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Emergency Veterinarian in Morgantown, West Virginia

Emergency Vet Clinics in Morgantown, WV

Friendly Emergency Vet Clinic in Morgantown, 
West Virginia Most veterinary clinics in Morgantown, WV are bound by specific hours. However, a vet hospital isn't. They are a 24 hour medical facility that responds to all types of pet emergencies at any time of the day or night. Pet emergencies often times occur out of the blue and at unexpected times. Due to this, pet owners in Morgantown view animal hospitals with admiration and the peace of mind that good pet care is just around the corner no matter the time and how dire the situation. Most general practices provide some emergency care, some dedicated clinics in null, null specialize in emergencies only, and other pet health care facilities provide a spectrum of services, including emergency care. About 15 percent of small animal practices in the U.S. are accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association, a voluntary program that has stringent requirements for care, service and medical protocol.

Trained Pet Doctors in Morgantown, West Virginia

Speaking of good pet care, a Morgantown veterinary hospital is just as good as the staff and doctors that operate it. The same goes for vet clinics as well. However a hospital employs a larger staff and has more experienced specialists in its fleet capable of handling all pet emergencies. If your pet has a specific medical condition or disease, it is always a good idea to check with the local null veterinary hospital for all the types of pet services they provide. A pet's health and well being is the pet owner's responsibility and in situations like these it is always advisable to be prepared for both the expected and the unexpected. Training among veterinarians also varies. Although specialty training is not required to administer emergency and critical care, some vets pursue internships or residency programs to obtain additional experience. Some also become Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, which requires an additional three years of intense training in treating life-threatening conditions after receiving a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine.

Full Service Emergency Vet Morgantown

Emergency Veterinarian in Morgantown 
West Virginia Most veterinary clinics in Morgantown simply do not have the right equipment to conduct detailed scans and x-rays on a pet. Hence they always recommend that a pet be examined at a hospital for any serious medical condition or symptoms. A veterinary hospital can accommodate different types of pets. They have the capability to conduct in-depth brain scans and X-rays of all parts of the body to identify potential fractures, broken bones and/or diseases. Whatever type of provider you choose for your pet, be warned that emergency services might take a chunk out of your wallet. Veterinarians and members interviewed for this story acknowledged that emergency care for pets can be quite costly due to factors like round-the-clock staffing; technology that may include ultrasound machines, oxygen cages or fluid pumps; and medicine or supplies. The costs for care vary depending on the case, but most require a fee for the initial exam. At the Morgantown Pet Emergency Clinic, the base fee is $79, but $110 is not uncommon in West Virginia. The American Veterinary Medical Association says there is no standard model for the industry, but some emergency vets require payment before treatment. Thirty-four percent of poll respondents reported paying between $251 and $500 for an emergency visit. Sixteen percent spent as much as $1,000 or more.

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Hurontario Veterinary Hospital an Animal Hospital in Mississauga

March 2012 Spring Newsletter The warm weather is about to arrive and with it will come some of our spring health concerns. We would like to remind you that this is the time for heartworm testing and to pick up flea and heartworm preventative medications. If you have visited us recently you may already be prepared. Please feel free to call us with any questions or concerns.

Heartworm Prevention Depending on your dog’s lifestyle, heartworm testing may be required annually or every other year. Our goal is to move heartworm testing to the time of your pet’s annual examination. Heartworm prevention medication is given monthly starting June 1st through to November 1st. We would like to help educate you on heartworm prevention medications and select the one that is best suited for the needs of your pet and family. Please call us to arrange for heartworm testing and to pick up these medications.

Flea Prevention Flea prevention for cats and dogs begins May 1st and runs through to November 1st. Various products are available. Please call the clinic to find out which product is best for your pet.

Tick Prevention Last year we saw an increase in the prevalence of ticks attached to our four-legged friends. The four most common types of ticks that we see in the GTA are the black legged tick (Ixodes scapularis, Ixodes cookei), the American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis), and the brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus). Our goal is to help educate you on ticks and tick-borne diseases, as well as to choose a tick prevention medication (for those animals at high risk) that is best suited for the needs of your pet and family.

