Pain management in our patients is one of the most important things that we do here at The Pet Doctor.  We treat pain in pets for many different reasons, from surgical pain, to injuries, to chronic conditions such as arthritis.  It is important to have your pet seen at a veterinary hospital that provides comprehensive [...] Read More

Here are the two top entries we received for the Victoria Stilwell Contest.  Leave a comment on our Facebook Page for which entry deserves to go see Victoria.  We will count each comment only one comment per person will be counted. Voting will end Saturday April 2nd, 2011 Entry One My Name is Kona, I am [...] Read More

It’s flea and tick time! Here are some helpful hints on how to treat and control these pests. Read More

Does my cat need to go to the vet? If you are concerned about ANY signs that you are seeing in your pet, the answer to that question is ALWAYS “YES!” At The Pet Doctor, we will always see your pet the same day for any injury or illness that concerns you.  You know your [...] Read More

Brad Watts and I (Marcy Hammerle DVM) spent the day on Monday at the St. Louis Area Foodbank.  The Pet Doctor received a grant from an organization called Pets of the Homeless. I read about the organization and the things that they do in a veterinary trade journal a few months ago and decided that I [...] Read More

What it takes to be a good veterinarian…… A person who is self-confident enough to take on a variety of cases, but can seek input when things aren’t going as planned. A person who can express themselves clearly and can adapt to a variety of communication styles. A person who can do a thorough physical [...] Read More

Rapunzel or Punzie as her mom calls her is a 5 month old Boggle. She just graduated from her puppy kindergarten class and now knows how to sit, lay down, give her paws and most importantly COME when called. Punzie is a very playful puppy that is still learning how to walk on her leash [...] Read More