East Ridge Veterinary Hospital

02/12/2024

Do you know the difference between sedation and general anesthesia? Sedation refers to a state where the patient is calm and relaxed and may or may not be conscious. Sedation is typically used for shorter (up to 30 minutes), less-invasive veterinary procedures such as diagnostic imaging, joint injections, suture removal, and wound management. Injectable sedation is short-acting, and with most sedatives, a reversal agent can be given once the procedure is complete. This agent reverses the effects of the sedative on the central nervous system and can provide quick recovery within 15-20 minutes after injection.

On the other hand, anesthesia produces a loss of consciousness. General anesthesia is typically used for longer, more invasive procedures such as surgery or dental cleanings. When a pet is under general anesthesia, they are connected to an anesthetic machine, and a tube is placed through their mouth into the trachea to allow oxygen and the inhalant anesthetic to be dispersed as the patient breathes.

07/10/2023

East Ridge Veterinary Hospital is looking to add a new team member. The job will involve all aspects of working in a small animal veterinary hospital including client service representative, lab/pharmacy technician, surgical assistant, patient care and light custodial duties. The job is full time with one afternoon off weekly. Benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, discounted veterinary services for your pet, retirement plan and a fun interesting work environment. Offering on the job training with opportunity for certification as a Certified Veterinary Assistant. Contact us at 325-235-4812 or pick up an application at our office today.

Providing the best of care for your special family members.

05/04/2023

East Ridge Veterinary Hospital is looking to add a new team member. The job will involve all aspects of working in a small animal veterinary hospital including client service representative, lab/pharmacy technician, surgical assistant, patient care and light custodial duties. The job is full time with one afternoon off weekly. Benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, discounted veterinary services for your pet, retirement plan and a fun interesting work environment. Offering on the job training with opportunity for certification as a Certified Veterinary Assistant. Contact us at 325-235-4812 or pick up an application at our office today.

12/20/2022

Here are some timely tips from the American Veterinary Medical Association on protecting your pets from the upcoming harsh weather.

You’re probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather, but did you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to your pets'

10/27/2022

Perfect ending to a busy day, puppy breath overload. If you have room for a Pyrenees cross puppy, 3 still need homes. Contact us if you’re interested at 325-235-4812.

10/11/2022

Let's make pet care simpler and easier. Download the PetDesk app to schedule appointments or request medication refills 24/7, get important updates on needed pet care, and have vital medial information about your pet's care right at hand. The app is free and simple to setup and use.

07/13/2022

Thanks to the great folks at Second Chance Dog Rescue(SCDR) Sadie has escaped the triple digit Texas heat for the cooler climes of the Pacific Northwest and the embrace of a new & loving family. Best of luck to all.
SCDR is a super bunch of dedicated folks making a real difference but the current need is so much greater than the available resources. If you can help in any way please consider doing so.

06/15/2022

This super sweet dog needs a good home. She was dumped on Hoyt Street about a month ago. Since being rescued, she has been spayed, heartworm tested(negative) and vaccinated for Rabies. She’s great with people and loves attention, answers to Sadie and is house broken. Needs to go to a home with no other pets. If you have room in your home for a new best friend, contact our office at 325-235-4812.

04/22/2022

East Ridge Veterinary Hospital is looking to add a new team member. The job will involve all aspects of working in a small animal veterinary hospital including client service representative, lab/pharmacy technician, surgical assistant, patient care and light custodial duties. The job is full time with one afternoon off weekly. Benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, discounted veterinary services for your pet, retirement plan and a fun interesting work environment. Offering on the job training with opportunity for certification as a Certified Veterinary Assistant. Contact us at 325-235-4812 or pick up an application at our office.

Providing the best of care for your special family members.

04/13/2022

If you are missing this little dude, please contact us at 235-4812. It was picked up on East Broadway

03/21/2022

It’s that time of year. The best way to manage these pests is to prevent an infestation before it starts. Protect your pet now.

As Texas continues to warm up and prepare for spring, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory, TVMDL, is reminding animal owners to be aware of common springtime parasites that have the potential to impact animal health. According to Mindy Borst, TVMDL clinical pathology assistant sec...

02/27/2022

For your dogs, the fear is real.

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“Good morning guys!! Happy Sunday 😂😂😂”

02/02/2022

Due to icy conditions we are closing for the day. We’ll reopen tomorrow when road and street conditions improve.

01/30/2022

This coming week looks to be really bad for outside pets. Please use the next couple of days to make special arrangements for them. If it’s impossible to get them in out of the weather, make sure their shelter is adequate, provide supplemental heat, increase their caloric intake, make sure they have unfrozen water available and check on them frequently. In other words, follow the admonition of Proverbs 12:10. A wise man cares for the needs of his animals.

01/25/2022

East Ridge Veterinary Hospital will be closed Tuesday January 25th for staff training. Thank you for your patience. We will be back open on Wednesday.

12/23/2021

East Ridge Veterinary Hospital will be closing for the Christmas holiday today at noon and will reopen Monday the 27th.
Merry Christmas to all our wonderful clients.

12/08/2021

12/07/2021

Sorry for any inconvenience but our phones are out. AT&T tells us a line has been cut affecting a large area and it may be up to 24 hours before service is restored.

12/05/2021

After a weekend of intensive evaluation, it’s been determined that Ginger, formally known as Red Dog, is not only good around other dogs but is an excellent house dog, is incredibly patient with small children and is as chill a dog as you’ve ever seen. She’ll make someone a great next dog.

12/01/2021

Repeating the picture of Red Dog. We’re still looking for a good home for her. She is spayed and has had a rabies vaccination. She is leash trained and good with other dogs. She’ll make a great addition to your family.

11/29/2021

Meet Bengi and Red Dog. Bengi is a neutered male and Red Dog is a spayed female. Both are just over one year old and vaccinated for rabies. They came from the same household and looked after each other while living on the streets for several weeks and are best buddies. Red Dog is leash trained, Bengi, not so much. Please share this and help us find them a good home.

11/09/2021

Help us find a forever home for this great dog. She was rescued off the streets in Snyder a couple of weeks ago. She is about 1 year old and is probably part Golden Retriever. She gets along good with other dogs and is well behaved in the house. Since being rescued, she has been spayed, dewormed and has had her first rabies vaccination. Come by the office to meet her. You’ll be glad you did.

10/18/2021

Due to Covid related illnesses, we are extremely short handed. We ask for your patience over the next week. If your phone call is unanswered, please try again. We're hopeful to be at full staff sometime next week.

06/24/2021

This poor kitten experienced his worse and best day all on the same day. He apparently got caught in the motor of a vehicle, suffering multiple fractures to his back legs before falling out into the middle of the street. Fortunately he was rescued by another motorist. He has fractures to both femurs and also to his tibia. He’s just had the first of two orthopedic surgeries. He’s one tough little cookie but we still need to find him a good home.

05/24/2021

It's that time of year. We've already seen multiple bite incidents.

04/16/2021

04/08/2021

It’s a good day when you see poodle puppies by the box full.