Friends, products & resources
Here’s a list of people, products and informational resources that Dr. Kassell wholeheartedly recommends!
Veterinarians
Conventional veterinarians
Dr. Andrea Niggemeier, DVM, Andorra Veterinary Clinic, Lafayette Hill, PA; (610) 825-6622
One Love Veterinary Clinic, Germantown, Philadelphia; (215) 843-5952
Dr. Julia Lane, VMD, Village Vets, Plymouth Meeting, PA; (484) 820-1700
The Animedic Veterinary Hospital, Manayunk, Philadelphia; (267) 297-7950
Dr. Kathy Trow, VMD, Unity Animal Hospital, Wallingford, PA; (610) 285-9889
Companion Pet Hospital, Center City, Philadelphia; (215) 703-7387
Exotic animals and pocket pets
Dr. Adam Denish, VMD, Elkins Park Veterinary Hospital; (215) 866-2300
Emergency care
Blue Pearl Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, branches in Conshohocken, Levittown, and Philadelphia; (484) 567-7999
Metropolitan Veterinary Associates, Norristown, PA; (610) 666-1050
Veterinary Hospital, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; (215) 746-8911
VRC, Malvern, PA; (610) 647-2950
At-home euthanasia
Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice and In-Home Euthanasia
Holistic Veterinarians
There are regretfully few holistic veterinarians in the metropolitan Philadelphia area, but here are some resources that may be helpful if you’re looking for holistic care for your pet:
Charles Loops: Homeopathy and nutritional/nutraceutical phone consultations, based in North Carolina
AHMVA (American Holistic Medical Veterinary Association) veterinary locator
Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy veterinary locator
Veterinary acupuncture, rehabilitation and pain management
WAG (Whole Animal Gym)
Nutritional and other information
Cat Info: This wonderful website is full of excellent information about feline nutrition
Whole Dog Journal’s guide to home-prepared foods
Dog Aware also has excellent information about home-prepared food for dogs
Vaccine and infectious disease information
Dr. Jean Dodds’ Pet Health Resource Blog
Pet Services
In-home Pet Services
Furry Buddies: Veterinary technicians who can perform medical procedures such as administration of subcutaneous fluids and insulin injections, trim nails, pet sit, and more.
Dog walking and pet sitting
Queenie’s Pets, Philadelphia
Dog trainers
CJ Hazell, Philadelphia, PA. Email: Badog.Goodog.Trainer@gmail.com; Phone: (215) 848-2308, Text: (267) 250-4752
Chris Switky, Positive Canine Concepts; (215) 849-8617
Daniel at Mutthaviorist; (267) 261-2118
For puppy classes and other behavioral training: Opportunity Barks
Pet portraits
April Ziegler, Philadelphia portrait and pet photographer. (April took many of the fabulous photos on this site!)
Volunteering and pet adoption
New Leash on Life: A prison-dog training program, dedicated to improving the life of prisoners and saving the lives of dogs.
Animal Care and Control Team Philly: Provides shelter, care and lifesaving efforts for homeless, abandoned, and abused animals in Philadelphia.
Brenda’s Cat Rescue: An all volunteer non-profit rescue organization dedicated to ending the suffering of stray and abandoned cats through rescue, sterilization, education, and adoption.
PAWS: Animal shelter and provider of affordable, basic veterinary care (including low-cost spays, neuters, microchipping, and vaccines) for pet owners and rescue organizations that cannot otherwise access it.
Providence Animal Center, Media, PA: Animal shelter and provider of low-cost comprehensive veterinary care for all, including dental cleanings.
Products
Food
Weaver’s Way Pet Store (Across the Way), Philadelphia: a source of excellent dog and cat food, including raw foods (be sure to check out the freezer section!), supplements, and other supplies.
Northwest Naturals and Primal frozen and freeze-dried raw foods for dogs and cats. In Philadelphia, these are available at Weavers Way Co-op, Bone Appetite, and many other locations.
Whole food supplements
Pet Omega-3 Formula by Nordic Naturals. Available at Weavers Way Co-op and online. Particularly important for patients experiencing skin allergies and gastrointestinal and arthritic conditions.
Probiotics: Proviable. Available online. Especially good for dogs and cats with digestive issues or individuals who are or have been on antibiotics.
Cosequin, a glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate combination. Available online. Great for arthritic dogs and cats.
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