ALTERNATIVE
MEDICINE
-
Antioxidants from grape seeds can reduce itching
- Glucosamime, Chondroitin, MSM can reduce arthritis symptoms
- Other antioxidants may lessen the severity of cognitive dysfunction
We are not unrealistic in our expectations of alternative modes of
therapy. They can't replace traditional therapies in most situations,
but they do have a place in our practice, either as a sole treatment
or adjunct to conventional therapy.
REFERRAL
NETWORK
When
our experience and education aren't adequate to treat your pet, we
have a network of specialists that we work with to provide your pet
with the best of care.
INSURANCE
Pet
insurance is available for most pets. We would be glad to help you
find the plan that would best serve your needs.
BOARDING
SERVICES
We
offer boarding with separate cat and dog rooms. We check each pet's
records to be certain that no illnesses will be transmitted within our
kennels. When your pet stays with us, they will be given excellent
care!
GERIATRIC
CARE
Have
you ever been advised that you can't perform a procedure such as tumor
removal on an older pet because he won't be able to handle the
anesthesia? Well, we use light sedation and epidural or regional
anesthesia in many older pets to perform various procedure without
using general anesthesia.
OBEDIENCE
CLASSES
Behavioral
training programs are taught on Thursdays by Laura Wilson
DVM who has had years of experience training dogs. For dogs with
submission problems such as fear biting; urinating when greeted;
aggression problems such as attacking other animals or people; and
young or old dogs who don't know commands --- obedience training can
work wonders!
ACQUIRING
A NEW PET
We
can discuss with you what pet is right for you: breed, age, sex, and
disposition. We can also advise you about breeders, rescue groups,
animal shelters, etc...
Decision
Guide: Get recommendations for the right dog for you
Read
Tips For Choosing The Right Dog
Greater
Birmingham Humane Society
LOST
PETS
You
can do everything right, but sometimes accidents happen and your pet
can get loose. When your pet is lost, it can be a terrifying time. The
best thing to do is to prepare for this possibility. Microchips, tags,
tag services, Alabama
Pet Registry -- these are all fantastic ways to help you
recover your pet. Also, carry a current photo of your pet with you
when you go on vacation. If your pet runs away when you are on
vacation, you will need a picture.
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