We want you to have a wonderful summer filled with happy memories with your pet. Have fun and be safe! 

If you are in our area and have concerns about your pet's health, our caring and knowledgeable vets are here to help. You can reach us at 281-970-0601. 

​If you suspect your pet has heat stroke, make an appointment to see Dr. Tanner Tracy or your veterinarian today. ​

Every year, thousands of pets are taken to their local vet across the country because they ingested regular household items that are poisonous to them. With Poison Prevention Week coming up, we want to take a few moments to highlights some of the toxins that could hurt your precious four-legged family member. 

Cat Aspirin Toxicity
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Although your veterinarian may sometimes recommend aspirin for what ails your pet, please know that it can be very toxic for cats. The wrong dose or accidental ingestion of aspirin or aspirin products can cause serious gastrointestinal, neurological, respiratory and bleeding problems. Cats cannot metabolize aspirin as quickly as dogs so they are more susceptible to the effects. Young pets are also more sensitive to aspirin toxicity than adult animals. Always keep aspirin products away from pets and never administer aspirin to pets, unless instructed to by your veterinarian.

Other Toxic Items To Keep Away From Your Dog or Cat

​In addition to the items listed above, other things that can prove poisonous for dogs and cats can include:

• chocolate,
• vitamins and minerals such as Iron and Vitamin D3
• caffeine pills,
• glow sticks
• mouse and rat poison among others. 

If you suspect that your pet has ingested any of these items or other questionable substances, call the Pet Poison hotline or your veterinarian for assistance right away. Make sure you let them know the information from the container, package or label. Acting quickly could save the life of your pet. 
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Do you have question about your pet's health? Visit Dr. Tanner Tracy here in Cypress, TX. 

Call (281) 970-0601 or click on the button below to schedule an appointment.

We accept CareCredit and are seeing new patients.  

Plaque, tartar, and bacteria in the mouth may lead to periodontal disease. Periodontal disease not only leads to bad breath, it can also result in painful infections, tooth loss and other serious, even life-threatening health conditions. It can spread through the bloodstream to the heart, liver, and kidneys, and shorten your pet's life. Since gum disease increases the risk for other, more serious health conditions that we've listed, daily home care in conjunction with annual veterinary dental exams and cleanings are essential. 

Bad breath isn't just unpleasant, it can be unhealthy!
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The AVMA recommends daily brushing of your pet's teeth and regular dental checkups. In fact, studies indicate that daily home brushing and regular dental care may add as much as five years to your pet's life!

During your pet's annual examination, we checks your pet's dental health and will recommend a dental cleaning if necessary, as well as give you advice on how to maintain your dog or cat's good oral health. But if you notice plaque and tartar build-up, that your pet has difficulty chewing, has bad breath, or if you have any other oral concerns, schedule an appointment to see your veterinarian right away. Good oral health is a key factor in your pet's overall wellness!

In addition to regular scheduled teeth cleanings, veterinarians provide comprehensive dental care.  Some of the pet dental services provided at Tracy Animal Hospital can include:

• Dental radiographs
• Tooth extractions
• Oral surgery
• Detailed instructions from veterinarians and staff
• Educational Material

We believe that good dental hygiene in our pets is not just about treating problems - it is about good prevention. It starts with care at home! Our staff is happy to teach you how to examine your pet's mouth, the proper technique for brushing their teeth, as well as recommend treats and diets that support dental health.

If your vet has talked to you about a Wellness Pacakage for your fur-baby, you may be wondering how the different tests benefit your pet and if they're really worth the money. 

Dr. Tanner Tracy breaks down the tests and services that are offered in our Wellness Packages here at Tracy Animal Hospital, how they benefit your pet’s health, and how paying up front for wellness services can save you money in the long run.  

Wellness Packages are designed to reduce your cost as a pet owner for preventative services that help your pet live longer, healthier lives.  Most pet owners will take their fur-baby to the vet when they notice a decline in their pet’s health. The concern is that dogs and cats can’t tell you that they aren’t well. Health complications and symptoms present themselves in different ways. By the time that you notice something is wrong, a disease or an illness may have already progressed and done lasting damage to your pet’s health.
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Wellness Packages include several tests that help veterinarians identify and treat illnesses before they affect your pet’s long-term health – this helps your pet live a longer, healthier life and can save you money on treatment options. The cost of services and medication is also significantly less than treating the disease or health complication. It all starts with a baseline exam of your pet’s health.

