- Dental Care2/22/18 - February is Pet Dental Health Month! Here's how to take care of those pearly whites at home. Yes, they really do need care every day. But the good news is that if you skip brushing, you can give a VOHC-approved chew or healthymouth in the drinking water and still make a difference. Read more.
- Veterinary OphthalmologyIf this list sounds like your animal at home, bring them into your local veterinarian. Pets will lose weight over time if the diabetes is not controlled. Some dogs can suddenly develop bright white cataracts and lose vision.
- Behavioral CounselingAvian Medicine: Your feathered friends are in good hands whether they need basic grooming (beak, wing and nail trims), wellness care, advanced diagnostics or a behavior consultation.
- Nutritional Counseling12/3/18 multiple brands of dog food have been recalled due to high levels of vitamin D. Signs of vitamin D toxicity in your pet include increased thirst, increased urination, vomiting, and decreased appetite. Please seek veterinary care immediately if your pet was eating one of the affected foods. Please see the FDA alert for more information and the affected brands/lots.
- Comprehensive ExaminationA complete evaluation includes a thorough consultation with you to discuss medical history, lifestyle and unique risk factors, a nose (or beak) to tail hands-on physical exam and appropriate diagnostic testing of blood, urine and/or stool.
- Parasites Treatment and ControlFebruary 21, 2019: Cincinnati topped the list last month in fastest heartworm disease growth. Not exactly the competition we wanted to win. Is your pet at risk? Click here for more info.
- Pain ManagementPain relief is a passion at the Montgomery Animal Hospital. Is your pet really slowing down just because of age? Chances are, he or she is actually suffering from arthritis. Appropriate pain relief can dramatically improve mobility and put some spring back in his or her step. Geriatric and injured pets deserve relief from their pain. Talk to us about the best strategies to keep your loved ones as comfortable as possible through all life stages. This can include medications, laser therapy and nutritional supplements.
- Vomiting Treatment
- Diarrhea Treatment
- Skin Condition and Allergy TreatmentAntihistamines are less effective than either of the other two classes of medications, but are very helpful with sudden allergic reactions like insect stings. For mildly itchy pets antihistamines can relieve symptoms. Beware never to use the non-drowsy formula for your pets. Please talk to your veterinarian about safe doses of Benadryl (diphenhydramine, cats and dogs), Zyrtec (cetirizine, dogs), or ChlorTrimeton (chlorpheniramine, cats).
- Ear Infection Treatment
- Urinary Tract Infection TreatmentFemale animals that are spayed CAN'T get uterine cancers, their risk of mammary (breast) cancer is reduced (to almost zero if spayed before her first heat), and they are less prone to urinary tract infections. As early as six months of age, female dogs begin a biannual heat cycle during which they attract every unneutered male dog around. She can also have hormonal or personality changes and leak bloody vaginal discharge throughout your house. Neutered male dogs avoid prostate enlargement and testicular cancers, and are less likely to roam, get into fights, or be injured.
- Diabetes TreatmentInsulin is a hormone which signals your body to move glucose from your blood into muscles and organs to be either used for energy right away or stored for later use. In diabetic animals, insulin is either not present or not doing its job. This leaves too much glucose in the blood, where it can't be used. Hyperglycemia is the specific word used to describe having too much glucose in the blood. It is normal for an animal to be hyperglycemic right after a meal, especially one high in carbohydrates, but diabetes is characterized by “persistent fasting hyperglycemia.” An animal who is persistently hyperglycemic would have too much glucose in their blood regardless of when they last ate a meal. The blood glucose levels will get so high that glucose leaves in large quantities through the urine – hence sweet siphon – Diabetes mellitus.
- Kidney Disease TreatmentSeptember 20, 2018: Did you know that 1 in 3 cats will develop kidney disease? While we can't reverse the damage, early intervention can add good years to your cat's life. Read more.
- Cancer Treatment
- Veterinary Surgery
- Laboratory ServicesSeveral research studies of pets in homes where a family member has had Covid-19 have confirmed that pets can catch Covid-19 from their humans. Most of these pets are not sick, and their infections are only found because of lab testing. A few of them show mild respiratory signs that don't require treatment. Overall, it is very rare that a pet shows significant illness, but ferrets are the most susceptible of our pet species. Some mink, which are closely related to ferrets, have died from the illness.
- X-RayThe future of x-ray technology is digital radiographic imaging. We are proud to offer state-of-the-art equipment for the best possible images of your pet's bones and organs. Digital technology provides improved image quality over traditional film plates, reduces the amount of radiation exposure and makes it easy to send images to specialists when a consult is needed for best interpretation. We can perform basic screening studies as well as advanced radiographic contrast procedures.
- MicrochippingAugust 30, 2018: 8-10 million dogs and cats stray every year in the United States, and less than half of them will find their way home. Improve your pet's chances of being reunited by microchipping - and keep your contact information up to date! Read more.
- Boarding
- Grooming
- Senior Pet CareMAH provides both wellness and problem evaluations for all family pets. We evaluate all life stages, from neonates through adult, and have a particular interest in the special needs of senior pets. New patients and clients are always welcome!
- Dog Training