Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

John Bowker, U.S. Army civilian animal health assistant, prepares to inject a local nerve block into the gums of Bobo, a four-year-old Maltese, during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., June 16, 2026. The clinic provides various veterinary services including dental procedures, immunizations, and sick call exams. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

John Bowker, U.S. Army civilian animal health assistant, uses an oral irrigator on Bobo, a four-year-old Maltese, during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Neb., June 16, 2026. Bowker uses the oral irrigator to remove debris, decrease aerosolized bacteria, and provide a clean surgical site. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

John Bowker, U.S. Army civilian animal health assistant, examines Bobo, a four-year-old Maltese, during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Neb., June 16, 2026. Dental observations help veterinary staff assess tooth stability, bone loss, and ensure the proper removal of blood, mucus, and debris. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

Bobo, a four-year-old Maltese, has his mouth flushed by John Bowker, U.S. Army civilian animal health assistant, with an oral irrigator during a tooth extraction procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., June 16, 2026. Oral irrigation enables veterinary staff to remove debris and cleanse the mouth to ensure safety and sanitation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

Dental extraction forceps and multiple extracted canine teeth rest on a tray during a dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., June 16, 2026. Upwards of 12 core tools are used during a canine tooth extraction procedure to include dental radiography equipment, a scalpel handle and blade, and resorbable sutures among other surgical items. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

John Bowker, U.S. Army civilian animal health assistant, uses a dental tool on Bobo, a four-year-old Maltese, as U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kameron Coleman, animal care sergeant, takes medical notes during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Neb., June 16, 2026. To ensure the safety of the animal, veterinary personnel follow strict protocols, including but not limited to, pre-anesthetic screening, intubation, and monitoring of vitals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kameron Coleman, animal care sergeant, injects Bobo, a four-year-old Maltese, with a local anesthetic during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Neb., June 16, 2026. To ensure the safety of the animal, veterinary personnel follow strict protocols, including but not limited to, pre-anesthetic screening, intubation, and monitoring of vitals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kameron Coleman, animal care sergeant, places a needle cap over a syringe during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Neb., June 16, 2026. Injections are administered during a medical procedure to provide anesthesia and antibiotics for the safety and comfort of the animal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

Jemma Pipkin, U.S. Army civilian veterinary medical officer; John Bowker, U.S. Army civilian animal health assistant; and U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kameron Coleman, animal care sergeant; observe a four-year-old Maltese named Bobo during a canine tooth extraction procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., June 16, 2026. Tooth extractions are primarily done to treat severe periodontal disease which can lead to tartar buildup, rapid bone loss, loose teeth, and painful infections. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

Jemma Pipkin, U.S. Army civilian veterinary medical officer, holds an extracted canine tooth with a pair of tooth extraction forceps at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., June 16, 2026. Tooth extractions are primarily done to treat severe periodontal disease which can lead to tartar buildup, rapid bone loss, loose teeth, and painful infections. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kameron Coleman, animal care sergeant, places a small digital X-ray sensor inside the mouth of a four-year-old Maltese named Bobo during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Neb., June 16, 2026. The sensors are used in conjunction with a veterinary dental X-ray gun to capture detailed, close-up images of teeth, roots, and the surrounding jawbone. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kameron Coleman, animal care sergeant, uses an X-ray gun on a four-year-old Maltese named Bobo during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Neb., June 16, 2026. The X-ray gun is used after small digital X-ray sensors are placed inside the mouth to capture detailed, close-up images of teeth, roots, and the surrounding jawbone. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Kameron Coleman, animal care sergeant, and Jemma Pipkin, U.S. Army civilian veterinary medical officer, look over X-rays of a four-year-old Maltese named Bobo during a canine dental procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Neb., June 16, 2026. The X-rays provide detailed images for the veterinarian to evaluate the dog's tooth structure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Base veterinarians care for Offutt's furry friends

Jemma Pipkin, U.S. Army civilian veterinary medical officer, applies sutures to the gums of a four-year-old Maltese named Bobo during a canine tooth extraction procedure at the Offutt Veterinary Clinic on Offutt Air Force Base, Neb., June 16, 2026. Resorbable sutures are sterile threads that naturally break down and are absorbed by the body as wounds heal. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Martinez)

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Offutt's Veterinary Facility provides routine wellness and preventative care for the 55th Security Forces Squadron's military working dogs and pets of military families. The care they provide is vital for the animal's health and well-being. Base veterinary office's are typically staffed by Army Veterinary Corps personnel and civilian veterinarians. Offutt is no exception. Offutt's Army trained veterinary staff recently provided dental care to a small Maltese named Bobo. His dental procedure included having his teeth cleaned and some teeth extracted. Tooth extractions, which can help treat severe periodontal disease, tartar buildup, rapid bone loss, loose teeth, and painful infections, are commonly performed on small dogs. Bobo's care is one example of how Offutt's veterinary experts help improve the quality of life for our furry friends.