Happy Holidays from Dr. DeForge and SSV Staff!
Emergency Room Fee Reduced to $75.00 till Dec 26th 2025
Please Note: We will be closed from Tuesday, December 24th – Thursday, December 26th in observance of Christmas!

Please Note: We will be closed on Tuesday, December 31st and Wednesday, January 1st in observance of New Years!
In case of emergencies while we are closed, CLICK HERE for other ER centers we recommend.  Happy Holidays from Dr. Don DeForge and all of the nurses at Silver Sands Veterinary!

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Milford, CT

Milford, CT

Silver Sands Veterinary

At Silver Sands Veterinary, we pair exclusive, personalized care for your pet with accessibility and convenience.

Silver Sands Veterinary is now offering in-hospital appointments, concierge appointments, and drop off appointments.

Compassionate care for the pets of Milford and beyond

We’re here to make your life easier.

Click on the Icon that pertains to your visit and fill out the Client/Patient Form needed for Medical Records prior to your visit!

Celebrating 50 Years in 2023

A companion animal practice in small animal medicine and surgery

At Silver Sands Veterinary, we understand the special bond between pet and owner. That’s why we strive to provide the highest level of professional care for your furry friend. From routine check-ups and vaccines to unexpected medical emergencies, our veterinary team of experienced doctors and technicians is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of your pet throughout all stages of life.

Pet Oral Care Services in Milford, CT

Our goal is to help you identify, stop, and prevent pain and systemic side effects from oral conditions for your pet. You can rest assured your pet’s oral health is in good hands: Our veterinarian, Donald H. DeForge VMD, is the only Fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry in Milford.

  • General Oral Preventive Care
  • Oral Medicine and Oral Surgery Referrals
  • Advanced Oral Care Diagnostics and Treatment
  • Immediate Appointments (No Waiting List)
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Fill out your online forms before your next visit!

Want to expedite your next visit? Fill out your forms online at your own convenience and have them ready before your next visit!

Comprehensive Urgent Care Services

Avoid the long wait times at 24/7 ER hospitals and save money by choosing Silver Sands Urgent Care.

We treat all non-life-threatening emergencies

Minimal time in the waiting room

More affordable urgent care

Expedited Visits

Personalized Compassionate Care

Priority to Pain-Centered Emergency Patients

Affordable Comprehensive Urgent Care Same Day Appointments

  • ZIn Hospital Appointments
  • ZConcierge Appointments
  • ZDrop Off Appointments

What’s the difference between urgent care and critical care?

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Examples of urgent care problems that can be treated at Silver Sands Veterinary:

  • Sudden lameness in any leg
  • Ear infections and your LDVM is closed
  • Biting at skin or paws with bleeding and your LDVM is closed
  • Read more…
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Examples of emergencies that need 24/7 life-saving, critical care:

  • Advanced heart problems – cardiopulmonary collapse or shock
  • Stroke and other vascular accidents affecting the central nervous system
  • Severe shortness of breath – advanced pulmonary pathology
  • Read more…

Our Veterinary Services

Silver Sands Veterinary specialist on-site and virtual consultations

When it comes to your pet’s care, we offer everything they need under one roof — from pet wellness exams to surgery and everything in between. Our app makes managing your pet’s care more convenient.

Sorry! Temporary Moratorium: House calls suspended because of COVID-19. We will be coming to your home again soon! We miss you! Look for an announcement stating: House Calls Are Back at SSV!

Get to know Dr. DeForge and the rest of our veterinary team!

Dr. DeForge is the only Fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry in Milford. He performs affordable dental cleanings with dental X-ray diagnostics in the same manner as a human dentist!

What Clients Need To Know About Pet Insurance

Pet insurance reimburses you for unexpected veterinary expenses, and most plans cover up to 90% of your vet bill for new accidents & illnesses.

There are no networks to worry about. You can use pet insurance at any veterinary clinic or animal hospital.

Once the annual deductible is met, pet insurance can help you save on:

Accidents

Illness

Diagnostics

Surgeries

Medication

and More

Pet insurance does not cover pre-existing conditions, so it’s helpful to enroll before any issues are present.

Why do we think this is important?

  • 1 out of 3 pets will need emergency care, which can cost thousands
  • If a pet gets sick or injured, pet insurance can cover (reimburse) treatment & tests
  • Clients can also get reimbursed on routine care if they have a wellness plan

Out of more than 20,000 pet owners surveyed, less than 20% said they could afford to cover a $5,000 medical expense out-of-pocket without pet insurance.

See Which Pet Insurance Provider Can Save You The Most

We recommend clients visit Pawlicy Advisor to learn about their best options and see quotes from top providers all in one place.

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We love our clients and patients!

Thank you for making us a top-rated veterinarian in Milford, CT.