- Dental CareBy 3 to 5 years of age, the majority of cats and dogs have mild to moderate dental disease and would benefit from dental care. We recommend a comprehensive dental exam and appropriate treatment. Dental hygiene can reduce bad breath, promote better overall health, decrease pain and help our beloved pets live longer.
- VaccinationIf you cannot provide proof of vaccinations prior to or at time of stay, your pet will not be able to board at the resort. You can view the vaccine requirements here.
- Veterinary OphthalmologyVeterinarian Dr. John Reynolds operates on Nala, a year-old boerboel, at Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital last week. Nala, who is up for adoption with the Berkshire Humane Society in Pittsfield, had glaucoma in her right eye, and needed to have the eye removed.
- Comprehensive ExaminationAnnual exams are currently booking 4-6 weeks in advance right now due to the extreme high volume. We apologize for the unusual delay and thank you for your understanding.
- Parasites Treatment and ControlAn exam is then set up to complete required vaccinations or deworming depending on the destination. There is an additional cost for these requirements that are mandated by the country you are travelling to and through. Average cost $60-$300 or more depending on the country’s requirements.
- Behavioral Disorder TreatmentFeline distemper vaccine - this is also a composite, containing mostly upper respiratory diseases (Panleukopenia, Feline Viral Rhinotracheitis, Calici Pneumonitis) since that is what cats are most susceptible to.
- Pain ManagementYour pet may be groggy for the first night, but most pets feel back to normal by the next day. We will send you home with a few days of pain medication. It is important that your pet does not lick at his or her incision, which means that some pets may need to wear an E-collar (cone). There should be no running, rough-housing, or off-leash play until the body is fully healed, which takes 10-14 days. If necessary, we can provide a mild sedative to help with rambunctious patients! We will ask you to look at the incision daily to make sure it is healing appropriately. If you ever have any questions or concerns, we will chat with you on the phone and/or schedule a recheck exam at no charge.
- Skin Condition and Allergy Treatment
- Leptospirosis TreatmentCanine distemper vaccine - this is really a composite of several diseases. Depending on the combination your vet uses, it may include some or all of the following: distemper, Canine Hepatitis, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, Parvovirus, and Coronavirus.
- Parvovirus Infection Treatment
- Bacterial and Viral Infection TreatmentCanine Influenza Vaccine must be current. Canine influenza is a highly contagious viral infection affecting dogs and cats. Pittsfield Veterinary Hospital is using the bivalent vaccine for dogs because it is the most protective type, protecting against both strains, H3N8 and H3N2.
- Anal Gland Infection Treatment
- Diabetes Treatment
- Heart Disease TreatmentTest we can watch and measure the moving heart. This modality allows us to diagnose and track a variety of heart conditions. The images that we take at our hospital along with chest X-rays, blood pressure measurements and an EKG are digitally sent to a
- Kidney Disease Treatment
- Periodontal Disease TreatmentDental and periodontal disease can only be effectively addressed while the pet is fully anesthetized. The assessment includes full mouth X-Rays to evaluate the teeth below the gum line. This is where dental disease such as infection, fractures and root abscesses can be found. Professional cleaning includes hand scaling, scraping, and polishing to remove visible tartar and leave the teeth looking clean. Treatment of damage and infection may include oral surgery and repair.
- Wound and Fracture Care
- Dental SurgeryAfter the dental procedure your pet will go home in the afternoon and may seem a little sleepy or sore for the next 12 to 24 hours. If oral surgery was performed, the gums will take about two weeks to heal. During the recovery period it is imperative that the animal is not allowed to chew on bones or toys and is fed a soft food to prevent any complications. At the recheck exam we will discuss options to maintain dental health and preventative care.
- Veterinary SurgeryDr. Watson loves being a general practitioner because the wide variety of patients and medical concerns makes every day unique. She enjoys getting to know clients and working with them to meet their individual needs and the needs of their animal companions. She has special interests in wellness/preventative care, soft tissue surgery, ultrasonography, and dermatology. Dr. Watson is deeply grateful to be working with a “dream team” of friendly, brilliant, funny, and collaborative coworkers at PVH!
- Spaying and NeuteringThere are many health benefits to spaying and neutering, and these surgeries are also crucial for decreasing the number of unwanted and stray animals in our community. We recommend spaying or neutering for almost every pet, though the age at which we recommend surgery varies based on size, breed, and other factors. We are always happy to discuss specific recommendations for YOUR pet.
- Laboratory ServicesA dental estimate which includes preoperative blood work as well as the dental treatment will be provided to the client before the procedure.
- X-RayPittsfield Veterinary Hospital offers a variety of imaging modalities including digital radiography, ultrasound and echocardiography. These tools allow us to look at the internal organs (heart, lungs, liver, gallbladder, spleen, kidneys, adrenal glands, pancreas, bladder and intestines) and body cavities in a variety of ways in order to diagnose disease and monitor health.
- Dental Radiology
- Microchipping
- BoardingWe offer our services for dogs, cats, ferrets, bunnies, birds and the occasional beta fish. Besides normal boarding services we also offer day boarding when space allows. Our vaccine requirements for canines include rabies, distemper, canine influenza, and bordetella, for felines: rabies and distemper. Proof of vaccination is required at time of check-in. Please click here to find out why we require these vaccines.
- Grooming3. Fast Check-In cannot be used if guest(s) are having any medical or grooming services done during the stay. Nail Trims do not count unless guest(s) need to be sedated.
- Small Animal VetDr. Ewald grew up along the Delaware River in Milford, Pennsylvania. She attended Manhattan College in New York City and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology. She went on to intern at the Bronx Zoo and a therapeutic riding center where she first observed the work of veterinarians. She realized her passion for the profession and split her time working as a technician for a small animal vet and an equine vet to gain experience.
- Equine Vet