Services

Small Animal

Dr. Jared and Merrell do a nail trim on our oldest patient, Smokey Hogberg. Dr. Jared hand raised this kitten and two of its litter mates after finding them on our doorstep one morning.

• Surgical Suite
  Surgical services and facilities include: fully trained veterinary and technical staff to ensure the safest, most efficient, state-of-the-art procedures for your pet; specifically designed for aseptic surgery featuring ISO fluorane anesthesia, ECG, Pulse oximetry, respiratory monitors, patient circulating warming blankets and temperature monitoring.
• Orthopedic Surgery
  We are equipped for various types of fracture repair, cruciate ligament injuries, canine hip dysplasia screening, juvenile pubic symphysiodesis (JPS surgery), femoral head ostectomy, and luxating patella surgeries.
• X-Ray Facilities
  Automated film processing and a 300 MA x-ray machine.
• Dental Services
  All air-driven instruments have expanded our capabilities to perform cleaning, polishing, root canals, and restorative services. Dental x-rays available.
• On-site laboratory
  Cytology, urinalysis, and serum chemistry are done in the clinic laboratory. CBC and additional diagnostic services performed by IDEXX Veterinary Labs.
• Complete Pharmacy
  Prescriptions are filled during your office visit from our fully stocked pharmacy. Our staff also understands the proper use of everything we sell. If you want to know the best and safest products for keeping your pets flea and tick-free, we have sound advice from trained staff that you can't get at the grocery or discount store or online.
• Preventative health care
  We feel strongly that every pet should be examined at least once a year. Every exam includes a dental checkup to be sure your pet's teeth and gums stay healthy. The time and effort invested in your pets' health has rewards for both pets and owners. Our recommendations are designed specifically for your pet and include: Comprehensive physical exam; a dental checkup to be sure your pet's teeth and gums stay healthy; internal parasite testing; heartworm and flea control; micro-chipping; spay and neuter; and specialized blood tests for all life stages.
• Early Drop-off Service 8 a.m.
  If dropping off for a medical treatment, client will need to allow the time to visit with either a doctor or technician and go over the problems and treatments being performed.
• Vaccinations
  Our practice follows the guidelines of the American Animal Hospital Association, and considers each patient individually. For many diseases, we are now recommending revaccination every three years, instead of the idea that everything was given every year. We will be happy to discuss these new ideas and recommendations with you at your annual visit.
• Nutrition Counseling
  Available on request, we feature a variety of veterinary diets to meet your pet's specific nutritional needs.
• Behavioral counseling
  
• Emergency Services (After normal business hours)
  Provided through the Animal Emergency Clinic 229-7791
• House Call Services
  Available under special circumstances - please inquire.
• Patient Record Reminder System
  Our computerized patient record-keeping system allows us to track your pet's health needs: vaccinations, heartworm exams, fecal exams, dental exams, medications.
• Special Diagnostic Services
  
  • Glaucoma Testing and Monitoring -- Tonopen
  • Blood pressure testing
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • Ultrasound -- referred to one of our group clinics
  • PennHip, OFA -- referred to one of our group clinics
  • Endoscopy -- referred to one of our group clinics.
• Exotic Diagnostic Medical/Surgical Services
  Winnebago now has Dr. Meghan Schirger who will be seeing some exotic cases. Please call the clinic for further information and/or an appointment.
• Boarding
  We feature large indoor runs that are climate controlled and a gated outdoor exercise area. All dogs are exercised multiple times daily. Longer walks/jogs/play periods are available upon request. Complimentary baths are given to all dogs staying an extended period of time (7 nights or longer).
  
  We offer additional play time which could include brushing, a leashed walk around the grounds, a good game of fetch, etc.
  
  If your pet has special needs or special needs arise while your pet stays with us, they can be addressed by our staff veterinarian.
  
  Clinic Policies and Procedure
  1. All boarded/hospitalized animals must be current on vaccines. This policy will help ensure the health of your pet as well as others in the hospital.
     
     
  2. Kennel cough vaccine is required for boarded dogs, ideally administered 72 hours prior to visit. All boarded dogs must also have had a fecal exam within the last six months. If one hasn't been done, we will collect a sample during your pet's stay and treat for any intestinal parasites found.
     
     
  3. All animals must be restrained when on Clinic grounds. Leashes for dogs and carriers for cats and exotics are strongly recommended.
     
     
  4. Questions on your pet's health status are encouraged. Please call during regular clinic hours.
     
     
  5. Tours are available. Please ask a receptionist or technician.
• Grooming
  We do not offer professional grooming at this location, however we do offer nail trims, baths and medicated baths.
• Retail Center
  We stock Hill's Science Diet, Hill's Prescription Diet, Eukanuba and Eukanuba Veterinary Diet products. We carry Gentle Leaders, Busy Buddy Toys and products, dental care products and a full range of helpful training publications.
• Microchipping
  Placing a microchip into your pet gives it a form of permanent identification that cannot be altered. All animal shelters and most veterinary clinics have equipment that will scan for a chip and give you a much better chance of being reunited with you pet should he/she become lost. The procedure is not very different than giving a routine vaccine. We find that microchipping at the time of spay or neuter is the easiest and most convenient, but it can be done at any time.
• Pain Management
  Managing your pet's pain is something we take very seriously. Pets feel pain and discomfort for the same reasons and under the same circumstances as people do. The effects of pain can actually delay the healing process. That is why we use a variety of methods and medications to control your pet's pain. These include a combination of oral and injectable medications for all routine surgeries, and nerve blocks for declaws and tooth extractions.