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Move to new side of building

We are excited to announce that Phase 1 of construction will be completed in early March. We will start seeing patients on that side of the clinic the week of March 4th. Monday, March 4th will be a moving day. If you have a scheduled appointment on March 4th you will enter the clinic through our normal front doors. We will have reduced appointments on that day. We will be exclusively in Phase 1 from March through June while the remainder of the clinic undergoes a full renovation.

Here are some changes that will occur from March to June:

• We will be implementing curbside for all appointments and medication or food pick-up. Please call from the parking lot to check in and we will call when a room is ready for you to enter.

• You will enter through a new front entrance into a small makeshift reception area and a staff member will meet you to usher you into an exam room

• Our surgical appointments will be limited for those 3 months. We will still be able to do surgery but have a limited number of cages and recovery areas. Surgical drop-off and pick-up will also be curbside.

• If you purchase food from the clinic, please plan as we will be carrying a reduced volume of food due to lack of storage. You can also visit our online pharmacy and order your food from our online store https://springhillvet.vetsfirstchoice.com/.

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  • Preparing for Your Telemedicine Appointment

    Telemedicine is the act of practicing medicine from a distance and your appointment will be conducted by a licensed veterinarian. Before your appointment, gather information on your pet’s history and your current concern. Look at a calendar and write down a timeline of your pet’s problems. Be prepared to answer questions that you would normally be asked at an in-person appointment. Write notes to help you remember everything. Most telemedicine appointments involve the use of some type of video chat. Conduct your visit in a quiet area with good lighting and have your pet with you before the call starts. Not all concerns can be addressed through telemedicine. If your veterinarian is unable to arrive at a diagnosis via telemedicine, he or she can help you determine the next step for your pet to ensure that he or she receives optimal care.

  • Preparing Your Pet for a Blood Test

    Having your pet properly prepared for a blood test helps to ensure that the results are as accurate and reliable as possible. Preparation for these two types of tests is slightly different. Your veterinarian will give you specific instructions before your appointment. It is important that you follow these instructions exactly to ensure accurate test results.

  • Preparing Your Pets for Winter

    Winter cold weather poses several risks for our pets. This article outlines some of the key risks and how to avoid them, to keep your pet safe year-round.

  • Preparing Your Puppy for a Lifetime of Good Hygiene

    Good hygiene takes practice, but starting early will make keeping your pup clean easier for his entire life. You can start some of these jobs shortly after your puppy arrives home. Be sure to keep a calm voice and use food rewards as positive conditioning to make it a positive experience.

  • Prevención Del Celo Anticoncepción en la Perra

    La castración consiste en extirpar el útero y los ovarios. Es una intervención permanente e irreversible. Aunque se trata de una cirugía mayor que requiere anestesia general, el riesgo es mínimo en animales sanos, sobre todo si son inmaduros.

  • Prevención del Sarro en Perros - Perros

    Plaque and Tartar Prevention in Dogs

    La placa es una sustancia gelatinosa que se forma en los dientes a las pocas horas de una comida. A las 24 horas, la placa empieza a mineralizarse y combinarse con las sales presentes en la salina. Si la placa continua acumulándose y mineralizándose, con el tiempo se convierte en sarro.

  • Preventing Separation Distress During and After a Pandemic

    When families shelter together for extended periods, as occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, pets enjoy nearly constant companionship. As people resume an active lifestyle, pets are suddenly faced with being alone. They may experience distress related to this loss of companionship. Treatment is discussed, such as independence training and an incremental program of safe departures. If your pet shows continued signs of distress related to being alone, it is important to seek professional help to prevent escalation.

  • Preventive Healthcare Guidelines for Dogs

    The American Animal Hospital Association and American Veterinary Medical Association have established guidelines to standardize preventive health care for dogs, helping them to live longer, healthier lives. This handout provides an overview of the recommendations within these guidelines and why they are so important.

  • Primeros Auxilios

    First Aid for Dogs - Shock, Rescue Breathing, and CPR

    Las urgencias pueden tener presentaciones muy diversas: atropellos, mordiscos, quemaduras, golpes de calor, envenenamientos o pérdidas de conciencia por mencionar sólo algunas.

  • Principles of Teaching and Training Dogs

    Understanding learning principles and canine communication can set you and your dog up for success. Positive reinforcement can be used to create desired behavioral responses. Behavior modification techniques can be used to treat behavioral concerns such as fear.