​When you get a baseline of your pet’s health, you get a snapshot of how different organs are functioning at that moment in time. Because dogs and cats age so much more quickly than people do, it's crucial that they make it into the pet clinic every year get these preventative services. Think of it this way: One human year is about 5-7 dog or cat years. When your pet goes to the vet every year, it’s the equivalent of you going to the doctor every 5-7 years! A lot can happen in 5-7 years and going to the doctor helps catch any possible health complications and even life-threating. The goal is to help pets live long and healthy lives. Veterinarians monitor the results every year and compare them to the original baseline to identify potential changes that are indicators of illness and disease in your pet.

Having Your Pet come in for a physical exam is good, but there are things we simply can’t catch. During an exam, we could have suspicions about a disease, but running bloodwork, a urinalysis and a fecal examination can help in diagnosing a disease so that the appropriate treatment can take place. Some of the health complications that we’ve been able to catch by doing bloodwork, a urinalysis, a heartworm test (for canines), and a fecal float (stool sample) have included:

• Kidney dysfunction
• Liver dysfunction
• Infection
• Thyroid problems
• Heartworm disease
• Diabetes
• Presence of parasites

​At Tracy Animal Hospital, we believe in recommending only what your pet needs in order to help make pet care more accessible and affordable. Our Pet Wellness Packages include the tests that inform us of any potential health concerns. While Pet Wellness Packages can vary from clinic to clinic, the following services are included at most animal hospitals. During the initial visit with your fur-baby, we perform these tests and get what is known as a baseline – or starting point – snapshot of your pet’s health.

Comprehensive Exam
We perform an annual exam for your dog or cat that includes a head to tail check: eyes, ears, mouth, heart & lung sound, skin & coat health, teeth, etc. We'll discuss any concerns that you may have as well as go over any findings.

Full  Bloodwork Panel
Extensive blood work tests allow us to perform a routine check of the body's internal organ function including kidney function, liver function, and red & white blood cells. 
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Vaccinations
Canines

•  Rabies Vaccination
• DHLPP Vaccine : protects against distempter, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parainfluenza, parvovirus
• Bordatella Vaccine

Felines

• Feline Rabies
• Feline Distemper
• Feline Leukemia (optional)

Stool & Fecal Exam (2x per year)
A fecal exam is a microscopic evaluation of feces which allows us to screen for internal parasites. This is performed every 6 months.

Heartworm Test (For our Canine Friends)
We perform a specific blood test annually in order to detect Heartworm disease. It is also required before heartworm prevention medication can be purchased.

Senior Pets
Dogs are considered senior pets by the age of 7, and cats are considered senior pets by the age of 9. For this reason, our pet clinic offers additional testing as part of our wellness packages to monitor your dog or cat's health throughout their senior years. As animals age, the likelikood of endocrine issues arise, thyroid being the most common. For this reason, our senior friends need additional tests to help monitor kidney and thyroid function.  
 
Additional Discounts
We love perks and discounts as much as anyone!
Our pet parents save an additional 5% on the following services when they enroll their pet into one of our Wellness Packages:

• nail trim
• microchip
• heartworm medication
• shampoo
• flea/tick medication

You can also save 15% of dental cleanings and dental services year round!
​(excludes prescription diets & surgery)

Each test and service that benefits your pet has a unique price. Pet Wellness Packages are meant to reward pet parents for signing up in advance for these services and reduce the overall cost of care over a year's time. Let's consider the Canine Adult Wellness Package offered here at Tracy Animal Hospital:

• When you add up the individual cost of the comprehensive exam, the full bloodwork panel, all necessary vaccinations, 2 fecal examinations, and the heartworm test the total comes out to $420. 
• The cost of the Adult Canine Wellness Package is $325 saving pet parents $95 right up front. Over the year, pet parents who sign their pet up for this package will get an additional 5% off of nail trims, microchip, heartworm medication, shampoo, and flea/tick medication. There is an additional 15% taken off of dental cleanings throughout the year as well! 

Pet care can be more manageable when considering the costs up front and budgeting for your pet's needs. 

Do you have question about our Wellness Packages? Ask our front desk staff and Dr. Tanner Tracy Wellness Package options when you are here. 

Call (281) 970-0601 or click here to request an appointment online.

We accept CareCredit and are seeing new patients.  ​