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Critical Care

At Garden State Veterinary Specialists Eatontown

With best-in-class medicine, technology, and an expert team, we’re fully prepared to provide the complete, compassionate care your pet needs.

You've come to the right place

Multi-disciplinary and board-certified, our team of specialists have the training to identify, diagnose, and treat any condition.

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We're here for your pet and your family

Schedule a visit. We’re here to help.

We want you and your pet to have the best experience possible. If you need us to reach out to your primary care veterinarian for your records, we’re happy to do so.

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Conditions

If your pet is experiencing any of these conditions, our board-certified specialists and team have the expertise to make a difference.

  • Accidents, injuries and trauma (hit-by-car, animal attacks, etc.)
  • Bleeding
  • Bloat (gastric dilatation volvulus, or GDV)
  • Collapse or unresponsiveness
  • Complications from chronic diseases
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Urinary obstructions
  • Ingestion of medications or objects
  • Seizures
  • Vomiting and diarrhea
  • Upper airway crisis
  • Spontaneous or traumatic pneumothorax
  • Feline pyothorax
  • Pericardial effusion
  • Treatment of common toxicities (chocolate, raisins/grapes, marijuana, etc)
  • Sepsis
  • Vestibular disease
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Diagnostics

Comprehensive diagnostic testing allows us to gain a complete understanding of your pet’s condition.

  • Blood/urine testing
  • X-rays
  • Ultrasound (TFAST/AFAST)
  • Endoscopy
  • Biopsies
  • MRI
  • CT Scan
  • Blood gas analysis

Treatments

Our approach to treatment prioritizes improving your pet’s quality of life through personalized, compassionate care.

  • Chest tube placement
  • Central line for IV access
  • Temporary tracheostomy tube
  • Arterial lines for blood pressure monitoring
  • Thoracocentesis
  • Pericardiocentesis
  • Abdominocentesis
  • Laceration Repair/Wound care
  • Nasogastric tube placement
  • High flow oxygen
  • Blood transfusions (pRBC and fresh frozen plasma)
  • Post-operative management of septic patients
  • Mechanical ventilation
  • Urinary unblocking procedure/placing indwelling urinary catheters
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Prepare for your visit

  • 01Call us directly to schedule an appointment or register your pet before you arrive.
  • 02We’ll gather your pet’s records and collaborate with your primary veterinarian.
  • 03Note your pet's medications, food type, eating habits, and symptoms.

During your visit

  • 01We’ll examine your pet and talk through any additional tests, if needed.
  • 02We’ll go over your pet’s diagnosis in detail together and answer all of your questions.
  • 03You’ll receive a treatment plan, any medication, and helpful guidance before you leave.

After your visit

  • 01Follow your pet’s treatment plan and monitor their symptoms.
  • 02You know your pet best. If anything seems amiss or you have any concerns, give us a call — we’re here for you.
  • 03Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as a part of your pet’s ongoing care.

Our critical care team

When your pet needs care, our highly trained specialists are here to help.

Fast track your visit

Save time by filling out our client registration form before your visit. (Not required.)

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