The Exam Room is where the veterinarian gets a chance to become acquainted with you and your pet and is able to see how you interact with that special friend in your life. This is where the physical exam and close  inspections of your pet take place it is a good place   for you to ask questions (even those that seem to be silly, see FAQs) about general pet care. Take the time to point out to the doctor any problems you think your dog or cat may be having. Since most veterinarians don't work for free, be sure to ask for an estimate of costs for any procedures or medications that you are considering.  Nobody likes a surprise when it comes time to paying the bill so don't ever be timid about asking about the prices!  By the way, if your pet needs food, toys or other high quality pet products at good prices, click on the banner below for ordering and shipping directly to your door or office.

Diarrhea in dogs and cats seems to be a topic of interest to pet owners due to the frequency of episodes of gastrointestinal upsets that occur.  Some dogs will eat almost anything!  Ingestion of foreign substances, such as grass, can trigger stomach and intestinal irritation and diarrhea... but there are other causes, too. Take a look at this recently added topic here.
 
Normal Values... once we know the normal values of dog and cat health parameters, we can more easily determine when something is abnormal.  The Exam  Room... this is where the majority of activity in any animal hospital takes place (other than the Break Room!).  Many pet dogs and cats pass through the exam room daily for their annual physical exams, possible vaccinations, examination for routine aliments such as fleas, cuts and sprains, ear infections, lameness problems and digestive upsets.

VACCINATION REACTION!  See movies of a real vaccine reaction and how the dog was treated.

The Physical Exam...What to expect
Annual physical examinations play an important role in preserving your pet's state of health.  We will show you what should be checked and why.  One vital aspect of every physical exam should be questions about your pet's diet.  If your veterinarian happens to forget to ask, then you should bring the topic up. Be sure to mention any health or behavior questions you have about your dog or cat. OK... Now open your mouth wide, stick out your tongue, and say "Aaahhhhhhhh..."