Brookside Veterinary Hospital

read moreIf you live in the Bridgeport/Trumbull area in CT then you have picked the perfect site to find a veterinarian. Dr. Howard Hochman, Dr Daniel Hochman licensed veterinarians, treating all types of pets and animals including guinea pigs, ferrets and hamsters. Your pet's health and well being is very important to us and we will take every step to give your pet the best possible care. Brookside Veterinary Hospital is a full service animal hospital and will take both emergency cases as well as less urgent medical, surgical, dental issues.

read moreBrookside Veterinary Hospital is proud to serve the Bridgeport CT area for everything pet related. Our veterinary clinic and animal hospital is run by Dr. Daniel Hochman, who is a licensed, experienced Bridgeport veterinarian. Our team is committed to educating our clients in how to keep your pets healthy year round, with good nutrition and exercise. Brookside Veterinary Hospital stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian technology and above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every check-up, procedure, or surgery.

read moreOur appointment book is computerized which allows us to efficiently make appointments for you and your pet. Our receptionists and team will attempt to accommodate all requests to the best of our ability. Emergencies are accepted anytime our clinic is open. If you feel you have an emergency with your pet, please call us or come to the hospital immediately. If possible it is best to call before coming in so that a staff member can advise you on your particular emergency. We have a veterinarian and personnel on duty 5 days a week who are trained and equipped to handle any urgent care your pet has.

read moreWhen you are looking for a veterinary care clinic you should be able to count on superior care and excellent service. We at Brookside Veterinary Hospital in Bridgeport CT have assembled an expert team of veterinary professionals to bring you the best possible healthcare for your pet. We have a state of the art veterinary facility which is clean, comfortable, and efficient. Call 203-374-6149 to schedule an appointment and we will find a time that is convenient for you. Once a year, you should take your pet in for a check-up.

read moreSelect your new dog with your lifestyle and living situation in mind. In addition to your new family member's personality, consider its temperament, size, and coat as well. Some breeds have traits that may be objectionable in certain circumstances, such as hyper excitability or a tendency to bark. Your veterinarian is a valuable resource and should be consulted before you acquire a pet of any kind. There are two types of dogs--purebred and mixed breed. The 124 recognized breeds are grouped into seven categories: hound, working, terrier, toy, sporting, non-sporting, and herding.

read moreThe AVMA recognizes that ferrets are being kept as pets and for research purposes. In those states or areas where ferret ownership is legal, the AVMA recommends responsible ferret ownership. This includes knowledge pertaining to ferret husbandry (care, nutrition, housing, and the species' habits). It is also recommended that no ferret be left unattended with any individual incapable of removing himself or herself from the ferret. It is also important that your ferret have proper care by a veterinarian legally authorized to practice veterinary medicine.

read moreVeterinary care is crucial and effective for a wide variety of conditions. The following is a partial list of some of the most common. If you do not see your pet's specific condition listed, we encourage you to give us a call so we can personally address your particular concerns.

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