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Anchor Animal Hospital

Ancor's mission is to provide high quality medicine, surgery, and preventative veterinary care to the South Coast of Massachusetts and the eastern shore of Rhode Island. We strive to bring the latest technology and techniques in a friendly, personal atmosphere.

Anchor Animal Hospital has been an accredited member of the American Animal Hospital Association since 1980. To achieve this we have regular reviews and inspections to make sure that we meet high standards and keep abreast with the latest technology and techniques.

Anchor Animal Hospital was one of the first veterinary hospitals in the South Coast of Massachusetts to bring ultrasound into veterinary practice. For 15 - 20 years we have been performing both abdominal ultrasound and echocardiograms (ultrasound of the heart). We now are offering referral ultrasounds to other local veterinary hospitals to help them take advantage of this very useful diagnostic tool.

Anchor Animal Hospital has rapidly grown into a 5 doctor practice. We have continued to add new equipment and technology for over 30 years and strive to bring the best care possible to the South Coast.

Anchor Animal Hospital is located at:

Anchor Animal Hospital
750 State Rd
Dartmouth, MA 02747

Phone: 508-996-3731
Web: http://www.anchoranimalhospital.com


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How to feed both dry and moist foods

Do you supplement your pet’s recommended dry food with moist grocery store food? You are not alone. But many pet owners don’t realize that supplementation of a veterinarian-recommended food is usually unnecessary and may even decrease its effectiveness. There are ways, however, to provide variety for your pet without compromising dietary goals.

Feline Blood Pressure

As techniques to measure blood pressure in pets have become available, veterinarians have found that cats can suffer from high blood pressure (hypertension). Chronic long-standing hypertension can cause serious and even life threatening problems. Complications of hypertension can include loss of sight, heart disease, kidney disease, seizures, disorientation, and strokes. Fortunately in cats hypertension usually responds to treatment.

Wild Rabbits (What to do if you find a baby rabbit)

If the baby bunny is not injured it should be returned to the nest site and left there. The mother rabbit only comes to check on the babies once a day, usually at night or in the early morning. You can use flour around the nest to see if the mother has returned overnight.

The Danger In Feeding Bones

As veterinarians we know that bones can be dangerous for both dogs and cats, and we recommend to not feed bones to your pets. We have seen catastrophic results due to ingestion of bones. Recently the FDA released a paper on this subject and we wish to pass it along to you. All 10 points listed in the paper have been seen at Anchor Animal Hospital.

Lost Pet? -- General Pet Search Tips

Start foot search immediately. The sooner you start searching, less distance your pet will have traveled. Thoroughly search the surrounding property and continue in the direction that your pet was last seen heading. Go door-to-door, starting close by initially, moving further out later.

Variations In Pet Food

“Diet” Pet Foods - A new study from Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine found a significant variation in both calorie density and suggested consumption in “low-calorie” dog and cat foods.

Are You Pregnant?

A message from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health - Toxoplasmosis - Pregnant women should be aware of a disease called toxoplasmosis. When acquired during pregnancy, it can cause birth defects, spontaneous abortion, or stillbirth.

Parasites: Protect Yourself and Your Family

Our pets can at times have parasites which may infect humans. Human exposure occurs when children eat soil or put contaminated hands in their mouths. Likewise adults may be infected if they eat using unwashed hands which have been exposed to parasites.

Here are some tips to help prevent infection of you and your family.

Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth

Keeping your pet's teeth healthy is important as they use their mouths for many things: eating, playing, fetching, grooming! Nobody likes the smell of “dog breath” which is caused by the accumulation of bacteria in the mouth in the form of tartar. Establishing a dental plan for your pet is best started when they are a puppy or kitten but even older dogs and cats can be taught these “new tricks.”

Raw Food Diet

The following was excerpted from an article published in the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association Newsletter earlier this year.

In recent years, raw food diets have become popular among certain pet owners. Many veterinarians believe that raw diets are not only inferior but can also be dangerous for our pets.

Pet Health Diary

You can assist your veterinarian in the care of your pet by keeping a pet health diary. Your diary doesn’t have to include the typical day. Diaries are important when you detect health or behavioral changes or when you suspect that your pet is ill.

Cats & Heart Disease

Cats like dogs and humans can suffer from heart disease. It’s interesting to note that each of these species is prone to a different form of heart disease. Humans are most likely to have coronary artery disease which may cause heart attacks. Dogs most commonly have valvular disease in which one or more of the valves in the heart leaks and allows blood to flow in the wrong direction.

