Welcome to Birch Point Cat & Dog Clinic!

We are a full service veterinarian clinic offering medical, surgical, and dental care.
Our clinic is fully equipped with on-site laboratory, diagnostics and x-ray services, allowing us to make a full diagnosis and initiate treatment as quickly as possible.

For information on the Pet Food Recall:
The American Veterinarian Medical Association (AVMA) has complete details on all the Pet Food Recall. Please visit the link below for all the details and updates:
http://www.avma.org/aa/menufoodsrecall/default.asp

For a complete listing of dog foods and cat foods affected by the recall, please go to:
http://www.menufoods.com/recall

Some Q's & A's on the recall.
Q:  My pet has eaten the food that has been recalled. How do I know my pet is sick?
A:  Signs of illness include loss of appetite, lethargy, depression, vomiting, diarrhea, sudden changes
in water consumption, or changes in the frequency or amount of urination.

These signs may also occur with other illnesses. Any animal showing these signs should be examined by a veterinarian, even if the animal has not eaten any of the recalled pet food.

Q:  My pet is showing signs of illness. What do I do?
A:  Have your pet examined by a veterinarian as soon as possible.

Q:  What will my veterinarian do?
A:  Your veterinarian will examine your pet, and will most likely take blood samples and collect a urine sample to test for kidney disease or other problems. Other diagnostic procedures, such as radiographs (x-rays) or ultrasound examinations, may be recommended to eliminate other causes of kidney disease and vomiting.

If the tests determine that your pet has kidney disease, your veterinarian may recommend treatment including intravenous fluid therapy and medications.

Q:  What is in the food that is making animals sick?
A:  The cause of the illnesses has not yet been confirmed, and the FDA and laboratories are continuing to evaluate samples and reports of illness or death. Because the cause is not confirmed, the treatment can not be specifically directed to one cause. Generalized treatment for kidney disease and vomiting is recommended until a more specific treatment can be determined.

If your animal was exposed to these foods and seems fine but you are worried, make an appointment with Dr. Schuman just to put your mind at ease. Dr. Schuman can then determine whether a blood test is called for. To make an appointment, call (360) 332-2800.

Birch Point Cat & Dog Clinic has been providing expert pet care for over thirty years.
Our services include:

• Health Checks
• Ultrasound
• Surgery - 30 years specialized surgical experience.
• X-Ray/Radiology
• Video Otoscope
• Pet Vaccinations
• Low Cost Vaccine Clinic every Thursday
• Senior Pet Care
• Spay & Neutering
• Dental Care
• Out Patient Clinic
• Wellness & Preventative Medicine

We also provide retail products for:

• Flea & Tick Control Products
• Therapeutic Shampoos
• Food & Nutritional Products
• Medication Refills

Ask about limited boarding for small animals.

Preventing Disease...Promoting Wellness!
"A Healthy Pet is a Happy Pet!"

Member of:
Washington State Veterinary Medical Association

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Birch Point Cat & Dog Clinic
1733 H Street, Suite 800 Blaine, WA 98230
PHONE: (360) 332-2800 FAX: (360) 332-2792 CELL: (360) 201-7614

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