Business Details
Creature Comforts Veterinary Service is pleased to serve Saylorsburg, PA and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to provide you and your pets with the best veterinary experience possible. At Creature Comforts Veterinary Service, you can expect state of the art medical care for your four-legged companions. We believe in nurturing the human-animal bond and creating a harmonious relationship between people and animals.
You can expect to be greeted by a courteous receptionist, clean exam rooms, friendly doctors, and caring technicians. We appreciate the role we get to play in your pet's health care. We have been the first facility to be open 24/7, and continue to remain available to provide nursing care around the clock. Dr. Karin is a talented and gifted veterinarian.
She always answers my questions. I have the ultimate respect and trust in her as my dog's health care provider. Typically, I have a lot of questions for Dr. Karin and the staff as I need to feel informed and have as much knowledge as possible before making decisions that will impact the health and welfare of my dog.
You can expect to be greeted by a courteous receptionist, clean exam rooms, friendly doctors, and caring technicians. We appreciate the role we get to play in your pet's health care. We have been the first facility to be open 24/7, and continue to remain available to provide nursing care around the clock. Dr. Karin is a talented and gifted veterinarian.
She always answers my questions. I have the ultimate respect and trust in her as my dog's health care provider. Typically, I have a lot of questions for Dr. Karin and the staff as I need to feel informed and have as much knowledge as possible before making decisions that will impact the health and welfare of my dog.
Services
About
Creature Comforts Veterinary Service is proud to serve Saylorsburg, PA and surrounding areas.
We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service.
We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet, and giving them the same loving attention and care.
We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers who are devoted to giving our patients the best care possible.
If you have any questions about how we can care for your pet, please don't hesitate to call us at (570) 992-0400.
We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service.
We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet, and giving them the same loving attention and care.
We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers who are devoted to giving our patients the best care possible.
If you have any questions about how we can care for your pet, please don't hesitate to call us at (570) 992-0400.
Vet Services
Creature Comforts Veterinary Service is a 24-hour small animal and exotics AAHA hospital located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of northeast Pennsylvania.
We are well equipped and very progressive, with an emphasis on good client communications and excellent patient care.
We provide traditional and homeopathic care for patients of all small animal and exotics species.
Chiropractic, acupuncture and herbal medicine are routinely used along with standard medications to maximize benefits to our patients.
We are well equipped and very progressive, with an emphasis on good client communications and excellent patient care.
We provide traditional and homeopathic care for patients of all small animal and exotics species.
Chiropractic, acupuncture and herbal medicine are routinely used along with standard medications to maximize benefits to our patients.
AAHA-Accredited
Did you know that accreditation for animal hospitals is voluntary?
Surprising, isn't it?
Nearly 60 percent of pet owners believe that their pet's veterinary hospital is accredited when it is not.
In actuality, only 12-15% of animal hospitals have gone through the accreditation evaluation process by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).
We are proud to call ourselves an AAHA-accredited hospital.
In the United States, all human hospitals that serve people with Medicare must be accredited through an accrediting body; they undergo regular reviews and quality checks to ensure they meet standards of quality for every aspect of medical care.
Surprising, isn't it?
Nearly 60 percent of pet owners believe that their pet's veterinary hospital is accredited when it is not.
In actuality, only 12-15% of animal hospitals have gone through the accreditation evaluation process by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).
We are proud to call ourselves an AAHA-accredited hospital.
In the United States, all human hospitals that serve people with Medicare must be accredited through an accrediting body; they undergo regular reviews and quality checks to ensure they meet standards of quality for every aspect of medical care.
Clinic Tour
Before you come inside, we ask that your pet be restrained, either on a leash or in a pet carrier.
We are an extremely busy clinic, and you and your pet will most likely meet several other guests and their pets while you are here.
If you are unsure about how your pet will react, or if your pet is aggressive, we ask that you please put a muzzle on them before entering the building.
If you need assistance, briefly come inside without your pet.
