Current News
Petworks welcomes Dr. Carolynne Fujda
(Posted: June, 2010)
Dr. Carolynne Fujda joined our veterinary team on May 31, 2010. Dr. Carolynne graduated from the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. Since graduating she has practiced in Alaska and in the Yukon, running a mobile practice bringing veterinary services to rural communities for the past 5 years, before moving “down east” with her boyfriend, Mike, and their 4 dogs and ancient King cat ‘Reggie’. Dr. Carolynne is looking forward to meeting and working with the dogs and cats of Nova Scotia.
Petworks is AAHA Accredited!
(Posted: June, 2010)
Our team is proud to announce that Petworks received AAHA accreditation in May 2010. The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) Standards of Accreditation are widely used as benchmarks to measure excellence in veterinary medicine.
Our hospital has been successfully evaluated by an AAHA practice consultant on approximately 900 standards that directly correlate to the care we are providing your pet. The standards are periodically reviewed and updated to ensure they remain consistent with changes in veterinary medicine and technology. We are evaluated every three years to maintain our accredited status and to make sure we are keeping up with industry updates. We understand that your pet holds a valued place in your life and your heart and we are dedicated to providing your pet with the best health care possible.
Petworks receives AHAA accreditation.pdf
Atlantic Provinces Veterinary Conference
(Posted: April, 2010)
This conference continues to deliver!
This annual local event provided our entire team with three days of educational lectures and hands-on sessions for veterinarians, technicians, managers and support staff. In the ever changing field of veterinary medicine, we value the opportunity to learn from the experts and network with our colleagues and industry representatives. We have lots of new information to help us to take better care of your 'best friends'.
Pet Insurance - Meeting the Cost of Pet Care
(Posted: December 5, 2008)
Our pets provide us with fun, companionship, and unconditional love. In return, we incur the responsibilities that go along with pet ownership, including veterinary care.
Money spent on wellness and prevention, as well as keeping pets in a safe environment, significantly reduces the risk of illness and injury. Nevertheless, pets do occasionally become sick or injured; thankfully the veterinary profession today is capable of providing virtually the same kinds of care and procedures available for people.
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) strongly suggests that all pet owning families assess their financial situation and consider their ability to meet unexpected expenses that may be incurred for veterinary care. For some families, these expenses may be met through existing savings. Others may be able to use credit card reserves or medical payment cards. Some families should consider budgeting for these expenses and still others may want to consider protecting themselves through pet health insurance policies.
- For those considering pet health insurance, AAHA offers the following suggestions: Be sure you understand what the policy covers. Some policies (but not all) cover some preventative care, such as vaccinations, but there may be additional cost for this coverage.
- Understand the exclusions. Almost all policies exclude pre-existing conditions and some exclude hereditary conditions. Some may exclude certain conditions unique to certain breeds.
- Almost all policies have a deductible and a co-pay requirement. Some pay according to a set schedule of "usual and customary fees" while some pay based on the actual incurred expense. Be sure you understand how expenses will be reimbursed.
- Ask whether or not the policy allows you to seek care from a veterinarian of your own choosing or whether you must go to a veterinarian that participates in the company's network of providers. When faced with a pet's serious illness, most pet owners want to be able to obtain care from their regular veterinarian.
Speak with your veterinarian or someone on your veterinary practice team. While veterinarians do not sell insurance, chances are they have had experience with the policy you are considering and can provide helpful advice.
Puppy and Obedience classes are on-going and fill up quickly. Please call 435-2444 to register your pet.