The most commonly diagnosed heart disease in cats is cardiomyopathy or disease of the heart muscle rather than valvular or coronary disease. Although each species has its predominant form of heart problems any of these heart problems can occur in man, dogs, or cats.

Dealing with skunk odor

If your pet goes outdoors, the day may come when he or she has been sprayed by a skunk. How are you going to deal with this?

Heartworm and cats

For years the veterinary profession has recognized the threat of canine heartworm infection and promoted monthly prophylactic medication to protect dogs from this parasite. Over those years, we erroneously believed that cats were at minimal or no risk.

What your vets have been up to…

The doctors at Anchor Animal Hospital frequently attend national conferences to learn the most up to date medical information and bring the latest medical and surgical techniques back to Anchor Animal Hospital. Drs. Katherine and Gerald Pietsch attended the Annual Penn Conference presented by the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. The conference was held in Philadelphia, Pa. on March 12 &13, 2009.

Rabbit Nutrition

Rabbits are friendly, interactive pets that can be a member of you family for 8 to 12 years if provided proper nutrition and husbandry. Here are some guidelines and hints to help keep your bunny healthy.

Degenerative myelopathy

Research at the Broad Institute of Harvard University and the University of Missouri’s College of Veterinary Medicine has demonstrated a genetic link between degenerative myelopathy, DM, (degeneration of nerves) in dogs and Lou Gehrig’s disease in humans.

Continuing Education Updates - Dentistry

On Tuesday, November 18, we closed our door for the afternoon to present a lecture and wet lab for our technicians and doctors. Dr. Paul Mitchell, a boarded veterinary specialist in dentistry (AVCD), came to discuss the importance of dental health and recent advances in veterinary dentistry. Dr. Mitchell did a 3 year dental residency in Dallas, Texas, and has spoken national and internationally on veterinary dentistry. He is the author of Small Animal Dentistry.

Caring for Your Older Dog

Dogs age in a very similar way to humans, except that it happens faster. As they get older they begin to slow down, develop arthritis, have problems with vision or hearing, develop dental problems, may develop diseases such as diabetes or Cushing’s disease, develop liver or kidney problems, or even develop cancer. The best prevention of problems in older dogs is early detection.

Anchor Animal Hospital Issues a Cold Weather Caution

Winter is here and with it comes the cold weather. While dogs and cats have fur coats that help provide protection from the elements, they are not immune to cold weather. The ability to tolerate cold weather depends on a number of factors including size, thickness of coat, age, general health, cold weather acclimation, and access to shelter.

National Pet Dental Health Month - Discounted Dental Procedures at Anchor Animal Hospital

Did you know that dental disease is the most frequently diagnosed health problem in pets? Dental disease can cause significant problems for our dog and cat friends, particularly as they get older. Fortunately, veterinary dental techniques have been developed to prevent, minimize, or treat the damage caused by dental disease.

Shop Online at AnchorAnimalHospital.com

Anchor Animal Hospital is proud to announce the launch of our pharmacy service online. Working with our trusted suppliers we now offer an online pharmacy providing many of the medications and diets available at the hospital. In addition, a number of items that we do not currently stock are available as well. Available products include heartworm preventatives, flea and tick products, pain medications, prescription diets, and much more.

Antifreeze: A Deadly Poison to Our Pets

Fall is a busy time of year for everyone. You’re getting kids back to school, trying to finish those summer projects, and getting the car ready for winter. This time of year we get concerned about one of the most serious poisonings that we see in dogs and cats….ANTIFREEZE.

Accreditation Matters: Healthier Practices, Healthier Pets

In the United States, all hospitals that serve people must be accredited, that is, they must undergo regular reviews and quality checks to ensure they meet standards of quality for every aspect of medical care.

You might be surprised to learn that the same is not true for veterinary hospitals. When it comes to pet health care, accreditation is voluntary. In fact, only about 15% of veterinary hospitals (also called clinics or practices) are accredited.

Are You Making The Best Decisions For Your Bird’s Health?

Many bird owners, in an attempt to give their bird the best possible diet, cage, and care, turn to a variety of books, pet store employees, or friends for advice. Often people take home mite protectors for parasite protection, cuttlebones for calcium supplements, seed mixes supplemented with millet sprays as treats, and sandpaper covered perches to help keep the nails short. Unfortunately, a lot of this information is outdated, and some of it is even dangerous.

Pet Travel Check List

With the holidays just around the corner we know that many people will be travelling with their pets. We want to help everyone be prepared for their trip so that both owner and pet make it to their destination happy and safe.

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