Emergency Vet Kansas City

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This Kansas City emergency vet site provides lots of info and very interesting videos.

You can be assured that there are great hospitals in our area where you can be confident of the best and critical care with the staff to handle your needs. An excellent veterinarian hospital and clinic in our area is Mill Creek Animal Hospital, an excellent choice for you. They can be found at this site. Their address and phone number is: Mill Creek Animal Hospital, 13428 W. 62nd Terrace,  Shawnee, KS, 66216, (913) 268-0900.

Another great veterinarian and animal hospital in Independence, MO is Hidden Valley Animal Hospital. Located at 17501 Hidden Valley Rd., Independence, MO 64057. Their phone number is (816) 795-7387. The hospital is American Animal Hospital Association accredited.

We built this web site for you to help build your confidence when dealing with a pet involving your pet that you love so much. Several years ago, I had a bad scare when my pet dog Rocky was hurt in a hunting accident. We want to help you be ready, if the time comes that you must act quickly to get veterinarian care.

Few things are more frustrating than wanting to give immediate, and critical care for your pet, and not knowing even the first thing to do for them.

There is always the possibility that an illness or injury will require you to take your sick pet for care at a clinic in or hospital. Even the best trained pet owner will have situations that require quick, services from veterinary specialists and specialized veterinary equipment found at a good hospital.

Emergency vet assistance will be similar to what you see in this video.

We have included an excellent vet care info video produced by Michigan State University. The video shows you an example of the great care that your pet will receive at an animal hospital. The video also gives info about the excellent training that student veterinarians have to complete before going into specialty practice.

Once our dog Rocky was injured in a hunting accident. His tail was damaged and looked to me like it needed care from a local veterinarian. Fortunately for us, an animal hospital was located nearby.

Later, to bring us up to speed and be prepared for any other care needs, we searched the web for pet health related information. Then we decided that it would be really helpful for other pet owners to find and critical care and valuable veterinary clinic info on one web site. That’s why we built Emergency Vet Kansas City.

Thanks very much for sharing your concern for pets in our area!
Scott

 

 

 

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Wheelchair for Handicapped Kansas City Dogs

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Walkin Wheels Dog Wheelchairs

There are great mobility assistance products available for you including a wheelchair for handicapped Kansas City dogs! One product I found out about recently is a dog wheelchair. Even though your lovable dog may have problems getting around, you can help your pet with the amazing easily adjustable dog wheelchair, “Walkin’ Wheels”.

This lightweight dog wheelchair is made of aluminum and sent to you fully assembled. You can easily adjust it for just the right fit for your dog. It was designed to help animals with hip and leg problems as well as neurological problems and surgical recovery.

The manufacturers have thought of just about everything. There are 2 different sized wheelchairs. There is a “mini”, for dogs under 20 pounds; and a larger size for dogs up to 180 pounds. You can also have a custom -made dog wheelchair built for pets that weigh less than 6 pounds, dogs over 180 pounds, 4 wheeled carts for 20 pounds and under, and front limb support carts.

The original builder and designer of Walkin’ Wheels patented his idea in August of 2008. He has worked to build the best possible wheelchair to suit any need of a dog needing help with mobility. Some of the great features of the wheelchair are:

It is adjustable, fits all dogs from 20 – 250 pounds
Ships overnight – no customizations needed
Folds flat for easy storage and shipping
Adjusts with no tools needed
Harness system can be used separately as a log lifting sling
No assembly needed
Looks stylish
Dogs can be put in the cart with a few simple clips. No lifting required.
Cart can be adjusted as pet’s health changes

You might be thinking, “Do I need a wheelchair for my dog?”

Paralyzed Dog Kansas City: The most obvious candidate for a dog wheelchair is an animal that can get around by dragging his back end behind him. These dogs, due to paralysis, injury, or disease are otherwise healthy, but have no feeling or control of their back end. The fact that they are able to drag themselves along with their front legs indicates that they are strong enough to be nearly completely mobile in a rear wheel wheelchair.

Weakness: Older dogs and animals with arthritis, muscle soreness, and in the beginning stages of degenerative disease can use a wheelchair when they get tired. The wheelchair can be taken with you on a walk, and can be put on the dog at the first signs of tiredness.

Three Legged Dogs: Tripods are not usually considered “handicapped pets” because they can run and play and be as active as 4 legged dogs. Once they get used to the loss of their leg, they can often compensate up to nearly 100%. It is critically important, with a three-legged dog that the remaining leg be cared for with a great deal of vigilance; should this leg fail, complications can be severe. A three-legged dog should be put in a wheelchair when he gets tired, or while recuperating if there is a mild injury on the remaining leg.

Rehabilitation: After surgery or during recovery of any kind, it is often important to keep weight off the dog’s legs, back, or other areas. In many cases, this requirement can cause the dog to be kept in a crate for weeks or months. The loss of activity and muscle-tone can cause complications. Using a wheelchair during rehabilitation can give the dog exercise he needs to support the healing process and keep him healthy during recovery.

So, if you need a wheelchair for handicapped Kansas City dogs, the best place that I know of to get one is from HandicappedPets.com .

