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contents Issue 1: Volume 7
EVENT CALENDAR 6 January/February 2013
THE SCOOP 7
Canine News and Happenings
TRAINING & BEHAVIOR 10 Rover’s World: Teaching Rules
SPECIAL FEATURE 13 2013 Veterinary Profiles
BODY & SOUL 20
Dogs and Aromatherapy
FROM STRAYS TO STARS 22 Texas Hearing & Service Dogs
ADOPTION 24
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event calendar January/February 2013 Events JANUARY 5-6 60th Annual Charity Cat Show The Houston Cat Club will celebrate it’s 60th annual show with a diamond Jubilee. George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de las Americas. For ticket information, visit www.houstoncatclub.com. JANUARY 12 Low Cost Shot Clinic Special Pals Animal Shelter, 3830 Greenhouse Rd. 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. The clinic is a cash only. For more information, visit www.specialpalsshelter.org. JANUARY 13 Pets of the Homeless Free Pet Health Care Day This non-profit volunteer organization will be offering free veterinary care tot he homeless pets of Houston at James Bute Park, 512 McKee Street. Free to qualifying individuals. For more information, email petsofthehomelesshouston@gmail.com. JANUARY 13 Chevron Houston Marathon Run for a reason this year and help support various Houston-area charities, includeing the Houston SPCA and Citizens for Animal Protection. For registration information, visit www.chevronhoustonmarathon.com. FEBRUARY 23 Texas Litter Control Fundraiser Texas Litter Control, in conjunction with K9 Airlift, will host this fundraiser to help homeless animals and the spay/neuter clinic. Events include the Extreme Coolin’ Machine and Chili 6 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
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Cook Off Contest. Papa’s Icehouse, 314 Pruitt Road. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. For more information, visit www.texaslittercontrol.org. FEBRUARY 23 World Spay Day World Spay Day is an annual campaign of The HSUS and Humane Society International that shines a spotlight on spay/neuter—a proven way to save the lives of companion animals, feral cats, and street dogs who might otherwise be put down in a shelter or killed on the street. FEBRUARY Responsible Pet Owners Month February has been named Responsible Pet Owners Month and pet owners are urged to get their pets spayed and neutered. Pet Dental Health Month A national initiative that encourages pet owners to schedule regular dental appointments for their pets and establish an at-home dental care routine. Contact your local veterinarian for information on participation.
the scoop Follow us on FACEBOOK & TWITTER for the most up-to-date information, news and events! DR. RAJAN OF ANIMAL COPS HOUSTON JOINS ABANDONED ANIMAL RESCUE’S SPAY-NEUTER PROGRAM Dr. Rajan, who has been featured on the tv program Animal Cops Houston, will serve as the Chief Veterinarian for AAR's Spay-Neuter Program and Wellness Center that is scheduled to open in midJanuary, 2013. Dr. Rajan’s professional experience includes working with Spay Houston, SNAP and the Houston SPCA, among others. He served as Secretary & Board member of the Harris County Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Rajan will be assisted by former AAR Operations Team member and now Veterinary Technician, Cameo. The two have been working together for the past six months. AAR is excited to have this dynamic duo joining in the effort to provide affordable care to the animals in the shelter & in the community. LOW-COST SPAY/NEUTER AND VACCINATION CLINIC TO OPEN IN SPRING
A new low-cost spay/neuter and vaccination clinic for cats and dogs and will be opening soon in Spring just South of The Woodlands at 24627
I-45. Texas Litter Control is a high quality, low cost spay/neuter/wellness clinic and adoption center for companion animals. The mission of TLC is to eliminate the suffering of companion pets by preventing unwanted litters of animals entering into shelters in Harris, Montgomery and surrounding counties in Texas. While the clinic is not open yet, you can be notified as soon as appointments are available, by registering on the clinic’s Web site. For more information and updates, visit www.texaslittercontrol.org. NEW LOST PET INITIATIVE TO BE LAUNCHED AT BARC Aimed at increasing awareness that inserting microchips into pets significantly helps to reunite the animals with their families, BARC Animal Shelter and Adoption is finalizing a Lost Pet Initiative in the near future. "We are going to give owners more resources to find their pets and announce their pets as missing so we can leverage Houston's large community of animal lovers," says BARC Council Liaison and Public Information Officer Christopher Newport. Since August. 1, more than 265 pets have been returned to their homes as a result of BARC. In 2013, they are on track to receive more than 35,000 animals. Experts estimate that more than one million animals roam the streets of Houston. BARC is aware that many other animals that arrive without collars or micro-chips have families that are looking for them as well.
