If you notice your pet acting strangely, including loss of appetite or energy, bring your pet in as soon as possible for an examination by our doctor. Pets have an instinctive tendency to hide pain and illness so that they do not show any weaknesses that might attract predators. As pet owners, by the time we notice a change in behavior, the animal may have been suffering for several days already.

We recommend that pets get a dental cleaning at least once a year.Periodontal disease (disease of the structures around the teeth such as the gums, bone, and connective tissue) is one of the most common problems that we deal with on a daily basis at Bayou Cane Veterinary Hospital. Periodontal infections, tooth fractures, and oral masses can be sources of serious discomfort for your pet. Additionally, untreated periodontal infections can cause damage to major organs of the body including the heart, liver, and kidneys. Proper veterinary dental care can help prevent your pet from developing painful dental conditions, and can extend their life expectancy as well.

Unfortunately, when accidents happen to our pets, they don’t always occur during office hours. If you find yourself in an emergency situation with your pet such as a car accident, trauma, or poisoning after office hours, please call the hospital at 985-872-9400. You will be directed to the doctor on call, or you may be referred to one of the following emergency clinics.

LSU Small Animal Clinic
191 Skip Bertman Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
225-578-9600
Or
MedVet New Orleans
2315 N. Causeway Blvd.
Metairie, LA 70001
504-835-8508

Bayou Cane Veterinary Hospital strives to offer compassionate, comprehensive veterinary care. In order to continue a high quality of service, payment is expected in full at the time of examination or procedure. We accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express. No payment plans are available.

Sometimes an unexpected emergency occurs with our pets that is not within our immediate budget. If you would like the option of financing unanticipated expenses in order to provide the best care for your pet, we are partnered with Care Credit. For more information and to find out if you qualify, please visit https://www.carecredit.com/

Additionally, pet insurance is an alternative possibility for managing the cost of unplanned veterinary care. There are a number of pet insurance companies with a variety of plans; please contact us for more information, or check under the Links tab of our website.