- Dental CareDental Disease - Why should I care about my pet's teeth? Dental disease is more than just bad breath. A diseased mouth actually has been proven to lead to disease elsewhere in the body. All foods have the ability to lead to tartar formation on the teeth. Tartar and calculus start at the gum line and as the process worsens the calculus progresses along the crown of the tooth and under the gum line and eventually down to the bone that encloses the tooth roots. This hard, brown, material is actually made up of a mixture of bacteria and minerals, which cannot be just brushed away. This process causes
- Vaccination
- Veterinary Ophthalmology- Vision loss can be the result of a defect anywhere along the vision pathway. Specifically, there can be a problem with the cornea, the lens, the retina, the optic nerve, or the brain. A really common ailment in older dogs is the aging of the lens where the lens becomes gray in appearance. This is called Lenticular Sclerosis or Nuclear Sclerosis and is NOT the same as a cataract. Lenticular Sclerosis is a graying of the lens and rarely affects vision. It is more like a person that has dust on their glasses - you can still easily see through them. A Cataract, on the other hand is an opacity in the lens that you cannot see through. Cataracts can be addressed with surgery by a veterinary ophthalmologist - Nuclear sclerosis does not need to be addressed.
- Behavioral CounselingFounded by Brian Kilcommons and Sharon Wilson, best-selling authors and recognized experts on animal training and behavior, this site is a terrific resource for advice on a variety of behavioral problems. If you want to learn more about feline housesoiling, barking dogs, aggression, or any other behavioral problem, check this one out!
- Nutritional CounselingContinuous inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract is called Inflammatory Bowel Disease. This inflammation may be from continuous irritation from certain foods, or even from a food allergy. Sometimes it is the dog's immune system that is over-reacting to normal bacteria or normal food elements! This inflammation may affect all areas of the GI system or be more prominent in one area of the GI system, leading to specific signs of either loose stools, weight loss from lack of proper absorption of nutrients, mucus production, bleeding, straining to defecate or a combination of symptoms.
- Comprehensive ExaminationJoin our team of happy faces and plan to enjoy your career as a veterinarian! We are looking for a new or recent graduate that would like to have a long term relationship with us. Be prepared to learn new skills and practice high quality medicine and surgery, while potentially expanding your areas of special interest. Our hospital stresses quality over quantity and consequently we have 30 minute appointment slots so that our doctors can take a thorough history, do a full physical examination, and then present a game plan for treatments. We have three other veterinarians on our professional staff and they are all prepared to offer guidance or second opinions on your cases. Your specific job duties will include...
- Parasites Treatment and ControlTicks are not just a nuisance - they readily spread diseases to our pets. In this area of the country we are seeing five different diseases spread by ticks: Lyme Disease, Ehrlichiosis, Anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and Babesiosis. Checking your pets for the presence of ticks is not an adequate form of tick control. Many of our pets develop a tick borne disease and their owners were not even aware of the presence of any ticks. Many people actually come down with Lyme Disease and do not even remember having any ticks on them! So, we must be proactive with tick control.
- Pain ManagementThis review speaks to the care I have received from Dr. Neuman and his office staff. Dr. Neuman is currently treating my four elderly cats. If you are looking for a professional and caring vet, he is both. His thorough explanations of all procedures is a welcome relief to any pet owner. There is never any push to do anything, but he presents the pros and cons. The emphasis on pain management after surgical procedures was extremely important to me. My cats were handled with respect and gentleness. I could always reach him for answers to my questions. Everyone I came in contact with was exceptional. What makes a difference in this office is sufficient staff handling the variety of jobs that need to be done so the customer does not feel left hanging or rushed. The vet techs were knowledgeable, and the front office runs with calm precision. Anyone who has ever visited a vet's office where it is a mad house will appreciate how this office runs. A small but important touch is cats and dogs have opposite sides in the waiting room. I also feel that if anyone has any problems with how their pet is handled or the treatment they receive, Dr. Neuman would want to know about it. His emphasis seems to be on care to your pet and YOU. I've been elsewhere, but as long as Dr. Neuman is practicing, he will be my choice.
- Vomiting Treatment
- Diarrhea Treatment
- Skin Condition and Allergy Treatment
- Upper Respiratory Illness TreatmentCanine influenza is a highly contagious respiratory disease with symptoms ranging from a soft, moist cough to severe pneumonia. It is important to understand that most dogs that become infected will have the mild form of the disease. The cough may be similar in sound to the typical “Kennel Cough” that we are all familiar with. In addition to the cough, many of the dogs will develop a thick nasal discharge, which is usually caused by invasion of secondary bacteria. If this bacterial invasion spreads to the lungs, then the dog may develop a high fever with full-blown signs of pneumonia.
- Parvovirus Infection TreatmentSudden onset diarrhea and vomiting may also be from a virus. The most notorious virus is Parvovirus. This virus is very contagious, especially to young dogs. Fortunately, the "Distemper" vaccine that your dog gets on a routine basis, includes Parvo as one of its components. So, most of our cases of Parvovirus occur in unvaccinated dogs.
- Ear Infection Treatment
- Arthritis Treatment
- Diabetes Treatment
- Thyroid Disease TreatmentHen vomiting becomes more frequent, we need to go hunting for the cause. Typical causes in our older patients would include blockages caused by a growth in the stomach or intestines, chronic liver or kidney disease, drugs that are irritating the stomach, an intolerance to food, or hyperthyroidism.
