Veterinary Specialists of Greater Atlanta

Veterinary Specialists of Greater Atlanta Veterinary Specialty Care Hospital

Breathing shouldn't be hard work.Meet Teddy, a two-year-old Persian cat who came to VSGA after struggling with chronic r...
09/03/2026

Breathing shouldn't be hard work.

Meet Teddy, a two-year-old Persian cat who came to VSGA after struggling with chronic respiratory issues.

Like many brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds, Teddy was born with severely narrowed nostrils, making it much harder for air to move through his nose. Over time, this extra effort can contribute to chronic breathing difficulties and reduced quality of life.

Advanced imaging also revealed changes consistent with chronic rhinitis, helping our team better understand everything contributing to his breathing difficulties.

Surgery was performed to widen Teddy's nostrils, more than doubling the size of his nasal openings and allowing air to flow much more freely.

While his respiratory workup continues, Teddy is already breathing through a much larger airway than before—a meaningful improvement in both comfort and quality of life.

Sometimes even small anatomical changes can make a very big difference.

Pets are remarkably good at hiding pain.By the time many dogs and cats begin showing obvious signs of discomfort, they'v...
09/01/2026

Pets are remarkably good at hiding pain.

By the time many dogs and cats begin showing obvious signs of discomfort, they've often been coping with it for some time.

These changes are often easy to dismiss as "just getting older," but they can sometimes indicate orthopedic disease, arthritis, neurologic conditions, or other medical concerns.

Early recognition helps your veterinarian determine the underlying cause and whether advanced diagnostics or specialty care may be beneficial.

If your pet seems different—even in small ways—it's worth having them evaluated.

Meet Duster. 🐾Some of the smallest patients can present some of the biggest surgical challenges.Duster, a 950-gram kitte...
08/27/2026

Meet Duster. 🐾

Some of the smallest patients can present some of the biggest surgical challenges.
Duster, a 950-gram kitten, was brought to Veterinary Specialists of Greater Atlanta by the local rescue organization Furkids Atlanta after suffering unknown trauma.

Following a thorough evaluation, Duster was diagnosed with fractures of both his left tibia and right femur.

Repairing broken bones in a kitten this young and small requires careful planning and advanced surgical expertise. Because their bones are so tiny and fragile, every step of the procedure must be performed with exceptional precision.

Dr. Cross successfully stabilized Duster's fractures using orthopedic pins, giving him the support he needs to heal as he continues to grow.

We're happy to report that Duster is expected to make a full recovery, and we look forward to seeing him enjoy the healthy, active future he deserves.

A special thank you to Furkids Atlanta for trusting our team with Duster's care and for the incredible work they do to help animals in need every day. 💙

Not every diagnosis comes quickly.Some pets experience symptoms that seem unrelated:• Weight loss• Changes in appetite• ...
08/25/2026

Not every diagnosis comes quickly.

Some pets experience symptoms that seem unrelated:
• Weight loss
• Changes in appetite
• Chronic diarrhea
• Intermittent vomiting
• Increased thirst
• Fluctuating energy levels

Internal medicine specialists focus on investigating complex medical conditions that may not have obvious answers. Using advanced diagnostics and collaboration with your primary care veterinarian, they work to identify the underlying cause and create an individualized treatment plan.

Sometimes, finding answers simply means looking a little deeper.

Meet Tavi. 💙Some dogs are happiest with a job to do—and for Tavi, that means life as a field trial dog, exploring the ou...
08/20/2026

Meet Tavi. 💙

Some dogs are happiest with a job to do—and for Tavi, that means life as a field trial dog, exploring the outdoors and making the most of every adventure.

After an incompletely excised low-grade fibrosarcoma was discovered on the palmar aspect of his right front paw, Tavi was referred to Dr. Erin Cletzer for oncology care.

Because Tavi is an active, nervous dog, his family felt radiation therapy wasn't the best option for him. Instead, Dr. Cletzer recommended electrochemotherapy (ECT) following surgery performed by Dr. Diehl at Olde Towne Animal Hospital.
ECT combines chemotherapy with carefully delivered electrical pulses at the surgical site. The treatment helps target remaining cancer cells along the incision while minimizing systemic side effects and reducing the risk of local tumor regrowth.

