Services
 

Because of the shorter lifespan of our pets, we stress the importance of an annual physical examination. Thorough check-ups and preventive care can help alleviate serious health problems. We offer a wide range of veterinary services to keep your companions feeling their best:

Diagnostic and Therapeutic Services:  Our office and hospital are equipped to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to care for your pets' complete health care needs.  

Surgical Ser We utilize the safest available anesthetics to provide an extra margin of safety, especially for our older or high-risk patients. Using the most modern equipment, the patient's vital signs are monitored during all anesthetic procedures.

Surgical consults: At the Central Hospital we offer in-hospital referrals to several board certified surgeons who performs orthopedic and, soft tissue surgeries. 

Radiology Services:  Our central hospital has digital X-ray equipment providing high quality radiographs to aid in the quick diagnosis of many disorders. Two board certified radiologists read the x-rays as well as provide ultrasound examinations.

Electrocardiography Services:  We provide ECG services at the Central Hospital as well as consultations with cardiology specialists.

Dentistry:  Our dental services include teeth cleaning and polishing, dental X-rays, tooth extractions and minor oral surgery.

Laboratory:  Our in-house laboratory facilities provide for, hematology, urinalysis and parasite testing. We also utilize commercial veterinary laboratories for specialized diagnostics and consultations, particularly for our wellness screening.

Permanent identification: We offer microchip identification.

Pharmacy:  We maintain a complete inventory of pharmaceuticals, vitamins, shampoos, flea and tick control products and heartworm preventatives to meet the needs of your pet. We also carry a full line of prescription diets.

Individualized Flea/Tick Control Programs:  We develop programs for the specific needs of your pet and your own particular environmental situation. We will review with you the best ways to control fleas and ticks in your house, in your yard and on your pet.

Dietary Counseling:  We will provide guidance regarding your pet's nutritional needs for each life stage, including dietary requirements for growth, weight maintenance and performance.   

Behavioral Counseling:  We can provide advice regarding the correction of problems such as excessive barking, chewing, spraying, scratching, digging, house soiling and aggression.

Bathing:  Routine and therapeutic bathing services are available at Wash and Wag Dog Grooming that is housed in the same building. Wash & Wag's phone number is 203-389-5032.

Emergency Care:  Please call our main telephone number for instructions for after-hour emergencies. The New Haven Central Hospital provides 24 hour emergency service, and they can be reached at 203-865-0878.