in that case keep them in a confined space (pet carrier for instance). Only after a couple of hours you can give them some food. You may give them small amounts of water as soon as you get home. If your pet needs medicines, you will generally only start giving them the next day. You’ll find the instructions on the box.
What to pay attention to?
Your pet should not become drowsier: the sleepiness should be gone within a day
Your pet should not vomit
There shouldn’t be any secondary bleeding from the wound (a few drops are normal)
Your pet shouldn’t lick, bite or scratch the wound
Your pet’s appetite and drinking should be back to normal within a day
Fever is not normal after surgery
The wound should look clean and neat
If you are worried about your pet, don’t hesitate to call us!
Dental care
Dental care is as important for your pet as it is for you! Dental plaque and dental tartar can cause infections which can lead to loose teeth and even infections of the kidneys, heart, liver and lungs. In order to prevent this from happening we advise pet owners to start brushing their pet’s teeth from a very young age. With a small soft brush and a special tooth paste for animals. Don’t use human tooth paste as the fluoride is toxic to your pet and the whiteners can upset the stomach. We can provide you with everything you need for the dental care for your pet, including advice.
If your pet has dental plaque and tartar, we will recommend a professional dental cleaning, which will be done under anesthesia. If necessary we can also take x-rays of your pet’s teeth.
Laboratory tests
Sometimes it is necessary to do blood work in order to determine what’s wrong with your pet. We have the equipment to make a quick blood analyis for blood sugar, kidney function and viral infections. For more complicated cases we cooperate with the University of Utrecht laboratory.
Besides blood work we can also examine your pet’s urine, faeces, skin scrapes or ear swabs.
Imaging and endoscopy
With our x-ray equipment we can determine fractures, wear and tear in the joints, abnormal development of the joints (such as elbow dysplasia and hip dysplasia) and besides that we can also image heart, lungs and other organs.
With ultrasound technology it can be easier to image the bowels and the heart. For some types of imaging we will refer you to an imaging specialist.
In our clinic in Wassenaar we have endoscopic equipment at our disposal to reach the best diagnosis for your pet. We can thoroughly examine the whole gastrointestinal tract, from esophagus to colon, and the upper airways. Some foreign bodies that your pet might have swallowed can even be removed through endoscopy.
Referral
We refer complicated cases to specialists such as dermatologists, oncologist, orthopedic surgeons, internists, ophtalmologists or specialised surgeons. We collaborate with specialists in The Hague, Amsterdam, Dordrecht, Gouda and of course with the Vet School at the University of Utrecht.
Emergencies
If your pet has a serious medical issue, please call your own veterinarian first. If they are not available, the voicemail will tell you to call the emergency service. The general telephone number of the emergency service is 0900-2226333
About us
‘Dierenkliniek Statenlaan’ is a primary veterinary clinic. Here we work with three veterinarians and four veterinary technicians. Our clinic has two modern operating theatres with gas anesthesia and heart monitoring equipment. For the recovery of rabbits and rodents we have a heated oxygen cage which diminishes the risk of anesthesia. For diagnostics we use a digital x-ray machine, ultrasound imaging and a laboratory. The clinic in Wassenaar has an endoscopic machine at its disposal.
Spays, neuters and lump removals are daily routine procedures for us. We are a member of the ‘Dierenartsen Kring Haaglanden’, the association of veterinarians in The Hague region.
It is of the utmost importance to us to make you feel completely comfortable handing the medical care for your pet over to us!
The team of Dierenkliniek Statenlaan Den Haag
Walter van Look – veterinarian
Born in Amsterdam in 1964, graduated from Vet School at the University of Utrecht in 1991. “I like working with people and their pets, as part of a good team.” Walter is married with three children and lives in The Hague. Link to bio.
Suzanne Ritzen – veterinarian
Born in Enschede in 1978, graduated from Vet School at the University of Utrecht in 2004. “I knew from a very young age that I wanted to become a veterinarian.” Suzanne lives in The Hague and likes cooking, running and travelling. Link to bio.
Sanne Bonninga – veterinarian
Born in The Hague, graduated from Vet School at the University of Utrecht in 2013. “I lived in Utrecht during my studies but I’m happy to be back in The Hague now.” Sanne loves to go to the beach and running in the dunes. Link to bio.
Diana van der Valk – veterinary technician
Born and bred in The Hague, Diana has worked at ‘Dierenkliniek Statenlaan’ since 1987. “I have had dogs my whole life and I now also own three chickens who provide us with fresh eggs.” Diana likes following extra training on anesthesia, dental cleaning, food and behaviour. Diana is a certified para-veterinarian. Link to bio.
Sylvia Jansen – veterinary technician
Born in The Hague in 1971, Sylvia has worked at ‘Dierenkliniek Statenlaan’ since 1990. “I share my life with two lovely dogs; Raki and Lucy.” Sylvia loves walking her dogs and going to sunny places on vacation from time to time. Sylvia is a certified para-veterinarian. Link to bio.
Rebecca Paul – veterinary technician
Born in Bremen, Germany in 1989, Rebecca moved to The Hague for love in 2013, when she started working at ‘Dierenkliniek Statenlaan’. “I knew from a very young age that I wanted to work with animals.” Rebecca is a certified para-veterinarian and loves her dog Lea. Link to bio.