Express Vet NM

03/19/2024

REDUCED COST SPAY/NEUTER
We have a new grant funded program to help provide a reduced cost spay/neuter with vaccinations included at the time of the sterilization. There will be limited spots available so please make sure to schedule your appointment ASAP at www.expressvetnm.com
**Non-Refundable $50 deposit at time of booking and $50 at time of surgery drop off.
$100 will get your pet spayed or neutered, vaccinated with age-appropriate vaccinations (Rabies and DAPP or FVRCP), Exam morning of surgery, Pain medications for the day of surgery and 2 days after, E-Collar to keep pet from licking or chewing, any pregnancy/in heat or weight fees.
Qualifications:
*Owner must receive and show proof of active government assistance.
- This could be a letter of benefits dated or a screen shot of active program status from the yesNM website. Identification will be verified that the person who brings in the pet is the person receiving the government benefits to fulfil the grant requirements.
*Pet must be between 3 months and 5 years of age
**Pet must have proof of current vaccinations or receive them the day of sterilization (at no extra charge)
*** NO English Bulldogs
***Animals with pre-existing health conditions such as heart murmurs or previous abdominal surgeries will not be accepted for sterilization
*** Animals that are difficult to handle, unsocial or that bite will receive an additional $50-$75 handling fee.

To schedule go online at www.expressvetnm.com and request a spay/neuter appointment. Put in the “Notes” section that you have active government assistance, UPLOAD proof of ACTIVE assistance in the upload section, pay the $50 deposit to hold your spot! Then you will only need to bring the remaining $50 at the time of surgery drop off.

***Without proof of ACTIVE assistance uploaded into the booking request you will be required to pay the full price of the procedure at time of pick up.
*Any items that are not covered by the grant will ONLY be done at the owners’ request and financial responsibility.

We are all so excited to be able to provide this service as we have been working hard to help make this program a reality!!! Please be kind and courteous to staff as we continue to work through this new program and continue to bring affordable sterilizations to our community!

03/11/2024

The owners of this little one came in today looking for him, please share, they are very worried about their baby.

Please spread the word! Puppy Wuppie was LOST on March 5, 2024 in Albuquerque, NM 87102 near Santa Barbara -martinez park

Description: From brownish redish Pomeranian Chihuahua more Brown long hair

For more info or to contact Puppy Wuppie's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/70077578

Lost or found a pet? Report it to PawBoost here: https://www.pawboost.com/l/rpl

02/21/2024

FREE 2 doses of NexGuard PLUS with Heartworm test.

Heartworm test with tax is $47.70
2 Doses of NexGuard plus $ FREE with test.
****$74.00 in SAVINGS !!

*Available while supplies last.

To schedule an appointment please visit www.expressvetnm.com or utilize our drive up clinics Tuesday/Wednesday and Friday from 12:30-3:30

02/13/2024

Did you know you can order pet toys on our online pharmacy link! The Kong® Wild Knots Bears Dog Toy is a staff pet favorite!

Find your pets favorite at:
https://expressvetnm.securevetsource.com/productBrowseView/view/219908_Home.pml?hierarchy=2|Supplies%7CDog%7CToys

02/07/2024

The groomer located inside our clinic has some availability for this weekend! Message them at Duke City Dog Spa to pamper your pets!

We focus on stress-free pet grooming and we work with pets one on one! There are currently two openings for this Saturday available! Please message us to obtain the times available for bath and haircut openings! some availability does not show on the booking website but online booking is always available at:
https://crm.pawfinity.com/duke-city-dog-spa/online-booking/

We look forward to pampering your pets soon!

02/06/2024

Did you know you can submit a photo of your pet to our online gallery!

We love to see photos of our patients! Please share a photo with us so that we can upload them on our website.

02/02/2024

In recognition of Spay and Neuter month Express Vet NM is offering 10% off of any SPAY or NEUTER scheduled for the week of 2/6/24 - 2/9/24! To obtain the discount please add "Spay/Neuter Month" in the appointment notes when scheduling online at www.expressvetnm.com

** PRICING can be found on our website!
*10% is for the sterilization procedure ONLY. Additional services with the sterilization will be at normal cost.

