Our Medical Policy
Our Medical Policy
After consulting with veterinarians and asking their recommendations,
Hedgesville Hounds has developed a policy for veterinary services to be performed
prior to or at the time you adopt your dog. We are grateful to Gaithersburg
Animal Hospital of Gaithersburg, Maryland and Dr. Townsend of All Creatures
Veterinary, Martinsburg, West Virginia for structuring their services at rescue
rates.
Our vetting policy includes the provision of the following veterinary
services and examinations, which are covered by your dog's adoption fee:
- Preliminary physical exam checking coat and skin, eyes, ears,
mouth, teeth and gums, heart, abdomen, lungs, legs and paws.
- Neuter or spay and take-home medications like anti-biotics or
pain medications
- Vaccinations including rabies, distemper, parvo and bordatella
- Heartworm test
- Lyme Disease test
- Fecal exam and worming medication as needed
- Dental scaling and polishing if vet so recommends
Very Important! Adopters of rescue dogs should avail themselves of
Shelter Care
- an insurance program offered through Petfinder , which provides coverage
for your new pet for the first 2 months FREE OF CHARGE as a service to adopters
of rescue animals. NOTE - be sure to sign up for this coverage at least 2
DAYS prior to when your new dog's vetting procedures are scheduled!
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Last updated: 2/5/05