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County Animal Hospital LTD.
14020 Manchester Road
Manchester, MO 63011
Email: Contact@countyanimalhosp.com
Trainer@countyanimalhosp.com
Located in West St. Louis County behind McDonald’s restaurant at Weidman Road
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Open late and on weekends to better serve you!
| Monday | 8am - 8pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 8pm |
| Friday | 8am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 4pm |
Please call 636-256-7387
or 636-256-8387
Our friendly staff is waiting to help you with all of your veterinary needs!
Total Hip Replacement
for Dogs
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| My dog Obi, a Shar-Pei, had TTA surgery performed by Dr. Vitucci in April. Two years ago she had TPLO surgery on the other knee. Dr. Vitucci thoroughly explained the procedure and took lots of time with us at each visit. The outcome has been terrific. Obi seemed to recover much more quickly and with less discomfort than her TPLO surgery. She is back to walking normally and does not favor the leg at all. If you have a dog with a ruptured ACL please consider this surgery. We couldn't be happier with the results. | ||
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There is no better vet in the state of Mo. We felt that the entire procedure was a little high. However i will never trust my baby to anyone else. There is no doubt that he knows what he is doing. I guess you get what you pay for. | ||
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Our 10 yr old Yorkie, Jami, had been a very active and playful dog most of her life. But around age 8, she stopped wanting to go for walks. It then progressed to where she couldn’t get up and down steps very well. Then very quickly she was not able to get up and often collapsed on her rear end. She could barely get up. It was devastating to see our beautiful and happy dog this way. She had level 3 & 4 luxated patellas on her knees. At this point, the only choice for her was surgery to re-align her knee caps and torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). We knew there was no other facility that we trusted to take care of Jami. Dr. Vitucci gave us detailed explanations of everything and patiently answered all our questions. We were impressed with Dr. Vitucci’s knowledge and training. Jami had three knee surgeries over 6 month period performed by Dr Vitucci. A few months after her first surgery on her left knee, she was already more active than she had been. Now, 7 months after her last surgery on her right knee, she is back to her spirited and active self! We just marvel to see her gallop up the stairs and running around; which we thought would never happen again. Dr. Vitucci is truly gifted and talented as a doctor and surgeon. The entire staff is the most caring, professional, courteous, and kind people. We have taken our dogs to three other veterinary clinics in the past, but there is no better place than County Animal Hospital! Jami and Minki have been coming to County Animal Hospital for the last 8 years and we are so blessed to have such great people looking after our four-legged babies! Dr. Vitucci’s knowledge, expertise and skill along with his caring staff have given new life to Jami! We’re very grateful and we love you all! | ||
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My 5 year old Golden started limping one day. I brought her in to have her examined and x-rays performed. Upon further examination she needed to have surgery and the TTA surgery was recommended. Now 12 weeks post surgery she is weight bearing and limping minimally. Dr Vituuci was great answering all my questions. I would recommend this surgery. | ||
Subject: TTA
Date: Nov 19, 2009
Author: Terry Henderson
Our Huskey, Maya, recently had surgery performed by Dr. Vitucci just three weeks ago. With his expertise and advise, she is doing extremely well. As an outdoors dog, she is already driving us crazy as she wants to get up and go. Her soreness seems to be almost entirely gone and, although restrained, she is chomping at the bit to return to her outdoor lifestyle. We appreciate Dr. Vitucci's skill and care in getting Maya recovering and returning to her normal self.
Subject: TTA Surgery
Date: 11/30/2009
Author: Rich Faeth
Comments: My dog Mocha had TTA surgery earlier this year and i couldn't have asked for better results. I think her repaired knee is stronger and better then her other knee now. Dr. Vitucci couldn't believe how fast she progresseed and was walking within two weeks. I would recommend this to anybody who has a active dog. She was 11 at the time of the surgery and now will most likely live another 5 years pain free. Thanks Dr. Vitucci
Subject: Carpal Arthrodesis Surgery
Date: December 3, 2009
Author: Rebecca Stevens
Comments: My little girl Sandy, has had surgery on three of her four legs at County Animal Hospital. Dr. Vitucci and the staff at CAH were always very helpful and supportive. During my frequent trips to the office for bandage changes, the staff were very friendly and answered all of my questions. Dr. Vitucci and the techs were very careful and loving with Sandy during each of her visits, always taking the time to thoroughly explain everything with the surgery and recovery process. Sandy is on her way to being a healthy and active dog, once again. I am very pleased with everything at County Animal Hospital.