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training & behavior Rover’s World: Teaching Rules hen we first brought Rover home, we used to feed him in the kitchen next to the cats. That didn't work very well as he would gobble down their food, too. So, we changed his feeding spot to the dining room and made the kitchen off limits. It took a little while, but Rover learned the boundary. Here's how we taught him.
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When we had the time and could watch, we left the kitchen open. When Rover looked in there or headed that way, we corrected him, guided him back away from the kitchen and praised him
By: Jeff Drier, Bark Busters Home Dog Training
for backing away. When we went in and he followed, we did the same thing, corrected him, guided him out and praised him for following our instructions. We'd put treats just inside the doorway. We'd put his favorite toys just inside the doorway. We'd do everything we could think of to entice him and if he showed interest, or if he went towards them, we corrected, guided and praised for following instructions. We did this every day and every time we went to the kitchen until we found that we NEVER had to correct him. Rover would get to the doorway and stop on his own. When we couldn't watch or didn't have the time to teach, we used a baby gate to keep Rover out of the kitchen. The cats could go in and out but Rover was blocked. This was as important as teaching. We're often gone all day and Rover would have had plenty of opportunities to snack on cat food if we didn't block off that area. If he got to snack on cat food when we weren't there, it most likely would have taken a lot longer to teach him that he wasn't ever allowed in the kitchen. He might have associated not going in the kitchen when we were home, but he probably would have thought it was ok when were weren't. We also gated the kitchen when we were home, but were too busy to watch. If we had let Rover make mistakes when we weren't ready to
CUTE PET CONTEST teach, the process would have taken much longer than it did. Dogs learn by association - who, what, when, and where all come into play. We had to account for all those areas so we taught and managed and set Rover up to understand the rules. I posted a short video on YouTube in which Rover demonstrates that he knows the kitchen boundary. We never had to correct or even direct Rover during the video, he knows what he's expected to do and he does it. We do however, give him lots of praise throughout. It might be hard to hear as I talk very softly most of the time but if you blast the volume you can hear me praising him. He always gets praised for doing the right things, no matter how many times he does them. These same steps can be used to teach your Rover your rules. You do have rules don't you? Teach when you can, manage when you can't. Correct mistakes, show and guide to the right behavior and praise for doing the right things. When you follow the program things get easier and the results? You know what they are.
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Houston’s First & Only Veterinary Medical Guide
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Veterinary Profiles | 2013 urbanpawsmagazine.com/veterinaryprofiles
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Clara Scott, DVM My Family Vet
Contact 20120 Kuykendahl Rd. Spring, Texas 77379 p: (281) 288.0500 myfamilyvet.com Find us on Facebook: My Family Vet
My Family Vet sprang from Dr. Scott’s vision of a veterinary practice that encompassed excellent patient care with a compassionate and personable experience. Dr. Scott made her vision a reality when she started practicing out of the front room of her own home. Word quickly spread that she was an amazing veterinarian and her practice began to grow. It was time she moved out of her house and into her own space. Dr. Scott moved into a 600 square foot area and hired her first team members creating My Family Vet. As she continued to grow, she was able to open her arms to local rescue groups in need, helping those pets get healthy and find their forever homes. It did not take long to realize that My Family Vet needed even more space to accommodate our ever growing client family. In 2006, Clyde and Charley Theiss were kind enough to sell their ranch home on Kuykendahl Road to Dr. Scott knowing it was “going to the dogs!” There were many spiritual confirmations along the way that opened doors for this location and made My Family Vet what it is today. With your help they have hired more staff and doctors to accommodate the influx of patients. They are now able to do more surgeries, see more clients in a timely manner with 7 exam rooms, and help more sick patients with their spacious treatment area. They are constantly educating themselves on new medications, techniques, and treatments to keep up with the everchanging practices of veterinary medicine.
