Announcements
Dog Food Recall
There is a new pet food recall that affect humans in 9 states. Diamond Pet Foods is pulling nine brands and WellPet LLC is recalling one as a precaution.
At least fourteen infected people had contact with dogs or dog food a week prior to them contracting an illness identified as Salmonella. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, cramping and fever. To date – no deaths have been reported.
Cases so far have been in Virginia, Ohio, Connecticut, Michigan, Alabama, Missouri, North Carolina, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
These products were sold to 16 states in the US East coast and Canada.
Please click on the link for more information.
http://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/safetyhealth/recallswithdrawals/default.htm#.T6qAhrliXfQ.facebook
Heartworm Disease
Heartworm Disease is actually an infection which is transmitted to dogs and cats from mosquitoes. Heartworm disease is 100% preventable. Make sure your pet is up to date on their heartworm blood test which is recommended to be done annually in our hospital. There are a number of effective products on the market that will prevent infection. Medications such as Heartgard will kill the immature stage of the parasite so that it can never develop into an adult worm. The American Heartworm Society, www.heartwormsociety.org recommends year round preventative. Check out our informative article under Hospital News – Case of the Month for more information on heartworm disease. Our Hospital is also running a special on Heartgard. Buy a 12 month supply and get $12 rebate back!
Best of the Best Winner!
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO VOTED FOR US!
WE WON!!!
The Home News Tribune Best of the Best of Central Jersey
The Readers Choice Awards Contest for 2011
in the Categories of
Veterinarian AND Pet Services!!
We are very proud of these awards
and we couldn’t have done it without all of our Clients and Pets!
Best of the Best – 2 years in a row!!
AAHA Accredited!
We are now AAHA Accredited & Celebrating!!
Our hospital was recently evaluated on almost 900 rigorous veterinary standards of excellence.
We are proud to be one of the 15% of AAHA Accredited hospitals in the US & Canada.
AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) Standards of Excellence cover patient care, pain management, anesthesia, surgery and more that are crucial to the delivery of high quality veterinary care!
For more information on accreditation and pet health care, visit www.healthypet.com .
CareCredit
During these tough economic times,
we have a fast & easy solution to help with your vet bills.
No Interest and Extended payment plans are available.
At our hospital, we offer 18 months of no interest
and no finance charges if the bill is over $300
and 6 months if the bill is under $300 through CareCredit.
You can apply quickly, easily and get instant approval
and more information at www.carecredit.com.
CareCredit can be used for ALL our services, medications and even food!
Please call us with any questions.
Pet Photos
Send us your pet’s pictures and we’ll put them on our website in our Photo Gallery!
Email the pictures in jpg format to rt516vet@rt516vet.com
Make sure you include your name and your pet’s name.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT PET HEALTH INSURANCE
Focusing on Care not Cost
Don’t you wish your pet could talk? Then he would be able to tell you when he’s not feeling well or where it hurts. Instead you learn to pick up on signs of illness in your pet. You also rely on your veterinarian to tell you exactly what’s going on with your pet’s health.
When your veterinarian gives you a diagnosis and a treatment plan, are you financially ready for the cost? Maybe it’s time to consider getting pet health insurance as a financial health care solution. Pet owners are learning that reasonably priced pet health insurance is available and is successful in helping to afford veterinary costs.
How Pet Insurance Works
Using pet insurance is simple. You simply pay the veterinarian at the time of your visit, fill out a claim form with your pet’s diagnosis and treatment, then fax or mail the claim form to your pet insurance company for processing. You’ll get a reimbursement check sent back to you for eligible expenses.
Pet health insurance companies are the same as human health insurance companies. They charge premiums and deductibles for different levels of coverage. Make sure you read, understand and choose the plan that’s right for you. Exclusions may apply also but it’s worth looking into. There are several pet insurance providers out there. Check out a few of them and compare what they cover and the monthly costs.
Don’t wait until something happens, plan ahead!!
