Early detection is key when it comes to treating your pet, and Pachaug Animal Hospital offers complete in-house diagnostics including an on-site laboratory and digital radiology. This saves time, money, and most importantly, you don’t have to wait overnight for results—meaning your pet gets a diagnosis and needed treatment sooner. Digital Radiography (X-Rays) Radiographs, or … Read moreAdvanced Diagnostics
Preventative care is a pet’s first line of defense. Annual exams help by establishing your pet’s baseline health as well as diagnosing and treating disease in its early stages–often before any noticeable symptoms begin. The earlier treatment starts, the more effective it is and the greater the chances of a positive outcome. Pachaug Animal Hospital’s … Read morePreventative Care
Dental care is the foundation of proper oral hygiene and is an important part of your pet’s daily life, see why annual dental cleanings are needed to maintain a clean bill of health.
The chewing. The scratching. The licking. These behaviors are all too familiar to many pet parents and they can be symptoms of a significant health problem. It could be allergies, an infection, stress or any one of many issues, and it’s important your pet see the vet when these symptoms start to happen. At Pachaug Animal … Read moreDermatology
Surgery is often the most effective way to treat many serious injuries and disorders. Pachaug Animal Hospital offers a wide variety of surgical services from routine spays and neuters to more advanced soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. Patient safety and comfort is our main priority. Pachaug Animal Hospital’s experienced veterinary anesthesiologists provide skilled pain management … Read moreSurgery
Serious health problems, injuries, and illness require immediate care. When your pet urgently needs to see a veterinarian, Pachaug Animal Hospital offers quality emergency care during our regular business hours. While we understand you may not always be in a position to call in advance, if you are able to do so it will help … Read morePet Emergency
One of the worst feelings to experience as a pet owner is a realization that your pet has gone missing. Only 17% of dogs and 2% of cats make it back to their owners—which can make it feel like you’ll never see your pet again if they get lost. Pachaug Animal Hospital encourages you to … Read moreMicrochipping
It can be hard to admit when we see the signs of old age in our animal companions, but the fact is that most dogs are considered seniors when they hit seven, cats around nine. Pets age much more rapidly than humans, which means diseases and illness progress quicker as well. To ensure that your … Read moreSenior Wellness
Fleas, ticks and mosquitoes aren’t just a summer problem! Warming temperatures mean year-round prevention is key to making sure your pet is protected from these pests or the diseases they may carry. Don’t overlook the problems they can cause: Fleas often trigger dermatitis, tapeworm and hot spots; one tick bite can transmit numerous dangerous diseases and … Read moreParasite Prevention
Vaccinating your pet is a relatively inexpensive but very important way to protect his or her health. In addition to preventing many life-threatening illnesses, vaccinations can prevent diseases prevalent in wildlife and those that can be passed to humans. It’s important to administer vaccinations when pets are puppies and kittens because their young immune systems are … Read moreVaccinations