CENTRAL HOSPITAL FOR VETERINARY MEDICINE
Phone: 203-865-0878
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Emergency clinic open and staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
ANIMAL POISON CONTROL CENTER:
Phone: 1-888-426-4435
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Central Hospital For Veterinary Medicine relies on the highly trained specialists at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. They remain on the leading edge of veterinary clinical toxicology. If your pet has accidentally ingested a foreign substance we will need to consult with poison control clinicians prior to beginning treatment. (There is a $65 charge for the service which they can bill directly to your credit card at the time of the call. A case number will be provided for our reference.)
FOR CATS STUCK IN TREES:
Vorio Tree Experts LLC – Brendon Vorio
Seymour/Oxford, Connecticut
Phone: (203) 305-4853
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PET FOOD & PRODUCT RECALL INFORMATION
• American Veterinary Medical Association
• U.S. Food and Drug Administration
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
The Wells Fargo Health Advantage® credit card is provided with approved credit by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. This credit card is accepted at participating medical providers, including some human practices. Applying is quick and easy.
ARTICLES OF INTEREST
• First Aid for Your Pet
• Chocolate Chart
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Frequently asked questions
• What to expect if your pet is hospitalized
Pet Insurance
Central Hospital For Veterinary Medicine believes that pet insurance is an excellent option and can greatly enhance the care you provide your beloved companion. It has become increasingly popular. Having pet insurance can eliminate some of the stress that comes with needing to make a decision about your pet’s care by limiting the financial impact it may have on your family’s budget. Currently, all pet insurance plans are general reimbursement plans meaning you pay the hospital bill and the insurance company reimburses you once the claim is filed. We are always available to help you organize your claims.
- Pet Insurance Review has a comprehensive list of available plans that can help you find an option that works for you and your budget.
- Read pet insurance consumer reviews to find out what others are saying about insurance companies.
- To find out if pet insurance is the right choice for you Click Here.
LOCAL BOARDING FACILITIES
The Barking Lot, Hamden:
Phone: 203-764-2622
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Best Friends Pet Care, Bethany:
Phone: 203-393-3126
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The Crate Escape, Wallingford:
Phone: 203-265-7881
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East Shore Veterinary Hospital, Branford:
Phone: 203-488-1686
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Larkins Run, Durham:
Phone: 860-349-8493
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Oronoque Kennel, Derby:
Phone: 203-735-3624
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Shoreline Pet Lodge, Branford, CT:
Phone: 203-488-9660
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Snowflake Pet Center, Milford:
Phone: 203-878-3117
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LOCAL SHELTERS
Bethany/Orange/Woodbridge Shelter:
Phone: 203-389-5991
Branford Dog Pound:
Phone: 203-481-4241
East Haven Animal Shelter:
Phone: 203-468-3249
Guilford Dog Pound:
Phone: 203-453-8083
Hamden Animal Control:
Phone: 203-230-4080
Milford Animal Control:
phone: 203-783-3279
North Haven Animal Shelter:
Phone: 203-946-8110
Friends of New Haven Animal Shelter:
Phone: 203-787-4179
North Branford Animal Control:
Phone: 203-484-2707
North Haven Animal Shelter:
Phone: 203-239-5321
West Haven Animal Shelter:
Phone: 203-937-3642
Madison Animal Control:
Phone: 203-245-2721
Meriden Animal Control:
Phone: 203-235-1131
LOCAL RESCUE ORGANIZATIONS
Animal Haven, North Haven:
Phone: 203-239-2641
Forgotten Felines, Clinton:
Phone: 860-669-1347
New Haven Cat Project, North Haven:
Phone: 203-782-2287
Creature Kindness, Hamden:
Phone: 203-389-2242
Animals for Life, Middlebury:
Phone: 203-758-2933
Compassion Club, Branford:
Phone: 203-488-6063
Hope Alliance, East Haven:
Phone: 203-466-2185
Halfway Home Rescue, North Haven:
Phone: 203-985-8338
Valley Shore Animal Welfare League, Westbrook:
Phone: 860-399-7561
ANIMAL CARE LINKS & RESOURCES
ASPCA – Official site of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
American Animal Hospital Association– This is also a very good site. It has an excellent animal first aid section, a good kid’s page, and information on animal behavior. Check it out.
American Kennel Club (AKC) – everything about purebred dogs, buying puppies, registration, canine stores, dog competition, pedigree resources and more
American Veterinary Medical Association – This site has a great section on pet care as well as activities and information geared towards children
Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, Wildlife Division– This site has a list of wildlife rehabilitators in Connecticut, as well as information about wildlife and human/wildlife interaction.
Connecticut Wildlife Rehabilitators Association
Handicapped Pets – For elderly dogs, disabled dogs, injured pets and handicapped pets.
Humane Society – Official site of the Humane Society
Indoor Pet Initiative – Offers tips on urinary tract health for indoor cats and addresses the challenges cats face living indoors
Petfinders – Many local shelters and rescue organizations post available animals on this site. You can search for pets by location, type of pet, etc.
Pets and Parasites – a good site for companion animal parasite information
Pet Vacations – information on traveling with your pet
The Purr Project -a non-profit organization whose mission is to match cats that have been abused, abandoned and/or injured with safe homes. Its primary focus is to be a savior for those that would otherwise be euthanized because they have sometimes-serious medical conditions.
The Senior Dogs Project – Looking out for older dogs