Bulletin #68

Inside this issue:

Meet Our New Groomer...

    We are pleased to welcome Dani as our new groomer at our West Esplanade Outpatient Clinic.  She was born in New Orleans and has lived in the area her entire life.  A recent graduated of Angel's Grooming Academy, she is a welcome addition to our clinic and our existing grooming staff.  Dani has turned a lifetime love of animals into a new and fulfilling career.
     Dani is the proud owner of a 95 pound Rottweiler-Lab mix, Teddy, who is pictured with her below, and a cat named Fluffy.  Dani welcomes the opportunity to meet your family's little ones.  You can make an appointment by calling our West Esplanade Clinic at 455-2345.  Book an appointment with her for a bath and clip between now and December 15, 2004 and receive 10% off with the coupon below! 

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                    Volume 6, Issue 11                               




In time for the Holidays!

Christmas Pet Photos will be taken at our Main Hospital-101 Metairie Road Wednesday December 1st
from 5-9 pm.

The following packages are available:


(2) 5 x 7s -$15

  1. 5 x 7 with (4) wallets-$15
  2. 8 x 10 with (1) 5 x 7 and (4) wallets-$25
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                    Volume 6, Issue 11                               

Employee of the Month

Doug Buckler is our November Employee of the Month.  He has been with us for 6 months as a Veterinary Assistant and he is doing an excellent job.  Doug is originally from Michigan where he served 5 years in the U.S. Army with the Airborne Infintry. He moved to New Olreans 3 years ago and is currently in school studying to be a school teacher.  In his free time, Doug enjoys playing the guitar and making Mardi Gras Birdhouses to sell on Ebay.  We appreciate the great job Doug has done and we are proud to have him with us!   

What's Your Diagnosis?

This is the picture of the mouth of a two year old, male neutered cat.  He was presented with a complaint of lethargy and not eating.  On physical exam, the cat had moderate amount of tarter on his teeth.  He also had severe gingivitis and ulcers on his gums and in the back of his mouth. 

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                    Volume 6, Issue 11                               

Metairie Small Animal Hospital
101 Metairie Rd             (835-4266)
5040 West Esplanade     (455-2345)
4041 Williams Blvd.       (443-4400)

Our
Mission Statement


Metairie Small Animal Hospital is committed to providing the highest quality medical and surgical care for our  clients in a humane, compassionate and caring environment . We will   strive   to  maintain  an  open,  honest relationship  with  our  clientele.  We will constantly improve our   care  and  skills   through    educational    enhancement  and personal dedication to our profession.

Phone: 504-835-4266
Fax: 504-835-4306
Email: info@msah.com


This diagnosis was Feline  stomatitis.  This is a very severe inflammatory condition on cats oral cavities.  There are different theories for its cause.  Treatment involves a dental cleaning if teeth are dirty.  Then either steroids alone or a combination of antibiotics and steroids.

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                    Volume 6, Issue 11                               

The Silver Collar Pet Boutique

Visit the Silver Collar Pet Boutique for great items for you and your
pampered pet!  We've got a large selection of new items for the
winter months so be sure to stop by!

Leopard Print Jacket
with faux fur collar!
Now 25% OFF!

These fun shirts will help keep your pets warm this winter!