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Angel Ibanez, DVM Angel’s Pet Hospital
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24734 Kuykendahl Rd. Tomball, Texas 77375 p: (281) 290.0360 angelspethospital.com
Dr. Angel Ibanez graduated from Texas A&M University and began caring for pets in the Spring area in 1996. She opened Angel’s Pet Hospital in 2004 with the desire to provide comprehensive, quality medical and surgical care at an affordable cost. She and her husband of 22 years have four children, four dogs and two cats. She also has three very spoiled clinic cats that eagerly greet clients and patients that walk in the door and a beloved African Grey parrot that is a constant source of song and amusement. Dr. Angel is passionate about animal rescue and works with many local cat and dog rescue organizations, providing care for these homeless animals. Angel’s Pet Hospital is a modern, full-service, small animal veterinary clinic and boarding facility providing comprehensive preventative, medical, surgical and dental care. They have an experienced staff, four doctors, on-site diagnostics and state-of-the-art surgical facilities. Their recent expansion to double their original size means that they can board more pets and accommodate more patients in a timely manner. They have also have added a groomer in order to provide your pets with the first class treatment that they deserve. Angel’s Pet Hospital is committed to providing affordable, comprehensive, quality care in an environment that is both caring and professional.
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Christie Cornelius, DVM Last Wishes In-Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia
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1302 Waugh Drive, Suite 968 Houston, Texas 77019 p: (713) 452.0474 petslastwishes.com Find us on Facebook
Last Wishes In-Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia was founded in 2012 by Dr. Christie Cornelius. Located in and servicing Houston and its surrounding communities, Last Wishes provides a peaceful end-of-life transition for your beloved companion in the comfort of home. We work with the best aftercare specialists and pet loss experts, as well as a team of skilled veterinary nurses who share in our belief that every pet deserves to be as comfortable and as pain-free as possible during their final moments. Our hospice and palliative care services include, but are not limited to: pain management, hydration therapy, nutritional and dietary therapy, mental stimulation, household modifications, referrals for non-pharmacological therapies, educating family members on pain assessment, quality of life, and how to perform medical and nursing care at home, and grief support. Dr. Cornelius has eight years of experience in small animal internal medicine and surgery, including four years as an animal emergency doctor. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Harris County Veterinary Medical Association, International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care, American Association of Human-Animal Bond Veterinarians, the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement, and the International Academy of Veterinary Pain Management.
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Rick Wall, DVM, CCRP Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist Carrie Giordano, DVM, CVPP Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner Kari Koudelka, RVT, CCRP Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner
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10807 Kuykendahl Road Suite 406 The Woodlands, Texas 77382 p: (281) 298.5509 e: vetrehab@wallvet.com
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Orthopedic and Neurologic Rehabilitation Chronic Pain Management Non-Surgical Orthopedics Sports Medicine
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Laurie Noaker, DVM, DACVIM Chief of Staff Veterinary Emergency Referral Group, Inc.
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8921 Katy Freeway Houston, Texas 77024 p: (713) 932.9589 vergi247.com Find us on Facebook:
Veterinary Emergency Referral Group, Inc.
