As a result of extensive research, Oldtown is now recommending Vectra 3D as our product of choice for flea and tick prevention for your dog.

Why are we switching after all these years of emphasizing the importance of using Frontline???

Earlier this year, there was a major change in the Flea & Tick prevention industry when many companies introduced products using the same active ingredient as Frontline.  Because we knew that you as a pet owner would be inundated with claims of ‘our product uses the same ingredients as Frontline, but ours is cheaper,’ we conducted a study to determine which product offered the best value to you and your pet. 

Vectra 3D was selected for the following reasons:

Characteristic	Vectra	Frontline		We love this applicator! Vectra 3D's patented applicator tip was clearly designed with pet owners in mind. It opens by simply pushing the top disk down and there are no drips!  Nothing comes out until you squeeze the tube.
Effectiveness	Kills and repels ticks & fleas.  Repels mosquitoes & other pests	Kills ticks and fleas
Packaging	Simple to open	Difficult to open –most people have to use scissors or knife and sometimes accidently cut open the applicator
Application	The rounded, elongated  tip reduces risk of skin abrasions and makes it easy to reach skin through coat.  No drips – nothing comes out until you squeeze the tube.	Sharp edges on applicator increase risk of skin abrasion.  Can be messy and awkward to apply to dogs with thicker coats.
Cost	Cheaper than Frontline.  Volume purchase incentives can be used towards the purchase of any product or service at Oldtown.

Make an appointment now to talk with our doctors about protecting your dog with Vectra 3D!   Learn more about Vectra 3D, including a video demonstrating the super clean and easy to use applicator tip at www.summitvetpharm.com.

Have you tried our Mobile Service?

There's no way around it: there are times when our pets need veterinary care. With some pets, taking a trip into the vet's office can be a daunting and stressful experience for everyone involved.  Save yourself time, trouble & anxiety-- and let our mobile service come to you!

House calls are ideal for when you have multiple pets, pets that get carsick or are very fearful of other dogs or strange environments, geriatric pets and just about all cats. Our services include physical exam, routine and preventive healthcare, vaccinations, drawing blood or collecting other samples for diagnostic laboratory testing and inserting microchips. Additionally, gentle and compassionate home euthanasia for chronically ill pets is an option.

Beyond the basics, there are many common problems in veterinary medicine that can be diagnosed and treated at home. Good examples of this include: causes of itching and scratching; problems with the eyes, ears or skin; mild to moderate arthritis; minor wounds or lacerations. If warranted, we can provide transportation of the pet back to our full-service veterinary clinic for additional diagnostics, such as x-rays, ultrasound, endoscopy or surgery, or sedation for a more-thorough exam.

We want to take the stress out of veterinary care for both you AND your pet. If a house-call seems like the right choice for your pet, give us a call!