We'll be happy to help you in any way we can.
Once you are inside, you should first check with our receptionist to let us know that you are here.
We are an extremely busy clinic, and you and your pet will most likely meet several other guests and their pets while you are here.
If you are unsure about how your pet will react, or if your pet is aggressive, we ask that you please put a muzzle on them before entering the building.
If you need assistance, briefly come inside without your pet.
We'll be happy to help you in any way we can.
Once you are inside, you should first check with our receptionist to let us know that you are here.
The History of Creature Comforts
Creature Comforts Veterinary Service was founded in 1986 by Dr. Karin-Susan Breitlauch.
The name was created during a particularly long and boring pharmacology class in 1984, when creature comforts were not a priority for students!
It is a "service" because it has always been the intention to offer more than just a hospital.
The first patient was a skunk, named Chanel, who was owned by a local artist, Hilda Espy, in Delaware Water Gap.
Pennsylvania passed its first rabies vaccination law which meant that there were many animals not yet vaccinated for the disease.
The name was created during a particularly long and boring pharmacology class in 1984, when creature comforts were not a priority for students!
It is a "service" because it has always been the intention to offer more than just a hospital.
The first patient was a skunk, named Chanel, who was owned by a local artist, Hilda Espy, in Delaware Water Gap.
Pennsylvania passed its first rabies vaccination law which meant that there were many animals not yet vaccinated for the disease.
Acupuncture
Many people are starting to explore other forms of medicine, other than traditional medicine.
This is also true in veterinary medicine.
Here at Creature Comforts Veterinary Service, we are excited to be able to offer holistic and traditional medicine to help our patients heal!
Acupuncture has been shown to help pets with pain, osteoarthritis, vomiting, cancer pain, endocrine disorders, and much more.
It helps pets even more than you and I might realize so be sure to discuss your pet's case with your veterinarian to see whether or not acupuncture might be helpful!
This is also true in veterinary medicine.
Here at Creature Comforts Veterinary Service, we are excited to be able to offer holistic and traditional medicine to help our patients heal!
Acupuncture has been shown to help pets with pain, osteoarthritis, vomiting, cancer pain, endocrine disorders, and much more.
It helps pets even more than you and I might realize so be sure to discuss your pet's case with your veterinarian to see whether or not acupuncture might be helpful!
Adoptions
At Creature Comforts we are constantly taking in animals that need good homes.
We have many cats and dogs (and sometimes other animals) up for adoption.
We are a little picky about who can adopt a pet because we want these animals to go to the very best homes they can, so we require an Adoption Agreement to be signed by anyone that would like to adopt a pet.
We are in the process of moving our adoption services to a non-profit call KuRita Adoptions.
We have many cats and dogs (and sometimes other animals) up for adoption.
We are a little picky about who can adopt a pet because we want these animals to go to the very best homes they can, so we require an Adoption Agreement to be signed by anyone that would like to adopt a pet.
We are in the process of moving our adoption services to a non-profit call KuRita Adoptions.
Chiropractic
Just as humans can, animals can experience health benefits from chiropractics.
The alignment if the spine is tied to numerous health issues, many of which can be resolved through chiropractic care.
Animals can benefit greatly from spinal adjustments, reducing pain or discomfort associated with medical conditions.
We are highly trained and knowledgeable when it comes to chiropractic care, so you can rest assured your animal is in good hands.
The alignment if the spine is tied to numerous health issues, many of which can be resolved through chiropractic care.
Animals can benefit greatly from spinal adjustments, reducing pain or discomfort associated with medical conditions.
We are highly trained and knowledgeable when it comes to chiropractic care, so you can rest assured your animal is in good hands.
Diagnostics
We have state of the art diagnostic tools that allow our staff to better diagnose your pet's condition or illness.
It is our commitment to stay on the cutting edge of diagnostic technology.
Having these advanced diagnostic tools allows us to examine specific areas more closely and provide a quicker and more accurate diagnosis.
