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Top Of The Line Care For Your Pet

Keeping to a proper examination and vaccination schedule can keep your pet healthy and healthy. It can also save you money by avoiding costly treatments down the road. 

Pet Examinations at Live Oak Animal Hospital

Pets need regular examinations even when they are healthy. Puppies and kittens need regular wellness checks every few months. Your pet can then get a yearly exam as they age, switching to twice yearly as they become elderly.

During a typical physical exam, our veterinarians will observe how your pet stands and walks. They will also check alertness, body weight, and skin and coat. Much of the rest of the examination consists of looking for problems in the eyes, ears, nose, mouth, and teeth. Catching problems in these areas early can prevent more significant health issues.

Your veterinarian will also feel parts of your pet’s body, such as the abdomen and lymph nodes, to check for pain or swelling. If necessary, they will let you know if they recommend testing.

Vaccinations at Live Oak Animal Hospital

Puppies and kittens need shots every 3-4 weeks until they reach about 12 to 16 months old. Your pet will then need vaccine boosters every few years according to a schedule set by your veterinarian. There are core vaccines for most dogs and cats, and your veterinarian may recommend others in special cases. Core vaccines include:

Dogs:

  • Canine parvovirus
  • Distemper
  • Canine hepatitis
  • Rabies

Cats:

  • Feline distemper
  • Feline calicivirus
  • Feline herpesvirus Type I
  • Rabies

It is essential that you stick to the schedule that your veterinarian suggests. Long gaps between vaccinations give animal diseases a window of opportunity to make your beloved companion ill.

Schedule an Examination or Vaccination For Your Pet Today

Whether your pet is fresh from the litter or aging, it is never too late to contact us at Live Oaks Animal Hospital to set up examination and vaccination schedules. We are proud to be a locally-owned business, and our award-winning veterinarians would love to add you and your pets to our ever-growing family.

Schedule An Appointment

98th & Slide

(806) 794-9000

113th & Indiana

(806) 642-4010

Midtown

(806) 758-3058

Types of Pets Seen

Because a large number of veterinarians practice at Live Oak Animal Hospital, we can care for many types of pets:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Rabbits*
  • Pocket Pets*
  • Reptiles*
  • Birds*

*Select veterinarians only. Please call for more information.

Live Oak Animal Hospital

98th & Slide
5214 98th St.
Ste. 100
Lubbock, TX 79424
Hospital
(806) 794-9000
Pet Hotel
(806) 794-7000

113th & Indiana (South)
11302 Indiana Ave.
Lubbock, TX 79423
Hospital
(806) 642-4010
Pet Hotel (South Suites)
(806) 642-4011

Midtown
4808 50th St.
Lubbock, TX 79424
Hospital
(806) 758-3058

Mobile Vet
We Come To You!
Hospital
(806) 794-9000

Animal Hospital Hours

98th & Slide
Monday – Friday: 8am–8pm
Saturday: 8am–5pm
Sunday: 12pm–5pm

113th & Indiana (South)
Monday – Friday: 8am–6pm
Saturday: 8am–12pm
Sunday: Closed

Midtown
Monday – Friday: 8am–12pm, 1pm – 5pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Mobile Vet Unit
Call to Schedule

Pet Hotel Hours

98th & Slide
Monday – Friday: 7am–6pm
Saturday: 8am–12pm, 4pm–6pm
Sunday: 4pm–6pm

113th & Indiana (South)
Monday – Friday: 8am–6pm
Saturday: 8am–12pm
Sunday: 4pm–6pm

Emergencies

For after hours emergencies, please contact the Lubbock Small Animal Emergency Clinic located at 6305 66th.

(806) 797-6483

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