Business Details
34 Years
experience
Compassionate Veterinary Care for Your Beloved Pets
At Goodfriends Veterinary Clinic, we are deeply committed to fostering lifelong, healthy relationships between pets and their owners. Founded in 1992, our East Lyme-based practice combines compassionate care with advanced medical technology to serve small animals through comprehensive wellness exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, and preventive care. Our team prioritizes routine health assessments, dental care, and diagnostic services like radiology and ultrasonography, ensuring pets receive tailored, proactive treatment.We emphasize client education through resources like our pet health library and symptom checker, empowering owners to make informed decisions. With a focus on community trust and expertise, we provide personalized attention, treating every pet as if it were our own while maintaining transparency and ethical standards in all interactions.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Surgical Procedures
Dental Care
Diagnostic Imaging
Preventive Care
Geriatric Care
Microchipping
Euthanasia Services
Specialist Referrals
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in small animal veterinary care since 1992.
- Our team uses state-of-the-art medical equipment for accurate diagnostics and treatment.
- We provide comprehensive preventive care programs to avoid serious health issues.
- Our compassionate staff treats every pet with personalized attention and care.
- We offer educational resources to help pet owners make informed healthcare decisions.
What people say
Gentle with animals
Knowledgeable staff
Clean environment
Thorough explanations
Caring team
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams assess pets' overall health through physical evaluations, bloodwork, and diagnostic testing. These annual visits help detect early signs of disease while providing tailored preventive care recommendations. Our veterinarians examine eyes, ears, skin, cardiovascular systems, and more to ensure optimal health.
Surgical Procedures
We perform various soft tissue surgeries including spays/neuters, mass removals, and ophthalmic procedures. Our surgical protocols prioritize patient safety with pre-anesthetic bloodwork, advanced monitoring, and post-operative pain management. Surgeries address both medical conditions and preventive health needs.
Dental Care
Our dental services include professional cleanings, extractions, and periodontal disease treatment. Regular dental care prevents systemic infections that can affect vital organs. We educate owners on home care techniques while using modern equipment to maintain oral health.
Diagnostic Imaging
Digital radiography and ultrasonography help diagnose internal conditions affecting organs, bones, and soft tissues. These non-invasive tools enable accurate assessments of heart, lung, and abdominal health while minimizing radiation exposure through advanced technology.
Preventive Care
Our preventive programs focus on vaccinations, parasite control, and nutrition counseling to avoid preventable diseases. We recommend annual fecal tests, heartworm screening, and tick prevention tailored to local disease prevalence in Southeastern Connecticut.
People
Dr. Jennifer Dinwoodie
Veterinarian and Practice Owner
Dr. Dinwoodie joined Goodfriends Veterinary Clinic in 2014 and became an owner in 2018. She brings extensive experience in small animal medicine while maintaining the clinic's tradition of high-quality, compassionate care for East Lyme pets.
Questions
What services does Goodfriends Veterinary Clinic offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, dental care, diagnostic imaging, preventive care programs, geriatric care, and specialist referrals for small animals.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
We do not provide after-hours emergency services. For urgent care needs, we recommend contacting local emergency clinics in Southeastern Connecticut.
What are your clinic hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-12pm, and closed Sundays. Please call ahead for urgent scheduling needs during operating hours.
Do you accept pet insurance?
We accept all major pet insurance plans. Clients should verify coverage details with their providers before services and submit claims directly for reimbursement.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, credit cards, and CareCredit financing. Payment is required at the time of service unless prior arrangements have been made.
