Nestled in the heart of the Southlake community, Creekside Pet Care Center strives to provide exceptional pet care services to furry companions and their devoted owners. A one-stop shop, Creekside has every service a pet could need, from routine wellness and preventative care to emergency care in its fully equipped ICU. They even offer boarding, grooming and daycare so that Creekside can be the trusted solution for all pet needs.
With its dedicated team of compassionate professionals and state-of-the-art facilities, Creekside is committed to ensuring both the physical well-being of pets and the peace of mind of their owners.
"We understand that visits to a pet clinic can be stressful and worrisome for both pets and their owners," says Tess Tippit, practice manager at Creekside. "We are all deeply empathetic to the emotional challenges that can arise when a pet is sick or injured, so the team at Creekside goes above and beyond to create a supportive and comforting environment. Clear communication and regular updates on treatment plans and the patient's status are prioritized so that clients are well-informed and involved in their pet's care."
The team also offers valuable education and resources to guide pet owners, making the experience as smooth and positive as possible. While providing top-notch medical care is crucial, Creekside recognizes that the client experience is equally important.
What sets Creekside apart from other pet hospitals is its comprehensive range of services under one roof. In addition to routine wellness care, emergency and critical care services are available 24/7, 365 days a year. With a fully equipped ICU/Critical Care department, Creekside can handle any urgent medical situation that arises. Furthermore, the clinic provides onsite specialty services, such as ultrasonography and orthopedic surgery, saving clients the hassle of seeking out specialized care at distant hospitals. The convenience of having a grooming, daycare and boarding facility attached to the hospital ensures that pets receive round-the-clock care and attention, even if they fall ill during their stay.
Creekside offers tips for keeping pets healthy during the hot months as part of their commitment to keeping all furry friends safe year-round.
"It's important to watch out for heat stroke symptoms this time of year," says Tess. "Look for heavy painting, vomiting, bright red gums, lethargy/weakness and foaming at the mouth; these symptoms can indicate the onset of a heat stroke. To avoid this happening, walk your dogs at dawn or dusk, not at the hottest time of day. For the owners of what we like to call 'smooshy face dogs,' or brachycephalic breeds like pugs, bulldogs, French bulldogs and Boston terriers, be extra cautious this time of year as they do not have the ability to thermoregulate as well as other dogs, due to their shorter and smaller airways. Keep all dogs off the hot pavement, too. A good rule of thumb is to see if the pavement is too hot for your hand. If it is, then it's too hot for their paws as well!"
Although dogs and cats are the only animals for which Creekside provides medical care, they go the extra mile by offering boarding services for exotic pets, including birds, tortoises and ferrets. Owners can have peace of mind knowing that their pets will receive proper care and attention while they are away.
"The staff here at Creekside Pet Care Center is the most compassionate, committed and passionate team of people I have ever had the pleasure to work with," says Tess. "They care so much about the patients and the clients, going above and beyond each and every day to provide the best medical care for the pets and as provide as much compassion and comfort to our clients as humanly possible. They often are on their feet for hours at a time, working in and outdoors in the rain, heat and cold to ensure that every single pet is taken care of. They make so much personal sacrifice in order to remain as committed to their patients and their owners as they can!"