Fleas, ticks and heartworm disease can affect all pets, even if they are indoor only. Fleas and ticks can hitch a ride into your home on you or your pet even when you are outside for a quick potty break; and pesky mosquitos can sneak into the house without being noticed. We recommend protecting your pets year-round with, Nexgard Combo for Cats or Bravecto (every 12 weeks), for dogs, for fleas and ticks, and Interceptor Plus for heartworm and intestinal parasites. Seresto collars are a great option for dogs or cats, to protect against fleas and ticks.
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PuppiesFirst Visit 6-8 weeks of age:
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KittensFirst Visit 6-8 weeks of age:
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We recommend all pets be spayed or neutered around 6 months of age. For these routine surgical procedures, we do require dogs to be current on their DHLPP and rabies vaccines, and felines to be current on their PCR-P and rabies vaccines. Dependent upon your pet's age at the time of surgery, we may require a current heartworm test or pre-anesthetic blood panel. For all surgical procedures, we offer IV fluids and utilize the safest anesthetic protocol available.
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For all pets, we recommend an annual physical exam, complete with vaccines, intestinal parasite screening, heartworm testing and monitoring bloodwork. Our doctor's comprehensive physical examination will address age-appropriate concerns, including dietary needs and also includes a full oral exam. This oral exam allows us to assess for tartar, any at-risk teeth and any condition that could impact your pet's overall health. Each pet also receives a dental grade to help project the ideal scheduling for further dental care We can also suggest techniques to use at home to protect your pet's dental health.
For your pet's best immunity, we encourage you to schedule your annual appointment at the same time each year. This routine planning ensures there are no gaps in vaccine coverage, allows us to establish an annual baseline with our bloodwork, and gives us a guideline for physical changes in your pet. |
CaninesAnnual Vaccines
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FelinesAnnual Vaccines
Diagnostics
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For our senior pets, we continue our annual vaccine and bloodwork protocol, but our discussion transitions to more age-related concerns. In some cases, it may be appropriate to schedule twice-yearly exams for senior pets with advancing conditions. Arthritis and mobility issues begin to arise in our aging pets and our doctors can make suggestions for supplements and laser treatment to help ease discomfort. Organ function may begin to change and our doctors can monitor and intervene with dietary or environmental changes or with medication. As difficult as it may be, our doctors can also help to prepare you for end of life decision-making. Our staff is here to support you with information and guidance through quality of life discussion. |
Canine Diagnostics
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Feline Diagnostics
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Contact us:
9022 S Mason Drive Newaygo, MI 49337 phone: 231-652-1681 Fax: 231-652-4740 email: [email protected] |
Clinic Hours
Monday-Friday: 7am to 5pm One Saturday per month: 8am to 1pm Sunday CLOSED |
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