Client Education

Ensuring a happy and safe home environment

One of the goals at Animal Hospital of Ludington, besides keeping your animals in tip-top health, is to help create the steadfast bonds between pet owners and their furry family members. This heartfelt mission includes client education.  

With decades of experience helped to foster our opinion, we feel that informed pet parents have the happiest, healthiest four-footed companions. A topic we are asked about frequently is ensuring that pets get along with younger children. Safety is a normal concern – and setting boundaries is key. 

Learning dog’s body language is very important to maintaining a safe and harmonious household. We feel that this video does a great job of illustrating behaviors to look for that might precede a bite.  It’s been reported that 77% of dog bites to children happen with a family or friend’s dog. To do better, let’s learn the body language that communicates when dogs are uncomfortable. 

We welcome your questions and a dialogue to continue the discussion at your next visit. Keeping all the two- and four-footed family members safe is our ultimate wish. 

Click here to watch Subtle Signs of Stress video.

  • What our clients have to say…

    Lisa VogelLisa Vogel
    12:33 30 Jul 22
    Dr Paxton saw my 15.5 year old dog yesterday and was so kind and responsive. My dog had developed a honking cough, and at his age, anything like this gives me great concern. He did a thorough exam, my dog was super comfortable with him and his tech, and it was refreshing to visit a vet who doesn’t up-sell with a battery of tests. Excellent service from everyone, reasonably priced.
    Joslyn DeBoodeJoslyn DeBoode
    14:36 07 Jul 22
    We were camping just south of Ludington and needed a vet for our pup. They were able to get us in and help us out with no problems. It was so great!! Staff was so friendly and helpful! We are grateful for their assistance!!
    Becky HaissBecky Haiss
    01:22 21 Apr 22
    Very accommodating to us. We're able to squeeze us in for an emergency visit when our dog was sick. Helpful and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
    Paula MPaula M
    13:03 11 Apr 22
    Pet seen for preventative care and spay surgery. All options and prices were clearly outlined prior to procedure. Opted for laser surgery, pet healed very well with no complications. Dr. Denies and her staff keep me updated throughout pet visit. Have used this facility over the years for my pets and they have treated them kindly.
    Brittany HoldenBrittany Holden
    00:59 21 Mar 22
    Love this clinic! Everyone from the ladies who greet us at the front desk to the veterinarians are incredibly kind. Dr. Deines has taken great care of my dog and cat for the last year or so. She takes the time to answer all of my questions (sometimes before I've even asked!) and she puts myself and my pets at ease. I recommend this clinic to anyone looking for great care for their pet(s)!
    Loren BachLoren Bach
    22:52 08 Mar 22
    We recently moved to Ludington and I polled my neighbors about a local vet. Very happy that we had a recommendation to start with Animal Hospital of Ludington.Unfortunately, my previously healthy older small dog developed a heart valve problem. Dr. Deines worked with me to try medications. Eventually I needed to have my dog euthanized but Dr. Deines and all the staff, were so kind and explained everything so it made it an easier time for me and my husband.Our younger dog is doing well and she will continue care with the Ludington Animal Hospital. Thank you so much for your care and attention.
    Diann Neil EngbladeDiann Neil Engblade
    01:23 24 Feb 22
    We have been clients of Animal Hospital of Ludington for at least 20 years. They take wonderful care of our animals and their compassion when having to euthanize animals is wonderful. I highly recommend them
    Janet BAXTERJanet BAXTER
    01:38 29 Jan 22
    Thank you Steve for the wonderful job you have done on Willie's toe nails!!! They are short again and no rough edges. I know he is a handful but thank you for doing a great job! You have been a friend and trusted vet to us for many years. Please don't retire too soon. Only thing missing is the toenail polish! LOL
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