Pet Health Topics:
Information
As it is not our intent to try to cover every topic of pet
health on our website we can provide links to reputible
sources of this information. A library of these topics needs
to be updated regularly with current information. Any particular
information you find here should be discussed with your
veterinarian as to how it may or may not be relevant in
your pets case. Any information you find here should not
be a substitute for a working relationship with your veterinarian
and regular checkups. It can greatly enhance the teamwork
between you and your veterinarian when you have the desire
to research a topic on your own.
Links and Resources: Information
VeterinaryPartner.com
Information for clients from the Veterinary Information
Network
HealthyPet.com
Information from the American Animal Hospital Association
AVMA
brochures for dog owners Information provided by the
AVMA
AVMA
brochures for cat owners Information provided by the
AVMA
MVMA
Links and Fact Sheets Information from the Michigan
VMA
Internet Pharmacies: Information
Internet and pet store shopping for your
companion's health care products
Did you know that when you purchase your companions health
care products at the veterinary office you enjoy the following
advantages?
1. Quality control
2. Convenience
3. A guarantee on those products
4. A permanent record
5. Reminders sent to assure you know when your companion
is due for a visit
6. A professional's input regarding the proper use of the
purchased products.
The following examples are real situations encountered
at our veterinary hospital.
1. An owner administered 3 vaccines purchased over the counter
to their puppy. The puppy came down with Parvo a few months
later. The owner was responsible for the entire treatment.
If the puppy had received its vaccines at a veterinary hospital,
there would have been assistance by the vaccine company
with its treatment.
2. Heartworm preventative purchased over the internet has
no guarantee (from the manufacturer). If your dog somehow
contracted heartworm, the manufacturer will not assist with
treatment as they would if their product was purchased at
a veterinary hospital.
Our doctors and ourstaff are all committed to providing
our client's patients with the best healthcare possible.
We do understand economics can play a role in deciding how
best to manage your companions needs. We are very willing
to work with you in every way possible to assure your companion's
care is not compromised! We encourage you to speak candidly
with us regarding our services, costs, and policies. I am
sure you will find us open, honest, and willing to assist
you!
Referral: Specialty
Hospitals and Clinics
Michigan
State University Veterinary Medical Center
Blue
Pearl (formerly Michigan Veterinary Specialists)
Oakland
Referral Services
Animal
Neurology & MRI Center
Dogwood
Animal
Ophthalmology Center
Veterinary
Dentistry
Companies: Pet
Insurance
There are probably a dozen or more companies that offer
full health care and major medical plans. Here are a few:
Trupanion
Pet Insurance
Embrace
Pet Insurance
Healthypaws
Pet Insurance
Pets
Health Care Plan
VPI
Pet Insurance
Pet
Care Insurance
ASPCA
Pet Insurance
Companies: Nutrition
There are quite a number of major pet food manufacturers.
These links are companies whos products we carry and who
make specialized diets for the management of some health
conditions.
Hills
Pet Nutrition
Iams
Pet Nutrition
Royal
Canin Diets
Purina
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