South Trail Animal Hospital in Fort Myers, Florida is a full service animal hospital. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of your companion animal. Our services and facilities are designed to assist in routine preventive care for young, healthy animals, early detection and treatment of disease as your companion animal ages, and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during his or her lifetime.
We understand the special role your pet plays in your family and are dedicated to becoming your partner in your companion animals health care. Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. Our entire healthcare team is committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each individual animal owner.
We understand the special role your pet plays in your family and are dedicated to becoming your partner in your companion animals health care. Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. Our entire healthcare team is committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each individual animal owner.
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South Trail Animal Hospital is proud to serve the Fort Myers FL area for everything pet related. Our animal hospital is run by Dr. Alton Ford and Dr. Thomas Gillaspie, who are licensed, experienced Fort Myers veterinarians. Our team is committed to educating our clients in how to keep your pets healthy year round, with good nutrition and exercise.
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Because of the shorter lifespan of our pets, we stress the importance of an annual physical examination. Thorough check-ups and preventive care can help alleviate serious health problems. Acupuncture: Acupuncture is another tool used to help maintain or restore a healthy balance for the well being of our pets.
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The following is an explanation, to help you better understand the services that your pet will receive while in our care. Blood work is VERY important in order to assure your pet is healthy enough to under go anesthetic procedures. The Pre-Anesthetic Profile (or PAP) and the CBC are usually performed together on older patients or more in depth surgical procedures.
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Dental disease affects the whole body. Infection from the teeth and gums spreads bacteria throughout the body causing heart valve infections and kidney infections. A broken tooth can expose the nerve, leading to root tip abscesses which can be very painful. Prior to the teeth cleaning, a blood sample is taken to assure the pet is healthy enough to undergo an anesthetic procedure.
Dental Disease
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Dental disease is one of the most common problems seen in our pet population. It affects 85% of all dogs and 70% of cats. Dental disease affects the whole body! Infection from the teeth and gums spreads bacteria throughout the body causing heart valve infections and kidney infections. By brushing once or twice a week, pets become familiar with the routine.
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