Services

Wellness Care
As your pet matures from juvenile to adult to senior, we offer comprehensive wellness plans designed to address the particular health needs of each stage. The wellness program is tailored to meet your pets needs including physical exams, vaccinations, dental and nutritional recommendations, heartworm and parasite control, appropriate laboratory testing and behavioral counseling. We are a team working to ensure that your pet enjoys a long, happy and healthy life. BACK TO TOP

Dental Care
Dental problems are one of the most common and significant issues in our pets. Our focus is on preventative dental care. We aim to detect dental problems before they become too severe to be corrected thus requiring surgical extraction. After completing your pet’s oral examination the veterinary team will make specific recommendations regarding proper dental care to optimize your pet’s oral health and comfort. If necessary we may recommend a dental cleaning under anesthesia for your pet. BACK TO TOP

Diagnostics
When your pet is ill, a physical examination is only a piece of the puzzle to help us determine what is wrong. Highland Animal Hospital has a full in house diagnostic laboratory capable of providing immediate blood work results as well as a new state-of-the-art veterinary x-ray machine and automatic processor. When more sophisticated testing is required, we utilize a certified veterinary laboratory offering the expertise of board certified specialists in pathology, hematology, internal medicine and radiology. For your convenience we can also schedule in-house ultrasonography, endoscopy and colonoscopy performed by a board certified veterinary cardiologist and internal medicine specialist. BACK TO TOP

Surgery
No procedure is routine when it comes to surgery. Our doctors and nurses provide an individualized anesthetic and pain management plan for each pet undergoing surgery. For your pet’s safety, our operating suite is equipped with the latest in veterinary monitoring systems including EKG, oxygen saturation, temperature, heart rate and respiration rate. Our nurses monitor and record vital signs from the moment your pet is anesthetized until he/she is safely in recovery. The doctors at Highland Animal Hospital are experienced in a wide variety of soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries. In the event that a surgical procedure requires techniques beyond our expertise we have access to a board certified surgeon who will perform both orthopedic and soft tissue surgery at our hospital. BACK TO TOP

Oncology
The health care team at Highland Animal Hospital is experienced in diagnosing and treating a variety of cancers. Oncology specialists are available to our doctors for consultations regarding the most current treatment protocols available to extend your pet’s life. Our goal is to work closely with you to ensure your pet’s comfort and dignity.
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Microchip pet identification
We offer a safe and secure pet identification system utilizing “Home Again” microchip implantation technology. BACK TO TOP

Birds, reptiles & small mammals
We understand how important your exotic pet is to you. The diagnostic and treatment options available for our dog and cat patients are also available for our exotic patients. The doctors at Highland Animal Hospital have a special interest in treating birds, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice, rats hedgehogs and reptiles. BACK TO TOP

In house pharmacy
To expedite the treatment of a sick pet and for the convenience of our clients, Highland Animal Hospital stocks a wide variety of veterinary pharmaceuticals. In addition, we have added a pharmacy request message line to help cut down on phone time for our clients. BACK TO TOP

Prescription diets
The treatment of many conditions often requires the feeding of specialized veterinary diets. We carry a variety of Hills, Eukanuba, IVD, Waltham and Purina prescription foods. BACK TO TOP

Parasite control
Our knowledgeable staff is happy to assist you in determining the right products to protect your pet against heartworm disease, flea and tick infestations and internal parasites. Many parasites pose a zoonotic threat to humans. It is critical for the health of your pet and your family that a thorough parasite control plan be implemented throughout the life of your pet. BACK TO TOP

Referrals
We are fortunate to have many veterinary specialists available to us in the Boston metropolitan area. If a second opinion is beneficial for your pet we will gladly recommend a specialist at one of the surrounding referral hospitals. BACK TO TOP

“Highland Inn”
Whether you’re planning a vacation or handling a family emergency, please consider the “Highland Inn” as your pet’s home away from home. We are proud to offer an outstanding boarding facility at our newly constructed hospital. Our amenities include air conditioning, radiant floor heated runs, three daily-supervised play sessions in our fully fenced outdoor exercise yard as well as music in every room. Canine accommodations include lodging in our indoor suites, runs or condos. In addition to the above, guests staying in a luxury suite enjoy roomier accommodations with plenty of natural light, only 5 suites per room, platform beds, elevated water and food bowls and web cam accessibility to allow the rest of the family to take a peek!

Canine Guests
The daily menu consists of a high quality premium dog food, however, should your pet desire home cooking, we will gladly feed owner-provided food. Of course fresh water is available at all times. Your pet’s quarters will be cleaned and sanitized at least twice a day. Heartworm medication or vitamins brought from home will be administered at no charge. Sanitary baths will be provided if your pet becomes soiled.

Feline Guests
For our feline guests we offer a quiet, peaceful boarding area separate from our canine guests. The majority of our kitty condos have clear plexiglass backs allowing our guests to overlook either the goings-on of the hospital reception area or the outdoors. Exercise is provided for each individual guest as they spend time enjoying our “kitty jungle gym”. Piped in music is provided for their enjoyment.

Boarding
Boarding is different from hospitalization in that it is provided for healthy animals. Of course, should you pet require medical or preventative treatment while in our “Inn”, you can rest assured it will receive the best care available. We will gladly schedule a dental cleaning or grooming while your pet stays with us.

We now offer Sunday discharges from the “Inn” for your convenience. BACK TO TOP

“Pet Spa”
Pamper your pet with a day of beauty on our pet spa. From nail trims to the latest in poodle cuts, our experienced groomer offers a variety of services for both canine and feline guests. Utilizing the hydro surge bathing system, medicated and sanitary baths penetrate even the thickest coats to provide therapeutic relief as well as a deep down clean. Let us transform your pet from “Shabby to Chic” BACK TO TOP

Grooming
Due to the demand for our grooming services, appointments must be made several weeks prior to arrival at the “Inn”  BACK TO TOP

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