I started bringing my chihuahua here many years ago at the recommendation of a colleague. At that time, he had been diagnosed by another vet in town with an auto-immune disease, and had definitely see... Read More
I started bringing my chihuahua here many years ago at the recommendation of a colleague. At that time, he had been diagnosed by another vet in town with an auto-immune disease, and had definitely seen better days. I felt as though he wasn't receiving the best care, and was quite frustrated. So we went to Dr. Schlabach for a look-see.While the diagnosis was correct, the approach was all wrong according to "Doc" (as us long-timers affectionately call him). He had it all turned around in no time, and my little guy frolicked again as if nothing had ever happened.Fair warning, "Doc" doesn't beat around the bush, nor does he sugar coat anything. He's incredibly matter of fact, and very technical. I love this, but his approach may not suit everyone. (You will be fussed at for having an overweight animal too!)In all these years, "Little Dog" brought some serious challenges to the staff, which include, but are certainly not limited to:- a chicken bone (that some ass threw out on the ground) which became stuck in his intestinal tract when he swallowed it whole- an attack by a Jack Russell Terrier (scary serious)- when "Big Dog" accidentally crashed into "Little Dog", spraining a tendonHe also had to undergo the surgical removal of most of his teeth, issues with oxalate crystals, blockages in the urethra, cataracts, and eventually (very sadly) kidney failure.My chihuahua had seen many good days and a number of bad, and passed away a few days after his 16th birthday. I honestly think if it weren't for the excellent care of Doc and his staff, my best friend would not have made it that far with such a great quality of life, despite all his health issues.For many years, the chihuahua and I worked as a team fostering other dogs that needed a little more TLC before they were ready for a new, forever home. Doc and his staff have always been incredibly helpful with all of our fosters too.Even though this hospital is quite the drive from my neck of the woods, I refuse to go elsewhere. Read Less