We proudly serve pets in El Paso, TX, and beyond.
At Foothills Animal Clinic, we get a ton of interesting questions from pet parents. Below are some FAQs that might help answer any questions or concerns. Please feel free to call us at (915) 833-4883 for any other concerns you might have about your pet.
Do I need to have an appointment?
Yes, patients are seen by appointment only.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept cash, Check, CareCredit, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, and Visa. Learn more about our payment options.
Can I pay via a payment plan?
Payment is required at the time of service. To pay through instalments, we encourage you to apply to CareCredit.
At what age can I have my pet spayed or neutered?
Spaying or neutering can be done at approximately 5-6 months of age. Your pet will be given an exam prior to surgery to help determine whether your pet is healthy enough to undergo the surgical procedure. Current vaccinations are required at the time of surgery. Also, a pre-anesthetic blood screen is recommended prior to undergoing anesthesia and surgery.
What is a pre-anesthetic blood screening?
This is a blood test that is run here in the clinic prior to surgery. It tests the organ functions, blood counts, and clotting function of your pet. The pre-anesthetic blood screening is done to assure safety during surgery and the ability to heal following surgery.
How long do the sutures stay in after my pet's surgery?
Is it a good idea to let my pet have at least one litter before their spay/neuter?
No, there is no advantage to letting your pet have one litter. However, there are plenty of advantages to having your pet spayed or neutered. These advantages include decreasing the chances of breast tumors later in life, decreasing the chance of cystic ovaries and uterine infections later in life, decreasing the desire to roam the neighborhood, decreasing the incidence of prostate cancer later in life, helping prevent spraying and marking, and also decreases the surplus of unwanted puppies and kittens.
Do you board pets?
Sorry, but boarding facilities are not available at our clinic at this time.