- Knee Problems Treatment
- Heart Disease TreatmentUly, 2018.... We recently sent out an email to all of our clients who have dogs as members of their families. The FDA has warned that there is probably a link between certain "boutique grain free dog foods" and the development of a potentially fatal heart disease known as Dilated Cardiomyopathy or DCM. This disease typically affects certain breeds (Dobermans, Boxers, and Great Danes) and is typically seen in middle age and older dogs. The local cardiology specialty group (Chesapeake Veterinary Cardiology Associates - CVCA) has seen a number of dogs that are suffering from this heart disease and they seem to be younger dogs and not the typical breeds. At present the thought is that these dogs are all eating "Grain Free" dog foods that contain Peas, Chick Peas, and Lentils as their primary carbohydrates. There are no specific brand names that have been implicated yet.
- Kidney Disease TreatmentHowever, when vomiting becomes more frequent, we need to go hunting for the cause. Typical causes in our older patients would include blockages caused by a growth in the stomach or intestines, chronic liver or kidney disease, drugs that are irritating the stomach, or an intolerance to food.
- Periodontal Disease TreatmentPeriodontal disease (bone infection around the tooth roots). Bacteria from the gingivitis and the periodontal disease easily gain entrance into the associated small blood vessels. This showering of bacteria can directly affect the internal organs of the body. Heart valve disease and progressive degeneration of the kidneys have been shown to be associated with chronic dental disease. Therefore, keeping the mouth healthy is not just a solution for bad breath, but it is one of the best things that we can do to keep the rest of the body healthy.
- Cancer Treatment
- Wound and Fracture CareThe staff are very friendly and organized. The facility is nice. Dr. Neuman is wonderful, and all of the techs are too. We have been very pleased with the quality of care and expertise provided. We have used St. Charles Animal Hospital for luxating patella diagnosis and surgery, ear infection, wound care, vaccinations, and general health concerns. Their level of care and services provided for our pup are what we'd expect for ourselves.
- Dental SurgeryDentistry: Our dental services include teeth cleaning and polishing, digital dental X-rays, tooth extractions, and oral surgery.
- Veterinary SurgeryDr. Davis joined St. Charles Animal Hospital in Spring of 2014. Her professional interests include soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and nutrition. In her personal time she enjoys ceramics, fiber arts, and refinishing furniture.
- Laser SurgeryOur hospital is AAHA Certified and the owner is Board Certified by ABVP in Canine and Feline Practice. We pride ourselves in having advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment. We do NOT expect a new graduate to be adept at using these items, but we are willing to teach you how to use them! Examples: Laser Surgery, Electrosurgery, Harmonic Scalpel, Ultrasound, Olympus Video Endoscopy, Laparoscopy, and even Laser Therapy. We have a large surgery room with advanced LED surgery lights. Our treatment area has four treatment tables, each with its own human anesthesia machine. We have an additional anesthesia machine in Radiology, which doubles as our endoscopy area. Our Radiographs are digital as are our Dental Radiographs.
- Declawing
- Spaying and Neutering
- Veterinary Euthanasia
- Laboratory ServicesAt present, there is no speedy diagnostic test for this disease. The best way to test is to send “paired” blood samples to a diagnostic laboratory. The first sample is to be taken when the patient is first presented with symptoms. The second sample is taken three weeks later and then the two samples need to be sent together to the lab. Because of the need for the three-week sample, this diagnostic test is really not helpful in planning any therapy. It is only really valuable if we want to document the case as being influenza or not. So, treatment is based on the pet’s symptoms. In many cases, you cannot easily distinguish cases of Kennel Cough from Canine Influenza.
- X-RayWe are very proud that we were the FIRST Animal Hospital in Maryland to have purchased Tru-DR Digital Radiography. Let me explain why we are so excited about this revolutionary technology. We are all familiar with X-Rays (Radiographs). We have all seen the "films" taken of us or of our pets on the fluorescent view boxes hung on the walls. This technology, which is used by 99.99% of the Medical and Veterinary facilities in this country, has lots of potential problems. When a technician "takes" an X-Ray, he or she is actually exposing a piece of radiographic film, within a special holder called a cassette. Inside this cassette is a layer of special chemicals (the screen) that "light up" when hit with radiation and in turn expose the radiographic film. This film is then developed either by hand in tanks of chemicals or, more commonly, by and automatic x-ray processor. OK, so what is wrong with this system?
- Dental RadiologyWe are extremely proud to be the first Animal Hospital in the Metropolitan area to purchase the new Light Speed Digital Dental X-Ray System. What does that mean to you and your pet? The next time that your pet has a dental scaling, we will be able to look at highly detailed images of your pet's teeth, their roots, and the surrounding bone structure. This will enable us to make the best decisions possible about the health of individual teeth.
- Microchipping
- BoardingBoarding: We provide pet boarding as a service to our clients. All boarders receive personal attention from our caring staff. Pets may be dropped off and picked up during regular business hours Monday through Saturday.
- GroomingSt. Charles Animal Hospital, providing pet care services, diagnostic laparoscopy, diagnostic testing, diagnostic ultrasound, digital radiography, flea and tick prevention, professional grooming, cancer surgery and chemotherapy, laser declawing, dental care, heartworm treatment, laparoscopic surgery, laser surgery, video endoscopy, vaccines, dermatology, tibial tuberosity advancement (TTA) surgery, and orthopedic surgery.
- Senior Pet CareWe all say that "age is not a disease". This is true, but older pets are more prone to developing certain problems. Some of these problems may go unnoticed or not affect your pet's well being, but they are brewing under the surface. It is at this point where a veterinarian might be able to diagnose these issues and address them before they adversely affect your pet's life. At our hospital, we encourage our senior pets to get good physical examinations twice a year instead of just once a year. In addition to the bi-annual examinations, we feel that doing some routine blood and urine tests will help us to determine if there are steps that we can take to improve your pet's life.
- Small Animal Vet