Welcome to Our Hospital
The entire team at Allenwood Animal Hospital welcomes you, and we look forward to being a part of your pet's care in the future.
We would like to tell you a little about our hospital and our staff. We are proud to be a member of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). AAHA hospitals are voluntarily inspected to make sure they maintain the highest standard of animal care. We have been honored to receive our four-year accreditation; this is the highest level of achievement and one that only 10% of AAHA hospitals reach.
Our Medical Director, Kirsten Cianci VMD, and our two associate veterinarians, Glen Stockett DVM and Katherine Sinko VMD, have been with the practice since the summer of 2000. They all regularly participate in continuing educational seminars to be current in the latest medical advancements.
From the front desk to the exam rooms, to the kennel area and the surgical suite, the rest of our team brings a great deal of experience and enthusiasm to Allenwood.
We pride ourselves on treating your pets as if they were our own. Our mission statement states it all: Your pet’s health is our top priority and excellent service is our goal.
Local Medical Issues
Canine Flu Alert!As you may have seen on the news or read in the newspaper, there is an emerging threat to our dogs from a virus called canine influenza. While this virus has been around for a few years, it has only recently been identified in our area. This respiratory virus is highly contagious and can be spread not only by contact with infected dogs, but also by contact with contaminated objects or by people moving between infected and uninfected dogs. Dogs at highest risk are those that are around other dogs, including boarding, grooming, day care, dog parks, dog shows, or training centers.
About 80% of dogs that are exposed to canine flu virus will become infected. Common signs include runny nose, coughing, and fever. A small proportion of dogs will develop pneumonia and can become critically ill, requiring more intensive treatment.
Fortunately, a new vaccine is available to help reduce the risk of severe illness. Please call to schedule an appointment with one of our veterinarians to discuss protection for your dog from this potential threat.
For more information on Canine Influenza, please visit http://www.avma.org/public_health/influenza/canine_bgnd.asp.
