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The Animal Hospital at Thorndale is an independently and locally-owned practice located in Downingtown, Pennsylvania. Our mission is to provide, not only comprehensive care, but preventative and quality medicine to enhance the lives of pets and their beloved families. Our goal is to improve all aspects of your pets’ lives so you can spend more time relaxing with them on your lap. We also accommoda
te your busy schedule with flexible appointments. We schedule routine visits to complex treatment and are here for you and your pet.
🐾 Attention, everyone! 🐾 Just a heads up that our animal hospital will be closed this Labor Day. We hope you and your furry friends have a safe and relaxing holiday! We’ll be back and ready to help with all your pet care needs the following day. 🐶🐱❤️
Our friend Luna recently visited us as she was experiencing acute vomiting, inappetence, and severe lethargy. An abdominal radiograph (x-ray) revealed a mechanical foreign body obstruction. Luna had ingested a black foam piece from an exercise mat, which could have caused serious health issues if left untreated. Thankfully, with prompt medical attention, we were able to remove the foam safely. Luna is now recovering well and will be back to her playful self soon. This serves as an important reminder to keep small objects out of reach of our curious pets. 🐱❤️
Does your pet need a check-up? We've got you covered! Harvey came in for his annual wellness exam and showed us some tricks! 🐶Our team ensures that every pet receives excellent care during their visit. Regular wellness exams are crucial for maintaining your pet's health, catching any potential issues early, and keeping their vaccinations up to date. Whether it's a routine check-up or a more specific concern, we're here to provide the best care possible. Bring your furry friend in, and let us help them stay happy and healthy! 💗
Polar Bear came in for a grooming session but was also experiencing some health issues like loss of appetite and vomiting. Our team went above and beyond by conducting an ultrasound, bloodwork, and X-rays during his visit. We also noticed and treated his eyelid hairs (distichia) that were irritating his eye. We're so glad we could provide comprehensive care all in one visit! 🐱💙
Emergencies often require a team effort, and today was no exception. Toby came to us in respiratory distress due to pleural effusion (fluid around the lungs). Our dedicated doctors performed a chest tap, successfully removing nearly a liter of fluid. This procedure brought Toby significant relief, and our team is now working on a treatment plan to ensure his continued comfort. 🐾
Our specialists Dr. Melissa Hobday and Dr. Melissa Java, who have been collaborating for years, bring extensive expertise and experience to the field. Their joint efforts have significantly enhanced the diagnostics and treatment of pets. In this video, they coordinated a sedated airway exam, chest X-rays, and an endotracheal wash to obtain a fluid sample from the lungs of Arlo, a cat who was diagnosed with feline asthma and concurrent bronchopneumonia.
On a Friday afternoon, our team responded to an emergency involving a canine patient with a severe de-gloving injury sustained from a vehicular accident. Dr. Tsui initially stabilized the dog upon arrival, and after thorough evaluation, it was determined that amputation was the most appropriate treatment to ensure the dog's health and quality of life. Our board-certified surgeon, Dr. Hobday, performed the leg amputation. Dog leg amputations, while significant, often result in excellent outcomes, allowing pets to live pain-free and adapt remarkably well to their new circumstances. We are pleased to report that during a follow-up visit, the dog is recovering exceptionally well and adapting admirably as a tri-pod! 🐾💗
It's Friday, I'm in love...with Maggie and her stunning smile
A nail trim with Aiden was no problem at all!
Tinley was absolutely purrfect during his recent recheck with us.
Paw-don me, I am ready for my nail trim now!
Milo could not be any cuter when he stopped by for a nail trim and vaccine.
Chester's owner brought him in to be diagnosed after he began throwing up nearly every morning when he woke up. After a thorough exam including an ultrasound with Dr. Simpler, Chester was diagnosed with feline inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
IBD is a condition in which a cat’s gastrointestinal tract becomes chronically irritated and inflamed. Inflammatory cells infiltrate the walls of the GI tract, thickening them and disrupting the ability of the GI tract to properly digest and absorb food.
Common signs of feline IBD include vomiting, weight loss, diarrhea with or without bloody stools, and lethargy. These signs can vary in severity and frequency.
Making a diagnosis of feline IBD requires an extensive workup because many of the signs of IBD are commonly seen with other diseases.
IBD can often be controlled so that affected cats are healthy and comfortable. However, even with proper management, symptoms may come and go. Keeping the disease in check requires strict compliance with dietary and medical therapies. Monitoring by the veterinarian and owner is critical so that relapses can be assessed and the dosing of long-term medications can be adjusted.
Chester now has a personalized treatment plan and the support he needs to manage his IBD.
Dasher wants you know what a brave boy he was during his recent visit to have a wound examined.
Miss Kitty is an acupuncture queen! This sweet girl has received acupuncture from Dr. Joanna Murray for a variety of conditions including upper respiratory and digestion issues.
