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Northlake

Veterinary Clinic in Tucker, GA

HELLO NEIGHBOR!

We are excited to be your new neighbor at CityVet | Northlake! We are committed to being your personal partner in petcare by utilizing the latest advancements and techniques. We understand that your pets are a crucial part of your family, and we treat them as we treat our own! At CityVet, we offer a wide range of veterinary services, including preventive care, dental care, surgery, and more.

Our services include laparoscopic surgery, including spay and gastropexy, diagnostic abdominal, and cardiac ultrasound. Dr. Romano is excited to meet your furry friend!

We strive to bring you and your pets a kind and comforting environment, and we are conveniently located northeast of Atlanta in Tucker and easily accessible from surrounding areas. If you’re looking for a top-tier vet clinic that values the relationship between you, us, and your fur babies, look no further!

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VET CARE

PET FOOD
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LOCATION HOURS
  • Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM) is the most common cardiomyopathy in dogs. 

The disease results in an enlarged (dilated) heart due to heart muscle thinning and weakening, eventually leading to systolic dysfunction and congestive heart failure (CHF). 

In cats with proper taurine levels, the disease is now very rare. 

Common dog breeds affected include Dobermans, Boxers, Great Danes, Newfoundlands, Irish Wolfhounds, and Saint Bernards. 

There is also a form of this disease linked to grain-free diets in dogs, with atypical breeds represented. Please use caution when feeding grain-free diets, and consult your veterinarian on nutrition recommendations. 

Hereditary disease forms unfortunately have a poor prognosis since the primary disease state can’t be fixed. Nutritional-related disease forms carry a better prognosis, and can often be reversed with proper identification and treatment. 

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April is National Heartworm Awareness Month!

Heartworms are parasitic worms 🪱, spread by mosquitoes 🦟 , that can infect dogs 🐕 and cats 🐈and live in blood vessels in their heart🫀and lungs 🫁. Advanced infestations can cause serious cardiovascular or respiratory disease, and can cause permanent organ damage and even death. 

5 things for pet owners to know about heartworm prevention:

1. Cats 🐈 can get heartworms too!
2. Dogs 🐕 can be exposed to heartworms year-round and indoors
3. Standard screening tests have a 6 month lag between exposure and a detectable infestation 
4. Prevention is the easiest treatment 
5. Prevention is the safest treatment 

#cityvet #dogsofinstagram #cats_of_instagram #veterinarymedicine heartwormawarenessmonth
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Continuing our series on the heart, today’s focus is HCM - hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. This is the most prevalent cardiac disease in cats! 

The hallmark of this disease is thickened muscle in the left ventricle, which can lead to reduced chamber size and diastolic dysfunction, dynamic outflow tract obstruction and systolic dysfunction, and ultimately left atrial enlargement resulting in congestive heart failure or thromboembolism. 

Many cases remain subclinical, however some cases have no warning signs before onset of severe adverse events!

Proper screening can help diagnose and manage the disease, and avoid risks such as anesthesia, IV fluid overload, and steroids. 

After ruling out hyperthyroidism and hypertension, treatment considerations include:
1. Atenolol - a beta blocker used for rate control when outflow tract obstruction (LVOTO / HOCM) is present
2. Clopidogrel - an anti-platelet medication used to prevent clots, usually when left atrial enlargement is present
3. Felycin (sirolimus) - a new therapy approved for sub clinical HCM, shown to improve thickening of the left ventricular muscle 
4. Diuretics and other interventions as needed for the complication of congestive heart failure 

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A recent study showed 9/10 dogs preferred a canine veterinary provider (though 0/10 cats felt the same).

To better serve our patients and provide a more welcoming environment, we’ve added a furry pawed dogtor to the team! Dr. Honey is excited to recommend more treats, walks, and cuddles for all patients. Bookings are now open!

Happy April Fool’s day everyone!

#cityvetpets #veterinarian #aprilfools #dogsofinstagram #cityvet
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Today we’re covering all the ways we assess cardiovascular function. A full evaluation is much more than the initial physical exam:

1. Full physical exam, including heart auscultation of murmurs and rhythm disturbances, lung auscultation, pulse and perfusion assessment, and basic vitals. 
2. Radiograph imaging to assess cardiac size and related lung pathology 
3. Echocardiogram to assess cardiac structures and function 
4. Systemic blood pressure screening, evaluating for hyper- or hypotension 
5. ECG/EKG, evaluating electrical rhythm of the heart
6. NT-proBNP screening, indicating cardiac muscle stress 

#cityvet #cityvetpets #dogsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #veterinarymedicine
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Welcome back to Ask the Vet!

Over the next month, we’re highlighting the cardiovascular system! 🫀 🐕 🐈‍⬛ 

Today we’re covering an overview of the components of the cardiovascular system and its basic functions. 

Next time, we’ll chat about diagnostic examination of cardiovascular function, followed by a focus on common disease processes. 

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Common Questions

CityVet | Northlake offers a wide variety of services for your pet. Our veterinary care spans medical, dental, and surgical procedures. Additionally, we offer in-house pharmacy services.  

At CityVet | Northlake we require all patients schedule an appointment online, in our CityVet App, or call us at 470-485-8348 to book an appointment. 

Yes! We offer spay and neuter services at all our CityVet locations. Recommendations for spaying and neutering can differ depending on the type and breed of your pet. Feel free to call us at 470-485-8348 for further details. 

 

Our team at CityVet | Northlake is equipped to support your animals, depending on their comfort level, we can either involve the owner or keep them separate. Using treats and positive reinforcement helps create a calm and positive experience. 

Yes! CityVet | Northlake partners with industry leaders to provide flexible and convenient payment options. We currently offer CareCredit, Affirm, and Scratch Pay payment services.  

 

Yes! In the CityVet App you can book appointments, refill prescriptions, and access your pet’s complete care profile on the go! Download the CityVet App now!

Yes! Our Care to Share program allows you to refer a friend and both of you receive a $25 credit to use on a visit. Learn more about Care to Share here!