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LVVSC’s Ophthalmologist, Dr. Weinstein, works with Desert Pines Equine Medical and Surgical Center. Their equine patient, Durango, had a large laceration on his eye. Dr. Weinstein performed surgery to clean the edges of the wound and applied a contact lens to the eye to protect it. Check out these images of Dr. Weinstein and Durango in action! Durango was very handsome and well behaved! Durango’s protective eye patch. He hopes the other horses don’t make fun of him… One last look.

Recognizing the high rate of cancer diagnoses in pets and the need for a devoted cancer care center in the area, our hospital opened its oncology service in August of 2006.   Since that time we have been dedicated to providing a compassionate and caring environment which supports the evaluation of cancer patients by our multi-disciplinary team, the detailed discussion of treatment options with owners, and the eventual pursuit of an individualized treatment regimen. Throughout the entire process our goal is to ensure that the best interests of the pet are maintained while providing the best possible chance of winning

Nevadans are used to scorching temperatures in the summer, which is why it’s easy to forget that our furry friends aren’t as well adapted to the heat as we are. Follow these tips to keep your pet safe during the summer months. Take Your Pet to Your Vet for a Spring/Summer Checkup– The best way to make sure your pet is in good condition is to bring him or her to the vet for a late spring or early summer checkup. If your pet isn’t on year round preventative medication for heartworm, it would be a good time for him