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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Pet Care in Voluntown, CT
Pachaug Animal Hospital has been a trusted provider of veterinary care for over four decades, serving pets and families in Voluntown and surrounding communities. Our commitment to client education, advanced technology, and compassionate care ensures pets receive comprehensive medical attention throughout their lives. With a focus on preventative care, diagnostics, and emergency services, we partner with pet owners to maximize their pets' health and longevity.Our team combines extensive experience with specialized training in areas like holistic medicine, surgery, and dental care. We prioritize transparent communication, ethical practices, and personalized treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique needs. By maintaining rigorous professional standards and investing in continuous learning, we uphold our reputation as a reliable leader in veterinary medicine.
Services
Acupuncture
Vaccinations
Parasite Prevention
Senior Wellness
Microchipping
Pet Emergency
Surgery
Dermatology
Dental Care
Preventative Care
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of experience in veterinary medicine with advanced diagnostic tools
- Our team includes certified veterinary acupuncturists and specialists in dental care
- We provide 24/7 emergency services for urgent pet care needs
- Our preventative care programs reduce long-term pet health risks
- We maintain strict sterilization protocols for all surgical procedures
Services
Vaccinations
We provide core and non-core pet vaccinations to prevent life-threatening diseases. Our program includes rabies, distemper, and Lyme disease protection with personalized schedules based on age and lifestyle. Our veterinarians monitor for adverse reactions while ensuring compliance with state regulations for pet health safety.
Dental Care
Our dental services include exams, cleanings, and extractions under anesthesia. We use digital X-rays to detect hidden oral issues and perform routine maintenance to prevent periodontal disease. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork ensures patient safety during procedures while post-care guidance helps maintain oral hygiene at home.
Microchipping
Permanent pet identification through microchip implantation increases recovery chances for lost pets. Our ISO-compliant chips work with universal scanners and last 25 years without maintenance. We register chips in national databases and provide registration updates to ensure accurate contact information for pet owners.
Preventative Care
Annual exams establish health baselines and detect early disease indicators. We conduct full physical exams, parasite screenings, and behavioral assessments while creating customized nutrition and exercise plans. Our preventative approach reduces emergency situations and extends pets' healthy lifespans through early intervention strategies.
Emergency Services
We offer immediate veterinary attention for critical pet conditions outside regular hours. Our emergency team handles trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses with diagnostic imaging and stabilization treatments. Continuous staff training ensures readiness for complex cases while maintaining communication with regular veterinarians for follow-up care.
People
Dr. Nicole Belair
Owner & DVM
Veterinarian with 15+ years in small animal practice. Certified in acupuncture and holistic medicine. Graduated from University of Prince Edward Island. Specializes in geriatric pet care and labrador retrievers. Lives in Moosup with multiple rescue animals.
Ellie
Veterinary Technician
Front desk specialist pursuing veterinary technician certification. Native Voluntown resident with expertise in local wildlife. Cares for two labs and three cats. Combines academic study with hands-on experience in patient care and clinic operations.
Liam
Veterinary Technician
Surgery specialist with decade of emergency medicine experience. Joined Pachaug in 2020 after working with Dr. Belair. Manages anesthesia protocols and surgical procedures. Enjoys outdoor activities with his cat Dexter in Moosup's natural areas.
Becky
Veterinary Technician
Approaching five-year anniversary at the hospital. Pursuing certification through Penn Foster. Known for humor and puns that lighten the workplace. Cares for two dogs and three cats while balancing veterinary studies and community involvement.
Rhonda
Veterinary Technician
30-year veteran of veterinary field with diverse experience from kennel work to management. Former business school graduate who chose animal care over corporate life. Provides expertise across all technical and administrative aspects of hospital operations.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 urgent care for critical pet conditions including trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses with immediate diagnostic and stabilization capabilities.
How often should pets receive vaccinations?
Puppies/kittens need initial series, adult boosters every 1-3 years depending on vaccine type and lifestyle factors determined during wellness exams.
What dental care options exist for senior pets?
We offer geriatric dental exams, anesthetized cleanings with pre-op bloodwork, and extractions for advanced periodontal disease in older animals.
Do you treat exotic animals?
Our primary focus is dogs and cats, though we may provide limited care for small mammals. Please call for specific inquiries about exotic pet treatment.
How does microchipping work?
A rice-sized chip implanted under skin contains unique ID linked to owner contact info in national databases, accessible via universal scanners.
What preventative care services do you recommend?
Annual exams, parasite prevention, dental maintenance, and age-specific screenings help detect issues early and maintain optimal pet health.