During this acupuncture session, Dr. Murray is treating Miss Kitty for her chronic back pain. This good natured cat has visible back twitches and sensitivity. Before beginning the treatment, she would self-sooth by chewing on her paws and areas of her back until the fur was gone. Since her acupuncture sessions began, her back twitches have decreased and the fur has begun to regrow on her paws and back.
When acupuncture is performed on a patient, the doctor inserts very tiny, sterile needles along acupuncture channels. Acupuncture points are located at anatomic sites rich in nerves, blood vessels and lymphatics. Needling in these spots can elicit the release of pain relieving substances, decrease the release of pain-inducing substances such as inflammatory cytokines, and stimulate the nerves to aid in nerve signal transmission.
This process results in local and systemic changes in the body that can help with pain, inflammation, mobility, and overall homeostasis. Acupuncture can be used as part of a multimodal approach to a patients care or as a stand alone treatment for some conditions.
Interested in learning more? Call today to book your first acupuncture consultation with Dr. Joanna Murray!
Shout Out to Our Top Facebook Followers for June! You are absolutely paw-some and we appreciate you!
Wishing everyone a safe and happy of 4th of July!
Holiday Hours:
Thursday - Closed
Friday - Open
Saturday - Closed
On Wednesdays, we learn.
Each week, we meet as a team including doctors, vet technicians, vet assistants, and front desk client service representatives for a staff meeting to ensure that we are working together to give our clients the best care.
In addition to staff meetings, each Wednesday Certified Veterinary Technician Jenn leads teaching rounds. Jenn is not just a CVT, she is also board-certified in Emergency and Critical Care. With over 20 years of experience in both general practice and emergency care, Jenn is a treasure-trove of information and real life experiences. Some topics covered in these sessions include taking vitals, parasites, and medications.
Our goal at the Animal Hospital at Thorndale is to equip our team with knowledge, experience, and support to ensure that our clients receive outstanding care.
You already know about the happy ending for Hercules. We just wanted to share a few more images from his journey to health.
Hercules lived most of his life as an outdoor community cat. However, a few weeks ago, this independent tomcat was found laying against a wall in his neighborhood, injured and covered in maggots. Hercules had extensive injuries and was battling infection, especially in his ears. Under the care of our compassionate team, brave Hercules fought through it all.
The best news is that Hercules, a cat who had always avoided human contact, has grown to appreciate people during his recovery. He will now live his senior years as an indoor cat, pampered and loved.
July is here and the flowers at our practice are in full bloom! While your pet's wellbeing is our utmost priority, we also strive to create a welcoming environment for you.
Holiday Hours for the Animal Hospital at Thorndale:
Thursday, July 4th - Closed
Friday, July 5th - Open
Saturday, July 6th - Closed
We will resume regular hours on Monday, July 8th.
Oreo is a handsome athlete who came in for the correction of his torn cranial cruciate ligament injury. This is the same issue frequently seen in people, but the repair is vastly unique to the dog.
Dr. Hobday, our board certified surgeon, performed a tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO). This procedure allows dogs to walk on their leg immediately following surgery and get back to normal activity in two months which is when we will see the radial bone cut healed. This procedure neutralizes sheer forces in the knee that occur when the cruciate ligament is damaged.
Here you can see that his preoperative tibial slope is 28 degrees and the postoperative tibial slope is a neutral 5 degrees.
We know that your pet is your family. Throughout the month of June, we will celebrate Pet Preparedness Month by sharing practical tips on keeping these unique, special members of your family safe in case of emergency.
Want to know more? Visit https://www.ready.gov/pets
After little Rui was found as a stray, his new owners decided to welcome him into their home. This sweet kitten came to visit us yesterday to make sure that he starts his new life in the healthiest way possible.
Rui is now up-to-date with his vaccinations. He was also treated for ear mites. These minuscule pests can cause itching, irritation, and damage to the cat's ear if left untreated. Fortunately, ear mites can be identified under the microscope. Routine vet care as well as flea and tick prevention are the best ways to keep your cat free from ear mites.
From stray to family member, Rui is feeling pretty pawome these days!
Is this footage of Sally feeling super snuggly during her recent visit or me struggling to wake up this Monday morning? That cute nose poking out most definitely belongs to Sally!
Happy Friday! Yukon is welcoming the weekend with smiles and enthusiasm!
We think it is safe to assume that Pretzel enjoyed his peanut butter treat during his recent visit 🥜
An abscess forms when a wound heals over on its surface, thus sealing the deeper infection inside.
In this case, the abscess developed following a bite wound. Diseased tissue and the inflammatory cells liquify into pus which breaks through the overlying surface skin and drains. This leads to foul odor, pain, and discomfort. Our team lanced the infected area and drained the wound to help this pet feel better.
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19335
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Is this footage of Sally feeling super snuggly during her recent visit or me struggling to wake up this Monday morning? That cute nose poking out most definitely belongs to Sally!
