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  • Puppies & kittens should be initially examined between 6 & 8 weeks of age. During each visit Dr. Walsh will complete a thorough physical examination & discuss your new pet's diet, training, vaccination recommendations. parasite preventions, spaying/neutering, etc.

    Puppies & kittens require a series of vaccinations starting at 8 weeks old & are boostered every 2-4 weeks (average of 3 weeks) until they are around 16+ weeks of age.

    Because puppies & kittens are at high risk for intestinal parasites, during each visit a stool sample should be checked to make sure they are negative for parasites.

    Dog Vaccinations & Wellness

    • Rabies Vaccine

      By state law, your pet must receive a rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age, again 1 year later, then every 3 years for life.

    • DA2PP Vaccine -Distemper, adenovirus, parvo & parainfluenza vaccination - administered every 3 weeks starting at 6-8 weeks until 16+ weeks old, again at 1 year, then every 3 years.

    • Leptosporisis Vaccine - Often combined with DA2PP - This vaccine can be started at 12 weeks old is, booster 3 week later, then administered yearly

    • Oral Bordetella Vaccine - administered around 8 weeks of age, then given yearly

    • Optional vaccines based on life style - Lyme & Canine Influenza

    • Heartworm testing is not initially completed until 8 months to 1 year old

    • Intestinal parasite fecal testing - minimum of 2 negative fecal samples 3 weeks apart during puppy visits

    • Dispensing of monthly heartworm, flea, tick & intestinal parasite preventions

    Cat vaccinations & Wellness

    • Rabies Vaccine

      By state law, your pet must receive a rabies vaccine at 16 weeks of age, again 1 year later, & then every 3 years for life

    • FVRCP Vaccine - Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia administered every 3 weeks starting at 6-8 weeks until 16+ weeks old, again at 1 year & then every 3 years.

    • FELV Vaccine - Feline Leukemia - after testing a small blood sample to make sure your kitten is FELV negative at 12 weeks of age, the vaccination can be started at 12 weeks old, booster 3 week later, then administered yearly

    • Intestinal parasite fecal exam - minimum of 2 negative fecal samples 3 weeks apart during kitten visits

    • Dispensing of preventative heartworm, flea, tick & intestinal parasite products

  • Annual wellness exams monitor your pets overall health, catch potential health problems early & ensures your pet is receiving necessary preventative care such as parasite screening & vaccinations, as well as yearly routine blood work.

    Dr. Walsh will complete a thorough physical examination & discuss your pet's diet, exercise, current medications & overall health. Wellness exams also help identify potential health problems early on when they are often easier to treat & manage. They also allow us to monitor pet’s with chronic conditions & ensure that long term treatment plans & medications are still effective for your pet. As pets get older it may even be beneficial to have your vet complete a wellness check bi-annually (every 6 months).

    Once the Dr. Walsh has examined your pet preventative care options are thoroughly discussed during your visit to determine the most appropriate vaccinations & diagnostics for your pet. We take into consideration their age, health history, lifestyle, and local risk factors. 

    The following preventative care schedule is typically recommended once your pet has completed their initial vaccine series as a puppy/kitten or as a newly rescued adult with no prior vaccination history.
    Dog Vaccinations & Wellness

    • Rabies Vaccine

      By state law, your pet must receive a rabies vaccine every 3 years

    • DA2PP Vaccine -Distemper, adenovirus, parvo & parainfluenza vaccination every 3 years

    • Leptosporisis Vaccine - yearly

    • Oral Bordetella Vaccine- yearly

    • Optional vaccines based on life style - Lyme & Canine Influenza

    • Heartworm testing - yearly

    • Intestinal parasite fecal exam - yearly

    • Adult or Senior blood work & urinalysis - recommended yearly

    • Dispensing of preventative heartworm, flea, tick & intestinal parasite products

    Cat vaccinations & Wellness

    • Rabies Vaccine

      By state law, your pet must receive a rabies vaccine every 3 years

    • FVRCP Vaccine - Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calicivirus, Panleukopenia every 3 years

    • FELV Vaccine - Feline Leukemia - yearly

    • Intestinal parasite fecal exam - yearly

    • Adult or Senior blood work & urinalysis

    • Heartworm, FELV & FIV Testing - yearly, based on life style & exposure

    • Dispensing of preventative heartworm, flea, tick & intestinal parasite products

  • Some of the following are common health issues we routinely see patients for:

    Allergic skin disease & skin infections

    Ear infections

    Eye infections & ocular disease

    Upper respiratory infections

    Gastrointestinal upset

    Lameness

    Urinary tract infections

    Weight management

    Arthritis & pain management

    Endocrinopathies such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Cushings disease

    Palliative/End of life care

  • Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medical practice that involves inserting thin needles into specific locations or points on the body to stimulate & restore the flow of qi, or life energy. It's most commonly used for pain relief, but can be used to help many different conditions & may be part of a broader approach to health & wellness. A more scientific explanation is the insertion of needles stimulates the bodies nerves, muscles, chemical pathways & improves blood flow, which triggers the body to heal itself. Acupuncture offers a safe & complimentary therapy to western medicine. Other acupuncture techniques include electroacupuncture, acupuncture, acupressure, moxibustion, gua-sha & Tun-nai.

    • Electroacupuncture is a form of acupuncture that uses electrical stimulation applied to the needles to enhance pain relief & other therapeutic effects of acupuncture.

    • Aquapuncture is a modified technique of acupuncture, where liquid, typically vitamin B 12 & saline, is injected into a acupoint. This technique is used to stimulate acupoints for a longer duration than a needle.

    • Acupresure is when digital pressuring is applied to an acupoint as a means to stimulate the point.

