Ridgeview Veterinary Clinic

06/17/2024

06/16/2024

https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/news/2021/how-to-keep-pets-safe-in-hot-weather.html

Many experts predict warmer than usual weather for parts of the country in upcoming days and the American Red Cross has steps to help ensure your pet stays safe this summer.

06/08/2024

Deepest thank you and humble appreciation to all of our clients/friends who trust us with the care and well being of your beloved pets. Our whole team loves all creatures great and small. Thank you.

06/05/2024

Walter being Walter…

06/03/2024

Apparently, a client is soliciting donations and instructing people to call us. We do not nor will we ever solicit donations. Please disregard any solicitiations. It is not us! THANKS!!

05/21/2024

When you come in this summer, make sure to congratulate our PT CSR Chuck McDowell III! Tonight he was awarded his Black Belt! Chuck is the grandson of co-owner Hollie McDowell and the “nephew” of co-owner Mellissa Voll-Stouffer VMD. Congratulations Chuck! We are all proud of you!

05/13/2024

Walter strutting their stuff in the Photo Booth. This month is a fun fiesta theme ❤️

05/07/2024

Our new updated logo (changed cat and dog and removed cow) by our very own summer/school break CSR: Chuck McDowell III.

04/15/2024

Rudy came to visit today- such a sweet, confident puppy

04/13/2024

To all our clients

We are having phone issues. The 724-537-7359 is not working. Please call 724-694-9100 to reach the clinic this morning

04/08/2024

Elvis is in the building! He is a 3 month old Turkish Angora kitten. Here for his first check up with us. He was born in Boston and now lives in PA.

04/03/2024

Please remember to vote for our fantastic team!! You can vote daily. THANK YOU!

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04/02/2024

Want to support Ridgeview Veterinary Clinic?

Vote for us on the Latrobe Bulletin's Profesional Services competition to show your support to our clinic and staff !

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04/01/2024

Our spring Photo Booth is up…. Please stop in to take a photo with our beautiful spring flowers

03/15/2024

We LOVE to support our clients' businesses. Sue Piper just brought us donuts from her son-in-law's business. OH MY GOSH!! Wonderful!!!!!
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Donuts Incoming

03/11/2024

HORSE OWNERS!! There are currently several diagnosed cases of EHV1 in Ohio + PA. While a state of panic is not needed, DILIGENCE is required. Unfortunately a lot of people think there horse is "covered" by whatever "4 way, 5 way, 6 way" vaccine they pick up. There is no vaccine that protects from the neurological form which is what is circulating at this time. Please, if you vaccinate your own horses KNOW what your vaccine is.. I hear 4 way, 5 way... but, 4 way or 5 way what? There are many different combinations of vaccines. A good go to is first and formost your veterinary team, but, if you insist on vaccinating on your own please at least familiarize yourself with the Core vaccines on the website American Association for Equine Practitioners. I understand some of you may perceive this post as harsh, however, a lot of horsemen are not taking this seriously. We see a lot of horse posts, sale, training advice, etc. posted but few take the time to post on topics this serious. TAKEN FROM AAEP SITE: "While there are several vaccines available for protection against both respiratory disease and abortion as a result of EHV-1 infection, at this time there is no equine licensed vaccine that has a label claim for protection against neurologic disease (EHM). Consult with your veterinarian for further guidance if you are considering the use of EHV-1 vaccines."

https://aaep.org/horsehealth/faq-equine-herpesvirus-ehv #:~:text=This%20includes%20on%20clothing%2C%20footwear%2C%20walls%2C%20buckets%2C%20tack%2C,maximum%20of%20one%20month%20under%20perfect%20environmental%20conditions.

03/09/2024

Diligence is required right now! There is no vaccine for this extremely contagious virus with a high mortality rate.

If you haven't heard, EHV-neurologic is making it's rounds this spring, and it seems a little closer to home than I remember in previous years. I've gone to all remote lessons in Ohio (and have been for almost a month now), and with the first case in PA (Armstrong County) reported by the EDCC, plus the report of horses euthanized in Astabula and Mahoning this morning, I have also implemented more biosecurity measures for myself to the places I'm still traveling to, and I'm continuing to make some others remote. We've delayed show season by over a month, as the map from the EDCC just keeps gaining more dark color in our area and those states surrounding it. Stay safe out there, everyone, and hug your horses tight every day 💗

For more information, here is the official EDCC site: https://www.equinediseasecc.org/alerts?disease=62

03/06/2024

Today’s hot topic on what we offer at RVC..alternative therapies for pain control

1. Therapeutic Laser
Our laser is used to increase blood flow to areas of inflammation to decrease pain

Routine uses include:
- surgical incisions- decrease bruising and speed up healing
-acute injuries - painful backs, athletic injuries,cold/dead tail- reduces muscle tension, inflammation and pain
-chronic arthritis - decreases pain

Has also been used for ear infections, a**l gland impactions, hot spots

2. Acupuncture- most commonly used for chronic hip/back pain

3. Chiropractic options- we have Animal Healing NOW with Dr. Michael Savko ( and his associate Dr Jeremy) here on Mondays and Tuesdays to help our arthritic/painful clients

02/27/2024

Today- let’s talk reproductive services

We offer a significant amount of repro services here

From health testing such as submitting ofa hips/elbows/spines, blood samples to necessary labs such as Cornell vet lab or Michigan state labs

Ofa dental exams, ofa pateller exams

Twice a year in conjunction with Westmoreland County Obedience Training Club (WCOTC) and Greater Pittsburgh Dalmatian Club Agility Trials, Dr Voll-Stouffer helps to coordinate a local health clinic for breeders to get testing done

In house progesterone testing is available to help breeders time their breedings and predict due dates

Semen collection and microscopic evaluation for motility and morphology is available

Vaginal cytology can be performed to assist in timing

Both side by side and surgical AI are routinely performed

Other amenities we have
-ultrasound to confirm pregnancy
-x-rays for puppy/kitten counts
-puppy warmer/incubator
-consultation for and performance of scheduled c-sections

-neonatal care if needed

02/23/2024

Todays topic…

Surgeries…..

We offer routine surgeries such as spays, neuters, dentals, and lump removals as well as emergencies such as foreign bodies, bladder stones, c sections, and fracture repairs

Before surgery, your pet is given a full exam to identify any other potential problems, blood work is performed as well as an ekg to insure the safest anesthesia protocols are utilized

We have multiple anesthestic drugs/protocols available depending on your pet’s individual needs

An iv catheter is placed to allow venous access in case any unexpected complications arise during surgery

Your pet is then closely monitored throughout the procedure- blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, respiration rate and EKG

They are monitored throughout recovery

02/22/2024

This is the first post in a series highlighting the advantages of using a privately owned, relatively full service veterinary practice that is committed to your pets’ well being and health

Today’s topic: Wellness and what it means….

Wellness exams should be done at least once a year- this is an opportunity for your pet to be examined- any changes in weight or attitude noted, any new lumps checked or existing lumps rechecked. Hearts are listened to for early signs of problems. Ears, teeth and eyes checked. Lymph nodes and bellies palpated (felt) for any changes/lumps

Vaccines are discussed and APPROPRIATELY administered. Depending on your pets’ lifestyle some vaccines may or may not be recommended

Bloodwork to screen for tick diseases in dogs is recommended yearly

Baseline bloodwork may be recommended based on your pet’s age, breed, physical exam findings

Behavioral issues can be addressed

These routine visits allow you to discuss any concerns you may have regarding your pets

02/08/2024

Add to this list: dogs, cats, children….

02/02/2024

Special guest visitor today - predicting an early spring!