Back to Current Articles | Print this | Email it September 2007 Newsletter Sep 1, 2007   Animal Medical Service Pet Times Download the PDF Version September 2007 Issue Animal Medical Service 12232 Little Road Hudson, Florida 34667 (727) 863-1874 Hours of Operation: Monday: 7:30am-8:00pm Tuesday: 7:30am-8:00pm Wed: 7:30am-6:00pm Thursday: 7:30am-6:00pm Friday: 7:30am-6:00pm Saturday: 7:30am-2:00pm Sunday: Closed Medical Director Dr. Tammie Hodge Veterinarians Dr Vicki Salton Dr. Ellen Siedlecki Dr. Keely Smith Practice Manager Kimberly White Lead Veterinary Nurse Jennifer Mutz   Veterinary Nurses Dominick DiTucci Stephanie Flett Kelly Fox Jessica Luthey Kim Muir Jackie Winwright Lead Receptionist Jean Campbell Receptionists Rebecca Bork Carla Eldredge Barbara Pekarek       Contact Us Phone (727) 863-1874 Fax ((727) 869-6734 www.animalmedicalservice.net       OUR MISSION STATEMENT Animal Medical Service is a team of veterinary professionals who provide routine, preventative healthcare to small animals as well as diagnostic and surgical treatment in our community. Our goal is to offer clients and their pets the best care through a positive environment where they are treated as individuals with individual needs.                                                                          We are extending our 15% off dentals and microchips through the entire month of September. Call us today to schedule your appointment!!      Hurricane Season Tips Hurricane Season is here and its time to think about how to prepare for our pet's safety and comfort. Remember that August and September are the peek tropical storm and hurricane months for Florida. Just like people, you should have an evacuation plan for your pets. You should have readily available copies of health records, extra medications, food, and water. Although there may be pet friendly hotels, reservations may not be available by the time the hurricane hotline activates. Therefore, each pet owner should prepare ahead of time. If you decided to evacuate for a storm, try to seek shelter with a friend or relative in an area that is not in the projected storm zone. If that is not an option you should research the locations and requirements of pet friendly hotels, shelters, and boarding facilities. Most likely routine vaccinations and parasite checks are required. Remember that it takes time to adequately build immunity after a vaccination so you want to keep your pets up to date on vaccines. If your pets are past due you should schedule then for vaccines as so as possible. Don't forget about flea and tick control, our pets are always at risk for picking up unwelcome hitchhikers. Consider having a microchip placed into your pet, this can be done here at AMS with a regular appointment. Many shelters, animal control officers, and veterinary clinics have scanners that are used when any stray animals are found. To date, HomeAgain ID Chip is responsible for reuniting more than 301,000 pets and owners!! This is a great way to identify and reunite you with your beloved pet, especially if your pet becomes lost during a storm. Whether you decide to evacuate, or hunker down and ride out the storm, you want to make sure you are prepared and have a plan for you pets. Check out the pet survival kit below:     Pet Hurricane Survival Kit Contents: A crate or carrier large enough for your pet to stand and turn around. Leashes and collars Two-week supply of food and a bowl (moist or canned) Two-week supply of water and water bowl- Cat litter and litter pan Toys and /or blanket Emergency phone numbers for veterinarian and animal shelters  Veterinary records with Rabies certificate and license tag  number Any Medications and instructions Discuss the use of tranquilizers for your pet with your veterinarian who can advise and dispense these medications if needed.   "No matter how little money and how few possessions you own, having a dog makes you rich." --Louis Sabin Back to Current Articles | Print this | Email it