The Veterinary Emergency Referral Group, Inc. (VERGI) was created in 1977. VERGI has always emphasized excellence, compassion and comprehensive medical care. Our mission is simple: to save lives. In 2000, VERGI was fortunate to obtain Dr. Laurie Noaker as the chief of staff. She continues that mission and also embodies the vision and passion for practicing the highest standards of care. She is Board Certified in Veterinary Internal Medicine, having completed her training at the University of Pennsylvania. A regular writer, Dr. Noaker has also published several articles in an effort to educate pet owners. In 2006, VERGI became the first successful 24/7/365 emergency hospital in the Houston area. We deliver emergency and critical care to dogs and cats. Some of our advanced capabilities include maintaining a complete surgical suite with endoscopy, multiple oxygen sources, EKG’s, blood pressure, oximetry, capnography, digital diagnostic imaging, comprehensive blood testing and many others. Results are rapidly available on-site so that we can better care for all of our patients. Our hospital is staffed around the clock with exceptional doctors and a wonderfully caring and talented team. Everything we do must benefit the patient. At VERGI, the patient comes first. Always.
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Nicholas J. Millichamp
BVetMed, PhD, DVOphthal, DipECVO, MRCVS Eye Care for Animals
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17395 Tomball Parkway #3-H Houston, Texas 77064 p: (281) 820-EYES (3937) eyecareforanimals.com
Eye Care for Animals is the largest practicing group of ophthalmologists in the country providing diagnosis and treatment of eye disease in all types of animals. We work closely with regular veterinarians to ensure the best possible care for your pet. Our extensive national eye disease database ensures that our patients receive the most up to date treatments available. Our Houston office is located on the northwest side of the city. We also have offices in Austin, Round Rock and El Paso. Your local ophthalmologists, Dr. Nick Millichamp and Dr. Lynsey Smith are diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, with many years of academic and private practice experience in eye disease, research and teaching. We treat eyelid abnormalities, tear film deficiencies, corneal disease, glaucoma, retinal conditions, and routinely perform cataract surgery. We use the latest laser treatments for many eye conditions – for instance endoscopic laser treatment for glaucoma. Our ophthalmologists have excellent facilities for surgery and anesthesia including state of the art monitoring equipment and the services of a veterinary anesthesiologist. The doctors at ECFA offer services for animal rescue organizations, provide free annual screenings for service dogs, and frequently examine wild or exotic animals at several facilities including the Houston Zoo.
body & soul Dogs and Aromatherapy
By: Jan Davidson, Elegant Hippy
romatherapy is the therapeutic use of pure, unadulterated fragrant plant materials, hydrosols, and essential oils for holistic health. The key to that statement is “pure, unadulterated.” There is a vast difference in therapeutic essential oils purchased from a reputable source and those purchased from the local big box store. Even the untrained nose can tell the difference just by the scent. What isn’t as obvious is the ability of the essential oil to support a holistic lifestyle: the therapeutic benefits are compromised and quite often the ingredients that are used to adulterate the essential oil can cause unwanted and unanticipated reactions. Allergies, anxiety, congestion, fleas and ticks, skin irritations are just a few of the challenges that can be alleviated through the use of essential oil preparations. Whether it is through a spray, shampoo, or diffused in the home, aromatherapy can provide wonderful benefits to both you and your dog.
the dose for humans.) One way to start slowly introducing aromatherapy to your dog is to use an essential oil-based flea and tick repellent or a shampoo.
Aromatherapy formulations are adjusted to account for a dog’s heightened sense of smell or they could be overwhelmed and become averse to the scent. (Dilutions are usually about 25% of
Disclaimer: This article is for reference purposes and is not intended to substitute advice given by a pharmacist, physician, veterinarian, or other licensed health-care professional. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any health condition or disease.
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Just as with human applications, there are safety precautions that must be taken when considering aromatherapy for dogs. Make sure you do your research or locate a reputable, experienced aromatherapist. If you are mixing your own blends, make sure you always use the recommended dilutions in a recipe. Other holistic modalities often used in conjunction with aromatherapy include flower essences (Bach Rescue Remedy is wonderful for anxiety), herbs, Reiki, and massage. Caution: Just because essential oils are natural, that doesn’t make them harmless. Use caution and never use on cats.
