy: Coming soon to further expand our internal diagnostic options!
Daytime Emergency Services
We are available to handle daytime emergency visits and urgent medical situations.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental health is a critical component of your pet’s overall well-being. We provide comprehensive veterinary dental care designed to treat oral disease and keep your pet pain-free.
Our Dental Services
- Full Dental Care: Thorough evaluations and dental cleanings.
- Digital Dental Radiographs: Precise imaging to evaluate tooth roots and underlying bone health below the gumline.
- Tooth Extractions: Advanced surgical extractions, including full-mouth extractions when medically necessary.
Surgical Services
From routine procedures to complex operations, our surgical care prioritizes patient safety, comfort, and advanced technique.
To ensure the highest standard of care, every surgical patient—whether undergoing a routine spay/neuter or a complex procedure—receives:
- An IV catheter and IV fluids for support and immediate medication access
- Comprehensive continuous surgical monitoring, including EKG, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, temperature, and end-tidal CO2
Standard & Soft Tissue Surgeries
- Routine Procedures:
- Spay and neuter surgeries
- Soft Tissue Surgeries:
- Mass removals
- Stenotic nares repairs
- Splenectomies
- Cystotomies
- Foreign body removals
- Anal sacculectomies
- Vulvoplasties
- Cherry eye repair
- Entropion surgeries
Emergency Surgeries
We perform urgent and life-saving procedures, including:
- Pyometras
- C-sections
- Amputations
- Fracture stabilization
Advanced Orthopedic & Complex Surgeries
To offer specialized care close to home in College Station and Bryan, we partner with a board-certified surgeon to perform advanced procedures in-house, including:
- TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy for CCL tears)
- FHO (Femoral Head and Neck Osteotomy)
- Fracture Repairs
- PU (Perineal Urethrostomy)
- BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome) Surgery
- Gallbladder Removal and other advanced soft tissue surgeries
Production Animal Services
Southwood Valley Animal Hospital provides veterinary care for cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs across College Station, Bryan, and the Brazos Valley. Cattle are seen on farm calls, and sheep, goats, and pigs can be seen on the farm or in our clinic. We offer farm calls in Brazos and surrounding counties. From herd health planning to reproductive services, we help producers keep their animals healthy and their operations productive.
Herd Health & Preventive Programs
- Vaccine Protocols: Customized vaccination programs built around your herd and operation.
- Deworming Protocols: Targeted parasite control plans to protect herd health and performance.
- Fecal Egg Counts: Testing to measure parasite load and guide effective deworming.
- Herd Health Evaluations: Comprehensive assessments to identify risks and improve overall herd health.
- Brucellosis Testing & Vaccination: Testing and vaccination to protect your herd and meet regulatory requirements.
- Health Certificates: Documentation for livestock movement, sales, and shows.
Reproductive Services
- Pregnancy Palpation
- Pregnancy Ultrasound
- Bull Breeding Soundness Exams (BSE): Fertility testing to confirm bulls are ready for breeding season.
- Trich Testing: Screening bulls for trichomoniasis.
- Calf Pulls: Assistance with difficult calvings.
Medical & Surgical Care
- Sick patient exams and treatments
- Castration
- Dehorning
- Minor surgical cases
Equine Services
We provide preventive and medical care for horses on farm calls throughout College Station, Bryan, and the Brazos Valley, helping keep your horse healthy, comfortable, and ready to ride. We offer farm calls in Brazos and surrounding counties.
Equine Preventive Care
- Vaccinations: Rabies, tetanus, Eastern and Western Equine Encephalomyelitis (EEE/WEE), and West Nile virus.
- Deworming: Parasite control tailored to your horse.
- Wellness Examinations: Routine exams to catch health concerns early.
- Dental Floats: Smoothing sharp tooth edges for comfortable chewing and better performance.
- Coggins Testing: Required testing for travel, shows, and boarding.
- Health Certificates: Documentation for interstate travel and events.
Equine Medical & Surgical Care
- Sick patient exams and treatments
- Daytime Colic Exams & Treatment: Prompt evaluation and care for horses showing signs of colic during business hours.
- Castration
- Minor surgical cases
Small Mammal Services
Rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters, chinchillas, and other small mammals have unique medical needs. Our team provides attentive care for pocket pets across College Station, Bryan, and the Brazos Valley.
Small Mammal Wellness Care
- Wellness Examinations: Routine checkups for rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters, and chinchillas.
- Vaccinations: Available for ferrets and rabbits.
- Teeth Trimming: Care for continuously growing teeth to prevent pain and eating problems.
- Husbandry Counseling: Guidance on diet, housing, and enrichment.
Small Mammal Medical & Surgical Care
- Sick Patient Exams & Treatments: Available for all the small mammals we see.
- Spay and neuter for rabbits
- Minor surgical procedures for rabbits and ferrets
Interstate & International Health Certificates
Planning to travel with your pet? Our USDA-accredited veterinarians are certified to provide health certificates for both domestic interstate travel and international travel, helping ensure all regulatory and health requirements are met for pets traveling out of the Brazos Valley.
End-of-Life Care
We understand how difficult saying goodbye to a beloved pet can be. Our team provides compassionate, dignified end-of-life care to support you and your family during this time.
- Humane Euthanasia: Gentle, respectful end-of-life care provided with comfort in mind.
- Cremation Services: Aftercare options provided through a trusted, local, family-owned business serving College Station, Bryan, and the entire Brazos Valley.
Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, Thursday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Select Saturdays Every Month
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (unless otherwise noted)
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