Laser Therapy for Pets

Laser therapy is a treatment that stimulates rejuvenation in your pet’s body, especially if they’re experiencing pain or discomfort. The Class IV laser’s light beams deeply penetrate your pet’s tissue, without causing damage. The purpose of the laser is to reduce your pet’s inflammation by speeding up the healing process. This therapy is a great non-invasive tool that helps your pet feel less pain. If you have questions or concerns about laser therapy, our veterinary team is happy to discuss them with you.

How does it work?

First, NO anesthesia is required for your pet

Laser Therapy involves passing a laser beam across your pet’s skin, directly above the area where your pet has some discomfort.

To your pet, it feels like some warmth is being dispensed to the exact spot where the tissue needs help.

The beam of laser light continues to be passed over the area for usually 3-8 minutes. The length of time depends on the size of the pet and the size of the treatment area.

During this time, your pet feels entirely comfortable!

This invisible light beam puts laser energy into the cells and causing the cells to reproduce faster, encouraging more rapid healing.

Laser therapy significantly reduces the pain at the site.

Laser therapy also dilates the vessels at the site, increasing blood flow to the area and reducing swelling.

Is laser therapy pet-friendly?

Yes, it is! The therapy does not require surgery or drugs. It is a non-invasive procedure that doesn’t even require anesthesia. Though there are slight risks involved with improper laser use, you can entrust our expert veterinary team to provide this treatment for your pet. Our goal is to have your pet leaving every session with less pain or discomfort than when they entered the clinic. Please contact us if you are interested in learning more about the treatment at 403.335.3519.

How can laser therapy help my pet?

Studies have shown the healing powers of laser therapy for pets. Pets experiencing a wide range of health issues can benefit from the treatment. Laser therapy has a long list of benefits for your pet, like speeding up the healing process for infections, reducing the formation of scar tissue and promoting nerve renewal. This treatment is especially helpful if your pet has:

Arthritis

Recently undergone surgery

Wounds that need healing

Allergy symptoms

Specific strains and sprains

Periodontal (gum) disease

Degenerative Joint Disease

Lick Granulomas (open sores worsened by contact licking)