Juneau Veterinary Hospital

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services: Our hospital is equipped to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services for your pets' complete health care needs. We have a fully equipped in-hospital laboratory capable of conducting most routine testing. For tests requiring special equipment or techniques, we consult with a number of leading laboratories in the lower 48.

Surgical Services: Our state-of-the-art surgical suite provides for the performance of a wide variety of soft tissue and orthopedic surgical procedures. We are the only veterinary hospital in Southeast Alaska to offer AO/ASIF bone plating of fractures, and we are also equipped to manage fractures and other orthopedic conditions utilizing intramedullary pins, cerclage wire, external skeletal fixators, and external coaptation (splints and casts), depending upon the nature of the fracture.
TPLO: Dr. New is the only veterinarian in Southeast Alaska qualified to perform Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy, the most progressive and successful technique available for the treatment of ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in medium and large breed dogs. Dr. New completed the TPLO course and became licensed to perform the procedure in November of 2003. Since that time, he has been accumulating the neccessary (and expensive) instruments required to perform the procedure, and has undergone additional training under the guidance of surgical specialists in Alaska and Arizona. We are very pleased to be able offer this procedure to animal owners throughout Southeast Alaska.
Anesthesia: We utilize the safest available anesthetic medications and techniques to provide that extra margin of safety, especially for geriatric, pediatric, or other high risk patients. Using the most modern equipment, the patient's vital signs (including blood pressure, ECG, pulse rate and character, oxygen saturation of the blood, respiratory rate, character, and end tidal CO2) are monitored during all anesthetic procedures. We have a technician assigned to monitor anesthesia continuously during all procedures, from the moment an animal is anesthestized until it regains consciousness, and we keep a written anesthesia record as part of each patient's medical record for future reference. In all animals undergoing general anesthesia (with the exception of extremely short procedures), an intravenous catheter is placed to deliver i.v. fluids for the maintenance of blood pressure, and to provide instantaneous access to a vein for i.v. injections in the unlikely event of an anesthetic energency.
Pain Management: We take pride in providing aggressive pain management for our surgical patients before, during, and after surgey using a range of techniques including pre and post-op narcotics, constant rate infusions of pain medication during and after surgery, transdermal patches (which deliver pain medication over a period of days), epidural analgesia, and antiinflammatory drugs. Which pain management techniques are used depends upon the procedure and the patient, but all patients are assumed to have pain following even minor procedures, and are treated accordingly. We also provide advanced pain management for our cancer patients, and those suffering from arthritis or other painful conditions.

Radiology Services: Our on-site, modern X-ray equipment provides high quality radiographs to aid in the diagnosis of many disorders. We perform radiographs of the hips and elbows for OFA certification, and can help you with the process for receiving OFA certification. We have the capability to digitize radiographs, which can then be submitted via e-mail to a radiology specialist for evaluation if necessary.

Electrocardiography Services: We provide ECG services on-site as well as consultations with cardiology specialists via fax and e-mail.

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.

Pharmacy: We maintain a complete inventory of pharmaceuticals, vitamins, and shampoos to meet the needs of your pet.

Dentistry: Our dental services include teeth cleaning and polishing, dental X-rays, tooth extractions and oral surgery, and counseling on proper home dental care.

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. In some cases, mostly cases of aggressive behavior, we work in consultation with a board certified veterinary behaviorist.

Boarding: We provide cat boarding as a service to our clients. All boarders receive personal attention from our caring staff. Pets may be dropped off and picked up during regular business hours Monday through Friday, or by prior arrangement on weekends. We regret that, due to space limitations, we are unable to board dogs.

Bathing: Bathing and grooming services are available when medically necessary. For routine grooming and bathing, we suggest you contact one of the several groomers in Juneau.

Emergency Care: Please call our main telephone number for instructions for after-hour emergencies.