…We have a new Digital X-ray machine for the highest quality images available.  These can be e-mailed immediately for referral if necessary.

…Dr. Elias is PennHipp certified.  Now, x-rays can be taken as early as 9-10 months of age to evaluate the hips of dogs.  This early evaluation can help you determine whether to breed your dog or, for those of you who do not wish to breed, what alterations need to be made in your pet’s diet and daily routine to decrease the likelihood of them developing canine hip dysplasia.

…We have consultation and testing available for timing precise ovulation for breeding pets.

...We have genetic testing for many hereditary conditions (see our website) and tests to predict the color of pups for breeders.

…We have oxygen cages for critical care of small animals and nasogastric oxygen available for larger patients.

…Our operating room is equipped with circulating (non-burn) warm water pads as well as pediatric breathing tubes for the tiniest of patients.

…Anesthesia during your pet’s surgery is administered by the doctor only and your pet has a private post-operative surgical nurse.

…During anesthesia, your pet is monitored with a pulse oximeter (measures oxygen levels), EKG (measures heart rate and any abnormal beats), defibrillator is available if needed, an esophageal stethoscope (measures the force of the heat beat for early detection of any problems), and a Dinamap blood pressure monitor.

…Our cardiology department has EKG available for monitoring intensive care patients.  Heart “halter” devices are also available from an outside lab if your pet is required to wear a heart monitor at home.  Your pet’s EKG can be videotaped for transmission over the internet or can be transmitted by phone for immediate consultation.  We also have interpretative EKG in house.

…Our intensive care unit is equipped with a fully stocked pharmacy, warm water (non burn) blankets, IV fluid pumps for fluid management and a remote access camera by which your pet’s doctor can monitor your pet from home at all hours of the night. 

…Dr. Coats makes late night checks on all hospitalized patients.

…We have an in-house ultrasound for bladder ultrasounds and liver and kidney biopsies.

…An outside veterinary consultant is available to come to our hospital and perform detailed ultrasounds of the heart and abdomen to further evaluate heart disease and to help rule out cancer and other problems such as foreign objects.

…Our pharmacy is stocked with the best medications available and our practice manager constantly searches for the “best buys” to keep your costs down.

…Our heartworm prevention and flea products are priced at or below popular online and television companies.

…We have a referral center in Cary for serious orthopedic, eye, internal medicine or cancer treatment.

…We have a behavior treatment specialist in Cary, NC for any behavior problems and an excellent trainer here in Rocky Mount for obedience or other problems.

…A veterinary ambulance (Animalance) is available with online life support to transport your critical care patient to the veterinary school in Raleigh where CT scans, additional diagnostics and advanced surgical techniques are available.

…Our computer system allows us to access your pet’s records from anywhere in the United States.

…We have regular monthly staff meetings to discuss the latest techniques and customer service and ways we can improve to serve you better and continue to provide your pet with the best medical care possible.

…We have a full time staff person who maintains your pet’s reminders and someone dedicated to call you personally for follow up care with a personal touch.

…We are AAHA certified which means we have high standards for cleanliness and organization and are inspected regularly to insure that we maintain these standards.

…We are committed to less fortunate animals and are actively involved in the community and offer discounted spay/neuter clinics.

…If we do not carry a product you want we can order it for you through our online pharmacy, www.vetcentric.com, for home delivery.

…You can apply for a veterinary credit card online through our website.  Interest free options and low monthly payments are available so you can choose the best health care for your pet.

…Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI) is available for well-care and vaccine expenses and can be applied for through our website. 

…Dr. Elias and Dr. Farrell both are knowledgeable about bird care.

…We work with reptiles and small pocket pets such as rabbits, hamsters, gerbils, and guinea pigs and Dr. Coats will work with goats, horses and cattle.

…We offer clinics for rabies vaccines, heartworm tests, feline leukemia and FIV tests.

…Our new Emergency Hospital is fully equipped to handle any emergency that may arise.  We are Eastern North Carolina's first fully equipped, continued care emergency facility.  Click here for Emergency Information!

…We support our local food banks, My Sister’s House, United Community Ministries, The Bassett Center, the Pregnancy Care Center, and Open Door Ministry of Faith.

…We thank Jesus Christ daily for our success and the glory is HIS!