A couple of weeks ago, Cash was in Tami's lap staring at her with his mouth open...as always. Tami saw a lump in the gum tissue of Cash's mouth, next to a tooth. Anyway, after a trip to Ralston Vet, a visit with Dr. Barry, and a biopsy, we found out that he had Acanthomatous Ameloblastoma. It is a form of cancer that stays local and attacks the area and bone. Since it spreads locally, and does not attack the other organs, it is technically classified as benign because of this. The only treatment was invasive surgery. Luckily, we were referred to Dr. Rachwitz instead of traveling. After doing my research on Dr. Erich and the hospital, we set up a consultation. Within 5 minutes into our consultation, we knew Cash was in GREAT hands with Dr. Erich. After our consultation, we were told Cash would likely have to have an entire section of one side of his lower jaw removed, leaving a back section and front section, connected only be muscle and tissue. Success rate is high and normal quality of life was high as well. He did the surgery (3 hrs) and was able to save the lower part of his entire jaw bone, so we were ecstatic. The surgery was extremely invasive, peeling back the gum to get to the jaw bone, remove the section of jaw bone and affected gum, then sewing it back. (He showed me pictures taken during the procedures)
In talking to him, I found out that he is the go-to guy for the majority of police K9's for broken teeth. He has capped many teeth and other treatments. If Dr. Erich is good enough for a police K9, isn't he good enough for your dog...plus he gets a huge stamp of approval from me. If anyone knows me, you know that I don't put my stamp of approval on much!
Dr. Erich has taken care of our puppies teeth for years. Recently one of our precious puppies was diagnosed with cancer. He has quickly removed the tumor, calmed our nerves, answered questions at any time of day and has got us in right away anytime there has been a concern. His compassion and empathy for his customers is one of a kind.
Have oral needs for your pet. Go to Twin Creek Animal Hospital and see Dr. Erich Rachwitz. Here is why!
Technician was professional and nice enough, the Vet himself was a condescending jerk. Will never take an animal here again.
They were so kind and caring. Very practical and straightforward about what our cat needed. Have placed follow up calls to check on his progress. I am so impressed and happy with the care our cat received.
I don't give many if any 5 stars, but this place is great! Fast, professional and friendly service. Called with what Banfield Pet Hospital called an emergency. Banfield couldn't get my dog in so I called Twin Creeks. They now have my business. Spent time telling me what was going on. Put my girl on a treatment plan. Didn't charge me an arm and a leg...just a paw. Under $100 for an emergency visit? GTFOH right? Got me in within 30 mins of my call. Thanks Twin Creeks!
Twin Creek Animal Hospital is a US Veterinary Care based in Bellevue, Iowa. Twin Creek Animal Hospital is located at 4006 Twin Creek Dr, Bellevue, NE 68123, USA.
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