Important Information

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We proudly serve the pets of Clinton Township, MI, and beyond.

Below is some important information that might help answer any questions or concerns. Please feel free to call us at 586-791-6260 for any other concerns you might have about your pet.

Canine vs. Feline Important Information and Medical Schedule

Canine

An annual appointment is recommended to keep your pet healthy
  • Routine vaccinations
  • Physical examination
  • Heartworm testing & preventative
  • Dental examination
Schedule of vaccinations for Adult dogs
  • DHPP (given every 3 years)
  • Lepto (annually)
  • Fecal Analysis (annually)
  • Heartworm Check (annually)
  • Bordetella (annually)
  • Monthly/Yearly Heartworm Preventative
Description of Exams and Vaccinations
DHLPP – combination vaccine that protects against:
Leptosporiosis – Virus spread through urine from rodents.
Hepatitis – Fatal viral disease that attacks the liver, differ from human hepatitis.
Parainfluenze – A common highly contagious airborne viral bronchitis. One of the germs involved in “Canine Cough” complex.
Parvo– viral disease that causes a potentially fatal gastroenteritis. Epidemic fatal to dogs in 1980.
Rabies – vaccination is required by law and is necessary prior to obtaining a dog license by 6 months of age.

When Boarding, training or grooming animals the Bordetella vaccination prevents potentially severe respiratory tract infections in dogs. The bordetella vaccine needs to be administered 7-10 days prior to entering any high risk environment.

The Lyme disease vaccination is recommended for dogs traveling to endemic areas (i.e. heavily deep populated areas) This vaccine is administered in a series of two for the first time and then annually thereafter.

Intestinal Parasites: Round, hook, whipworm and coccidian causes digestive upsets. Diagnosed by finding the ova (eggs) upon microscopic examinations of the stool. Potential for human infection is present.

Heartworms: Mosquitoes spread the small larvae which grow to foot long worms within the heart. Diagnosed by a blood test and prevented by a once a month chewable beef square or pill. Easy to prevent, painful to recover.

Giardia is a diarrheal illness brought on by a microscopic parasite (germ) called Giardia. Giardia is a parasite that can be found on surfaces, in food, drink, and soil that has come into contact with infected human or animal feces (poop).

Puppy Vaccination Schedule
​(6-8) weeks:
  • Physical exam
  • 1st puppy DHPP (combination vaccine)
  • Fecal analysis (for intestinal parasites)
​(9-11) weeks:
  • Physical exam
  • 2nd puppy DHPP
  • Bordetella
(12-14) weeks:
  • Physical exam
  • 1st adult DHLPP
  • *Fecal analysis for intestinal parasites
(16-17) weeks:
  • Physical exam
  • 2nd adult DHLPP
  • Rabies 1 year
  • Monthly Heartworm Preventative

*Generally check fecal twice during the series
** Bordetella is recommended for dogs visiting groomers, dog parks, dog classes, pet stores or pet lodging facilities.

Canine Sterilization
  • Females: Spay (ovariohysterectomy) procedure performed approximately 6-7 months of age.
  • Males: Castration (orchidectomy) procedure performed anywhere from 9 months to 2 years depending on breed of dog.
  • Patients scheduled for surgery are admitted at 9:00 AM the day of surgery, or between 4:30-5:30 PM the day before at no additional charge.
  • Patients cannot have any food or water the day of the surgery. So be sure that the animal has no access to food or water after midnight the day before the surgery.
  • Sutures must be kept dry and need to be removed 10-14 days after the surgical procedure. An appointment is necessary for removal. We ask that you come in before 11:00 AM or after 2:00 PM

Feline

An annual appointment is recommended to keep your pet healthy
  • Feline Distemper Booster (combination)
  • Feline Leukemia Booster
  • Physical examination
  • Fecal analysis for intestinal parasites
  • Dental examination
  • Rabies Booster
Description of Exams and Vaccinations
  • Distemper -Combination Vaccine protects against:
  • Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis- Highly contagious respiratory disease spread through direct contact with saliva but, may occur via contact with urine, feces and blood.
  • Feline Calvivirus- Serious Feline respiratory disease.
  • Feline Distemper- Is among the most widespread of all cat diseases and is transmitted through direct contact of ingestion of feces, urine, vomit or saliva. This disease is extremely contagious.  
  • Feline Leukemia- A viral disease which can take several forms. Some cats have transient infections with few ill effects. Other forms have persistent infections varying in severity, some of which may be fatal over time. Transmission occurs primarily by direct contact with saliva but may occur via contact with urine, feces and blood
  • Feline Leukemia Test- in hospital test for viral antigens.
  • Rabies vaccine: Mandatory hospital policy for our staffs’ safety.
Kitten Vaccination Schedule
(9-12) Weeks
  • Physical Exam
  • Feline Leukemia Test
  • 1st Feline Distemper (combination)
  • 1st Feline Leukemia
  • Fecal analysis for intestinal parasites 
(12-16) Weeks
  • Physical Exam
  • 2nd Feline Distemper (combination)
  • 2nd Feline Leukemia
  • 1 Year Rabies
Sterilization
  • Females –  Spay (ovariohysterectomy) removal of uterus and ovaries at 6 months of age. 
  • Males- Castration (orchidectomy) removal of testicles between 9-12 months of age.
  • Patients scheduled for surgery are admitted at 9:00 AM the day of surgery, or between 4:30-5:30 PM the day before at no additional charge.
  • Patients cannot have any food or water the day of the surgery. So be sure that the animal has no access to food or water after midnight the day before the surgery.
  • Sutures must be kept dry and need to be removed 14 days after the surgical procedure.  We ask that you come in before 11:00 AM or after 2:00 PM. An appointment is necessary to be seen.