Offering spays, neuters, drive-thru vaccinations, and other wellness care to pets in the greater Alb

01/31/2024

Schedule your pets sterilization appointment at www.expressvetnm.com

Dog Spay*…………….………………$310.00
In heat…….……….............$340.00
Pregnant……………..up to $390.00
Dog Neuter*………………………….$265.00
Cryptorchid………….up to $505.00
Cat Spay……………………………….$260.00
In heat……………..…….…..$282.00
Pregnant……………..up to $310.00
Cat Neuter…………………………….$170.00
Cryptorchid………….up to $450.00
*up to 30lbs, 31lbs+ will be an additional fee, please
see chart below

Surgery price includes an exam the morning of
surgery, pain medication before surgery and take-home pain medication

Additional Weight Fees (Added to surgery
costs only):
31.0-40.0 lbs……………………$22.00
40.1-55.0 lbs……………………$34.00
55.1-70.0 lbs……………………$68.00
70.1-80.0 lbs……………………$90.00
80.1-90.0 lbs…………………..$113.00
90.1-100 lbs…………….……..$135.00
101-110 lbs……………….……$158.00
111-120 lbs……………….……$180.00
121-130 lbs……………….……$203.00
131-140 lbs……………….……$225.00
141-150 lbs……………….……$253.00
151+ lbs………………….……..$363.00

01/19/2024

It’s Almost Rattlesnake Season!

The rattlesnake vaccine is specifically designed to produce antibodies against the venom of the western diamondback rattlesnake. The vaccine may also be effective against other snakes with similar venom, such as the sidewinder, timber rattlesnake, and copperhead. The vaccine does not protect against the venom of water moccasins or coral snakes.

The vaccine works by creating protective antibodies that help neutralize venom, so dogs experience less pain and swelling after a snake bite. Dogs that are bitten may also require less antivenin, which can be fairly costly and may produce side effects. Factors that can influence the effectiveness of the vaccine include the location of the bite, the type of snake, and the amount of venom injected.

THE PROBLEM OF RATTLESNAKE BITES:
Venomous snakes bite about 150,000 dogs and cats every year. Dogs and cats are about 20 times more likely to be bitten by venomous snakes than people and are about 25 times more likely to die if bitten. A dog or cat is about 300 times more likely to be bitten by a venomous snake than to get rabies. Snake bites are life threatening, extremely painful, expensive to treat, and can cause permanent damage even when the dogs survive.

VACCINATION PROTOCOL:
Initially, a dog should receive two subcutaneous doses about 30 days apart. Dogs over 100 lbs or under 25 lbs may benefit from a three dose initial series. It is best to give vaccination boosters about 30 days before beginning of exposure to rattlesnakes. Protection peaks about 30 to 45 days after boosters and are done annually after that.
*** If you have never done rattlesnake vaccinations for your pets, starting now, and maintaining booster intervals, will have them at the peak of protection come snake season!!

SAFETY OF VACCINE:
Rattlesnake vaccine has been on the market since 2003 and is a standard of veterinary care for dogs at high risk for rattlesnake bites. It is listed in the American Animal Health Association’s 2006 canine vaccination guidelines. It is conditionally licensed by the USDA and is recommended in over 4,000 veterinary hospitals nationwide.

SIDE EFFECTS:
Adverse events are reported in far fewer than one percent of all vaccinated dogs. Most of these side effects are mild and need no veterinary care. Injection site lumps can be treated with hot moist compresses, antibiotics, and pain relief medication if necessary. Systemic reactions (typically flu like symptoms) are reported in fewer than one in 3,000 vaccinates and usually self-resolve in two to three days.

EFFICACY:
Reported benefits include delay of onset of symptoms, less severe symptoms, faster recovery times, and lower mortality rates. The vaccine is an aid in preventing injury and death from a rattlesnake bite. It is designed to stimulate a dog’s natural immune system to create antibodies to rattlesnake venom. A snakebite is STILL an emergency-the vaccine does not give total immunity. You should still have your dog treated at an emergency clinic if bitten. The closest one to Magley Animal Hospital that carries the antivenin is the Animal Emergency Clinic at 393 Woods Lake Rd, Greenville, SC 29607. Please call to make sure they have it on hand before traveling there (864) 232-1878

LIMITATIONS:
A vaccinated dog’s resistance to rattlesnake venom can be overcome with enough venom or special circumstances. These circumstances include very small dogs, very large snakes, multiple snake bites to the same dog, or some snake species that the vaccine has little or no protection against.

