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THE IMPORTANCE OF AN ANNUAL PHYSICAL EXAMINATION IN CATS
Dr. Dawn Ruben
General Practice Preventative Medicine
ANNUAL EXAMS
It’s that time of year again. Time to take your cat to the veterinarian for his annual examination. But maybe you’re thinking that you might skip it this year. After all, he isn’t sick. Maybe you will just put it off until next year – what could it hurt?
Actually, delaying an annual physical exam can hurt.
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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
We completed our voluntary evaluation from the American Animal Hospital Association.
We passed with flying colors as we have SINCE 1947!
We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate and thank
our wonderful staff who make this outstanding rating possible each evaluation!
DENTAL SAVINGS
COMING IN 2010!
Call TODAY to make an appointment for a dental cleaning in January
and save $50!
If your pet has bad breath or trouble eating, don't put it off any longer.
Red gums mean PAIN. Cats & Dogs need dental care too.
Watch the video below
to see how easy it is to prevent pain in your pet's mouth.
DID YOU KNOW?
Our clients can get nail trims FREE!
If your pet is especially difficult to restrain, there may be a charge, however, this is not very common. No appointment is needed. Please note that Saturdays and holidays are not a good day to come, as the wait for a technician can be lengthy.
We are open 8am-6pm Monday-Friday.
CANINE TRAINING CLASSES
OFFERED HERE!
Register now for Obedience & Puppy Training classes
OBEDIENCE - SPRING CLASSES TBA
PUPPY CLASS - January 6 - January 27 (4wks)
For Puppies 8-16 weeks old at the start of class
6:30pm at Coble Animal Hospital
Cost is $85 (Coble & SAVC clients $75!)
All puppies must have their first health check and be current on vaccinations appropriate to their age.
The class will cover motivational learning, obedience & communication with your puppy, common puppy behavior problems and puppy socialization.
Call Susan @ 217-299-7338 217-299-7338 for information and pre-registration
Or:
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email Susan at:
Susan@Extremek-9.com
Susan Poludniak,
Instructor/Trainer
Susan Poludniak has the relatively rare distinction of having successfully graduated from five Extreme K-9 Canine Behavioral Psychology & Remote Collar Trainers Academy courses. Having owned and competed with many dogs throughout her life, Susan now works an extraordinary Belgian Malinois named Cooper and is currently competing with him in competitive obedience. She also has a young German Shepherd named Rogan and will be developing him as her demonstration/rehabilitation dog for her clients. Susan is extremely well-spoken, professional, and is capable of conveying her training skills to others. She is now serving clients in all of central Illinois.
A VOTE OF CONFIDENCE!
We are honored once again to be chosen as the First Place Winner for the SJ-R's Reader's Choice Award. We would like to thank all of you for your votes and let you know that all of us appreciate the opportunity to care for your pets and earn your trust over the years. THANK YOU!
About Us
COBLE ANIMAL HOSPITAL is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in SPRINGFIELD, IL. The professional and courteous staff at COBLE ANIMAL HOSPITAL seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. COBLE ANIMAL HOSPITAL strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to SPRINGFIELD, IL and surrounding areas. Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find our more information about how COBLE ANIMAL HOSPITAL can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet.