Appointments are available Monday through Friday
Same day appointments can be made for sick patients and emergencies
The fees we charge are based on what is needed to maintain the high-quality care we are proud to provide
Payment is required at the time service is rendered
We accept cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and Care Credit
If you are not sure but suspect your dog or cat may be hurting, or is just not acting right, call us to set up an appointment for us to examine your pet
Signs of pain may include but are not limited to:
Limping
A decrease in appetite or lack of appetite
A change in behavior or normal habits
More tired, less energy
Please note, these symptoms can also be caused by many other problems, so early observation and action are important!
No food after 8p the evening before a scheduled procedure
There is no restriction on drinking water
We will call you the day before to remind you of your pet’s check-in time, which is usually between 8-9a.
Please allow 30 minutes for check-in procedures
Vaccines are an important part of your dog or cat’s health care
They keep your pet healthy and prevent serious diseases
Our veterinarians will discuss your pet’s health, lifestyle and environment with you, so we can make the best decisions about which vaccines are right for your pet
Screening blood tests are recommended yearly for dogs and cats
Yearly blood work is roughly equivalent to performing blood work every 3-5 years for a human
Yearly blood work allows us to detect infections and diseases early and makes treating and controlling them more effective
The type of blood work is determined specifically for each pet, depending on his or her individual needs
It is convenient to complete annual blood tests during your pet’s annual exam but can be done at any time of the year
We believe an annual professional dental exam, tooth scaling and polishing are necessary to treat and maintain your dog and cat’s healthy teeth and gums
As your pet ages or his or her health needs change, advanced dental care may be required
Your pet’s teeth and mouth should be examined by us on a regular basis
Yes. Proper dental care at home is highly recommended to help maintain the oral health of your dog and cat
Home dental care for companion animals should start early, even before the adult teeth erupt
It is best if owners brush their dogs and cats teeth twice daily
Although tooth brushing is the best method of preventing plaque, calculus, and bacterial build-up, there are many options for dental home care, such as dental formulated foods, water additives, and dental treats
Special food or medications your pet is currently on
We also recommend bringing your own food if your pet has a sensitive stomach, as change in food can upset their system
You may also bring a toy or special item for your pet
We will do our best to make sure belongings stay with your pet; however these items occasionally go missing in the laundry, so we cannot guarantee their return
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As the warmer months are approaching, it’s important to start protecting your pet and home from fleas and ticks. Fleas live outdoors and hitchhike their way inside on pets or people. Fleas live in moist, shady areas, including lawn thatch, mulch, leaf litter, woodpiles, crawl spaces, and under porches or decks. Fleas also thrive on common wildlife such as squirrels, rabbits, groundhogs, and opossums that can spread fleas to your pet.
Using monthly flea and tick preventative is the easiest and most effective way to prevent fleas and ticks – NEVER use over-the-counter flea and tick preventative!
Fleas thrive in warm environments and may lay dormant in your house
Carpeting, bedding, and furniture are common places for fleas and their eggs
If a flea infestation has already occurred in your house, preventatives would be needed year-round
To avoid a flea infestation, your pet must be on flea preventatives and be given the preventative consistently for six consecutive months. Many medications are in a combined form with the monthly heartworm medication. Not only is this convenient, but it reduces the cost of two medications! Although fleas are more prevalent in summer months, they can survive year round in a home.
Using monthly flea and tick preventative is the easiest and most effective way to prevent fleas and ticks – NEVER use over-the-counter flea and tick preventative!
Ticks can transmit serious diseases
Lyme Disease
Rocky Mountain spotted fever
Ehrlichiosis
Anaplasmosis
Many of these diseases have symptoms that are vague and/or mild until the disease has progressed
Many flea and tick preventatives start killing ticks upon contact and will kill all four North American species of ticks (Deer tick, Brown dog tick, American dog tick and the Lone Star tick).
