Success Stories

Lily

Recently, we worked with Jordan Creek Animal Hospital to treat Lily, a 12-week old Miniature Goldendoodle. When Lily arrived to our hospital, she was in critical condition. Before being able to stabilize Lily, her heart stopped. With quick action, our doctor and technicians started cardiac arrest protocol and were able to get her heart started again. 

Lily's clinical condition was touch and go for the first 48 hours. She had a dedicated technician attending to her every shift to ensure she was receiving the best care. Thanks to our collaboration with Jordan Creek Animal Hospital, Lily made a full recovery and is now back at home with her family!

Bailey

Bailey, a 9-month old, spayed female Morkie, came to our hospital for straining to urinate. Dr. McMurray took radiographs, and discovered a very large urinary stone. Bailey was taken to surgery for a cystotomy, and Dr. McMurray removed the large stone. We are happy to share that Bailey is doing well, and she is back at home with her family!

When emergencies strike, compassion drives everything we do. We're here 24/7 to provide immediate, expert care for patients like Bailey in critical situations.

Poppi

Poppi, a 4-year old Vizsla, was a referral from Heartland Animal Hospital. Poppi managed to get herself into quite the predicament - she ingested her collar! 

Our team successfully removed the collar via endoscopic foreign body removal, preventing Poppi from having to undergo invasive surgery. Poppi is doing well, and back to her normal self. We're grateful for the trust and partnership that make outcomes like this possible!

Marcus

Marcus, a 5-year old ferret, was hospitalized with us for a urethral obstruction. Dr. Ribbey took Marcus into surgery for an emergency cystotomy and was able to remove the stones. Marcus recovered well, and is back home with his family doing much better!

Ferrets, like cats and dogs, can develop bladder stones. Watch for urinary red flags in all species: straining, vocalizing or change in urination frequencies or behaviors.

Frank

Frank, a 7-year old neutered male DMH cat, swallowed a needle with thread attached to it approximately 20 minutes before presenting to IVS. Dr. Bartlett was able to successfully retrieve the needle and thread, preventing invasive surgery!

Goliath

Goliath is a patient of our Exotic Department. Goliath initially presented for diarrhea, and Dr. Ribbey discovered follicular development via ultrasound. After 7-10 days, she was unable to lay her eggs on her own, and Dr. Ribbey took her to surgery for a salpingectomy (spay). The surgery went well, and Goliath did great!

Our exotic patients receive IV catheters, and are intubated to ensure they receive the best care, just like any other patient that undergoes anesthesia.