BarburVet
BarburVet is a general practice practice in Portland, OR. Procedures include Physical Examinations, Spays, Cytology, and Surgery.
About
BarburVet is a full-service animal hospital in Portland, OR, offering veterinary services for dogs, cats, reptiles, and pocket pets. They provide a range of services including preventative care, treatment of illness and injury, disease management, surgery, and dentistry. The clinic is equipped with in-house diagnostics such as laboratory services, digital X-rays (full body and dental), and ultrasound. They also offer Cold Laser Therapy and PulseVet sound wave technology for healing and pain management.
BarburVet has been AAHA-accredited for over 25 years, indicating adherence to high standards in veterinary care. Located on Barbur Blvd in SW Portland, the clinic has been privately owned since its founding. They emphasize a Fear-Free approach to medicine and offer an online pharmacy for convenient access to prescriptions and pet care products.
Surgical team
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Dr. Alexandra McLaughry
Dr. Alexandra completed her veterinary degree at University College Dublin (Ireland) in 2003 and purchased the practice in May 2014.
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Dr. Amanda Seemann
Dr. Amanda brings over a decade of veterinary experience to BarburVet, having practiced in Houston, Texas before relocating to Portland.
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Nathalie
Nathalie has recently relocated to California, where she serves as our remote receptionist.
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Ashley
Ashley has lived and worked in the Tigard area for years and realized her passion for animal medicine after exploring various career paths.
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Adalyn
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Sumiko
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Xeike
Xeike joined the BarburVet Family in September, 2024.
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Stephen McLaughry
Stephen splits his time between managing BarburVet and managing his software company, VetBadger.
Procedures
- Physical Examinations
- Spays
- Cytology
- Surgery
- Skin and urine cultures
- Dentistry
- Mass removals
- Vaccinations
- Cold Laser Therapy
- Preventative care
- Treatment of illness and injury
- Neuters
- Blood panels
- Soft Tissue surgery
- Pharmacy & Pet Care Products
- Fecal analysis
- Urinalysis
- Disease management
Equipment
- PulseVet sound wave technology
- Digital dental x-rays
- Ultrasound
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Frequently asked questions
- What diagnostic capabilities are available at BarburVet?
- BarburVet offers a range of in-house diagnostic services including blood panels, urinalysis, fecal analysis, cytology, skin and urine cultures, and digital X-rays for both full body and dental imaging. They also utilize ultrasound imagery for quick and non-invasive diagnostics, allowing clients to view their pet's scan during the procedure.
- What types of surgery does BarburVet perform?
- BarburVet performs routine surgeries such as spays and neuters. They also conduct soft tissue surgeries, including mass removals. The clinic adheres to AAHA standards for surgery, which focus heavily on safety and sterility to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Does BarburVet offer advanced dental care?
- Yes, BarburVet provides comprehensive dental care including cleaning, polishing, and extractions. They are equipped with digital dental radiographs, including pan-radiographs of the entire dental arcade, which allows for quick and thorough imaging of a pet's mouth. Clients receive a dental exam report with before and after photos and X-ray images.
- What is Cold Laser Therapy used for at BarburVet?
- Cold Laser Therapy at BarburVet is used as a multi-modal method to speed up healing and reduce inflammation and pain. It can benefit pets suffering from conditions such as osteoarthritis, disk disease, dermatitis, otitis externa (ear infections), post-operative sites (like spay/neuter incisions or dental extractions), and acute injuries like sprains or strains.
- What species does BarburVet treat?
- BarburVet is a full-service animal hospital that provides veterinary services for a variety of species. They are well-equipped and experienced in treating dogs, cats, reptiles, and pocket pets.