The Bay’s Best
Critical Care for dogs and cats.
Critical care is our foundation. It is in our DNA. We are pioneering higher standards for dogs and cats. Because your pet deserves the best that the world has to offer.
The Bay’s Best
Critical Care for dogs and cats.
Critical care is our foundation. It is in our DNA. We are pioneering higher standards for dogs and cats. Because your pet deserves the best that the world has to offer.
Our ICU is staffed with both elite veterinarians and veterinary technicians 24 hours a day. Your pet is monitored constantly, and their standard of care will be truly unmatched. We pay special attention to pain levels and use cutting edge pain control to keep your pet comfortable.
In critical care situations, animals require support from advanced equipment and medications to keep the body functioning normally while they recover.
In critical care situations, animals require support from advanced equipment and medications to keep the body functioning normally while they recover.
Our diagnostic and monitoring capabilities include:
- Continuous EKG monitoring
- Oxygen therapy, with comfortable oxygen cages and nasal oxygen lines
- Blood pressure monitors
- Pulse oximetry
- Capnography
- Rapid in-house diagnostic testing, including blood gas and electrolytes monitoring
- In-house blood bank for the treatment of life-threatening blood loss or anemia
- Mechanical ventilation using a therapeutic ventilator
- 24-hour access to lab equipment and diagnostic imaging (digital X-rays, ultrasound, CT/MRI)
- Arterial blood gases
- Advanced catheters, including arterial lines and sampling catheters
- Rapid diagnosis of common toxins
The doctor in charge of the case will update you daily, usually in the morning. If your pet’s condition changes significantly, a veterinarian will call you immediately.
The duration of your pet’s critical care stay with us will vary, depending on the situation. During that time, you are encouraged to visit and to bring toys and other personal items in for your pet.
For more information about our advanced veterinary capabilities and help with setting up an appointment, to schedule a consultation via phone or for other assistance contact us.