Subject: TTA Surgery
Date: 12/7/09
Author: Randy & Teri
Comments: TTA vs. TPLO First off, Dr. Vitucci was great and treated our pit bull (Lexi) as if she was his own, Thanks Dr. Vitucci. In May, Lexi had TPLO done on her left knee at another hospital. After 10-12 weeks, she was healed. It was a long, grueling process as she seemed as if she was in pain off and on again. In October, Lexi had completely torn her right knee. We decided to have the TTA surgery and if had to choose again, would ALWAYS choose TTA. For about the same cost as we had already paid for TPLO, we decided to try it with worries of how the two legs would work together. Dr. Vitucci assured us there would be no issues, that the TTA just feels better and is more normal to them. When we picked Lexi up, she was already walking on the leg. As soon as the cast was removed, she was walking on it as if she hadn't even had surgery. Lexi has displayed no discomfort or issues with pain with the TTA surgery and you can tell that she just "feels better." Actually, we experienced more issues trying to keep our 3-year old pit bull calm after the surgery. She was just wanting to play constantly and walk, and it was harder to keep her at ease through the healing process. We are 8 weeks after surgery, and her leg is "like new". She is back to walking normal, playing, and even her daily car rides. If I had to choose a surgery that would make my dog feel the best, I would choose TTA forever and always. A special thanks to Dr. Vitucci and the staff at County, it is nice to know that you can trust your pet to such great and caring people. Thanks again!
Subject: Guiness was SAVED!
Date: 1/29/10
Author: Christopher Dobbs
Our lovable Mixed Breed dog "Guinness" ate a couple of socks (really!) He managed to vomit one sock back up but the other became a blockage in his tummy plumbing.
Poor Guinness wasn't doing very well by the time we got him into CAH!
Fortunately Doctor Vitucci's prompt diagnosis and surgery saved Guinness and we even got the sock back (Eeeww). We were afraid we would lose our little buddy but he is better than ever now! Doctor Vitucci is a miracle worker! We are so delighted our dog is happy and healthy thanks to County Animal Hospitals excellent care!
Subject: Hip Surgery
Date: January 2008
Author: Brenda Cockrell
After adopting an Australian Shepard puppy, Banya, she started to develop a very bad limp. Dr. Vituci quickly diagnosed the problem and recommended surgery to remove part of her hip bone. He was great about laying out the total cost of the surgery and delivering on his promise of taking care of our new family member.
Banya is continuing to do great 2 years after the surgery. I'm always amazed when I get a friendly check-in from Dr. Vituci to track her progress.
I've never had a vet as caring as Dr. Vituci and I cannot thank him enough for allowing Banya to have a full and happy life. THANK YOU!
I would highly recommend the County Animal Hospital to anyone looking for a caring vet. I couldn't be more pleased with the service or the results!
Brenda
Subject: Medial Patella Luxation
Date: 5/26/10
Author: Raese & Ann Simpson
Our little AFFENPINSCHER, SADIE, had her right leg retracting. At first we thought the problem was pulled muscle. Since it did not clear itself (she was walking on 3 legs)we brought her to County Amimal. Dr Vitucci explained the problem. At one year old we were heart broken to see this little dog have to go through major surgery. Amazingly her recovery was very quick. With 2 months she was back running and jumping!! No more trouble since. Good job DOC and thanks!!
Subject: Mandibulectomy
Date: 5/28/10
Author: Todd and Stephanie Loehr
We brought our 16 year old cat to Dr. Vitucci. She had oral cancer. We had the procedure done and he did a wonderful job. The nurses were wonderful taking care of Boo and giving instructions when I picked her up. She came home with a feeding tube. During her recovery, I made numerous calls to the office and was reassured each time. Boo did wonderful during recovery. She began eating almost immediately after coming home. She was playing and purring and happy. She continued to eat better and better and become more of herself. On the 11th day her feeding tube came out. We could tell she was ready. She was eating consistently, and almost her normal self again. We are so pleased that we decided to save Boo with this surgery. And we are so grateful to Dr. Vitucci and his willingness to do this for our family. His staff was more than gracious as well. We couldn't be happier. Boo says thank you, too.
Subject: Broken feline leg (Tibia)
Author: Barry Oliver - barryo4610@charter.net
Date: June 23, 2010
Imagine the horror, on January 8 of this year to arrive home after work and finding Poe with a broken left hind leg. Still unsure as to the events, as only he and his sister were home - evidence was a basket went down the stairs and had to have landed on him. After a trip that Friday night to the emergency clinic, confirming the diagnosis, I picked up Poe and took him to see Dr. Mike early Saturday. It was not a hard decision to make, he could recover. Dr. Mike used his skills and after a plate and screws; the images before and after are amazing. Poe came home the following Thursday. Hardest of all was to use a dog crate for weeks to house the little boy, who wanted to run around with his sister. After several check up x-rays and now six months later, he is running around chasing his sister again. There was a minor setback during recovery with a drug issue, and now a kidney weakness, but K/D Prescription diet and he and Olivia are as active as ever. Thanks to Dr. Mike and all the staff!
Subject: TTA Surgery
Author: Jill & Jeff
Date: June 1, 2010
Dr. V did an excellent job getting our furry baby back to 100% from totally gimpy to ready for squirrel hunting season in no time at all (ok, there's been a healing period). After phyisical therapy (controlled walks) she'll be good to go very soon! The staff is great, and Dr. V is super knowledgable about orthopedic surgery, helping us to understand our options, and choose the right procedure for Charlie.
Thanks to the whole team.
