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| - For nearly the past four years, we have entrusted our veterinary care to Dr. Ben Savard. We first met Dr. Savard at Squaw Peak Animal Hospital, and were immediately impressed by his thoroughness as a physician, and his kind and gentle demeanor as an individual. So, when we learned he would be leaving that practice to open his own at Raintree Pet Resort, we did not hesitate to follow him.
We are the proud owners of a 9-1/2 English Bulldog with chronic allergies, an 8 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback with early Arthritis, a 5-1/2 Rhodesian Ridgeback who is overly curious, and our beloved and recently departed 11 year old Great Dane Gable. Needless to say, we are at the vet often! The past few months, however, our Bully and Dane have both required extensive care, and many of these visits were difficult for us.
Though our beloved Gable had a mighty spirit, his mighty body was deteriorating under the forces of Advanced Arthritis and Degenerative Neuropathy. When most other Vets would have given up in the face of Gable's astounding 11 years alone, Dr. Savard saw past his years, and focused on his happy disposition and the owner who knew it wasn't time yet. Dr. Savard never offered any empty promises, but he did hope with us.
He treated Gable with Light Laser Therapy, and rejoiced with us when Gable received great pain relief. In turn, he helped us walk Gable out of the clinic and load him into our SUV, when his ambulation became compromised and was having trouble walking. Dr. Savard always worked with and around Gable to make him comfortable. He never shied away from getting down on the ground with Gable, and was always very gentle when positioning Gable for his treatments. Dr. Savard did not pass the task of trimming Gable's toenails off to a Vet Tech, and never complained about having to wear Gable's hair and flakey skin on his neatly pressed shirt for the rest of the day.
Despite all of our efforts, the Neuropathy progressed fiercely, and our noble Dane could no longer get up unassisted, and fell often. As a physician, there was nothing else Dr. Savard could do for us. Yet, as an individual, he more than surpassed any expectations I had for him. None of my tears went uncomforted, and even on his last day, Gable had no fear of the vet's office, because he had always been greeted so warmly and tended to lovingly. Though I still weep for Gable every day, I am at peace with the way we were able to say goodbye to him, thanks to Dr. Savard and the incredible staff at Raintree Pet Resort and Medical Center. We were never rushed, and they always made every accommodation our gentle giant needed. Most importantly, they offered these things out of genuine kindness and love for the animals they serve.
Currently, our English Bulldog, Sydney, is fighting an antibiotic resistant infection. Dr. Savard continues to monitor the infection closely, and is always one step ahead regarding her next mode of treatment. Though Syd has had enough of ear wash and antibiotics, she still enjoys the warm hello she receives from Dr. Savard and his staff during each visit.
I can never offer enough thanks and gratitude to Dr. Savard and his staff for all they have done and continue to do for our beloved pets. We look forward to working with him, until we have all grown old. If you are looking for a new vet, and are most discerning when it comes to the care of your animals, you will not be disappointed by medical acumen, compassion, and kindness you will receive from Dr. Savard.
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