McCurdy Animal Hospital provides a variety of special services:
Regular Health Examinations
It's important to detect medical problems as early as possible, just as periodic check-ups are wonderfully reassuring if no problem exists. The care which starts with a puppy or a kitten can pay extra dividends once your companion becomes geriatric.
Emergency Service
We handle any emergency service for our clients on a top-priority basis, and we make sure these services are available 24 hours a day. Small-animal emergencies during the day are handled by our staff in house. After normal business hours, our clients are referred to the animals' Emergency Clinic of North Alabama that is open from 6 pm to 8am. The Animal Emergency Clinic of North Alabama has an excellent staff to handle any emergency. Their number is 256-533-7600.
Large-animal emergencies are handled during the week by Dr. McCurdy. On the weekends and holidays, we have a rotation that provides emergency services.
Vaccinations
One of the most effective ways of protecting your pet's health is to provide immunization against various common and sometimes deadly diseases. Our policy is to provide the best well-tested combinations of protection for your pet.
Grooming
We are proud to have Professional Grooming by Bonnie. She has 15 years of experience in the Huntsville area on all breeds of dogs. She will also groom cats.
Dietary Planning
A sound diet is vital to the health of your pet at any age. Dietary requirements essential for proper weight maintenance, performance, growth, and as aids in treatment of diseases is very important.
Dental Care
Our specialized services include cleaning, polishing, tooth extraction and oral surgery.
Geriatric Counseling
Your pet is considered to be a senior at age six. The geriatric profile, which includes complete comprehensive blood work, a complete urinalysis, and chest rays, gives the doctor a database to work from for future concerns that may arise.
Laser Surgery
We are excited to offer a higher level of care for your pets. Laser surgery make most procedures quick and easy with minimal pain. Laser surgery can be used for several procedures, including:
- Spay
- Declaw
- Castration
- Tumor Removal
- Melanoma
- Skin Tags
- Cysts
Laser surgery has the following benefits:
Decreased Post-Op Pain - Laser energy seals nerve endings
Decreased Swelling - Reduced trauma to tissue
Less Bleeding - The laser energy seals small blood vessels as it cuts during surgery
Reduced Infection - The laser energy sterilizes as it is used, killing bacteria that can cause infection
Quicker Recovery - With less bleeding, swelling and pain, the patient can resume normal activity at a faster rate
