At what age should I have my pet spayed or neutered?

There are several factors that help determine the best age for spaying and neutering including your pet’s breed (larger breeds wait longer) and individual health status. Typical spaying and neutering for most pets not used for breeding purposes is usually recommended between 5 and 6 months of age. Spaying and neutering help with animal population control and prevent unwanted pets. Just as importantly, spaying and neutering can improve the overall health of your pet, and help in avoiding certain reproductive diseases, and some types of cancer.

What are heartworms and how can I prevent my pet from getting them?

Heartworms are a serious, year-round parasitic threat to your pet’s health. After an infection occurs, treatment is not only very expensive, but can also be life threatening. Heartworms can infect both our canine and feline companions. Heartworms are spread when a mosquito bites an infected animal and then transfers the juvenile worms when it bites a healthy animal. Unless your pet is taking a heartworm preventative, these immature worms can grow into adults that can cause serious damage to your pet’s blood vessels, lungs and heart, and may even cause death.

There are several options available for prevention of this potentially life-threatening disease. Preventatives can keep your dog or cat healthy and are much less expensive than having to treat adult heartworms. Our veterinarian will determine which preventative is right for your pet, based on needs and lifestyle.

What financing options do you offer, or is payment expected at the time of service?

Animal’s Choice Veterinary Clinic strives to offer compassionate, comprehensive veterinary care. In order to continue a high quality of service, payment is expected in full at the time of service. We accept cash, debit cards, and all major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express). All cards must be signed by the owner.