- Dental CareWhile the doctors at Adobe Animal Hospital perform basic veterinary dental procedures and dental extractions, there are times when a veterinary dentist/oral surgeon may be recommended. We work closely with the Board Certified Veterinary Dentists at Arizona Veterinary Dental Specialists, and are happy to refer you to them for complicated dentistry needs.
- Vaccination
- Veterinary OphthalmologyAt Adobe Animal Hospital we do treat certain ocular (eye) disorders, and we are able to perform basic ophthalmology diagnostic tests, but we also refer special cases to Board Certified Veterinary Ophthalmologists.
- Behavioral CounselingChirrups & Chatter's Tabitha Kucera is located in the state of Ohio, but she offers virtual behavior consultations for cats and their people. Our own technician, Tasha, has worked with Tabitha and was very impressed with her skills in feline behavior. Tabitha even offers "Happy Veterinary Visits" training and a virtual "Kitten Kindergarten". Tabitha is a Registered Veterinary Technician, Certified Cat Behavior Consultant, is Fear Free Elite Certified, an holds numerous other certifications and affiliations. To learn more about what Chirrups & Chatter has to offer, please check out the links below.
- Nutritional CounselingDuring your pet's annual visit, we may also discuss your pet's diet, and make sure they are on a healthy, appropriate diet. We can also make recommendations for weight management and weight loss. We recommend grain-inclusive diets that meet AAFCO and WSAVA guidelines (read more here on why grain-inclusive diets are recommended).
- Comprehensive ExaminationAt Adobe Animal Hospital we believe that preventative care is very important in the early detection of disease in our canine and feline patients. We believe in vaccinating pets based on exposure and necessity. We strongly recommend annual examinations be performed on every pet, every year. Annual lab work can also help detect issues before symptoms occur and can be a helpful baseline to compare with if a pet becomes ill.
- Parasites Treatment and ControlWe offer special pricing on Junior and Senior labwork profiles that include your pet’s examination and their annual Heartworm test.
- Pain ManagementDr. Jennifer Fitzpatrick, DVM joined the Adobe Animal Hospital team this year. She graduated from Kansas State University with a BS in Biology and then went on to graduate in 2003 with a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. She has spent the last 18 years in small animal general practice and emergency veterinary medicine. Her special interests include internal medicine, dermatology and surgery. Pain management is very important to her and she strives to make each pet as comfortable as possible. Dr. Fitzpatrick loves outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and off roading – anything that gets adrenaline pumping! She also enjoys spending time with her dogs, backyard chickens and unwinding with her hands in the dirt "grounding" in the garden.
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentOur doctors perform head to tail examinations of each patient during their visit to our clinic. This includes examining your pet’s eyes, ears, oral cavity, skin and coat, and any area of concern. The doctor will listen carefully to your pet’s heart and lungs and perform a palpation of your pet’s abdomen. Depending on any concerns, a more thorough inspection of a specific area may be needed.
- Upper Respiratory Illness TreatmentAt Adobe Animal Hospital, we treat many dogs and cats with allergy issues involving the skin, ears, eyes, and respiratory system. In some cases, we may refer your pet to a veterinary dermatologist for further evaluation and treatment of allergy-related issues.
- Leptospirosis Treatment
- Parvovirus Infection Treatment
- Arthritis TreatmentThese are some of our patients who have benefited from Regenerative Stem Cell Therapy for the treatment of Osteoarthritis. We have seen huge improvements in many of our patients, and many have been able to come off of medications that they needed prior to stem cell therapy!
- Hip Dysplasia TreatmentPresented as a 3 year old mixed breed who came to us with hip dysplasia so severe that hip replacement surgery was recommended for both hips. After discussing stem cell therapy with the owner, we brought in an orthopedic surgeon to perform the hip replacement in the right hip, and stem cell therapy was performed on the left side. Molly's left hip was injected with stem cells, and additional stem cells were administered intravenously, as well. (Un)fortunately, Molly was feeling so good after treatment, she attempted to jump her gate and broke her right femur. The orthopedic surgeon returned and repaired her broken leg. After 3 months, Molly returned for radiographs to assess the healing of the fractured leg (which had healed very well!), but we were struck by the amazing effects the stem cell treatment had had on her left hip! The arthritis had actually REVERSED itself to a certain extent. While we knew stem cell therapy could improve a patient's comfort with arthritis, the visible improvement to the hip joint on X-rays was an unexpected and exciting development.
- Heart Disease TreatmentAt this time, many people have been concerned about their pet’s food and the recent FDA announcement regarding the possible link between “grain-free” diets and Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM). “Canine DCM is a disease of a dog’s heart muscle and results in an enlarged heart. As the heart and its chambers become dilated, it becomes harder for the heart to pump, and heart valves may leak, leading to a buildup of fluids in the chest and abdomen (FDA, 2019). This type of heart disease is more common in certain breeds of dogs, but the recent influx of DCM cases in breeds not typically pre-disposed has stirred the FDA to look into the possible cause.
- Kidney Disease TreatmentAt Adobe Animal Hospital we recommend and perform anesthetic dentistry procedures on canine and feline patients. Dental disease not only affects your pet’s teeth, but chronic inflammation and bacteria in the mouth can also lead to heart and kidney disease, as well as other issues. Hidden dental issues can also cause tremendous discomfort to our pets, and most dogs and cats don’t show pain the way humans do.
- Dental SurgeryOur doctors will also perform tooth extractions and minor oral surgery, when needed. If extractions are necessary the veterinarian or Certified Veterinary Technician will perform oral blocks to numb the necessary areas, and the doctor will perform all extractions and oral surgery.
- Veterinary SurgeryAdobe Animal Hospital is a full service companion animal hospital located in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet. We strive to achieve this goal through client education and superior customer service. We encourage routine and preventive care for young, healthy pets that can lead to the early detection and treatment of disease in older pets. We also provide complete medical and surgical care in our modern facility.
- Declawing
- Laboratory ServicesOur doctors currently work with Antech laboratories, and we send most of our labwork to their outside lab. We also have the ability to perform in-house blood work in emergency or urgent situations. We can also perform numerous types of microscopic testing including: fecal smears, ear cytology, urinalysis, blood smears, and fine needle aspirates.
- X-Ray
- Dental RadiologyWe provide a broad spectrum of diagnostics through in-house testing and the use of external laboratories. We also work closely with local specialty practices when special diagnostic procedures or surgeries are necessary. Our facility includes a large treatment area, in-house laboratory facility, 2 ultrasonic dental cleaning units and dental radiography, a well-stocked pharmacy, in-hospital surgery suite, in-house digital x-ray unit, a closely supervised hospitalization area, and indoor kennels.
- Microchipping
- Grooming
- Senior Pet CareHelp patients maintain a bond with their families through all stages of their lives, and has a particular fondness for senior pets. Her areas of special interest include dentistry, pain management, and behavioral