SNAKE SPECIES PROTECTION:
The vaccine will not protect against coral snakes, cottonmouth snakes, or the Mojave rattlesnake. It has limited protection against the eastern diamondback rattlesnake.

Due to the increased interest by pet owners and the prevalence of snakes in this area, Express Vet NM is now offering this vaccine.

To schedule an appointment for the vaccine please call us at 505-508-4527 or online at www.expressvetnm.com

Based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Express Vet NM specializes in providing wellness services to pets in the local area and beyond.

01/17/2024

We will be closed TOMORROW 1/18/2024

Please remember you can book spay/neuter/vaccination and wellness appointments online at www.expressvetnm.com

12/15/2023

Don't forget you can book grooming appointments online with our groomer at:
https://crm.pawfinity.com/duke-city-dog-spa/online-booking/

You can also message then to see if there are any cancellations before the holidays at Duke City Dog Spa

Duke City Dog Spa offers Pet Grooming, Pet Nail Service, and Pet Training in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Information on Welcome! can be found below

11/15/2023

Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico had an amazing adoption even over the weekend here at Express Vet NM ! We are so happy to hear that some kiddos found their fur-ever homes !

11/09/2023

$5 OFF all microchips today !!!!!

Includes registration!

Valid 11/9/2023 only

Walk in clinic from 9:30-11:30!

10/31/2023

We would love to have a virtual pet costume contest only because we want to see it, and we believe you would too! Please share your Halloween costume photos or share pictures of the animal related decorations you’ve put up!!

We hope you will join in on this fun little post and please make sure you put up all that collected candy to help keep your furry family members safe!

10/24/2023

Express Vet NM now carries Bravecto 1 month chewable tablets in house.

++Protect your dog from ticks and fleas the easy way with Bravecto! Bravecto kills 98.7% of fleas/ticks within 24 hours!!! These chews terminate adult fleas, help treat and prevent flea infestations and help treat and control tick infestations. Best of all, each chew is flavored, so your dog will actually look forward to taking his medication for a change.

*If we have seen your pet within the past year and you are wanting some flea/tick prevention please give us a call and we can get you squared away!
*If you have not been here and need flea/tick prevention just swing by during our vaccination clinic hours to get set up!

10/20/2023

Meet Miranda!

Miranda is not only one of our amazing technicians she is also our clinic manager! She is the foundation to ensuring all our supplies are ordered and schedules are lined up! Miranda is always kind, caring and compassionate to every client and pet that comes in.

Fun facts about Miranda: Miranda has 3 amazing children, an adopted cat and a supportive husband that gets roped into helping here at the clinic from time to time! Baby AJ is commonly spotted overseeing clinic operations with Miranda! We sure appreciate this amazing family for always making sure the clinic is able to run at its maximum potential!

10/19/2023

Meet Sammy!
Sammy is typically spotted helping animals come inside during surgery check in, helping Dr. Pfeifer with pre-surgical exams. Sam makes sure everyone if comfortable in their kennels and remaining clean and warm before surgery and after surgery during recovery.

Fun facts about Sammy: Sammy is an amazing cook and always brings the BEST food to the employee potlucks! He loves music, football and bike riding! We all enjoy it when his granddaughter gets to come visit and help at the clinic! Sammy is our main man behind the scenes always making sure the clinics needs are always met!

Thank you for always keeping us going Sam!

10/18/2023

Meet Leah!
Leah has been in the animal industry for 5 Years. Starting her journey as a receptionist at a local animal shelter, Leah found a love for surgical veterinary medicine leading her to our clinics surgery team. Leah has 2 adopted small dogs and 2 adopted cats!
Leah has always loved animals and feels that every animal needs an advocate. She strives to become this advocate daily by helping every owner ensure all needs of their pets are checked during the surgery check in process.
Leah is a multitasking tech found in the check-in process, surgery prep and recovery!

Fun facts about Leah: Leah loves snowboarding during the winter months. She often helps on the weekends with Duke City Dog Spa learning bathing/ brushing techniques. Outside of work Leah also helps with spay/neuter efforts in Roswell NM!

