Philosophy of the Practice
Our philosophy is to provide your animal with the best care available and provide you with as many options for treatment as possible. We see ourselves as advocates for the animal and want them to receive benefit from treatments and procedures performed on them.
Vaccinations
Minimum is best and we vaccinate only for diseases that your animal is at risk for and the product has a reasonable expectation of working. Happy to discuss why and what we are vaccinating for!
Prescriptions
We will provide a prescription for all medications if you wish to purchase them from an alternate source. It is important to remember that veterinarians are required by law to maintain a client patient relationship with you and your animal before prescribing products. Some products have specific requirements.
Heart Worm
An annual examination and heart worm test is required. However, if we are providing the preventative product, we do not need an annual test. You should consider the cost of testing when price shopping for products.
Other
At least an annual examination is required. Some medications require blood testing for continued prescription.
Euthanasia
The hardest and the most important procedure. Clearly difficult for all involved including you and the staff, it is important to be prepared and know why, who and how this works. Doc does not euthanise on demand, but expects a relationship with all involved.
Referrals
We are happy to refer you to a specialist or another veterinarian. We will forward records at your request at any time to any veterinarian.
No Show Fees
All cancelations must be made 24 hours before your appointment. A full charge for your services will be charged if you miss your appointment which includes an examination fee, nail trim fees etc.