To learn more about how we can help your pet with our diagnostic tools, contact us today at (570) 992-0400.
It is our commitment to stay on the cutting edge of diagnostic technology.
Having these advanced diagnostic tools allows us to examine specific areas more closely and provide a quicker and more accurate diagnosis.
To learn more about how we can help your pet with our diagnostic tools, contact us today at (570) 992-0400.
Emergency Service
Creature Comforts Veterinary Service is the only clinic in the Poconos to offer around the clock emergency service.
No matter what time of day or night, we are here to help your pet.
If you have an emergency, call us as quickly as you can.
Our receptionists and technicians can give you immediate information over the phone, and by calling ahead it lets us prepare for your pet's emergency needs.
If it's the middle of the night and a doctor is not in the building, this gives them time to get to the clinic and get ready to help your pet.
No matter what time of day or night, we are here to help your pet.
If you have an emergency, call us as quickly as you can.
Our receptionists and technicians can give you immediate information over the phone, and by calling ahead it lets us prepare for your pet's emergency needs.
If it's the middle of the night and a doctor is not in the building, this gives them time to get to the clinic and get ready to help your pet.
Integrative Veterinary Medicine
Integrative medicine involves treating the whole animal.
Our goal is to help a patient any way we can.
We apply traditional medicine and different forms of holistic medicine, including acupuncture, nutrition, supplements, and much more.
We have found out that patients heal better with fewer side effects when we combine traditional medicine with holistic medicine.
We can give the pet less prescription medicine while continuing to see the results we want.
We also have a lot of success giving patients a better quality of life as they age when we combine all types of medication until we achieve the desired result.
Our goal is to help a patient any way we can.
We apply traditional medicine and different forms of holistic medicine, including acupuncture, nutrition, supplements, and much more.
We have found out that patients heal better with fewer side effects when we combine traditional medicine with holistic medicine.
We can give the pet less prescription medicine while continuing to see the results we want.
We also have a lot of success giving patients a better quality of life as they age when we combine all types of medication until we achieve the desired result.
Laser Surgery
We are proud to offer laser surgery and therapy for our patients.
Laser procedures allow us to reduce the bleeding and swelling of surgery, making it both safer and less invasive.
Laser therapy also reduces pain and recovery time, helping your pet get back to their normal self more quickly.
We are dedicated to utilizing the highest standard of veterinary technology, and laser therapy is one of the ways in which we stay on the cutting edge of our field.
If you have any questions or concerns about how laser therapy can benefit your pet, please contact us today.
Laser procedures allow us to reduce the bleeding and swelling of surgery, making it both safer and less invasive.
Laser therapy also reduces pain and recovery time, helping your pet get back to their normal self more quickly.
We are dedicated to utilizing the highest standard of veterinary technology, and laser therapy is one of the ways in which we stay on the cutting edge of our field.
If you have any questions or concerns about how laser therapy can benefit your pet, please contact us today.
Nutritional Counseling
Creature Comforts Veterinary Service offers nutritional counseling for pet owners of Saylorsburg, PA and surrounding communities.
If you have any questions about your pet's diet or would like more information about your pet's nutritional needs, please contact us today.
We can set up a nutrition plan for your pet.
Obesity is a common problem among pets, as it can be easy to over-feed a pet that knows how to beg.
But being overweight is a serious problem for animals, and can cause real health problems as they get older.
If you have any questions about your pet's diet or would like more information about your pet's nutritional needs, please contact us today.
We can set up a nutrition plan for your pet.
Obesity is a common problem among pets, as it can be easy to over-feed a pet that knows how to beg.
But being overweight is a serious problem for animals, and can cause real health problems as they get older.
Orthopedics
We offer a variety of solutions and treatments for your pet's orthopedic issues.
We understand that orthopedic problems can be a big challenge for both pets and pet owners so we are dedicated to working with you and communicating with you throughout the process.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about our orthopedic capabilities or how we can care for your pet, please contact us today.
