South Elgin IL veterinary pet care South Town Animal Hospital

South Town Animal Hospital 1944 Gyorr Avenue South Elgin, Illinois 60177 Telephone Us For An Appointment: (847) 695-PETS (7387)

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South Town Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital

and wellness center for dogs and cats.

Veterinary Acupuncture

South Town Animal Hospital is pleased to now offer veterinary acupuncture for dogs and cats. Acupuncture has been practiced for thousands of years, and has been proven to relieve the symptoms and reduce the discomfort of many conditions, including acute or chronic pain, allergies, arthritis & problems with mobility, chronic gastrointestinal conditions such as IBD, neurological disorders, separation anxiety, and many more. Dr Jessica Tartof is now accepting new clients for this exciting new service on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays at South Town Animal Hospital.

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Wellness Examinations

We recommend a complete physical exam for your pet on an annual or bi-annual basis. Lots of changes can occur from year to year, especially as your pet gets older.

Preventative health care recommendations are made based on examination findings and your pet’s individual needs and situation, which you help us to determine. This may include blood, urine, or fecal tests, vaccinations, dietary or exercise advice, and life-style changes.

Nutritional Counseling

Proper nutrition is fundamental to your pet's well-being throughout his whole life. Many illnesses can be controlled or even prevented by what your pet eats.

There are many choices of pet food available . Let us help you make the right decision for your pet.

Veterinary Surgery

Dr. Crittenden trained in state-of-the-art surgical techniques should your pet require a surgical procedure, and she continues to educate herself on the latest techniques. We offer a full range of soft tissue surgeries from routine spays and neuters to more advanced procedures.

We also maintain an extensive referral service for those procedures requiring specialized training and equipment.

On-Site Laboratory

Our on-site laboratory allows us to perform diagnostic lab testing to help us determine the best treatment plan for your pet's medical condition.

If we need to send your pet's samples to an external laboratory, most results are received within 24 to 48 hours.

Radiology

Our convenient in-house X-ray equipment allows Dr. Crittenden to review your pet's films and make treatment recommendations quickly.

Vaccinations

Vaccinating your pet against disease is an important aspect of pet health care. Proper vaccination can spare your pets from such potentially deadly diseases as rabies and distemper.

At South Town Animal Hospital, we take a conservative approach to vaccination protocols. Some vaccinations must be re-administered periodically to protect your pets from diseases and keep them healthy for a lifetime. We will work with you to evaluate your pet’s lifestyle, and develop a vaccination protocol that is unique for your pet's specific needs.

Veterinary Dentistry

At South Town Animal Hospital, we can perform full service pet ultrasonic dental cleaning and polishing (under anesthesia). We maintain a referral list for more complicated procedures such as difficult extractions and root canals.

We recommend OXYFRESH Oral Hygiene products for your pet!

Ear Problems

We can quickly respond to nasty ear infections which can be painful and even dangerous for your pet. You should have your pet's ears checked regularly to prevent potential ear problems.

Pet Eye Care

We perform routine eye examinations to maintain your pet's healthy eyesight. We also do testing to diagnose ophthalmic problems, such as glaucoma or inadequate tear production ("dry eye").

Senior Pet Care

We offer a variety of senior wellness programs to diagnose many conditions common to older pets: heart conditions, diabetes, liver or kidney disease, arthritis, glaucoma, dental disease, etc.

Our goal is to keep your best friend healthy and comfortable for many more years through early diagnosis and treatment.

Dog Training

As of November 2008 we are pleased to have Julia Lane offering training classes at this facility. Julia Lane enjoys helping people build a better bond with their dogs. She offers agility, obedience and Canine Good Citizen classes, plus private lessons and in-home training. She's a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, an AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, and a Contributing Editor and blogger for The Bark magazine (www.thebark.com). She also serves as the Illinois rep for Catahoula Rescue Inc (www.catahoularescue.com).

A long-time rescue volunteer, Julia specializes in dogs who demonstrate shyness, fear and/or noise sensitivity. Both the Daily Herald ("Is Your Pup Dogged By Loud Noises," 7/20/08) and Chicagoland Tails ("Readers' Choice Awards," Oct. 2008) have recognized her experience as an instructor. Julia and her husband, Brian, share their home with five dogs and two cats in South Elgin, IL.