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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How much are your vaccinations and which vaccines are recommended?

A: Our vaccines are $19.50 dollars each. For Dogs: we recommend three vaccines: DHLPPC, Bordetella and Rabies. For Cats: we recommend three vaccines: FVRCP, FELV and Rabies. Your pet's first year Rabies and DHLPPC/FVRCP vaccines are good for only one year, then after the second vaccine is administered they are given every three years. They will still need to come in annually for an examination and for other vaccines. Click blue text for recommended Puppy Health Schedules and Kitten Health Schedules.

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Q: Are there certain days your doctor does surgeries?

A: We schedule surgeries in the mornings Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. An appointment is required for all non-emergency surgeries.

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Q: What type of payment do you accept? Do you offer monthly payments plans?

A: We accept cash, checks, Visa, Mastercard, Discover and CareCredit. Payment is expected at the time of service.

We no longer are able to provide in-house financing options. We do offer a 6 month no interest payment plan method though CareCredit®. This method is accepted through several vet clinics, doctor and dental offices. It can be used for simple purchases like dog food or for the unexpected expense of a surgery or illness. Another benefit to our clients is that most emergency hospitals also accept this payment method. In the event of an emergency, having one less worry may provide some relief during a stressful event. You can apply for this using the following methods: online, by phone or through our office.

For more Info:

CareCredit®.

1-800-365-8295

www.carecredit .com

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Q: Which deworming products are the most safe and effective?

A: Drontal is a broad spectrum dewormer that is effective and safe for the removal common parasites in dogs and cats. (ie,Tapeworms, Hookworms, Roundworms and Whipworms) These tablets now come in chewable form for dogs and tablet form for cats.

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Q: Which flea and tick product do you recommend?

A: We recommend a few different flea and tick products.

Frontline Plus® is labeled for both dogs and cats. This product provides a monthly topical application for fast, safe, effective, waterproof and convenient treatment and control of fleas, ticks and chewing lice for dogs and cats. It is also safe for puppies and kittens 8 weeks or older. This product does NOT require a prescription from a veterinarian.

Comfortis® (spinosad) This product provides a monthly oral treatment that protects against fleas. It starts killing fleas in 30 minutes which ensures fast relief for your pet and has been proven 100% effective in protection within 4 hours. Since it is given orally, there is no worry of it being rubbed or washed off. This product does require a prescription from a veterinarian. Click here for more info on Comfortis!

Trifexis® (spinosad+milbemycin oxime) is labeled only for dogs. This product provides a monthly oral treatment that protects against fleas, treats and controls intestinal worms, and prevents heartworm disease. Trifexis starts killing fleas in 30 minutes which ensures fast relief for your pet and has been proven 100% effective in protection within 4 hours. Since it is given orally, there is no worry of it being rubbed or washed off. This product does require a prescription from a veterinarian. Click here for more info on Trifexis!

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