Business Details
34 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Veterinary Care in East Lyme
Goodfriends Veterinary Clinic has been a trusted partner in pet healthcare for the East Lyme community since 1992. Our mission centers on nurturing lifelong bonds between pets and their owners through comprehensive veterinary care. We combine compassionate service with state-of-the-art medical technology to deliver wellness exams, surgical procedures, and preventive treatments tailored to each pet's unique needs. With a team of experienced professionals, we prioritize routine care to catch potential health issues early while providing advanced diagnostics and treatments when required. Our commitment to transparency ensures clients receive clear guidance on pet nutrition, parasite prevention, and disease management.By maintaining rigorous safety protocols during anesthesia and surgical procedures, we ensure patient comfort and recovery. Through continuous education and community engagement, we empower pet owners with resources to make informed healthcare decisions. Our clinic's focus on geriatric care and chronic condition management reflects our dedication to pets at every life stage. By offering specialized services like microchipping and euthanasia with dignity, we support families through all aspects of pet ownership. This enduring commitment to excellence has solidified our reputation as a reliable veterinary partner in the region.
Services
Wellness Care
Surgical Services
Anesthesia Monitoring
Preventive Services
Dentistry
Radiology
Flea Control
Dermatology
Geriatric Care
Euthanasia Services
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of continuous community veterinary service
- Our team uses digital radiology and advanced diagnostic equipment
- Comprehensive care covering wellness, surgery, and geriatric needs
- Strict patient monitoring during all anesthesia procedures
- Specialized preventive programs for fleas, ticks, and heartworm
Services
Wellness Care
Our comprehensive wellness programs include annual exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention tailored to your pet's specific needs. We emphasize early disease detection through bloodwork and physical exams while providing personalized nutrition and dental care guidance. Our preventive approach helps avoid costly emergency treatments through regular monitoring of vital health indicators.
Surgical Services
We perform routine and soft tissue surgeries including spays, neuters, mass removals, and dental procedures. Advanced monitoring equipment tracks vital signs during anesthesia while our surgical protocols prioritize pain management and rapid recovery. Emergency surgical interventions are available for trauma cases with pre-operative health assessments ensuring patient safety.
Dentistry
Professional dental cleanings remove plaque and tartar buildup that causes periodontal disease. We use digital dental radiography to detect hidden oral issues while providing extractions for severely diseased teeth. Our preventive education includes brushing techniques and dental diet recommendations to maintain oral health and prevent systemic infections.
Radiology
Digital radiography provides immediate imaging of bones, joints, and internal organs with reduced radiation exposure. Our veterinarians interpret X-rays to diagnose fractures, arthritis, and organ abnormalities while using sedation when necessary for clear imaging. This technology supports rapid diagnosis of respiratory issues, heart conditions, and gastrointestinal obstructions.
Geriatric Care
Specialized programs for aging pets include bi-annual exams, arthritis management, and chronic disease monitoring. We recommend annual bloodwork panels starting at age 6 to detect early kidney, liver, and thyroid issues. Our team provides pain management strategies and lifestyle adjustments to maintain quality of life for senior animals.
People
Dr. Jennifer Dinwoodie
Practice Owner
Dr. Dinwoodie joined the clinic in 2014 and became an owner in 2018. She maintains the clinic's tradition of high-quality care while implementing modern veterinary practices. Her leadership focuses on continuing education for staff and advanced diagnostic capabilities.
Questions
What services does Goodfriends Veterinary Clinic offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, surgical procedures, dental care, radiology, preventive parasite control, geriatric care, and euthanasia services for small animals.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (860) 739-4637 during business hours or use our online pet portal for appointment requests and medical record access.
Do you handle pet emergencies?
While we don't offer 24/7 emergency care, we recommend contacting local emergency clinics for urgent after-hours situations.
What preventive care programs do you recommend?
Our core preventive programs include annual wellness exams, heartworm/flea/tick prevention, dental cleanings, and age-specific bloodwork screening for early disease detection.
How do you handle anesthesia safety?
We perform pre-anesthetic bloodwork, use modern monitoring equipment, and maintain strict protocols for all procedures requiring sedation or general anesthesia.
Can I access my pet's medical records online?
Yes, our online pet portal allows 24/7 access to medical records, appointment scheduling, and direct communication with our team members.
Reviews (5)
Edith Holland Haytas
May 13, 2022
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Extremely satisfied with Dr Jennifer. She show compassion for my cat Google's who was there this morning. I recommend this place.
Christopher Potter
Jan 19, 2022
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Critical: Professionalism, Reliability, Value Pretty sad that this is the only vet in the state that doesn't check for a microchip when people say the dog was abandoned. And I know for a fact the contact information is made available to the vets to contact the proper owner. I wouldn't send your pets here. This vet will help people steal animals from their rightful owners.
Dmcoxe
Jan 09, 2022
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Staff and doctors are super friendly and professional. They are best team me and my dog have ever experienced.
Tiffany Jones
Jul 26, 2021
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Thank you for taking Evie in at such short notice. Your staff is great! We look forward to continuing Evies care with you.
Sharon S.
May 19, 2021
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I love Goodfriends. They're very thorough and shows how much they care. They get you in right away if they're is a problem and are as professional and sweet as can be. They truly care and it shows. I love there techs and secretary staff as well. So professional and nice!