10/17/2023

Meet Alysha also known as Ally!
Ally has been in the animal industry for 18.5 years! Starting her career in the veterinary field and moved into animal cruelty investigations for local NM police departments. Ally found herself volunteering with programs such as helping paws across borders to provide spay and neuter assistance to families in need. Ally missed veterinary medicine and decided to come back to the veterinary field. Ally has a small farm of displaced animals that she calls her misfit farm. She often volunteers, donates and fosters for several local rescue groups. Ally is likely found taking the lead in surgery knockdown and prep.

Fun facts about Ally: Alysha is a creative soul that loves to create art in many forms including photography, drawing, painting and grooming. Ally is the owner and groomer for Duke City Dog Spa located inside our clinic! For pricing and booking information please visit her website at: https://crm.pawfinity.com/duke-city-dog-spa/online-booking/

10/16/2023

Meet Jane!
Jane has been in the animal industry for 7 years! Working in both the veterinary field as well as the animal shelter/animal control. Jane found the most fulfilling part of the animal welfare world was being able to help owners with their pets. When asked if she is a dog or cat person she says she loves them all but is more of a cat person. She has 2 rescue/adopted cats at home! Jane adopted Peach from the Valencia county animal shelter and Daisy from Bridges To Home Rescue. Jane is usually found helping fur babies relax during surgery recovery and reducing anxiety during vaccination clinic.

Fun fact about jane: Jane does Animal Reiki and has been a Reiki Master Teacher for 12 years. For more information or to schedule a clarity call about Animal Reiki contact jane at calendly.com/janeevonbunker

10/15/2023

This week is National Vet Tech Week! October 15-21. Veterinary technicians are an integral part of our practice here at Express Vet NM! They routinely work long hours and often do so under high stress, yet they still maintain their composure and professionalism at all times. it’s important to us that we take the time to show our appreciation for these hard-working individuals during National Veterinary Technician Week and every other day throughout the year.

**This week we will showcase a tech a day for National Vet Tech week and share fun facts about each technician on our team! We hope you enjoy our daily posts allowing us to help you meet our wonderful staff members!

10/12/2023

Halloween is a delightful time of year for humans and canines alike. Who doesn’t love adorable dogs in costumes, or bags full of candy? As exciting as Halloween can be, it’s also a potentially dangerous time of year for your furry friends. Vet visits increase about 12% every year on Halloween, and many pets go missing. Here are our essential Dos and Don’ts to keep Halloween fun, not scary, for your best friends.

DO: MAKE SURE YOUR PET IS MICROCHIPPED, AND ID TAGS ARE ON.
With all the added excitement of kids roaming the neighborhood, and the door opening and closing for trick-or-treaters, your dog runs a higher risk of escaping on Halloween. Make sure that you’re prepared with ID tags secured and microchip up-to-date.
***To schedule a microchipping appointment please visit us at www.expressvetnm.com

DON’T: LET YOUR DOG NEAR ANY HALLOWEEN CANDY.
While your dog might do all kinds of tricks to earn a treat, stick with milk bones on Halloween. Candy often contains chocolate and xylitol, two ingredients that are toxic to dogs. If your dog accidentally consumes some candy, call your emergency vet or the Pet Poison hotline at 855-764-7661 (fees apply).

DO: PICK A COSTUME THAT’S COMFORTABLE FOR YOUR PET.
Dog costumes can be a blast for you and for your pet, but not all dogs will tolerate an elaborate cost. Let your dog adjust to their costume in the days leading up to Halloween. If they show signs of allergy or annoyance, don’t make them wear it. Always observe your dog while in costume, so they don’t get stuck or eat any part of it. If your dog is really resistant to dressing up, stick with a cute collar or a festive bandana. Avoid costumes that impede their vision or hearing.

DON’T: PUT JACK-O-LANTERNS ANYWHERE YOUR PUP CAN REACH.
If you have pumpkins lit, make sure your dog can’t get anywhere near them. It’s easy for a dog to knock one over, potentially injuring themselves or starting a fire. Even the most well-behaved dogs might be tempted by the bright light and strange smell that comes along with Jack-O-Lanterns – don’t trust their good behavior to stick.

DO: KEEP YOUR PET INDOORS OR IN YOUR SIGHT ALL EVENING.
Strange sights, new smells and things to eat, and Halloween pranksters – all these factors put your dog at a higher risk of being hurt on Halloween. If your dog spends a lot of unsupervised time in the yard, bring them inside on Halloween. Keep a close eye on them, whether they’re out trick or treating with you or inside helping you hand out the candy.

