Frequently Asked Questions
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Here are some questions/answers that we are frequently asked. If you have additional questions that aren’t covered here, please feel free to give us a call at 703-956-6290.
What are the hospital hours?
Our hospital is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. We are closed on Sundays.
Do I need to have an appointment?
Yes, patients are seen by appointment and based on the doctors’ schedules.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept cash, check, MasterCard, Discover, and Visa.
Can I make payments?
Payment is required at the time of service.
At what age should I have my pet spayed or neutered?
Spaying or neutering can be done at approximately five to six months of age. Your pet is given an exam prior to surgery to help determine whether your pet is healthy enough to undergo the surgical procedure. Current vaccinations are required at the time of surgery. Also, a pre-anesthetic blood screen is recommended prior to undergoing anesthesia and surgery.
What is a pre-anesthetic blood screening?
This is a blood test that is run prior to surgery. It tests the organ functions, blood counts, and clotting function of your pet. The pre-anesthetic blood screening is done to assure safety during surgery and the ability to heal following surgery.
How long do the sutures stay in after my pet's surgery?
Procedures involving sutures require them to be removed in 14 days following the surgery.
Is it a good idea to let my pet have at least one litter?
No, there is no advantage to letting your pet have one litter. However, there are plenty of advantages to having your pet spayed or neutered. These advantages include:
- Decreasing the chances of breast tumors later in life
- Decreasing the chance of cystic ovaries and uterine infections later in life
- Decreasing the desire to roam the neighborhood
- Decreasing the incidence of prostate cancer later in life
- Helping prevent spraying and marking
- Decreasing the surplus of unwanted puppies and kittens
Do you board pets?
Yes, we provide boarding as a service to our clients. We have boarding spaces for both dogs and cats.
What are your kennels like?
Our dog kennels are all indoor. The dogs are walked three times daily while they are boarding. The cat boarders are housed in a separate area away from the dogs. Blankets and food are provided for our boarders, but you are always welcome to bring your own.