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  • Canine Pre-Surgical Consent

  • Your pet has been scheduled for an upcoming surgical procedure,so we have gathered some information to help make your pets procedure as easy and stress-free as possible. Please be sure to read the following thoroughly. If you have any questions, please call, text or email us.

    Drop off is between 8-8:30 am. Our surgery assistants will be outside awaiting your arrival. Please allow 15-20 minutes for the check in process to be completed.  Please withhold food and water after 11:59 pm the night prior.

    Upon arrival to the clinic, the assistant will review your pets' procedures. If you have any questions, or need to make any changes, please do so now. 

    If any questions or concerns arise, the doctor or assistant may need to contact you. Please be prepared to answer your phone while your pet is in our care.You are welcomed to check on your pets’ status at any time. 

     **Please withhold food and water the evening prior to the procedure**

     

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  • Preventative Care

  • If your pet is already a patient at our office, you can access his/her vaccine record 24/7 by downloading our new app, Pet Desk, to your phone now. You can also send us a message, request appointments and refill a prescription. You can even set reminders to give medications and take daily walks!!

    Download the PetDesk App

     

    If you or your pet will be meeting us for the first time, please supply his/her previous records prior to your arrival. Records can be sent to acountryvetrecords@gmail.com. You can also text a photo or screenshot of legible records to 910-399-2934

  • Core Vaccines/Testing

    These are consider vital to every pets health, regardless of lifestyle, age or breed

  • Rabies Vaccine ($14)

    All patients 16 weeks or older MUST have an up-to-date Rabies vaccine as required by state law. If your pet does not have a current Rabies vaccine, one will be given in the office. *Rabies should be given at 16 weeks old, then every 3 years for life.

  • DA2PPV Combination Vaccine ($26)

    *Distemper- An infection with this virus is serious, with a death rate near 50% in untreated dogs. The virus attacks the respiratory, digestive, and brain/nervous system of dogs. *Parvovirus- An infection with this virus is highly contagious and serious, with a death rate near 90% in untreated dogs. The virus attacks the digestive and immune systems of unvaccinated dogs, causing debilitating vomiting and diarrhea *Adenovirus- Adenovirus is related to the hepatitis virus. .Adenoviruses are spread directly from dog to dog through infected respiratory secretions or by contact with contaminated feces or urine. *Parainfluenza- Canine Parainfluenza virus is a highly contagious respiratory virus and is one of the most common pathogens of infectious Tracheobronchitis, also known as canine cough. It is excreted from the respiratory tract of infected animals for up to 2 weeks after infection and is usually transmitted through the air. The virus spreads rapidly in kennels or shelters where large numbers of dogs are kept together. *DA2PPV should be given at 8,12, and 16 weeks of age, then annually.*

  • Heartworm Test ($25) OR Heartworm/Tick-borne Combo Test ($35)

    *Heartworm disease is a preventable, but serious and potentially fatal, parasite that can only be transmitted from animal to animal by mosquitoes. All dogs, regardless of age, sex, or living environment, are susceptible to heartworm infection. Because heartworms are spread by mosquitoes, any pet exposed to even one mosquito should be tested annually. This includes pets that only go outside occasionally. Heartworm disease is VERY common in North Carolina. *Tick-borne disease is a growing threat to both canine and human health. Ticks are parasites that attach themselves to animals and people, feed on blood, and transmit diseases directly into the host’s system. The disease occurs when an infected tick bites a dog or a human and transmits the disease into the victim’s body.The most important tick-borne diseases that affect dogs are Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, Anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Babesiosis, Bartonellosis, and Hepatozoonosis. All can have serious health consequences for dogs and many can have serious health consequences for people as well. *Heartworm testing begins at 7 months of age, repeated in 6 months, then annually if on continuous preventative.

  • Fecal Parasite Testing ($20)

    Fecal examinations are primarily performed to detect microscopic gastrointestinal parasites, such as roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, Coccidia and tapeworms.

  • Lifestyle Based Vaccines

  • Please review and select from the following lifestyle based vaccines.

    *Depending on breed, age and size we may recommend spreading vaccines out over time*

    ACV staff can assist with creating a vaccine schedule for your pet.

  • Bordetella Oral Vaccine ($26)

    Bordetella is a bacteria that causes respiratory disease in dogs. AKA kennel cough. It is highly contagious and easily spread through direct contact or the air. The vaccine is recommended for dogs whose lifestyle places them at greater risk of contracting the disease. This includes dogs that are boarded or visit a groomer, dog park, trainer, pet store, etc.. *Given annually as early as 10 weeks of age*

  • Leptosporosis Vaccine ($15)

    Leptosporosis is a bacterial disease that affects humans and animals. Pets most at risk for contracting Lepto are those having access to wildlife and standing water. Without treatment, Lepto can lead to kidney damage, meningitis, liver failure, respiratory distress and even death. The risk of Lepto is quickly increasing in Wilmington due to city wide floods due to hurricanes, and ever-growing construction and removal of wildlife from their homes. *Can be given as early as 8 weeks of age. Should booster in 30 days, then annually.*

  • Lyme Vaccine ($29)

    Lyme is the most common disease transmitted by tick bites. Symptoms include lameness, joint swelling, lack of appetite, and possible kidney damage. *Can be given as early as 12 weeks of age. Should booster in 30 days, then annually.*
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  • Unless told otherwise, please arrive for discharge between 4:30PM-5:00PM. Our office is open until 5:30PM for your convenience. In the event of an after hours emergency, please contact the Animal Emergency and Trauma Hospital at 910-791-7387.

    We hope surgery day will be a pleasant experience for you and your pet. Our team knows that anesthetic procedures can be an anxious time. We are always available to answer any and all questions concerning your pets' upcoming visit.

     

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