    • Moxibustion is traditionally Chinese technique of burning a dried herb (typically mugwort) over a acupoint order to stimulate the point. Moxa has many health benefits including improved circulation.

    • Gua-sha is a traditional Chinese technique where a smooth-edged tool is used to scrape the skin in-order to promote circulation, reduce pain & improve health.

    • Tu-nai is a Chinese massage technique that uses pressing, rubbing, kneading, & stretching to help restore balance and energy flow within the body.

  • Traditional veterinary Chinese herbal medicine uses plants, food, & other supplementation to restore balance & address imbalances in an animal's system. TCVM herbal medicine focuses on identifying & treating underlying patterns of imbalance rather than just symptoms. Chinese herbal formulas are often administered in combination with Western medicine & complement conventional treatments.

    While many herbal formulas are typically safe, some can have side effects or interact with medications. It is important to consult with your veterinarian about your pet’s health before starting an herbal remedy. Dr. Walsh uses one reputable herb formulas with ethical sourced ingredients that follow strict guidelines & quality control for manufacturing their products.

  • Veterinary medical manipulation (VMM), often referred to as animal chiropractic, is a manual therapy used to assess & treat joint restrictions which can have deleterious effects a pet’s musculoskeletal, nervous & immune systems. During a VMM evaluation, Dr. Walsh starts with a detailed conversation of the pets healthy & thoroughly examines the pets stance & gait. The pet is then palpated using a technique called motion palpation, which helps identify restrictions within the skeletal system. A controlled adjustments is then applied to the restricted joint to correct the restricted movement. Correcting restrictions restores the normal range of motion, improves circulation, nerve function, & immune system performance.

  • Laser therapy is the application of specific light frequencies & spectrums to tissue, which then promotes healing. Light therapy works through a process called photobiomodulation where photons from red, blue and/or infrared light are used to stimulate cellular activity. These photons are absorbed by molecules in the cells, particularly mitochondria, leading to increased energy production (ATP), which improves cell signaling, blood flow to the area & reduces oxidative stress.

    Laser therpay has been shown to have various therapeutic benefits, including pain relief, reduced inflammation, faster wound healing, antimicrobial activity & improved tissue regeneration. 

    Photobiomodulation can be delivered using various light sources, including LEDs & Class 3 or Class 4 lasers . The type of light source & the specific wavelengths used are determined by treatment's goal & application locations. 

    Laser therapy is generally considered safe, especially when performed by qualified professionals using the right laser for the individual's condition. Class 4 lasers require eye protection when being used.

  • Targeted Pulsed Electromagnetic Field therapy (tPEMF) is a non-invasive treatment that uses low-level electromagnetic fields to stimulate cellular repair & reduce inflammation. It works by delivering gentle pulses of energy to tissues, which can help activate the body's natural anti-inflammatory response & speed up the healing process. 

    tPEMF therapy can help with pain reduction, inflammation reduction, stress reduction, & improvement in circulation, energy, & range of motion. It can be used for conditions like post-operative pain, arthritis, tendon/ligament damage, soft tissue trauma, bone union/growth, IVDD, wound management &  anxiety.

    tPEMF is generally considered safe for most patients, including pregnant & senior pets. 

    Some examples of tPEMF devices in veterinary medicine include the Assisi LOOP, LOOP Lounge, DentaLOOP, Calmer Canine,  EquiLOOP & MAGNA Wave.


  • Veterinary rehabilitation therapy uses therapeutic exercises, massage, heat, cold, TENS, ultrasound, laser, hydrotherapy) to improve a pet's mobility and reduce pain.

  • Traveling with your pet out of country typically requires very specific time sensitive health examination, microchip requirements, vaccinations (& even possibly vaccination titer blood tests) & preventative care to be completed and/or verified by a USDA accredited veterinarian & subsequently endorsement by the USDA. Each country has differing requirements for pet travel & some countries even require planning up & executing requirements 6 months - 1 year in advanced of travel.

    Dr. Walsh is a USDA accredited vet than can help assist you with getting your feline & canine family member’s specific travel requirements completed. She encourages owners to visit the USDA Pet travel website before making a pet travel consultation visit, so that they can also understand the requirements in-order to assist pet travel to their destination without upsetting travel plans. Here is the link for the USDA Pet Travel Site: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel

    The United States now requires pet owners bringing their pets back into the country to completed a CDC Pet Import Form. Information & necessary CDC Import Form can be found at the following website: https://www.cdc.gov/importation/dogs/dog-import-form-instructions.html

  • End-of-life care for animals, also known as veterinary hospice or palliative care, focuses on providing comfort & quality of life for terminally ill or senior pets until they die naturally or euthanasia is chosen. Providing care in the pet's familiar environment, can be less stressful for the pet. End-of-life care also provides support for the pet owner, helping them navigate difficult decisions & cope with the passing of a pet. 

    The decision for euthanasia is often considered when an animal's quality of life significantly declines due to age, illness, or injury, & when there is no reasonable expectation of improvement.

    In-home pet euthanasia offers several benefits, including reducing stress for the pet by allowing them to pass in a familiar & comfortable environment. It also provides owners with more privacy & control during a difficult time, as well as the opportunity to create a meaningful & personalized goodbye. Additionally, in-home euthanasia eliminates the need for transportation of the pet, which minimizing stress for pets who may be uncomfortable or have mobility issues. While we believe in-home euthanasia is a peaceful way for our loved furry family to cross the rainbow bridge, there are certain situations that arise, such an acute medical crisis, where a planned in-home euthanasia is not a timely enough option to relieve suffering & a dying pet should be seen in a traditional setting.

    For pets we can accommodate an in-home euthanasia option, we offer transport of the pet’s remains to a local, trusted, family owned crematorium. The pet owner is able to select from a variety of cremation options & memorable keepsakes to honor their beloved pet.