10/11/2023

We want to help reduce the stress of the holiday season, with family visiting and travel plans being made, we want to make sure the simple things don't go overlooked. Its time to check those records to make sure all your pets vaccinations are up to date before the holiday season starts!

To schedule an appointment visit our website at www.expressvetnm.com

Dogs:
Rabies and DAPP Combo $40.00
Bordetella $35.00

Cats:
Rabies and FVRCP Combo $40.00
Feline Leukemia $22.00

Microchipping is also available $40.00 (includes the registration!)

To request a copy of your records please head over to the website and click the "About us tab" then click the "Request Medical Records" on the drop down tab.

10/10/2023

Balloon Fiesta Special!

Express Vet NM is offering a discount for Spays and Neuters until the end of this week! Book a sterilization appointment at www.expressvetNM.com from now to the end of the week (10/11-10/13) and receive 25% off the price of the spay or neuter!

*Appointment for sterilization must be performed this week, 10/11-10/13 to receive the 25% off.
**25% is only applied to the sterilization
(any add-on items will be at normal cost)
***Balloon Fiesta Special needs to be put in the appointment notes to indicate that you are using the 25% off coupon
****Animals must be between the age of 3 months and 5 years of age.

10/04/2023

October is Adopt A Shelter Dog Month

Adopting a pet means saving a life, fighting against puppy mills, and typically much less money for the new pet owner. Our Veterinary clinic partners with a many local rescue groups to offer services for pets that are apart of their adoption and outreach programs. These rescues include but are not limited to Lap Dog Rescue of New Mexico, NMDOG, Bridges To Home, June's Senior Cat Rescue Pawsitive Life Rescue of NM, Doberman Rescue of New Mexico, JEMEZ ANGEL CAT Rescue, Friends of the Mountainair Animal Shelter, Labor of Love rescue in Portales, Torrance County Animal Shelter, Rez Dog rescue, Jemez Valley Animal Amigos, Bro and Tracy Animal Welfare, 2nd Chance Animal Rescue, Pet-A-Bulls, Inc., Pitties and Kitties Rescue... and many more!

We believe that our programs create a win-win for the pets, the owners & Rescues, and the community!

We are also still taking donations for our Wish for a Full Dish food drive for the Torrance County Pet food Pantry!

08/26/2023

Our first group group of donations is here for the Torrance County Animal Services Wish for a full dish pet food drive!

Every little bit helps when there is a hungry pet in need! This program significantly reduces the need for pet surrendering to the shelter in Torrance County!

Thank you to our donors, I will be here until noon today to continue accepting donations!

08/22/2023

National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day – August 22nd

For National Take your Cat to the Vet Day we wanted to remind you of the services we provide for cats, which can be booked at www.expressvetnm.com !

These services include: Wellness Exams, Spay & Neuter, Feline Leukemia/FIV Testing, FVRCP, Rabies and Feline Leukemia Vaccinations, Flea & Tick Prevention, Deworming and Microchipping Services!

Duke City Dog Spa, the grooming shop located inside our clinic also provides grooming for cats! Schedule an appointment with them at https://crm.pawfinity.com/duke-city-dog-spa/online-booking/

For safety when transporting your cats to and from the clinic or grooming salon please make sure you are choosing the right cat carrier to help create a safe and more calming environment for your anxious cat before and during your appointment.

We offer Cat CBD products for those high anxiety kiddos that could use a little help with stress and fear. Please inquire with us about these products!

08/15/2023

National Check the Chip Day – August 15th

We do microchip implanting, which includes an automatic registration of the chip for $47.36 (TAX INCLUDED) as well as scan for microchips and provide information on how to update an existing microchip for your pet!

Microchips reunite pets with families. Checking the registration information for your pet's microchip once a year is crucial to insuring you can be reunited if your pet gets lost.

**If your pet isn’t already microchipped, make an appointment with your veterinarian now for microchipping. Register your pets chip immediately with the manufacturer, making sure all of your contact information is included.

**Ask your veterinarian to scan the microchip during your pet's annual wellness exam every year.

**Each year on Check the Chip Day, check your pet's microchip registration information and update it if it's incomplete or no longer correct.