- Dental CareDentistry for your pet is quite different from human dentistry. For most of us, caring for our teeth and gums has been part of our daily routine for as long as we can remember. Consequently, a person's visit to the dentist is relatively brief and does not require sedation. In contrast, your pet's dental care is considerably more involved, time consuming and complex. It requires general anesthesia and, consequently, a day's hospitalization and the skills of several people, from veterinarians to veterinary technicians and assistants.
- VaccinationDiane Canell has a genuine love and appreciation for animals and considers the best part of her job "interacting with all the animals and getting kisses from them!" As a receptionist at North Haven Animal Hospital since September 2011, her duties include answering the phone, scheduling appointments, patient check-in and out, filling prescriptions, and preparing vaccinations.
- Veterinary OphthalmologyOcular conditions such as glaucoma, corneal ulcers and dry eye can be prevented or better treated through regular care and screenings.
- Behavioral CounselingOur hospitals maintain an extensive library of information about behavior problems. Our veterinarians help you recognize, validate and categorize behavior problems. We work closely with you in developing a specific plan to help eliminate your pet's unwanted behavior. The treatment plan may include behavior modification, training, or medication-assisted training. We also offer referrals to a board-certified behaviorist in difficult cases.
- Nutritional CounselingAfter acquiring your new exotic pet, a complete wellness appointment is strongly recommended. This exam includes a thorough physical examination, husbandry and nutritional consultation, disease screening and laboratory testing if necessary. Before bringing your pet into your home, you want to make sure that he or she is healthy!
- Comprehensive ExaminationTo maintain our high standards, we offer a broad range of veterinary services. Our focus is on disease prevention and wellness care. Through our preventative care program, your pet receives a comprehensive "nose-to-tail" physical examination in order to establish his or her own overall health profile. We use a personalized approach to high quality pet care based on you and your pet's lifestyle.
- Parasites Treatment and ControlOur laboratory is capable of processing many tests, including complete blood counts (CBCs), blood chemistry panels, parasite testing (to detect the presence of heartworm, intestinal worms and other internal parasites) and more. Your pet's laboratory test results are analyzed and interpreted by our team of specially trained veterinary technicians. The results of the laboratory tests provide fast, accurate treatment for your pet.
- Behavioral Disorder TreatmentVaccines are useful in preventing canine distemper, parvovirus, bordetella, rabies, Lyme disease and other diseases in your dog and feline leukemia, panleukopenia, rabies and feline immunodeficiency virus in cats. Our staff can assist you in deciding which preventative measures are necessary for your pet.
- Pain ManagementWe practice the most up-to-date pain management protocol. For acute and chronic conditions, we use all our available and safe resources, including oral, injectable and trans-dermal pain options.
- Vomiting Treatment
- Diarrhea Treatment
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentSome pets can have medical conditions, such as liver and intestinal disease, bladder and kidney stones, renal disease, food allergies, diabetes and other conditions that can benefit from a special diet. In addition, obesity in pets is one of the most common diseases we see. During your pet's exam, we evaluate their body condition and give recommendations based on our findings.
- Upper Respiratory Illness TreatmentThese clinical signs can indicate a variety of dermatologic issues, such as fleas, endocrine disease, autoimmune disease, and allergies to pollen, dust, and various foods (not very common). If you notice any of these symptoms, it is important that you bring your pet to us for an evaluation.
- Leptospirosis TreatmentCore vaccines for dogs include Canine Distemper, Canine Adenovirus (hepatitis), Canine Parvovirus, Canine Parainfluenza and leptospirosis. Combined into one injection, the vaccine is called DHPP-L. Rabies is also a core vaccine for dogs and is a requirement for all domestic animals living in the state of Connecticut.
- Parvovirus Infection Treatment
- Feline Retro Virus TreatmentFeline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is a contagious disease of cats and spreads primarily through bites and saliva of cats infected with the virus. This very often occurs during cat fights, grooming, drinking from the same water bowls and mating.
- Ear Infection TreatmentEar infections are a relatively common disease our doctors see. Although your pet can develop ear infections quickly, regular otic examinations allows our doctors to determine any early indicators of ear disease. Diagnosis and treatment of ear disease is an area of particular expertise at North Haven Animal Hospital.
- Urinary Tract Infection TreatmentLaboratory testing of your pet's urine can help detect the presence of specific substances such as protein, glucose, white blood cells, blood, bacteria, and crystals that may indicate an underlying disease process. Measuring the dilution or concentration of urine can also help your veterinarian diagnose illness. Urinalysis can be helpful in diagnosing urinary tract infections, diabetes, kidney disease, endocrine disease, and other medical conditions.
- Obesity TreatmentStudies reveal that half of the dogs and cats found in American homes are overweight or obese, translating to over 85 million. Pet obesity has become a major health concern across the nation, forcing us to rethink what we throw into Fido’s bowl or pass under the table.
- Diabetes Treatment
- Heart Disease TreatmentYet, what we often don’t think about are the costs associated with this soaring trend. Not only are there diseases and conditions caused by obesity, but also many others that are greatly exacerbated by the extra pounds. And the increase in costs can be alarming. In fact, treating pets with diabetes, heart disease or ligament tears that are caused by weakened joints can cost you thousands in veterinary fees. According to Petplan, pet insurance claims in 2011 for heart disease increased by 32 percent, diabetes by 253 percent and arthritis by a whopping 348 percent.
- Kidney Disease Treatment
- Periodontal Disease TreatmentDoes your pet have bad breath or reddened gums? If so, gingivitis could be the cause. If left untreated, gingivitis can lead to an infection called periodontal disease.
- Cancer TreatmentSuccessful cancer treatment often lies in early detection. Early detection can be difficult at times as cancer may not only present itself as a lump on the skin, but may develop inside the body. If this occurs, a thorough examination with diagnostic tests (radiographs, ultrasound) can often discover the tumor. If left undiagnosed, the disease may not be noticed until clinical symptoms develop.
- Veterinary SurgeryWe also recommend a balanced schedule of vaccines to protect your pet from a range of dangerous, but preventable diseases. Routine dental care is part of the plan as well, because good oral health goes a long way toward protecting overall systemic health. Beyond these standard elements of good preventative care, we also offer microchip identification in case your pet should become lost, nutritional and behavioral counseling, internal medicine services, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, advanced diagnostic testing capabilities, and much more.
- Declawing
- Spaying and Neutering
- Laboratory ServicesDiagnostic tests help us make more accurate diagnosis. Thanks to our in-house diagnostic laboratory, your pet's test results are ready within a matter of minutes.
- X-Ray
- MicrochippingThis is why our team views microchip lost pet IDs as a standard of protection for your pet. With a microchip, your pet can be identified quickly and easily by animal control officers, shelters or at veterinary hospitals. Microchips are safe, unalterable and permanent identification for pets. The entire implant procedure takes less than 10 seconds.
- Boarding
- Grooming
- Senior Pet CareYour senior pet may have spent winters in the past enjoying the brisk temperatures and playing as the snow falls. But as they age, recognize that they aren't as strong as they once were. This doesn’t mean they can't be outside and play, just be conscientious of time and make sure they have plenty of warm blankets and treats when they come indoors.
- Dog TrainingKaren is a member of the Cheshire Dog Training Club. She also cares for her dog, three cats and a red-eared slider turtle. When not working, Karen likes to spend time with her husband, Mitch, and their two daughters. She also enjoys hiking, biking, traveling to Block Island every summer, and attending her daughters' softball games.