We understand that orthopedic problems can be a big challenge for both pets and pet owners so we are dedicated to working with you and communicating with you throughout the process.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about our orthopedic capabilities or how we can care for your pet, please contact us today.
Pet Insurance
Pet insurance pays, partly or in total, for veterinary treatment of the insured person's ill or injured pet.
Some policies will pay out when the pet dies, or if it is lost or stolen.
As veterinary medicine is increasingly employing expensive medical techniques and drugs, and owners have higher expectations for their pets' health care and standard of living than previously, the market for pet insurance has increased.
Pet insurance companies are beginning to offer the pet owner more of an ability to customize their coverage by allowing them to choose their own level of deductible or co-insurance.
Some policies will pay out when the pet dies, or if it is lost or stolen.
As veterinary medicine is increasingly employing expensive medical techniques and drugs, and owners have higher expectations for their pets' health care and standard of living than previously, the market for pet insurance has increased.
Pet insurance companies are beginning to offer the pet owner more of an ability to customize their coverage by allowing them to choose their own level of deductible or co-insurance.
Pharmacy
It is our goal to provide you with complete veterinary care in a professional and accessible atmosphere.
That is why we offer a fully stocked pharmacy to fill your pet's prescription needs.
Having an on-site pharmacy provides you with a more convenient way to get your pet's medication.
We hope that this will save you time and ultimately enhance your experience with us.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about your pet's medication, please contact us today.
That is why we offer a fully stocked pharmacy to fill your pet's prescription needs.
Having an on-site pharmacy provides you with a more convenient way to get your pet's medication.
We hope that this will save you time and ultimately enhance your experience with us.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about your pet's medication, please contact us today.
Preventative Medicine
Preventative medicine is important when our pets are young, but as our pets age, and become prone to certain disease processes, annual exams and blood work become even more important.
Annual exams and simple blood work to check liver and kidney values, along with thyroid function have the potential to alert us to early changes that may give us important information about your pet's health.
We understand the changes your pet will have as they become older, and we also know the importance of keeping your pet healthy as they enter their golden years.
Annual exams and simple blood work to check liver and kidney values, along with thyroid function have the potential to alert us to early changes that may give us important information about your pet's health.
We understand the changes your pet will have as they become older, and we also know the importance of keeping your pet healthy as they enter their golden years.
Surgery
We are proud to provide Saylorsburg, PA and surrounding communities with state-of-the-art veterinary surgical procedures.
We believe in utilizing the highest level of medical technology, and our surgeons are experienced and highly trained.
We also realize that it can be stressful to have your pet undergo surgery.
We want to assure you that your pet is in good hands, and that we will do everything to provide the best care possible.
We will communicate with you about the things you need to know before, during, and after your pet's surgery.
We believe in utilizing the highest level of medical technology, and our surgeons are experienced and highly trained.
We also realize that it can be stressful to have your pet undergo surgery.
We want to assure you that your pet is in good hands, and that we will do everything to provide the best care possible.
We will communicate with you about the things you need to know before, during, and after your pet's surgery.
Vaccinations
At Creature Comforts Veterinary Service in Saylorsburg, PA, we believe that one of the most important aspects of caring for your pet's health is vaccinating him or her against potential diseases.
There are a variety of diseases which affect our pets and other animals.
This makes proper vaccination vital in protecting them from the many types of illnesses they are susceptible to.
It's important to consult with us about the unique risks of living in our region.
We will be happy to discuss the benefits of protecting your pet with vaccinations, as well as, provide you with information on the required vaccinations for your pet.
There are a variety of diseases which affect our pets and other animals.
This makes proper vaccination vital in protecting them from the many types of illnesses they are susceptible to.
It's important to consult with us about the unique risks of living in our region.
We will be happy to discuss the benefits of protecting your pet with vaccinations, as well as, provide you with information on the required vaccinations for your pet.