Jan Davidson is a certified natural products manufacturer, aromatherapist, holistic health consultant, and Reiki master. She is part owner of Elegant Hippy (www.eleganthippy.com).
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Texas Hearing & Service Dogs Adopts Largest Class Ever exas Hearing and Service Dogs is celebrating its 25th anniversary by adopting shelter dogs for its largest training class ever. “We’ve already adopted 12 new dogs from 10 Texas animal shelters,” says Texas Hearing and Service Dogs founder and President Sheri Soltes.
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The non profit plans to adopt a total of 15 new dogs to train for disabled individuals. They provide the dogs and customized training free of charge.
ent will have a week long course at the THSD training center to learn to work with his or her new partner followed by 13 weeks of private training in his or her home and community. Donations pay for the cost of training. To contribute or find out more, visit www.servicedogs.org or call 512-891-9090.
Watson, an enormous black lab, Mastiff mix, is a unique story. “Watson is our gentle giant,” Soltes says. “Someone had shot this poor animal with a 22. He still has the bullet in his front right leg. Despite that, he is the friendliest, warmest dog. All he wants is to be petted and gaze adoringly at you. He was a favorite at the shelter, Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. A lot of our dogs were shelter favorites.” The dogs come from shelters in Dallas, Fort Worth, Killeen, Waco, Bastrop, Houston, Round Rock and Mesquite. There are both pure bred and mixed breed dogs. “We select on temperament, not breed,” explains Soltes. “It’s just like your co-workers: If you can do the job, we don’t care who your parents are.” Texas Hearing and Service Dogs will spend the next year and $20,000 training the dogs to become partners for individuals living with deafness or mobility related challenges. Each recipi22 www.urbanpawsmagazine.com
THSD adopted Watson, a male Labrador Retriever/Mastiff mix, from Williamson County Regional Animal Center in Round Rock, Texas. Despite being shot with a 22 bullet, which is still embedded in his foot, Watson is very friendly and eager to please.
THSD adopted Sparky, a male Spaniel mix, from the Mesquite Animal Shelter. Sparky’s new role as a Hearing Dog will involve alerting his deaf partner to important sounds like the door knock, oven timer, baby’s cry and smoke alarm.
THSD adopted Astro, a male black Labrador Retriever, from the Houston SPCA. They will train him as a Service Dog to assist a physically disabled individual.
THSD adopted Noelle, a female yellow Labrador Retriever, from the Humane Society of North Texas in Waco. She will learn to assist a physically disabled person by picking up dropped objects, opening and closing doors and performing other customized tasks.
THSD Trainer Stephanie Roberts welcomes future Hearing Dog Kindle after she was adopted from Fort Worth Animal Care and Control. THSD’s positive training method is based on building a trusting relationship, which starts the first day the dogs arrive on campus. Urban Paws Magazine 23
adoption Join us in helping our four-legged friends find loving homes. Adopt a dog today!
Yorkie Haven Rescue
www.yorkiehavenrescue.com Yorkie Haven Rescue is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, dog rescue dedicated to saving the lives of yorkies and yorkie mixes regardless of age, sight, hearing or other handicaps. The group started out as a Texas based group that quickly grew to a national rescue with a wonderful base of volunteers throughout the United States. YHR has no paid staff and is funded solely by donations from the public. We are committed to educating the public, our adoptees and our volunteers about the Yorkshire Terrier Breed, being advocates of responsible pet ownership, the humane treatment of animals and promoting the practice of spay/neuter. We provide a loving and caring home environment where the pups are kept safe, and all necessary vetting is done, until a forever home can be found. Chanel is an 11 year old, stylish little senior. She sleeps a lot, but runs to foster mom when she calls her name, and dances around in the kitchen when it's mealtime. Her second favorite thing to do is snuggle and just hang out, her first is eating. When held close, she loves to give kisses. She would love a "mom" that spoils and snuggles her nonstop. She is great with rides in the car. Even though her eyesight is challenged, Chanel has learned where the pee pads are in the house and has been using them at least 50% of the time. She does know what "no" means. She is a sweet little old lady who needs a retirement home and mom and dad.
