Oxford Veterinary Hospital

Appointment Policy

 

To allow ample time for all patients and scheduled surgical procedures, we operate primarily by appointment. Emergency cases shall always receive top priority, which is why occasional appointment delay is inevitable. Please realize that we make a sincere attempt to see each client on time.

 


For your convenience, drop-off' appointments are available. A 'drop off' means you could bring your pet at the time that works best for you and leave him/her with us for a couple of hours. Usually we will ask you to drop off' sometime in the morning so our doctors can examine the patient in between appointments or at the time purposely reserved for admitted patients.A through history must be taken a time of making appointment or when dropping off, also we need someone to be available via phone if the doctor where to need more information. Once the doctor is done, she will give you a call to go over the diagnosis and to give you discharge instructions.

 

For the safety of all animals in our care, we require that all vaccinations be up to date. Even though we make every effort to make our patients feel comfortable during visits, they may be a little uneasy about new people, new surroundings and other pets. This is one of the reasons we ask you to restrain your pet. We recommend that animals be placed on a leash or in pet carriers before entering the waiting room.


Patient Arrival Policy

For your protection, and that of others, all dogs must be on a leash and properly controlled while in the waiting area or exam rooms.

All cats must be presented in an appropriate cat carrier or on a leash.

                                                        Spay/Neuter Certificates

We accept Spay & Neuter Certificates from all major sponsoring agencies as payment in full for adopted, rescued, and feral (free-roaming) animals only.   Presurgical exam and vaccine updates are required before surgery will be scheduled.  This cost is not covered by the certificates.  Please discuss in advance arrangements for capturing and handling free roaming cats.

Spay and neuters performed on animals not meeting this criteria will be charged at the regular rates with the certificate accepted as partial payment.

Payment Policy

We require full payment at the time that services are rendered. For your convenience, we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express cash and personal checks.