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Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Days and hours of operation
2. Directions
3. Services offered
4. Local and distant Emergency
Clinics
5. Animal Poison Control
6. Local Animal Control
7. Help with Spay/Neuter Fees
8. Adoption Information
9. Dog Training
10. Grooming,
Kennels, Doggy Day Care
11. Rabbit rescue information
12. Vaccine
information/recommended protocols
13. Reviews
14. In Memory of...
15. Sponsors/Grants
16. Help our cause
1. Days and hours of operation
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday for surgery appointments- open 7:00 am to 5:30 pm
Wednesdays for clinic appointments- open 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Fridays (October through May) for clinic appointments- open 7:00 am to 1:30
pm
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2. Directions
See Map
From the North-
Rt. 24
South
Merge
onto 79 South at exit 7
Follow
79 under the bridgework onto Rt. 138 South/Tiverton
Go
straight through the first light
****Follow 138 South (or Broadway) up the hill
Turn
right at next light onto Middle St. Go down the hill to the stop sign.
Turn
left on Bay St.
Shaw
Street is the 2nd street on your right
Pet
Partners is located in the light blue building on the left.
Parking is available on the right side of the street.
From the East-
195 West to exit 5
onto Rt. 138 South
****Follow
directions above from 138 South
From the South-
24 North to 195
West to exit 5 onto Rt. 138 South
****Follow
directions above from 138 South
From the West-
195 East to exit 5
onto Rt. 138 South
Turn right off ramp
onto 138 S/Tiverton (or Milikin Blvd.)
Turn right at first
light onto 138 S (or Columbia St.)
Turn left at first
light onto 138 South (or Broadway)
****Follow
directions above from 138 South
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3.
Services Offered
See also: our
Services page
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Surgery
***Free spay/neuter MAY be available, see below (FAQ 8)
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Elective
soft-tissue, such as lump removals
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Emergency
surgeries on stable animals such as lacerations, abscesses, infected
uteruses (pyometra), swollen ears, dental problems
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Dental
Cleanings and Extractions
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Clinic-
for any pet owner regardless of income and residence
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Examinations, vaccinations, heartworm and tick testing, feline
leukemia/AIDS/heartworm testing, fecal and urine testing
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Cytology
and biopsy sample submission also available
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Nail trims,
microchipping, anal gland expression also available by appointment
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Emergency
Services- only for minor problems not requiring radiographs or overnight
hospitalization. Please call for availability or referral to a local
full service clinic or emergency clinic.
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Grooming or
Examinations requiring sedation or general anesthesia
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4.
Local and Distant Emergency
Clinics
In Rhode
Island:
Ocean State
Veterinary Specialists
401-886-6787
1480 S. County
Trail
E. Greenwich,
RI
http://www.osvs.net/
Northern RI
Animal Hospital
401-762-2400
152 School St
N. Smithfield,
RI
http://www.nriah.com/home/
EVS of RI
401-732-1811
205 Hallene Rd
Warwick, RI
In Massachusetts
Mass-RI
Emergency
508-730-1112
477 Milford Rd
Swansea, MA
Bay State
Veterinary Emergency Services
508-379-1233
76 Baptist St
Swansea, MA
www.bsves.net
New England
Animal Medical Center
508-580-2515
595 West Center St
W. Bridgewater, MA
www.neamc.com
AEC
800-454-1742
164 Great Rd
Acton, MA
www.animalemergencycare.com
Angell Memorial
617-522-7282
350 S. Huntington
Ave
Boston, MA
http://www.mspca.org/vet-services/
CCVS
508-759-5125
11 Bourne Bridge Approach
Buzzards Bay, MA
http://www.bostonvetspecialists.com/CCVSNEW/CCVS Home Page.htm
Tufts: The
Foster Hospital for Small Animals
508-839-5395
200 Westboro Rd
N. Grafton, MA
http://www.tufts.edu/vet/fhsa/
Tufts VETS
508-668-5454
525 South St
Walpole, MA
www.tuftsvets.org
VESCONE
180 Bear Hill Rd
Waltham, MA
http://vescone.com
VCA South Shore
Animal Hospital
781-337-6622
595 Columbian St
Weymouth, MA
http://www.vcasouthshore.com/
Mass Vet
Referral
781-932-5802
20 Cabot Rd
Woburn, MA
http://www.intownmassvet.com/
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5.
Animal Poison Control
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ASPCA: 1-800-426-4435
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Angell Poison Control Hotline:
1-877-2Angell
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Animal Poison Hotline:
1-888-232-8870
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Pet Poison Hotline:
1-800-213-6680
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Tufts University School of
Veterinary Medicine: 508-839-5395
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6.
Local Animal Control
Fall River Animal Control
http://www.frpd.org/animal_control.html
1181 N. Main St.
Fall River, MA
Office: 508–324–2037 8AM–4PM
Emergency: 508-676-8511 After hours and holidays
Works primarily in Fall River and in the following
towns that do not have their own Animal Control officers.
New Bedford Animal Control
http://www.ci.new-bedford.ma.us/Police/AnimalControl/index.html
834 Kempton St
New Bedford, MA
508-991-6366
Emergency Number : 508-991-6350
Dartmouth Animal Control
http://www.town.dartmouth.ma.us/Pages/DartmouthMA_Animal/index
Town Hall, Room 104
400 Slocum Rd
Dartmouth, MA
508-910-1840
M-F 8:00 am – 4:00pm
Sat-Sun 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
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7.
Help with spay/neuter fees
MAC
http://www.massanimalcoalition.org/
Massachusetts Animal Coalition
P.O. Box 766
Westborough, MA 01581
info@massanimalcoalition.org
(978) 779-9880
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8.
