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South Franklin Animal Hospital proudly covers the entire spectrum of your pet’s care. From pet surgery to dental and radiology services, we are here to ensure your pet is happy and healthy!
Surgical Procedures
We routinely provide a wide array of Surgical Procedures in our office. Some of these procedures include: Spay, Neuter, Dental Cleaning, Teeth Extractions with high speed drill, Gingivectomies and Gingival Flaps. Mass/Tumor Removal, Cherry Eye tucking, and more. Our office is equipped with top of the line machinery to make sure that your pet is cared for as you would like them to be.
As of 2019 SFAH does not offer or promote feline declaws.
At SFAH, mobile, boarded veterinary surgeon Dr. Nunley is contracted to perform surgeries for our patients. All orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries can be performed by Dr. Nunley.
Any other surgeries are referred to NVS/Nashville Veterinary Specialists.
Give us a call at 615-595-2337 today to discuss surgical care for your pet. We are here for support before, during, and after surgery. We know how stressful surgery can be for your pet and you!
If your cat is having an issue, please schedule a behavior appointment.
Radiology
Radiology is a useful diagnostic tool which provides our veterinarians with a view of the internal organs and skeletal system. At South Franklin Animal Hospital we have upgraded our radiology suite to offer digital radiographs. Not only is the quality of the image superior, time for development of x-rays is minutes, and images can be sent to specialists for immediate consultations. SFAH has a close network with Veterinary Radiologist {s} and Veterinary Surgeon {s} for opinions and recommendations on radiographs. At South Franklin we feel that our patients deserve the best.
Radiographs are not only used or recommended for sick animals. Preventive medicine with radiographs of hips, stifles, and elbows of large, young breeds at 6 months and again at 24 months. Ask us!
Chest Radiographs are recommended as our pet gets older too. Ask us!
Complete Dental Care
Dental Cleaning
Periodontal disease is a breed and size predilection, so certain breeds and certain sizes are more at risk and require dental cleanings more often. Periodontal disease is also linked to heart disease and other internal organ health, so regular cleanings are key to overall pet health.
To perform the dental cleaning your pet will be put under anesthesia to prevent them from moving around and to allow the doctor to perform a full examination and cleaning. We make sure that your pet is on full electronic monitoring equipment and warm during the entire process. While your pet is under the doctor examines the mouth, gums, tongue, cheeks, and teeth. This can reveal any cases of lesions, gum disease, tooth decay, or other problems.
When these are discovered, they can usually be handled during the treatment. After examining the mouth the doctor will complete a thorough cleaning, polish, and fluoride treatment above the gum line, and ultrasonic waves under the gum line to address dental disease. It is believed that the “black” bacteria that causes mouth odor, lives under the gum line. So this is a critical and often missed part of every dental cleaning. A good Chlorhexidine Solution is flushed into the mouth and gums. Fluoride foam is applied to heal/treat teeth and gums.
Dental Sealants
Home Dental Hygiene
Tier I: Diet
Tier 2: Treats, Chews, bones
Tier 3: Supplements- on food, in mouth/gums. Topical sprays, gels, wipes
Best home care if possible is daily brushing of a pet’s teeth. If that is not possible we offer some proven supplies to decrease mouth odor, plaque formation, gum disease, and prolong the time in between dental cleanings. Dental diets are one of the best methods to care for your pet’s dental health. The Royal Canin line of veterinary diets are dental supportive. Royal Canin Dental Diet comes in a large biscuit and a smaller biscuit great for treats and/or post meal cleaning.
SFAH promotes safe, USA made dental chews, CET chews, knuckle bones. SFAH does not recommend due to tooth fractures any kind of antler. Veterinary Health Oral Council (VHOC) approval for dental products for feline and canine.
Digital Dental Radiology
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cherylssdvm@gmail.com
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Business Hours:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday:
7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
Closed
Thursday:
7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
*Closed the first & last of the month
Sunday:
Only Boarding from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM