Services
The Animal Hospital of Pasco offers a wide range of services and some specialties that are difficult to find in the Tri-Cities area.
Here’s a brief summary of some of the services we offer:
Vaccinations

For cats: FeLV (Feline leukemia), FVRCP-C (rhinotracheitis, calcivirus, feline distemper, feline chlamydia), Rabies.
For horses: Tetanus, Eastern and western encephalomyelitis, West Nile (both recombinant and killed virus forms), Rhinopneuminitis (“rhino”), Influenza, Strangles.
Spay & Neuter
Microchip Implantation
Microchip implantation is inexpensive, a quick procedure, and permanently identifies your pet in case he or she is lost or stolen. The microchip itself is about the size of a grain of rice. In our office, we use the AKC Reunite microchip.
Afterhours Emergencies & House Calls
We offer afterhours emergency services for our established clients. On-call doctors are available for equine emergencies at all times (subject to capacity) and small animal (i.e., cat and dog) emergencies before 10:00 PM and after 6:00 AM (small animal emergency calls received between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM are referred to the Mid-Columbia Pet Emergency Service). Mobile vet units can be dispatched to clients’ homes and stables for emergencies or regularly scheduled appointments.
General Examination
Dental Cleanings
Yearly dental cleanings are recommended for all pets, but are especially important for small breed dogs. Our cleanings include ultrasonic and hand scaling, hand polishing, and fluoride treatment. We are equipped for digital dental radiography and complex extractions. Dental procedures require anesthesia and can usually be combined with other surgeries if necessary.Pictured at right: Our lead technician, Roberta Quick, performing a dental cleaning on a miniature Schnauzer.
Boarding
We offer boarding for cats and dogs older than four months. Boarders should be up to date on all their vaccinations. Cats and dogs are fed twice daily and always have access to fresh water. Dogs are walked twice daily. Our dog boarding runs measure about 3.5′ x 6′, are climate controlled, and have lots of natural light. They are checked and cleaned throughout the day. Cat boarding cages are about 3′ x 3′, but can be expanded to 3′ x 6′.
We feed Science Diet Adult food by default, but we can feed other foods if the owner supplies them. Owners are also welcome to send along their own toys, bedding, and treats. We can accommodate pets that have special medication requirements (e.g. insulin injections).
Basic Grooming and Related Procedures
Reproduction Services
We offer a variety of reproduction-related services for large and small animals, including collection, evaluation, artificial insemination (with fresh, cooled, or frozen semen), Cesarean section, and pregnancy checks (palpation, ultrasound, and radiography).Pictured at right: Radiograph (X-ray) of a very pregnant Shih Tzu mix with skulls and spines of puppies clearly visible.
We are one of the few clinics in the Columbia Basin that offer this specialty procedure.The photo on the right (click to englarge) is an example of our doctor’s work; this doberman’s ears are cropped in the longer “show” style.
Laser Surgery
Digital Radiography & Ultrasound
The Animal Hospital of Pasco uses Vetel Diagnostics digital-direct radiography systems (fixed and portable units) and the Samsung HS40 ultrasound system. Our digital radiography suite provides excellent image quality, allowing doctors to pick out fine details that may not be observable with less advanced equipment. And we’re one of the few practices in the area that use digital direct radiology; with our system, X-rays are captured by a sensor plate wired directly to a computer. Radiographs are viewable within seconds of imaging. Since all our medical imaging is digital, we’re able to transfer DICOM format original-quality imaging to other hospitals and doctors in mere minutes. We also freely provide clients with copies of their ultrasounds and/or X-rays — just ask your doctor for a CD or email.
At right you can see examples of our ultrasound (top) and digital radiography (bottom). Click either picture to enlarge.
Orthopedic Surgeries
OFA Certification
K-Laser Therapy

Health Certificates
Large Animal Endoscopy
Equine Dentistry
Some of the equine dental procedures we perform include:
- Periodontal procedures
- Teeth floats
- Extractions
- Wave reduction
- Step reduction
- Ramps and hooks
- Incisor realignment and reduction
Email us or call our office at (509) 545-9949.