An abscess forms when a wound heals over on its surface, thus sealing the deeper infection inside. In this case, the abscess developed following a bite wound. Diseased tissue and the inflammatory cells liquify into pus which breaks through the overlying surface skin and drains. This leads to foul odor, pain, and discomfort. Our team lanced the infected area and drained the wound to help this pet feel better.
When your pet isn't acting like themselves, we know that figuring out what is wrong and how to help them is your top priority! Getting the correct diagnosis is essential to putting your pet on the path to better health. We are very grateful to have board-certified radiologist Dr. Simpler on our team at the Animal Hospital at Thorndale. She is a crucial piece of diagnosing our patients. Here is Dr. Simpler with Moose, who has not been eating and needs some answers to get back to his normal self.
Need a midweek pick-me-up? We have you covered! Let these adorable baby chicks brighten your day.
Just When You Think You've Seen Everything: Surgery Edition Board-certified surgeon Dr. Hobday has preformed her fair share of foreign body removal procedures. However, there was nothing routine about the excessive amount of yarn removed from the stomach of a distressed dog recently after eating a large portion of a crocheted blanket. The surgery was a success and the patient is recovering well!
Say hello to Dinah! She is a truly special patient with an equally wonderful family. Dinah is a sweet Shepherd Mix who will be 11 years old at the end of February. She is currently receiving weekly acupuncture treatments with Dr. Joanna Murray for hind limb weakness and generalized arthritis. Her family has been working hard to provide her with a multimodal approach to keep her comfortable, to maintain good mobility, and to slow down the progression of any weakness associated with her condition. Want to learn more about acupuncture and if it could be the correct treatment for your pet? Call us today to book an acupuncture consultation with Dr. Joanna Murray.
Gilda's family arrived at her appointment braced for bad news when their senior princess began losing use of her back legs. She was diagnosed with neurological disease which was causing the hind leg weakness. Now that she has begun treatment, Gilda is literally back on her feet!
Chester came in recently after noticeable weight loss and frequent vomiting. After a thorough examination and testing, Chester was diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD). Since Chester began his treatment approximately 2 weeks ago, he has ceased vomiting and is feeling great! Chester also has food allergies. Dr. Java is continuing to work with Chester and his family to help him manage his IBD with a treatment plan that is personalized to his specific needs.
Footage from Dr. Hobday's Christmas Eve surgery to remove tinsel and other foreign material from a cat named Heartthrob Rob.
During a recent sedated airway exam on our patient India, our surgeon Dr. Hobday discovered a very large polyp. Dr. Hobday was able to completely remove the polyp. India has been doing well since this procedure! Nasopharyngeal Polyps, commonly referred to as polyps, are frequently seen in cats. These structures typically arise from the middle ear and often extend into the nasopharynx. This is the area that connects the nasal cavity to the back of the airway or soft palate, as shown in this video. Polyps can cause respiratory noise, sneezing, and nasal discharge because of their location. They are benign structures. However, they can grow so large that they can cause an obstruction of the nasopharynx. Treatment for polyps is removal by surgery. If the entire polyp is not completely removed, regrowth is common. Our skilled team is dedicated to helping your pet live their healthiest life possible.
Gorgeous Mudd enjoyed her mini pedi when she came in to see us recently! Clipping a cat's nails can be a challenge but our team has the skill, patience, and the much needed second set of hands to make the task as stress free as possible for your pet.
Mannie is making the big decisions this Monday morning. Which bed should he spend this chilly day snuggling in?
While exploring the rest of the abdomen during Ellie's surgery, Dr. Hobday also found and removed a bladder stone. Thorough, detail-oriented care is our priority.
Our patient Ellie was recently diagnosed with pyometra. Pyometra is a life threatening infection of the uterus in unspayed dogs and cats. The uterus fills with copious amounts of bacteria and pus. Thankfully, our skilled surgeon, Dr. Hobday, was able to remove the uterus.
Yay! Catnip! 🎉
Birthday treat? Yes please!
Rest assured, zombie dogs have not taken over the Animal Hospital at Thorndale 🧟♂️ Dr. Java used fluorescein dye to check Foster for a corneal ulcer after he sustained trauma to his eye. After staining the eye, a blue light was used to identify any concerning areas on his eye.
Winston - 1, Monday Blues - 0
🖤 Mannie Monday 🖤 Mannie just wants to say hello!
Gray skies got you down? Adorable Tony is here to brighten your day!
We are a full-service veterinary hospital which offers high quality diagnostic, surgical, and medical procedures. Our mission is to provide the best possible medical and surgical care available to all our patients, throughout their lives, in a professional and caring environment. Beyond the routine and advanced care that we provide in our own hospital, we also offer referrals to appropriate area veterinary specialists when in your pet's best interests. Our highly trained staff participate in continuing education year-round, so we can offer the most up to date and optimal diagnostic and treatment plans for your pet. Our doctors and staff devote their time, attention and skill to provide each patient with individualized care and each client a warm personal experience. We know your pets are members of your family and we will treat them as though they are members of our own.
