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Veterinary
Notes for Healthy, Happy Pets
 Are you new to the area? Come in and visit...meet our staff
and tour the facility. Your pets and animals are important to us. We
set our standards high and have been a long standing member of the
American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). You can visit AAHA online
at www.healthypet.com. Call us if you have any questions. We look
forward to meeting you.
To prevent
heartworm infection and keep internal parasites under control... keep
your dogs and cats on heartworm preventative at all times. One
mosquito bite to an unprotected pet is all it takes. One dose a
month is all that is needed.
Control and prevent fleas and ticks with
a monthly treatment. These products will also help control/prevent skin
problems, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and intestinal worms.
Old age is not a disease, but many diseases
are common in older animals. It is important to monitor
older animals closely and discuss any changes with your veterinarian.
Dogs and cats become senior citizens between 6-8 years of age depending
on size and breed. We recommend more frequent physical exams (every 6
months) and yearly bloodwork to evaluate your animal for early signs of
disease. Nutritional requirements can change in older animals
especially with ongoing disease. Let us help you maintain your pet's
quality of life throughout their golden years. Ask about our senior
wellness program.
Ask your doctor and your veterinarian about "the healthy power of
pets," the ability of pets to make and keep people healthy. Let us
help...a healthy pet can be the perfect prescription for human health,
happiness and longevity.
Let us help you with
parasite control. If your deworming program misses one worm you can miss the
whole family. A roundworm can produce 100,000 eggs a day and a hookworm
can produce 20,000 eggs a day.
Would you like to join our referral club? Refer family,
friends, or new neighbors! Any client who sets up a new account and has
an animal seen will earn you a credit on your account. Call for
details.
Be Sure to Secure -- At 30 miles per hour a 60lb dog can
hit the windshield, back seat or a passenger with great force. Please secure your pet when traveling to avoid
any injuries.
For information
regarding AKC registration and regulations visit
www.akc.org.
Spend a few minutes
at
www.HomeAgainID.com and
www.ResponsiblePetCare.org for tips on how we can help you with the
identification and care of you pet.
The Oaks received two certificates of
appreciation. One was from the local 4-H for outstanding and dedicated
service. The second award was from Blue Ridge Community College
Veterinary Technology Program for serving as an external training site.
For more information on becoming a Veterinary Technician visit
www.br.cc.va.us.com.
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