Wellness Screens Wellness screens are blood tests designed for dogs and cats under seven years of age which detect early changes in kidney, liver, endocrine (thyroid and diabetes) and blood cell functions. The goal is to treat problems early, and know what signs to monitor. This is designed to be run at the same time as heartworm testing and with the annual physical examination and vaccinations.

Geriatric Screens Geriatric screens are profiles that are designed for dogs and cats seven years of age and older. These are in depth screens and are tailored to the individual pet and owner. These may include an extended physical examination, blood tests, urine tests and blood pressures. Our goal is to identify problems early and develop plans to slow down degenerative processes and keep our pets comfortable for as long as possible.

Hospital Website Please visit our website at www.hurontariovet.ca. Be sure to check out our blog which contains a new topic monthly.

Kathryn Hahn DVM, Wendy Webster DVM, Trisha Rodé DVM, Candace Waters DVM Megan Vlasschaert RVT, Heather Gilmore RVT, Whitney Bickle RVT Justyna Gorska Receptionist, Lili Zander, Krystal Shamoo, and Kristine Kertesz – Veterinary Assistants 1424 HURONTARIO ST., MISSISSAUGA, ONT. L5G 3H4 TEL (905) 271 8508 FAX (905) 271 7621

1.) Fleas: Dogs, cats, squirrels, raccoons and other small mammals can all carry the same type of flea. This is why your pet may get fleas from your back yard. Your dog or cat does not need to be around other pets or leave your yard to get fleas in the warm weather. Fleas also spread tapeworms and other blood parasites to dogs and cats. Summertime prevention is recommended. 2.) Heartworm Disease: The heartworm parasite is spread via mosquito bites. No direct dog to dog contact is needed. Infections are found every year in the GTA. Testing, prevention and treatment are available. 3.) Intestinal Parasites: Several of these parasites are common in our area. Roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, tapeworms and giardia are some of the more common parasites. Visit our website library to learn more. Annual stool sample testing is recommended to find these parasites, as some can be contagious to humans as well. 4.) Dental Disease: Cats are very prone to developing cavities (small holes) in their teeth called resorptive lesions. We are now recommending full mouth dental radiographs for all of our feline dental patients to find and treat these painful areas as early as possible. 5.) Glaucoma: Dogs and cats get glaucoma too! This can be painful, and potentially lead to blindness. Some breeds and pets with certain medical conditions are more likely to develop glaucoma. Our hospital now has a special instrument to measure eye pressure called a “tonovet”. With it we are able to diagnose glaucoma much earlier than before and provide ongoing management of the disease. 6.) High Blood Pressure: Hypertension (high blood pressure) can be a serious disease in dogs and cats. It can lead to retinal detachment causing blindness and strokes. We are recommending annual blood pressure checking for all of our senior animals and other animals with specific diseases. 7.) Veterinarians Dr. Kathryn Hahn DVM – Dr. Hahn received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ontario Veterinary College. She practiced at several small animal clinics until she started the Hurontario Veterinary Hospital in 1995. She is pleased to be able to work with Drs. Hedley and Webster. Dr. Wendy Webster DVM – Dr. Webster received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2003. She has worked in small animal clinics and an emergency clinic in Ontario. She joined the Hurontario Veterinary Hospital in 2009. Dr. Trisha Rodé DVM – Dr. Rodé became a Veterinary Technician in 1995 and received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Atlantic Veterinary College in 2005. She will be covering for Dr. Hedley’s maternity leave this year. Dr. Candace Waters DVM – Dr. Waters received a BSc in zoology from the University of Guelph, and then went on to receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2002. She will also be helping cover Dr. Hedley’s maternity leave this year.

Dr. Kathryn Hahn , Dr. Trisha Rode , Dr. Candace Waters , Dr. Wendy Webster


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