Dentistry Walkthrough

Teardrop's Dental Cleaning

We've all been to the human dentist and had our teeth cleaned, our cavities filled, and had fluoride treatments. Those of us who are unlucky have also had dental surgery such as root canals and extractions, or removal or the teeth. We all know the drill (so to speak) at the human dentist. What do our pets experience at the veterinary dentist? Teardrop, a 9 year old Sheltie, has agreed to share her big day.

Bear's Neuter (Orchiectomy)

Warning: The following contains graphic images and may not be suitable for all readers 

Bear is a young male Shih-tzu who has been brought to Acres Animal Hospital to be neutered. The neutering operation is called an orchiectomy, meaning removal of the testicles.

There are lots of good reasons for a dog to be neutered, including: