Our team continues to be here for you and your cherished pets. We are OPEN and are now able to provide a wide range of services. To learn more about the changes we have implemented in response to COVID-19 and what to expect during your next visit, click here.

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What You Need to Know About Dilated Cardiomyopathy

There have been some recent reports noted throughout the past six months regarding diets and some potential concerns associated with some relatively rare diseases developing.

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Thanksgiving Dinner

We all sit down to enjoy our Thanksgiving dinners with family and friends. Fido and Muffin look up at us with those eyes.

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Catnip

What is catnip? Nepeta cataria also know as catnip-it is a plant that contains a strong mint scent oil. When crushed the scent is easily released into the air.

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Cats and Carriers

Have you ever thought of what type of cat carrier is best for your cat? Or, how to get your cat comfortable in the carrier so it he/she is easily transported? The following are tips on how to choose the appropriate cat carrier and how to make your cat comfortable with travel.

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Quick Guide to Canine and Feline Diabetes!

These past few weeks at Baxter we have seen a number of patients coming through, both canine and feline, with various combinations of clinical signs of increased thirst and urination, along with urinary tract infections and poorly healing wounds. All of which are common to a well-known human disease….. Diabetes!

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Vaccines and Why My Pet Should Get Them?

Whether it be humans or pets we all know that immunizing against diseases is the best tool for preventive medicine.

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Last updated: June 26, 2020

Dear Clients,

With recent changes to restrictions on businesses, we are pleased to advise that effective May 19, 2020 the restrictions on veterinary practices have been lifted. Based on these changes, below are some important updates to our operating policies.

1. WE CAN NOW SEE ALL CASES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

This includes vaccines, wellness exams, blood work, heartworm testing, spays and neuters, dental services, and more!

2. SAFETY MEASURES TO KEEP EVERYONE SAFE

Continue our "closed waiting room" policy to protect our clients and staff. If you are arriving for a booked appointment with a doctor, please call from your vehicle when you arrive. We are now allowing 1 family member per appointment into the exam room. You can choose to remain in your vehicle if that is your preference.
Only clients wearing masks will be allowed into the building.
Continue the use of credit cards as the preferred payment method.
Continue with curbside pickup of food and medication (unless you have used our online store and are having your order delivered directly to your home). To place an order through our online store, visit our website and click on "Online Store".

3. OPERATING HOURS

We are OPEN with the following hours:
Monday - Tuesday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

NEW PET OWNERS

Have you welcomed a new furry family member to your home? We’d love to meet them! Visit our Must Know New Pet Owner Information page for useful resources and helpful recommendations for new pet owners.

Thank you for your patience and understanding and we look forward to seeing you and your furry family members again!

- Your dedicated team at Baxter Animal Hospital