The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." ― Mahatma Gandhi
Fall Pet Health and Safety Issues to Avoid
Rodenticides
Antifreeze
Acorns
Mushrooms
A number of potentially poisonous substances come out of storage in the fall. They include rat and mouse poisons, antifreeze and mothballs. Mushrooms and toadstools are also likely to pop up in fall and can be deadly to pets as well. Take your pet to the veterinarian immediately if you suspect any type of poisoning. If possible, bring a sample of the suspected poison or the box it came in.
Do I need to use tick and flea products year-round for my pets?
Yes, we recommend outdoor cats and dogs have year-round flea and tick preventative. Ticks can withstand very cold temperatures. So just because it is cold outside, and snow and ice are on the ground, we should not let our guard down.
Should I feed my dog a grain-free diet?
Dogs are omnivores so grains are good for them. Grain-free diets are not advised unless medically necessary.We recommend feeding an age appropriate diet to your pet.
Fall can also bring out skin issues for your pets
Seasonal allergies can be a problem for people and pets in the fall. For example, ragweed blooms in late summer and early fall, ending with the first frost.
Signs such as licking, biting, scratching, hair loss, itchy ears and skin that is red, dry, greasy, scabby or stinky — especially on the legs, feet, face, belly or thighs.
Talk to your veterinarian to see if your dog might have seasonal allergies and learn about medications to help relieve the itch.
These are some questions we commonly hear. If you have some suggestions of questions we should include, please let us know. We would love to have feedback from our clients.
FAQ's
Yes, we recommend outdoor cats and dogs have year-round flea and tick preventative. Ticks can withstand very cold temperatures. So just because it is cold outside, and snow and ice are on the ground, we should not let our guard down.
Dogs are omnivores so grains are good for them. Grain-free diets are not advised unless medically necessary.We recommend feeding an age appropriate diet to your pet.
Yes, we recommend outdoor cats and dogs have year-round flea and tick preventative. Ticks can withstand very cold temperatures. So just because it is cold outside, and snow and ice are on the ground, we should not let our guard down.
Core vaccines for cats are rabies and distemper. Core vaccines we recommend for dogs are rabies, distemper, leptosporosis and lyme.
We will see patients for an urgent medical concern without an appointment. To prioritize our scheduled appointments we do not accept walk-ins appointments. Please call us to see if we have any openings for the day.
Blue Buffalo, Merrick, Earthborn, Acana Wholesome Grains, Taste of the wild, Natural balance, Wellness, & Purina Pro Plan.
Purina Pro Plan, Earthborn, Weruva, Stella & Chewy's, Tiki Cat, Wellness, & The honest kitchen
If ordering a toy for your new puppy, buy the size of toy your puppy will need as an adult. Some brands include, Busy buddy bristle bone, Busy buddy jack, Everlasting treat ball, Bento ball, Bonebone, & Kongs.
You should protect your animals paws. If it is to hot for you to walk on the pavement barefoot, then it is to hot for your pet to walk on the pavement. If you animal needs to go outside try to do it in the morning and night when the weather is cooler. You can also keep them walking on the grass or get little boonies for your animals paws.
panting/salivating excessively, weakness, walking unsteadily or staggering, vomiting, deep red or purple tongue, dry gums, glazed eyes, rapid pulse. Call your veterinarian immediately or seek emergency veterinary care.
NOOOO! The temperature inside a vehicle is drastically warmer than the temperature outside, even with the windows cracked. Need to run errands? Do your pet a favor and leave them at home.
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8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
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Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
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