Neighborsgo - 2009 Neighbors Choice Awards - ARAC is Voted Best Veterinarian /Groomer /Boarder in Lake Highlands

Hanging with man's best friend
Written & Photos by Kendall Kirkham - Neighborsgo Assistant Editor - Neighborsgo.com

Abrams Royal Animal clinic has been caring for Lake Highlands pets for the past 31 years. The youngest staff member has been with the clinic for eight years, and the oldest has been there 20 years. What is the key to its long life?

"We take care of pets as we do family members, they just have four legs," said James Murray, family veterinarian. "It's so cool because I've seen kids grow up and their kids come in with their pets."

When considering a new pet, Dr. Murray advises to call the veterinarian first and tell them the breeds you are considering. He doesn't mind giving you the pros and cons of each one to help you make a decision on which would likely be the better pet.

Dr. Murray also has advice for those thinking to start a family. He says if you are getting a dog, get it controlled first before you have a baby, so you don't have to deal with the stresses of training a retriever to behave while he's waking up the infant all hours of the night.

Murray's love for what he does is what keeps people coming back. "I get to see my friends," Dr. Murray said

2009 celebrates the 2nd year voted best vet in Lake Highlands, and our 31^st year in business. Thank you for everyone's support in the Dallas & Lake Highlands community! We enjoy being your best friend's OTHER best friends.