Cryotherapy for Pets in Riverview, FL
At Riverview Veterinary Hospital, we offer cryotherapy, a safe and effective treatment for a variety of dermatological conditions in pets. This advanced procedure is a minimally invasive alternative to surgery, ideal for removing benign growths, warts, skin tumors, and lesions. Our experienced veterinarians carefully evaluate each case to determine if cryotherapy is the right solution for your pet.
How Cryotherapy Works
Cryotherapy uses extreme cold, typically in the form of liquid nitrogen or another freezing agent, to target and destroy abnormal tissue. When applied to the affected area, the freezing process causes the unwanted tissue to die and naturally fall off over time, allowing healthy skin to regenerate. Since no surgical incisions are required, pets experience less discomfort, a lower risk of infection, and a faster recovery time compared to traditional surgery.
Benefits of Cryotherapy for Pets
- Minimally Invasive: No need for surgical incisions, reducing the risk of complications.
- Quick and Effective: Most procedures take only a short visit, with minimal downtime for your pet.
- Safe Alternative to Surgery: Ideal for pets that may not be suitable candidates for anesthesia.
- Faster Healing: The treated area heals naturally, with little to no scarring.
- Outpatient Procedure: Your pet can return home the same day with minimal aftercare.
What Conditions Can Cryotherapy Treat?
Cryotherapy is commonly used to treat:
- Benign skin growths
- Warts and skin tags
- Small tumors or lesions
- Localized infections or cysts
- Certain precancerous conditions
Our veterinarians will assess your pet’s condition and recommend the best course of action to ensure the most effective treatment plan.
What to Expect During the Procedure
- Evaluation: A thorough exam to determine if cryotherapy is appropriate.
- Application of Freezing Agent: Liquid nitrogen or another freezing agent is applied directly to the affected area.
- Freezing and Healing Process: The targeted tissue freezes, dies, and eventually falls off.
- Minimal Recovery Time: Most pets experience little discomfort and can resume normal activities quickly.
Schedule a Cryotherapy Consultation Today!
If your pet has a wart, tumor, or skin growth, cryotherapy may be the perfect solution. At Riverview Veterinary Hospital, our expert team is dedicated to providing safe, effective, and minimally invasive treatments to keep your pet happy and healthy. Call us at (813) 677-3100 to learn more!
What is a Pet Care Plan?
It’s a preventive care package that includes your pet’s essential yearly healthcare needs at a discounted rate helping you budget and keep your pet healthy year-round. It is a 12-month contract that will auto-renew. Clients are asked to speak with staff for more information about the contract.
What’s included?
Annual exam, bi-annual wellness exam, core vaccines, 12 months of flea/heartworm/tick/intestinal parasite prevention, and routine bloodwork once or twice a year (depending on the plan chosen).
What pets can join?
Dogs and cats aged 6 weeks and older! We offer Junior Plans (under 6 years) and Senior Plans (6 years and up).
Why are there different plans for juniors and seniors?
As pets age, their health needs change. Senior pets may require extra screenings to catch issues early — which is why those plans may include additional bloodwork and monitoring.
How much can I save?
Up to $170 per year depending on the plan — plus the value of early disease detection is priceless!
Do I have to pay upfront?
No! Plans are billed in easy monthly installments so you can spread out costs instead of paying everything at once.
Does this replace pet insurance?
These plans focus on preventive care (vaccines, testing, prevention). Pet insurance helps with unexpected illness or injury. Many pet parents choose to have both for full coverage.
What if my pet already has flea/tick or heartworm prevention?
Great! We’ll align your Pet Care Plan products with what your pet is already using or you can switch to what we recommend.
Can I share the plan benefits between pets?
Benefits are specific to each enrolled pet and cannot be shared.
What if I miss an appointment?
No worries, just reschedule! Your credits and services remain on your account for the contract year.
Does the plan auto-renew?
Yes, just to make sure your pet doesn’t miss any important care. We’ll always notify you ahead of time so you can make changes if needed.
Can I cancel?
You can cancel anytime! If used services exceeded payments made, the difference would simply be due at cancellation.
What types of bloodwork are included?
We include the level of testing appropriate for your pet’s age — helping detect early signs of kidney disease, liver issues, diabetes, and more.
- Junior Cat: Jr Wellness Bloodwork (includes Fecal and FeLV/FIV Test)
- Senior Cat: Sr Wellness Bloodwork (includes Fecal and FeLV/FIV Test) and Comprehensive Wellness Bloodwork
- Junior Dog: Jr Wellness Bloodwork (includes Fecal and Heartworm Test)
- Senior Dog: Sr Wellness Bloodwork (includes Fecal and Heartworm Test) and Comprehensive Wellness Bloodwork
What are the optional add-ons?
Optional add-ons for cats and dogs are:
- Feline/Canine Dental: available on both Junior and Senior plans
- Feline/Canine Spay: Junior Plan only
- Feline/Canine Neuter: Junior Plan only
Are there any other perks?
Yes, the plan includes 10% Discounts on services (excludes grooming) and unlimited FREE NAIL TRIMS
Contact Us For Availability!
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Phone
(813) 677-3100Text Us
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8am - 6pm
Saturday: 8am - 12pm
Sunday: Closed
Closed For
Lunch Monday to Friday: 12pm - 2pm (tech appointments only)
To ensure we can provide timely and consistent care for all of our patients, we kindly require a deposit to reserve your appointment time. This allows us to set aside dedicated time for your pet and helps us reduce missed appointments so that other pets in need can be seen promptly. The deposit is applied to your visit and is fully refundable with 24hr cancellation notice.
We understand that schedules change and unexpected things happen, we kindly require a deposit to reserve your appointment time. This allows us to set aside dedicated time for your pet and helps us reduce missed appointments so that other pets in need can be seen promptly. The deposit is applied to your visit and is fully refundable with proper cancellation notice.
