At West Chester Veterinary Medical Center, we provide quality veterinary dental care and surgery for cats and dogs in Chester County.
Vaccination
Our West Chester veterinarians can help you protect your cat or dog from a wide range of serious diseases and disorders by keeping vaccinations up to date and providing parasite prevention.
Nutritional Counseling
Our West Chester vets blend dietary counseling with medically supervised exercise programs to safely and steadily reduce your pet's weight.
Comprehensive Examination
The vet will give your pet a thorough physical examination to get a complete picture of his or her overall health. An exam includes the following elements...
We'll give your furry friend a complete physical examination, appropriate immunizations, and deworming. We will also test for intestinal parasites. You'll be provided with a puppy or kitten kit filled with educational material to help you care for the newest member of your family, along with samples.
Pain Management
During each surgery, a dedicated nurse will administer anesthesia and continuously monitor your pet using electronic patient monitoring equipment. Pain management will also be provided.
Diarrhea Treatment
Skin Condition and Allergy Treatment
We will check your pet's skin and coat for signs of problems, including oiliness or dryness, lumps, bumps, dandruff or abnormal hair loss or shedding.
Upper Respiratory Illness Treatment
Obesity not only greatly decreases your pet's mobility and comfort, but it also predisposes them to a number of conditions such as orthopedic problems, respiratory issues, diabetes, and, potentially, liver and pancreatic diseases.
Our vets provide therapies to relieve chronic pain caused by osteoarthritis and degenerative disease in Chester County pets, and therapies to improve joint health.
Hip Dysplasia Treatment
Acupuncture can often be used for injury rehabilitation. Conditions such as arthritis, nerve injuries and hip dysplasia also tend to respond well to acupuncture.
Diabetes Treatment
Heart Disease Treatment
We will take blood and urine analyses to ensure it's safe for your pet to have anesthesia. Additional diagnostics such as chest radiographs or an ECG may also be conducted.
Kidney Disease Treatment
Periodontal Disease Treatment
The final step is to apply a dental sealant to prevent plaque from attaching to the enamel. If advanced periodontal disease is found, the veterinarian will develop a treatment plan and discuss it with you.
Cancer Treatment
Medical treatments such as chemotherapy can feel very uncomfortable for your pet. They will often be combined with acupuncture in an effort to relieve some discomfort, helping your cat or dog to fight their illness.
Using Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF), we can decrease pain and inflammation and increase the rate of tissue repair and regeneration. This form of therapy has also been approved by the Food and Drug Administration to heal bone fractures.
We understand that finding out that your pet needs surgery can be intimidating, so we strive to make this process as stress-free as possible, for you and your pet.
Ophthalmic Surgery
If your pet is experiencing pain, redness or other symptoms in or around their eyes, they may need an ocular surgery. Common ocular procedures for cats and dogs include eyelid tumor removal, cataract surgery, ectropion surgery, entropion surgery, exenteration of the orbit and cherry eye surgery.
Veterinary Surgery
Dr. Michaela Gruenheid is a veterinarian in West Chester. Her veterinary special interests include fracture management, orthopedic surgeries, airway surgery, and thoracic surgery.
Spaying and Neutering
West Chester Veterinary Medical Center, our veterinary surgical specialists perform vet surgery like orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, spay & neuter procedures, and c-sections.
We perform tests and get results quickly in our in-house laboratory, so that we can diagnose your pet's symptoms and begin treatment as soon as possible. Our pharmacy is stocked with a range of prescription diets and medications, providing us quick access to any medications your pet may need while in our care.
X-Ray
Dental Radiology
At our West Chester veterinary hospital, we provide complete dental care for your pet, from basics such as dental exams, teeth cleanings and polishing, to dental x-rays and surgeries.
Microchipping
While the following are not vaccinations, spaying, neutering and microchipping help protect your cat from a number of health issues.
We also change the linens and clean your cat's room on a daily basis. Our cat boarding area is separate from the dog boarding area to ensure that your kitty feels relaxed and safe while staying with us.
Grooming
Senior Pet Care
Due to advances in veterinary medical knowledge and care, newer therapies and better nutrition, our senior pets are living longer than ever.
Dog Training
After graduating from The University of Rochester with a music degree and biology minor, Kristine moved to New York City to continue her studies in musical theater. Music business burn-out led Kristine to an Upper West Side small animal hospital where she had the pleasure of meeting Regis’ cat and Kathleen Turner’s boxer. With a desire to learn more about canine behavior, she moved to Texas and received her certification in training and behavior from Triple Crown Academy. Kristine then moved back to her home town in Pennsylvania to operate her dog training business for several years.