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Drs. Rob and Karen Knarr purchased East Ridge Animal Hospital in April of 1996. Over the last ten years we both have made improvements to our hospital. The following year, 1997, we computerized the hospital and added an automatic processor to develop our radiographs. In June 1999, our hospital became AAHA accredited, AAHA stands for the American Animal Hospital Association, this means our hospital meets strict surgery and medical standards. Only 17% of animal hospitals in North America are AAHA accredited.

In January of 2000, Dr. Vicki Breneman started working with us, she works two days a week. She is a wonderful and compassionate veterinarian and we are so happy to have her working with us. During the year 2000, we added a pulse oximeter, this machine incorporates an ECG and monitors the amount of oxygen in the patient's bloodstream. We offer this monitoring during surgery. We also upgraded our X-ray equipment, which offers us better detail. Also we incorporated the use of the MedRx Machine. The MedRx machine allows us to deep clean ears under anesthesia. It magnifies the eardrum and allows us to safely visualize and clean the ear canal.

The year, 2001 brought many changes to our hospital, we started construction on our hospital, we doubled the size of our hospital, and added many cages to offer boarding for dogs and cats. We also added a dental radiograph machine to do a better job on our dental care.

In June of 2002, Dr. Drew Smith came to work with us. He is a new graduate and has added so much to our hospital. We are very happy he decided to work at East Ridge Animal Hospital.

In 2001, we added a new sevoflurane machine. We use this very safe anesthetic on all of our dentals and also on geriatric or ill patients. In March, 2005, Dr. Karen Knarr became certified in veterinary acupuncture. We are integrating alternative medicine into our practice. In 2006, we are overhauling our grooming area. We are installing a new hydrosurge machine and adding a walk-in tub for the bigger dogs.

It is hard to believe we have been at East Ridge Animal Hospital for nearly ten years. Our clients have been so wonderful and supportive of us and we are so thankful. We are very fortunate to have great technicians and receptionists working with us. Without them, we would not be able to accomplish very much. Our staff is committed to offer your pet the best possible care in a friendly and courteous manner.

In adding to our practice, we put the pet's comfort and safety above all else. We have also made a commitment to client education. This enables the pet owner to treat their pet more confidently.

We feel that all animals are God's creatures. We know that God has blessed our family and business. We are grateful for His many blessings.

By: Karen T. Knarr, DVM, and CVA


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