It is very common for pet owners to ask similar questions regarding their pets and our clinic. We thought it would be helpful to provide you with some of our most frequently asked questions and the answers we provide our clients. If a question you have doesn’t appear below, please call us and we will be glad to help you out.
I would like to bring my pets to your clinic, but how do I get my records from my previous veterinarian?
We can obtain records from most veterinarians with just a simple phone call requesting records be faxed. Some veterinarians require written consent to transfer records, others require payment for each photocopied page and request that the records be picked up. Please call our office and request that your records be transferred and we will assist you. If you have a copy of when your pet’s vaccinations are due and your pet has no other health issues, we should not need a copy of your records. Or if you would like to have them sent to us, our fax number is 401.333.3596 or they can be emailed to ccvcreceptionist@yahoo.com.
Do you offer discounts for bringing multiple pets to your clinic?
Yes, we do. You must bring 3 or more pets here to the clinic, and we have to see them all before we can apply the discount.
Do you offer a Senior Citizen Discount?
Yes, our Senior Citizen Discount applies to all pet owners over the age of 62 and is applicable to all professional services provided.
I do not have the capability to bring my pet to your clinic, do you make house calls?
Unfortunately we do not have the ability to make house calls. If you find that you need someone to come to your house, please give us a call and we can give you some contact information for veterinarians that do.
Do I need an appointment for the doctor to see my pet?
Yes, in order to keep our doctors on schedule and to ensure your pet will be seen by the veterinarian, you must call our office to set up an appointment. We do take emergencies throughout the day, so please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need your pet seen on short notice. Our office hours are from 8:00am – 11pm Monday – Friday and from 8:00am – 4pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Why do you need a fecal sample if I can’t see any worms?
When we perform a fecal analysis the sample is examined under the microscope. Not all adult worms shed segments that are visible to the naked eye. With the use of the microscope we are able to determine if parasites are present by the presence of eggs.
We would like to board our pets while we go away, do you have any recommendations?
We do have some staff that will come to your house and house sit your pets. We also have some recommendations for boarding facilities:
Alpha Dog Center - http://alphadogcenter.com/index.html
Bow Chica Wow Town - http://bowchikawowtown.com/
Live Bark Love Pet Services - https://www.facebook.com/LiveBarkLovepetservices/info/?ref=page_internal
We would like to train our dog, do you have any recommendations on trainers / classes?
Alpha Dog Center - http://alphadogcenter.com/index.html
Oh My Dog - http://ohmydogri.com/.
How long is a dog or cat in Heat?
A dog’s heat cycle can last about 21 days. A cat, however, is completely different from a dog. They go in and out of heat all year round until they are either bred or spayed. If you do not intend to breed your pet, it is best to spay your pet to help avoid the risk of developing mammary cancer.
How long does pregnancy last in a dog or cat?
A dog is pregnant for about 63 days and a cat for 61 days.
Can my female dog or cat be spayed while she is in heat or while she is pregnant?
It is better to wait until your pet has gone through her heat cycle before she is spayed. The blood vessels that lead to the ovaries and uterus are inflamed during her heat cycle and this puts your pet at more of a risk during surgery. A female may be spayed if she is in the early stages of pregnancy, but it is also more of a risk to the animal and you should discuss this with our veterinarian before making an appointment to have your pet spayed.
I would like to bring my pets to your clinic, but how do I get my records from my previous veterinarian?
We can obtain records from most veterinarians with just a simple phone call requesting records be faxed. Some veterinarians require written consent to transfer records, others require payment for each photocopied page and request that the records be picked up. Please call our office and request that your records be transferred and we will assist you. If you have a copy of when your pet’s vaccinations are due and your pet has no other health issues, we should not need a copy of your records. Or if you would like to have them sent to us, our fax number is 401.333.3596 or they can be emailed to ccvcreceptionist@yahoo.com.
Do you offer discounts for bringing multiple pets to your clinic?
Yes, we do. You must bring 3 or more pets here to the clinic, and we have to see them all before we can apply the discount.
Do you offer a Senior Citizen Discount?
Yes, our Senior Citizen Discount applies to all pet owners over the age of 62 and is applicable to all professional services provided.
I do not have the capability to bring my pet to your clinic, do you make house calls?
Unfortunately we do not have the ability to make house calls. If you find that you need someone to come to your house, please give us a call and we can give you some contact information for veterinarians that do.
Do I need an appointment for the doctor to see my pet?
Yes, in order to keep our doctors on schedule and to ensure your pet will be seen by the veterinarian, you must call our office to set up an appointment. We do take emergencies throughout the day, so please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need your pet seen on short notice. Our office hours are from 8:00am – 11pm Monday – Friday and from 8:00am – 4pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Why do you need a fecal sample if I can’t see any worms?
When we perform a fecal analysis the sample is examined under the microscope. Not all adult worms shed segments that are visible to the naked eye. With the use of the microscope we are able to determine if parasites are present by the presence of eggs.
We would like to board our pets while we go away, do you have any recommendations?
We do have some staff that will come to your house and house sit your pets. We also have some recommendations for boarding facilities:
Alpha Dog Center - http://alphadogcenter.com/index.html
Bow Chica Wow Town - http://bowchikawowtown.com/
Live Bark Love Pet Services - https://www.facebook.com/LiveBarkLovepetservices/info/?ref=page_internal
We would like to train our dog, do you have any recommendations on trainers / classes?
Alpha Dog Center - http://alphadogcenter.com/index.html
Oh My Dog - http://ohmydogri.com/.
How long is a dog or cat in Heat?
A dog’s heat cycle can last about 21 days. A cat, however, is completely different from a dog. They go in and out of heat all year round until they are either bred or spayed. If you do not intend to breed your pet, it is best to spay your pet to help avoid the risk of developing mammary cancer.
How long does pregnancy last in a dog or cat?
A dog is pregnant for about 63 days and a cat for 61 days.
Can my female dog or cat be spayed while she is in heat or while she is pregnant?
It is better to wait until your pet has gone through her heat cycle before she is spayed. The blood vessels that lead to the ovaries and uterus are inflamed during her heat cycle and this puts your pet at more of a risk during surgery. A female may be spayed if she is in the early stages of pregnancy, but it is also more of a risk to the animal and you should discuss this with our veterinarian before making an appointment to have your pet spayed.