Welcome to Gilbert Veterinary Hospital

We at Gilbert Vet Hospital are proud of our longevity in the community caring for animals. We have been located just south of the corner of Ray and Gilbert Roads for 30 years. Dr. Beverly Scott joined the hospital in 1978, which was owned by Dr. John Woods, and bought the practice in 1979. Gilbert Vet was the first and remains one of the few privately owned small animal hospitals in Gilbert. We are an AAHA accredited hospital, which means we have passed the stringent standards required by the American Animal Hospital Association. We have 6 doctors and 23 staff members who provide professional, compassionate care for your special dog and cat companions.  

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Summer Update Regarding GVH Doctors

- Dr. Watson will be out of the office for the summer, July 13^th – September 2^nd

- Dr. Dudley is expecting her baby about July 18^th and will be out of the office for 6-8 weeks.

- To provide care for our clients and patients Dr Van Gels is joining our practice.

Dr. Amy Van Gels is an Arizona native, she is a Colorado graduate and has been practicing in the East Valley for the last several years under her maiden name, Dr. Arnold. We are excited to have her working with us, she is a great fit for our office. She practices quality medicine, enjoys client education and customer service, and as with our other Doctors; your pet is number one! 

Welcome Dr. Van Gels

Did You Know Some Sugarfree Gum Can Be Poisonous To Your Pet?

Xylitol (artificial sugar) is a sweetener used in many products including mouthwash, chewing gum, toothpaste, and various foods.  Because it is toxic to pets, products containing xylitol should not be given to your dog or cat. For more information on items that can be poisonous, click the Pet Care Button on the left, and go to Vet Talk.

Green Pools Carry Mosquitoes - Is Your Dog Safe?

 With all the foreclosures in our area we are seeing more green pools, which results in more mosquitoes. It just takes one bite from one infected mosquito to pass on heartworm to your dog.

Canine heartworm disease develops when a dog is bitten by a mosquito carrying microscopic heartworm larvae (juvenile worms) of a parasite called Dirofilaria immitis. As a mosquito feeds, these microscopic larvae are deposited on the dog and quickly penetrate the skin to begin their migration into the dog's bloodstream. Adult heartworms can grow 10 to 12 inches in length and make their home in the right side of the heart and pulmonary (lung) arteries, often causing lung disease and heart failure.

Heartworm preventatives are effective when given properly and on a timely schedule. All approved heartworm preventatives are highly effective, safe, easy to use, relatively inexpensive, and often provide treatment for additional parasites. Prevention is always more safe and affordable then treating dogs with adult heartworm disease. It is important to test your dog for heartworm before starting preventative.

Please call us to schedule an appointment to check your dog for heartworms and get them started on heartworm preventative.

RABIES ALERT!!

 A horse in Gilbert, which stayed in Queen Creek in November and December of 2008, tested positive for rabies in March 2009. Animal health and public health officials are investigating where the horse contracted rabies. The horse most likely contracted rabies from a fox or a skunk. To protect yourself and your family, please take the following precautions:

1)  Vaccinate your pets for rabies! Pet dogs and cats should be up-to-date on rabies vaccines.

2) Discuss rabies vaccination of your horse with your local horse vet.

3) Keep pets on a leash when outside your fenced yard.

4) Enjoy wildlife from a distance! Do not attempt to feed, approach, or touch wild animals.

5)      If you or a loved one is bitten by an animal, wash the exposed site immediately with soap and water and seek medical attention. Be sure to report the bite to Maricopa County Animal Care and Control (602) 506-Pets, or Maricopa County Public Health office (602) 506-6767

* Rabid animals may show no fear of people and may even seem friendly. Rabid bats typically fall to the ground where they become accessible to kids and pets.

For more information about rabies, call Maricopa County Department of Public Health (602) 506-6767 or Arizona Department of Health Services at (602) 364-4562 or visit the website at www.azdhs.gov.

Freedom To Travel With Your Dog!

Motion sickness is a stressful condition that affects 1 out of every 6 dogs. It can prevent your whole family from taking a trip together, causing you to miss out on a great bonding experience. If you do leave your dog behind, it can be difficult to find someone you trust to care for him or her.

Now there is a new medication, "Cerenia". It is the first and only FDA-approved medication to prevent vomiting due to motion sickness in dogs. It is a non-drowsy medication, so even after a long car ride, your dog will be ready for fun! The best thing is Cereneia works! In a study of dogs suffering from motion sickness, Cerenia prevented vomiting in up to 93% of cases.

So, if you have a trip planned and want to take your dog, call us for more information.

Guess Who Won!

Recently, Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc. awarded first place honors to Gilbert Veterinary Hospital for the 2008 Pet Dental Health Contest. The grand prize was awarded to the hospital who uses innovative ideas to educate clients on the importance of dental health care for their pets, and who, as a team, strongly believe in the value of good oral health. So many parts of the body are affected by infection and disease in the mouth, and the Doctors and staff at Gilbert Veterinary Hospital strive to provide the best dental care to their patients. (For more on this story you can go to www.petdental.com) 

Order Hill's Science Diet and Prescription Food To Be Delivered To Your Home

Home delivery is now available. You can have your Hill's dog and cat food delivered. Same great food, same great price with only a nominal delivery charge. You just click the blue button on the left, fill out the order form, and your food will come straight to your door. You can request automatic deliveries so you never run out of food. Please call our office if you have any questions. We are excited to be able to offer this service.

Veterinary Technician of the Year!

Gilbert Veterinary Hospital is proud to announce the recent award given to Kimberly Endres. She has won "Veterinary Technician of the Year" from the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association. Kimberly has worked in the veterinary field for the past 12 years and has been a technician at Gilbert Vet since 1999.  Kimberly is a dedicated, caring technician whose attention to detail makes her invaluable. Kimberly was nominated and won this prestigious award in recognition of her dedication, compassion, and excellent medical and surgical skills. She is a true champion for animals and with her can-do attitude, she is a fine example of what a certified veterinary technician should be. 

Kimberly is Gilbert Veterinary Hospital's second "Tech of the Year". Jennifer (Cannon) Rose also won this award in 2003. Gilbert Vet is very proud to have 2 dedicated, skilled, recognized technicians.

Not only do we have wonderful techs, Dr Beverly Scott, the owner of Gilbert Veterinary Hospital, also won "Veterinarian of the Year" in 2004. The doctors and staff are outstanding!

Try Pet Portal

Pet portal is a web based program where you can see your pet's vaccine information, articles, and much more. Just log in, enter your e-mail address, then Pet portals will send you an e-mail with your log in so you can access the information.  It is a great free program.

New Dental Vaccine For Dogs

Veterinarians now have an additional tool available to aid in the prevention of canine periodontitis. Pfizer Animal Health recently launched the Porphyromonas Denticanis-Gulae-Salivosa Bacterin that gives patients an additional layer of prevention against canine periodontitis.  The vaccine is the first and only vaccine of its kind. To learn more - click the pet care button, then Vet Talk.

Digital Dental X-ray For Your Pet

85% of pets over age three have dental disease. In a study at the University of California, Davis where all dogs and cats presented for dental cleanings were radiographed, significant lesions requiring therapy were uncovered in a majority of the cases. We are excited at Gilbert Veterinary Hospital to offer digital dental x-ray for our patients. To learn more - click the pet care button, then Vet Talk