Care Credit for Veterinary Medicine
Whether it’s a routine checkup or emergency surgery, you shouldn’t have to worry about how to get the best medical care for the pet you love. That’s why we’re pleased to offer CareCredit, North America’s leading client payment program. CareCredit lets you say “yes” to the best treatment for your pet immediately, and pay for it over time with low monthly payments that fit easily into your budget.
Like a Credit Card, but better
CareCredit works just like a regular credit card, but without high interest rates, annual fees or pre-payment penalties. CareCredit offers no-interest and low interest payment terms, zero hidden fees, and low minimum monthly payments. You can use your careCredit card over and over for all your pet’s follow-up care as well as annual exams and vaccines. So you can focus on what really matters, like playing fetch and learning new tricks.
With CareCredit:
–Enjoy low minimum monthly payments
–Get a No-Interest Payment Plan for any treatment amount
–Start your pet’s treatment immediately
Learn more by visiting www.carecredit.com or ask our staff for details.
Heartgard PLUS is a chewable tablet taken monthly. It is highly effective in preventing canine heartworm disease.
Heartgard PLUS is used for the treatment and control of common canine parasites including heartworms, hookworms, and roundworms.
Heartgard PLUS is safe for dogs and puppies 6 weeks of age and older and is safe to use in pregnant and nursing dogs.
HEARTGARD Plus comes with the Plus Guarantee of Satisfaction!
The HEARTGARD Plus guarantee remains in force only when you obtain it from a licensed veterinarian with whom you have a valid doctor-owner-pet relationship.
Ask your veterinarian for details about the Plus Guarantee of Satisfaction from Heartgard.
Heartgard PLUS Chewables for dogs are available by weight.
They come in 6 month or 12 month supply.
Our Hospital has the full line available to you at all times.
Stop in to pick up your Heartgard PLUS today!!
When you purchase a 12 month supply through our hospital, not only will you save money, we will also submit a $5 rebate for you in the mail.
Don’t forget to protect your pet from fleas, ticks & mosquitos this season!!
Use Frontline year round for the best protection possible!!
OBEDIENCE CLASSES FOR DOGS OF ALL AGES!!
At the request of our clients, we are now offering Obedience Classes for dogs 6 months and older. These new classes will be held on Sunday evenings from 5:30pm to 6:30pm in the hospital reception area. We are still holding Puppy Obedience classes on Sunday evenings from 7pm to 8pm. All dogs coming to classes must be current on their Rabies, Distemper and Bordetella vaccines.
For more information on the cost of either class or if you have any further questions, please call the hospital at 732-679-1551 and ask for Angela.
OBEDIENCE TRAINING CLASSES WITH ANGELA
We are now offering Obedience Training for our Canine Friends. Angela is one of our Receptionists and has been with our Hospital since 2007. Angela has been working at animal hospitals and shelters since the 80′s. She works very closely with sheltered dogs that exhibit fear aggression.
During these classes, Angela will explain and teach you and your pet the basics of obedience. Your pet will know what is right from wrong with praise and positive reinforcement. These lessons will help you enjoy a rewarding relationship with your pet.
Basics that will be covered:
**Learn basic obedience that includes: sit, down, and stay commands.
**Use a release word to gain more control
**Early socialization for a well rounded pup.
**Feeding – how much and how often? What kind is best?
**At what age should we spay or neuter?
**And much more.
Classes are held Sunday Evenings from 7pm-8pm for 6 weeks.
Puppies 12weeks – 6months are welcome.
Puppies must be current on all age appropriate vaccines.
New Classes begin soon!
Call Angela for more information!!
Sign Up Now!!
Attention
Old Bridge Shelter & East Brunswick Shelter Adoptions
We will now be extending a new adoption courtesy discount for the above shelters. For your first visit you will be entitled to a complimentary physical exam to ensure you have adopted a healthy new member into your family.
The physical exam not only includes a through wellness exam and toe nail trim, but it gives you an opportunity to meet our doctors and staff and have all of your “new pet” questions answered.
We look forward to meeting you and your “new furry family member”, and remember….
We care for YOUR family pets…like OUR family pets
Please remember to bring a copy of your gift certificate that you receive from the shelter along with proof of adoption.
(You may make a copy of this certificate if you do not have your original)
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