Kansas City Veterinary Hospital Quality Standards Met? You Need To Check!

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Have you ever wondered if the Kansas City veterinary hospital or clinic that you might take your pet to for emergency care is one the best in the area? We pet owners only want the best care for our pets, right?  Since we love them, the answer will always be a yes!

Any excellent veterinary hospital has to be inspected before being accredited by the AAHA.

Nearly 3,200 veterinary hospitals worldwide are included in the American Animal Hospital Association,  (AAHA) evaluation program. Inspectors regularly visit these emergency vet hospitals and clinics. They ensure that the hospitals and clinics meet AAHA’s strict standards for vet services and facilities.

“AAHA is the only organization that certifies animal hospitals or animal clinics throughout the U.S. and Canada.  AAHA accredited veterinary hospitals actually choose to be evaluated on 900 requirements. the checks are made in the following areas: quality of care; diagnostic and pharmacy; facility management; pet medical records; and facility maintenance.

Why do veterinary hospital quality standards matter to you?

Here are a few examples of how AAHA’s standards concern you and your pet’s emergency and critical care.

  • Pet vet hospitals or clinics are required to provide diagnostic services (x-ray and lab) to ensure they can quickly and accurately diagnose your pet.
  • The requirements focus on the quality of care in the areas of: anesthesia, contagious diseases, dentistry, pain management, patient care, surgery and emergency care.
  • Accredited animal hospitals have an onsite pharmacy, so they can begin emergency care immediately.
  • AAHA standards require that medical records cover as much as possible that is known about your pet’s health history. The information must be accurate.

The standards developed and published by AAHA are widely accepted as being the best vet emergency practices known about high quality care. These mandatory guidelines are reviewed and updated to ensure that they remain up-to-date with the newest knowledge and technology. “   From – Healthypet.com

Thanks very much for sharing your concern for pet care in our area!
Scott

Emergency Pet Injury Can Cause Shock Endangering Your Pets

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emergency pet injury causes shockEmergency pet injury can cause shock, requiring emergency veterinary care, which can be a far more serious threat to your pet’s health than a physical injury. The term shock can mean different things to different people, and veterinary medical professionals still debate the exact meaning of the word. Shock is life-threatening and requires immediate attention and care, possibly at an emergency animal hospital. If signs of shock are recognized, or a serious injury has taken place, care such as intravenous (IV) fluids, oxygen and other measures can help reverse shock and prevent permanent organ damage.

Think of the cardiovascular system of cats and dogs as a closed circuit consisting of a pump (the heart) and a series of stretchable tubes (blood vessels). The system is filled to capacity with a fluid (blood) that circulates through the tubes delivering fuel (oxygen and other metabolic substances) and picking up trash (carbon dioxide and other metabolic waste). The pump must be able to deliver a proper amount of the fluid and there must be enough fluid to completely fill and stretch the system of tubes.

The most common cause of shock in our pets is trauma caused by fights with other animals, being hit by a car, and gunshots. Other causes include poisoning, insect stings, fluid loss from vomiting or diarrhea, infections, burns, and lack of oxygen caused by heart failure or obstruction of airways.

Early Signs of Emergency Pet Injury Shock

• The pet may be either excited or subdued.
• Rapid heart rate.
• Pulse difficult to find.
• Gums may be normal or pale

Late Signs of Shock

• Gums extremely pale or show a bluish discoloration.
• Heart rate is probably elevated and irregular, but may be normal or below normal as heart muscle begins to fail.
• The pulse will be weak and either difficult or impossible to locate.
• The pet will feel cold to the touch and rectal temperature will be below normal.
• Respiration may be slow or rapid, shallow or deep.
• The eyes may take on a glazed appearance and appear not to focus normally.
• Mental condition deteriorates from depression to stupor to coma.

Emergency Pet Injury, What You Should Do For Shock Caused By It

• Provide adequate breathing if needed.
• Stop any bleeding.
• Apply a muzzle, if pain or apprehension may cause the pet to bite, but make sure that the muzzle does not interfere with breathing.
• Protect obvious fractures from further injury.
• Prevent loss of body heat by covering the patient with one or more blankets.
• Immediately transport the patient to a Kansas City veterinary emergency facility for treatment of shock and other injuries and illnesses.

Things You Should Not Do

Well-meaning pet owners often use first aid procedures that may seem helpful, but, in fact, may prove dangerous to the animal.
• Do not pour water (or anything else) into the animal’s mouth. Animals in shock are weak and may inhale anything given by mouth into the lungs, causing a serious complication.
• Do not administer any medications (including aspirin, ibuprofen or other pain relievers) unless instructed to do so by a veterinarian.
• Injured animals should not be encouraged to walk. They definitely should not be allowed to move into or out of the transport vehicle on their own. Internal bleeding may be increased with movement.
• Do not assume the pet is not in shock after an accident. Early, mild stages of shock are difficult to recognize, and the pet may deteriorate rapidly if not given proper veterinary care.
• Do not hesitate to seek veterinary emergency services. Be aware that many injuries and illnesses that cause shock might cause irreparable damage to your pet in minutes.

Thanks very much for sharing your concern for pets in our area!
Scott