FAQs

Each individual procedure will vary from pet to pet and condition to condition. Typically, a physical examination, review of the patient’s medical history and blood work are recommended with older patients. These precautions will make a procedure as safe as possible with a senior pet. As with any surgery, there is some risk involved especially if anesthesia is involved. Hancock Animal Clinic takes every precaution to keep your pet safe during all procedures.

For young and adult animals who are generally healthy, Hancock Animal Clinic recommends yearly exams. For more senior and sick animals, more frequent exams and blood work are recommended to stay on top of any illness.

Having healthy teeth, gums and mouth is a big step to keeping harmful bacteria and septic infections from setting in and making your animal companion very sick.

Hancock Animal Clinic does not recommend sterilization surgery until your pet is at least 16 weeks of age and fully vaccinated. This gives the animal time to mature and give optimal healing potential. A sterilization procedure can also be done on adult animals as well.

Heartworms are a deadly parasite that are transferred by mosquitoes to our pets. Prevention is the best way to treat heartworms. Hancock Animal Clinic carries a variety of preventative products in house.

Payment is due at the time of service, but we do take Care Credit. We do not offer any other payment plans.