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Stratford Animal Hospital
 
480 Knowlton St

Stratford, CT

06615

Phone: 203-377-0235




 
 


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Vertebrae
 

As the skull protects the brain, the bony spine protects the spinal cord. The spinal cord passes through multiple vertebrae to provide a neurologic highway that connects the brain to the rest of the body. Muscles intimately attach to the spine and allow movement and activity. Disorders of the spinal column may involve the bony structures of the spinal column (e.g.: arthritis), the muscles that attach to it (e.g.: trauma), or the nerves that pass through (e.g.: intervertebral disc disease or a “slipped disc”). Symptoms of spinal injury include: pain along the spine, weakness, inability to walk or stand, and restlessness. Spinal injury requires immediate veterinary attention.
 

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Location Hours
Monday	8:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday	8:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday	8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday	8:00am – 4:00pm
Friday	8:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday	8:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday	Closed 
Hours are subject to change due to inclement weather and Holidays*


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