Statement of Ethics
At Glen Burnie Animal Hospital, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care for our patients, ensuring that their health and well-being are our utmost priority. Our core values are built on compassionate, ethical, and responsible medical practices. We believe in advancing the veterinary profession through education, collaboration, and the use of the most current and effective medical knowledge and techniques available.
Our Ethical Commitment:
Patient Care: We are dedicated to delivering the best possible care for every pet that comes through our doors. Our team of skilled veterinarians, technicians, and support staff work together to ensure that each patient is treated with the utmost respect, compassion, and professionalism. We recognize that every pet is an individual, and their care will be tailored to their specific needs.
Client Education: We are deeply committed to educating pet owners about their pets' health and well-being. We believe that empowering our clients with knowledge helps them make informed decisions about their pets' care. Clear, transparent communication is key to fostering a trusting relationship with our clients, and we encourage open dialogue regarding treatment options, preventive care, and ongoing health management.
Medical Advancement: As part of our commitment to excellence, we continuously strive to stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine. We embrace ongoing learning and innovation, ensuring that our practice uses the most advanced and evidence-based treatment methods to benefit our patients.
Procedures We Elect Not to Perform:
As part of our ethical practice, we have made the decision to not perform certain procedures that are not in line with our core values of patient welfare, medical integrity, and responsible care.
These include:
- Ear Cropping: We do not perform ear cropping, as it is a cosmetic procedure that causes unnecessary pain and has no medical benefit to the animal.
- Feline Declawing: We do not perform feline declawing, as it is a painful, irreversible procedure that involves the amputation of a cat’s toes. This procedure is not medically necessary and can cause long-term physical and behavioral issues.
- Post-Neonatal Tail Docking: We do not perform tail docking for cosmetic purposes or without a medical indication. We believe that tail docking for non-therapeutic reasons is an unnecessary procedure that can cause pain and functional impairment.
These procedures are contrary to our principles of promoting long-term health and welfare for our patients, and we strive to advocate for the humane treatment of animals in all aspects of care.
At Glen Burnie Animal Hospital, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to ethical standards in veterinary care. We will always prioritize patient care, client education, and the advancement of veterinary medicine to ensure that every pet receives the highest level of compassionate and responsible care.