Business Details
Your Trusted New Orleans Veterinary Care Partner
Established in the 1950s, Carrollton Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted fixture in the Carrollton neighborhood of New Orleans for over six decades. Our family-driven philosophy centers on treating every patient as our own pet, ensuring compassionate and personalized care for every animal entrusted to us. Through challenges like Hurricane Katrina and a subsequent fire, we have remained steadfast in our mission, adapting our modern facilities while preserving our core values.Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff combine advanced medical technology with a deep commitment to animal welfare, offering around-the-clock availability to address urgent needs and support pet owners in the community.
Services
Boarding
Bathing
General Dentistry
Surgery
Preventative Care
In-House Diagnostics
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of experience serving New Orleans pet owners.
- Our team maintains a family-driven philosophy of treating each pet as our own.
- Advanced surgical procedures backed by 79 years of combined veterinary expertise.
- We provide 24/7 availability for urgent care consultations.
- Modern facilities include climate-controlled boarding and state-of-the-art diagnostics.
What people say
Treating every animal as their own
Services
Boarding
Carrollton Veterinary Hospital offers supervised pet boarding in climate-controlled facilities maintained by trained veterinary technicians. Pets of all sizes receive constant monitoring, with emergency veterinary care available on-site. The secure environment ensures comfort and safety during owners' absences, combining medical oversight with attentive care.
Surgery
Our advanced surgical suite handles routine and complex procedures, including orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries. With 79 years of combined experience, doctors use pre-surgical blood work and modern monitoring equipment to ensure patient safety. Continuous veterinary supervision during procedures and post-operative recovery guarantees optimal outcomes for pets undergoing treatment.
Preventative Care
Comprehensive wellness programs address pets' needs at every life stage, from vaccinations and parasite prevention for young animals to senior-specific blood testing and dental care. Nutritional counseling and microchipping services help maintain long-term health, emphasizing early detection of potential issues through regular check-ups and diagnostic screenings.
Dental Care
Advanced dental diagnostics identify oral disease early, preventing systemic complications. Professional cleanings remove tartar that threatens organ health, with annual treatments recommended to extend pets' lifespans. Our surgical suite enables complex dental procedures, combining preventive maintenance with treatment for existing conditions.
In-House Diagnostics
On-site laboratory facilities enable rapid blood work and diagnostic testing to identify underlying health issues before surgeries or during routine exams. This capability supports timely treatment decisions, ensuring accurate assessments of organ function and overall pet health without requiring external laboratory delays.
Questions
How safe are veterinary procedures for senior pets?
Senior pet procedures require physical exams, medical history reviews, and blood work to minimize risks. These precautions help ensure safety while addressing age-related health concerns effectively.
What's the recommended frequency for pet exams?
Annual exams and blood work are advised, equivalent to humans' seven-year checkups. This frequency supports early disease detection and can extend pets' lifespans by up to 25%.
Why are pet dental procedures necessary?
Dental procedures remove bacteria-laden tartar preventing organ-damaging infections. Regular cleanings significantly contribute to pets' overall health and longevity.
How does nutrition affect pet health?
Proper nutrition includes age-appropriate, high-protein, low-fat diets. We recommend specialty formulas like Hill's Science Diet and Royal Canin to address specific health needs.
What parasite prevention options exist?
We offer safe, effective flea and tick preventatives tailored to each pet's needs, including topical, oral, and collar-based solutions to eliminate disease-carrying parasites.