Today, Tavi is back to doing what he loves most. His family recently shared these photos from a beach trip along with this update:
"He has been absolutely fantastic and living his best life every day. We got to go to the beach this past weekend, and he couldn't possibly have been more joyful. Thank you and your whole team so much for helping keep him so happy and active."

Stories like Tavi's are a reminder that every treatment plan should be tailored to both the patient and their family's goals.

We're grateful to have been part of his journey and thank his family—and Dr. Diehl at Olde Towne Animal Hospital—for referring him to us for cancer care.

What Happens While Your Pet Is Hospitalized?When your pet stays in the hospital, there's an entire team caring for them—...
08/18/2026

What Happens While Your Pet Is Hospitalized?

When your pet stays in the hospital, there's an entire team caring for them—even while you're at home.

Patients may receive around-the-clock monitoring, pain management, medications, fluid therapy, repeat assessments, and individualized nursing care based on their condition.

Behind every hospitalized patient is a team focused on comfort, recovery, and responding quickly if anything changes.

Healing doesn't only happen during procedures—it happens in the hours and days afterward, too.

When primary care veterinarians and specialists work together, pets benefit.We're grateful to have been part of Galleta'...
08/13/2026

When primary care veterinarians and specialists work together, pets benefit.

We're grateful to have been part of Galleta's journey and thankful to Serina for trusting our team with his care. Wishing Galleta continued comfort and many happy days ahead. 💙

Did you know your pet's eyelid can actually roll inward?Entropion is a condition where the eyelid turns inward, causing ...
08/11/2026

Did you know your pet's eyelid can actually roll inward?

Entropion is a condition where the eyelid turns inward, causing the eyelashes and surrounding hair to rub against the surface of the eye. Over time, this constant irritation can lead to discomfort, excessive tearing, squinting, corneal ulcers, and even vision problems if left untreated.

Some pets are born with entropion, while others develop it later in life due to chronic eye irritation, injury, or changes associated with aging.

Treatment depends on the underlying cause, but surgery is often recommended to reposition the eyelid and help protect the eye from ongoing damage.

If you notice your pet squinting, tearing excessively, rubbing at their eye, or keeping an eye partially closed, it's important to have them evaluated by your veterinarian. Early diagnosis and treatment can make a big difference in your pet's comfort and long-term eye health.

For pets who need advanced eye care, VSGA's board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist, Dr. Stacy Andrew, provides specialized diagnosis and treatment for conditions like entropion.

When Herschel first presented for evaluation, his family had noticed he seemed uncomfortable when being picked up.Advanc...
08/06/2026

When Herschel first presented for evaluation, his family had noticed he seemed uncomfortable when being picked up.

Advanced diagnostics identified a mass within his chest, but because he was otherwise doing well at home, his family carefully monitored him while considering treatment options.

A few months later, Herschel returned after developing labored breathing and additional symptoms. Further testing, including advanced imaging interpreted by Dr. Gustavo Sepulveda and diagnostic testing performed by Dr. Cletzer, helped determine that the mass was most consistent with a thymoma rather than lymphoma.

Surgery revealed an impressively large mass within the chest. Our surgical team successfully removed the mass, along with an adhered lung lobe, and Herschel was able to return home the very next day.

We recently saw him again for suture removal, sporting an adorable recovery suit and feeling great.

Thank you to Winters Chapel Animal Hospital and Dr. Donelan for trusting us with Herschel's care.

Nobody:Dogs after orthopedic surgery: "I feel amazing. Let's climb something."One of the reasons recovery can be so chal...
08/04/2026

Nobody:
Dogs after orthopedic surgery: "I feel amazing. Let's climb something."

One of the reasons recovery can be so challenging is that pets often don't understand they're supposed to take it easy.

They simply know they feel better.

That's why recovery plans often include activity restrictions, rehabilitation recommendations, and follow-up appointments designed to protect healing tissues while they recover.

Sometimes the hardest part of recovery is convincing the patient they're still recovering.

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