Adoption Information
Pet Partners does not have space
to shelter animals. Please contact one of the following shelters or rescue
groups if you want to adopt or if you have a pet you want to surrender:
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9. Local Dog Trainers
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10.
Local Groomers,
Kennels, Pet Sitters, Day Care
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11.
Rabbit Rescue
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12.
Vaccine
Information/Recommended Protocols
Felines:
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FVRCP
("distemper") - a combination of 3 vaccines which protects against the
respiratory viruses: panleukopenia or "distemper," rhinotracheitis or
"herpes," and calici. Cats who have never received this vaccine need an
initial series of a minimum of two vaccinations 3 to 4 weeks apart.
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For kittens
under 8 weeks old - if they are orphaned and are healthy, the initial
series is 3 vaccinations given at 4 week intervals
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For kittens
and cats over 8 weeks - the initial series is 2 vaccinations given at 4
week intervals
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A booster
vaccination is given 1 year later, with a 1 or 3 year booster.
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FeLV
(feline leukemia vaccine) - cats must be tested first for feline leukemia.
Negative results are not considered accurate unless the cat is 12 weeks or
older.
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Rabies -
the initial vaccination is good for 1 year. Rabies vaccinations cannot be
given if there is a history of unknown wounds within the last 5 months or if
the cat has bitten anyone in the last 10 days. Cats must be at least 4
months old before they can get their first rabies vaccination. For cats,
there are two vaccine choices (see Rabies Form for more information):
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Traditional
("old") - in very rare cases, this vaccine can cause a tumor at the
injection site. If the booster is given within 9 to 12 months of the
initial vaccination, it is good for 3 years in Massachusetts and 2 years
in Rhode Island. If the booster is early or late, it is only good for 1
year. All subsequent boosters are good for 2 or 3 years even if
they are overdue.
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As of April
15, 2010 in Rhode Island, rabies boosters will be good for 3 years if
the vaccine administration date is current. For more information, please
visit the RI DEM website to review the
Rules
and Regulations and the
Rabies Manual, or call (401) 222-2781
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Purevax
("new") - this vaccine does not cause a tumor at the injection site but
must be boostered annually regardless of the state residence or the date
of the initial vaccination.
Canines:
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DHP-P
("distemper") - a combination of 4 vaccines which protect against the
intestinal and respiratory viruses: distemper, herpes virus, parvovirus, and
parainfluenza.
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For puppies
under 8 weeks old - if they are orphaned and healthy, they are given a
vaccine every 3 to 4 weeks until they are at least 16 weeks old
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For puppies
and dogs 8 weeks or older - a vaccine is given every 3 to 4 weeks until
they are at least 16 weeks old, with a minimum of 2 successive
vaccinations given 3 to 4 weeks apart
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A booster
vaccination is given a year later with the option of a 1 or 3 year
vaccine
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Rabies
- for dogs, there is one vaccine choice available. The initial vaccine is
good for 1 year regardless of the state of residence and age of the dog, or
if the dog's vaccination history is unknown. Rabies vaccinations cannot be
given if there is a history of unknown wounds within the last 5 months or if
the dog has bitten anyone in the last 10 days. Puppies must be at least 4
months old before they can get their first rabies vaccination.
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A booster
is given within 9 to 12 months of the initial vaccination and is good
for 2 to 3 years, depending on your state residence. If the vaccine is
given a day early or a day late, the booster is only good for 1 year.
All subsequent boosters are good for 2 or 3 years even if they are
overdue.
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As of April
15, 2010 in Rhode Island, rabies boosters will be good for 3 years if
the vaccine administration date is current. For more information, please
visit the RI DEM website to review the
Rules
and Regulations and the
Rabies Manual, or call (401) 222-2781
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Lyme -
only given if your dog is at risk of exposure to ticks.
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The initial
series is given at 12 weeks of age and is two vaccinations, 3 weeks
apart.
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A booster
vaccination is given annually.
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Lepto -
only given if your dog is at risk for exposure to the urine of skunks, rats,
possums, and raccoons. The bacteria is usually found in stagnant water, damp
soil and swamps. Leptospirosis can also be transmitted to humans through
infected urine.
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Bordatella
bronchiseptica ("kennel cough") - only given if your dog is at risk of
exposure to this particular combination of viral/bacterial infection. Dogs
are usually exposed if they are housed in close quarters such as boarding
kennels, shelters, doggy day care, and pet stores and/or if their immune
system is deficient or suppressed.
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The initial
vaccination is given at 8 weeks old or older and is good for 1 year
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Usually, a
booster is given annually, however, some boarding kennels require that
it is given within 6 months of your dog's stay.
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13.
Reviews
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14.
In memory of...
Coming soon
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15.
Sponsors, Grants
Coming soon
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16.
Help our cause
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Materials/Supplies
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Paper towels
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Liquid laundry detergent
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Distilled Water
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Garbage bags- all sizes
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Pens and Pencils
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Bleach
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Fabric softener sheets
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Hydrogen Peroxide
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Rubbing Alcohol
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Antibacterial hand soap
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Monetary Donations:
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$10 will give a pet a rabies shot
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$75 will neuter a cat
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$100 will spay a cat
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$155 will neuter a small dog
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$175 will spay a small dog
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$40,000 will provide radiographic (x-ray) equipment
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Other
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Shop at Lee's Market and collect your receipts!
Lee's gives us a percentage of every receipt we collect.
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Volunteer: We're always looking for help with our
Newsletter, Marketing and at our Events! Call if you would like to
volunteer.
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www.goodsearch.com as your search engine, or shop using
www.goodshop.com Verify Pet
Partners as the organization you are supporting, then search or shop
away!
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