VCA Town Center Animal Hospital

Caring for pets...and their people, too! A wealth of veterinary experience at your service!

VCA Town Center Animal Hospital has been serving our community for over 40 years. Our friendly, knowledgeable veterinarians, technicians and support staff look forward to meeting you and your dog or cat.

Your pet's health is our top priority and excellent customer service is our goal!

At VCA Town Center Animal Hospital, we look forward to welcoming you and your dog or cat. Everyone on our staff believes the better we get to know your pets, the better we can provide the best possible healthcare for them. Our team provides you and your pet the attention you expect for your family member. We'll carefully track the course of your pet's care, which is so important to your pet's long-term health.

In every case, you'll be seen by experienced, knowledgeable members of our team. Our veterinarians, veterinary technicians and other pet friendly personnel are trained to the highest standards. Their knowledge ensures that all patients get the best in prevention and healing methods.

Local Medical Issues

Protect against parasites!

Are there different sorts of internal parasites or worms?

There are several types of internal parasites that cause problems in dogs. These include nematodes or roundworms, of which Toxocara canis (intestinal roundworm) and Dirofilaria immitis (heartworm) are the main examples, and cestodes or tapeworms of which Dipylidium caninum, Taenia species and Echinococcus species are important examples. Ancylostoma species (hookworms) are also common internal parasites in many parts of the United States.

In cats; these include nematodes or roundworms, of which Toxocara cati, Toxascaris leonina (intestinal roundworm) and Dirofilaria immitis (heartworm) are the main examples, and cestodes or tapeworms of which Dipylidium caninum, Taenia species and Echinococcus species are important examples. Ancylostoma species (hookworms) are also common internal parasites in many parts of the United States and Canada.

Are these infections serious in a dog?

Intestinal worms can be a serious problem in young puppies. Hookworms can cause anemia and roundworms can lead to poor growth and development.

Intestinal worms can be a serious problem in young kittens. Hookworms can cause anemia and roundworms can lead to poor growth and development.

Heartworm disease is a major life-threatening problem. Heartworm disease is considered to be one of the most serious conditions seen in small animal practice. Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes.

Please stay in schedule with your flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. Call and schedule your appointment today for Heartworm testing and begin preventative measure TODAY!