Photos by Paw Prints by Jamie Pet Photography.
Our cover dogs, Chanel & Chewie!
Chewie is a happy little six-year-old yorkie boy who is new to Yorkie Haven Rescue. He was taken to the vet for his initial exam and to schedule him for his dental and neuter. He was found to have an irregular heart rate so he was referred to the cardiologist at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists. The results of his tests were just returned and little Chewy has Chagas disease. He will be undergoing further testing to see what can be done to help him. You can follow Chewie's progress on our website: www.YorkieHavenRescue.com. In the meantime, Chewie is having nothing to do with being ill and doing very well in his foster home.
Quigley was found as a stray running the streets and was saved by a good samaritan. Quigley is a great little guy with the heart of a lion. When he came to YHR, he was heartworm positive and is currently going through heartworm treatment. He gets along fine with the other pups in his foster home and simply adores the attention given by his foster mom and dad. He loves to go for walks, loves to snuggle and cuddle and has a very sweet submissive personality. His street smarts do come back in the form of trying to escape around open doors, so this will need to be watched and he will need a secure fenced yard.
Quigly
Summer is a very sweet two-year-old gal who loves to play with other dogs. Being the flirty pup that she is, she does tend to gravitate toward the males. She is one of those that needs to be the only female in the home getting attention, but does need another male pup to pass the time with playing with during the day. Humans are a different story, she loves both genders. Summer loves to cuddle and give kisses, but is a girl with her own mind and doesn't have to follow you around at all times. Even though she isn't clingy like most yorkies, she tends to be submissive at times. Her past wasn't one to be jealous of and she shows this by hunkering down at times. One day she will realize that no one will ever hurt her again...until then we'll just keep reassuring her.
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Tommy
Tommy is a six-year-old love bug who really needs to be the only pup in the home. He currently co-exists with his foster siblings, but we know that he would love to be the only furbaby getting attention. He loves his humans and isn't happy with sharing them with canines or felines. Tommy has gone through knee surgery since being with YHR and is currently recovering. This is one easy pup to please, as long as he can be the only pup and have a loving family that has the time to give him attention and treat him as the king he deserves to be and has waited to so long to be. Urban Paws Magazine 25
vet directory
VETERINARY DIRECTORY | 2013 Laurie Noaker, DVM, DACVIM Veterinary Emergency Referral Group, Inc. (VERGI) 8921 Katy Freeway Houston, Texas 77024 (p): 713.932.9589 (w): www.vergi247.com
Christie Cornelius, DVM Last Wishes In-Home Pet Hospice and Euthanasia
1302 Waugh Drive, Suite 968 Houston, Texas 77019 (p:) 713.452.0474 (w): www.petslastwishes.com
Rick Wall, DVM, CCRP Center for Veterinary Pain Management and Rehabilitation
10807 Kuykendahl Road, Suite 406 The Woodlands, Texas 77382 (p): 281.298.5509 (e): vetrehab@wallvet.com
Nicholas J. Millichamp,
BVetMed, PhD, DVOphthal, DipECVO, MRCVS Eye Care for Animals 17395 Tomball Parkway #3-H Houston, Texas 77064 (p): 281.890.3937 (w): www.eyecareforanimals.com
Angel Ibanez, DVM Angel’s Pet Hospital
24734 Kuykendahl Road Tomball, Texas 77375 (p:) 281.290.0360 (w): www.angelspethospital.com
Clara Scott, DVM My Family Vet
20120 Kuykendahl Road Spring, Texas 77379 (p): 281.288.0500 (w): www.myfamilyvet.com
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