Staff pet Cogsworth the kitten knows how busy we can be so he decided to give Dr. Lamey a hand with pen selection 🙂 Thank you Cogsworth!
(Name correction ! Dr. Lamey thought his name was Hogwarts instead of Cogsworth 😬 But who wouldn't secretly hope the kitten they met was from Hogwarts? )
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Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?
Okay, so Kiva definitely doesn't think of herself as a senior 🙂 And there is a good possibility she had this particular trick down pat before visiting Penhorn Animal Hospital for a geriatric exam. But she was more than happy to show her stuff for Dr Lamey and staff!
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Volume up! Jo has the purrrrfect idea for how the weekend should be started. Morning nap, anyone?
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Nothing quite like looking under the microscope and seeing one of these creepy crawlies!
Dark discharge, scratching the ears or face, head shaking, inflammation of the outer ears, an odor and obvious discomfort are some of the hallmark signs of an ear mite infestation, but finding them on a microscope slide is the clincher. Whenever ear mites are suspected it is always recommended to seek veterinary care as soon as possible to help prevent serious or permanent damage.
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Oh friends. Our veterinary technician Jodi and her trio of piggies bring you this year's touching seasonal video. Happy holidays ❤️
A look under the microscope! So why do we do microscopic slides for an ear infection? When we know exactly what is causing the problem we can prescribe the appropriate medication to help your pet feel better as soon as possible 🙂
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Here's your morning smile! 3 month old Bella was showing us all the puppy love when she visited Penhorn Animal Hospital 🙂
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Get ready to feel itchy! One of our patients brought this very common hitchhiker along with them. And although we all like meeting new friends, this might be a bit much. No one likes ear mites!
Ear mites are very uncomfortable. Most people first suspect their pet has problem due to excessive head and ear scratching, as they try to find some relief. This aggressive scratching can cause significant damage on top of the damage the mites themselves can cause (ear infections that, left untreated, can result in hearing loss.) Often an ear mite infestation is characterized by a dark, thick discharge found in the ear canal.
Good news! Ears mites are quite treatable and we soon had our patient feeling much better. But it's important to remember that if you suspect ear mites- they ARE contagious so if you have multiple pets, it's possible they all have a problem. Always check with your veterinary hospital regarding treatment.
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Penny was in for wound care and went home with one of our VERY fashionable and functional body suits! Looking good Penny!
Slow it down Sunday! A sweet and easy way to start your day 🙂 Have you ever seen a boa constrictor take a drink? Now's your chance!
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It's Thursday, so that means it's time for a little Tech Talk! Let's see what Amanda has to say this week.
" I have one kitty, his name is Isaac and he is extra special! He turns 13 years old this spring and has been with me my entire veterinary career. Isaac thinks he is independent and can make it on his own, but deep down he’s a very loving, affectionate kitty and curls up in bed with me every night.
Isaac, like many other kitties, gives off an air of independence. This can be misleading to humans. Humans have a general sense of cats being easy pets, that can be left alone, and don’t need to be exercised or trained. Quite the opposite is true! Cats enjoy play, social
interaction, and enrichment to their environment. The most common reason for relinquishment to a shelter is inappropriate urination and destruction, both of which can be behavioral in origin.
When we create a cat friendly home, we can avoid these unwanted behaviors, and enjoy our kitties!
I asked Isaac what kitties want in their lives, and this is what he told me:
● Ability to express normal behaviors
○ Marking, hunting, and scratching are normal cat behaviors that can be a
nuisance to humans. We can adjust our homes to allow for these behaviors
without destruction from our cats.
○ Cats NEED to mark, they use scent glands in their faces and paws to claim
things and space. This makes them feel safe. Try to avoid scented cleaning
products and avoid cleaning items that your cat frequently marks. Constantly
removing their scent with cleaners is distressing for them.
○ Cats were born to hunt! Hide food or treats around the home for them to find, or use automated toys that wiggle or move. This can help prevent your cat from hunting your feet!
○ Scratching is needed for nail health and it goes hand in hand with marking. Allow
your cat access to scratch boxes, and trees. Use Soft Paws or furniture covers to keep your belongings intact.
● A sense of safety
○ I can’t stress enough how
Reptiles often pose a challenge in veterinary medicine, as traditional treatments and examinations simply are not suitable. Case in point - it's difficult to listen to a heartbeat on a reptile using a stethoscope, because their scales get in the way. This handheld Doppler ultrasound machine allows us to have a good listen to the heart without causing stress to our patient. This is the same thing that is used to listen to a human baby heartbeat!
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You know when you take your car to the mechanic, and suddenly it's no longer doing...whatever it had been doing? Animals can be like that! And that's where a little video can be very useful.
Adrenaline, excitement or just circumstance at a vet visit can sometimes mask symptoms or behaviours that a pet displays frequently at home. A detailed description is always important, and nothing can replace a physical exam - but video can help too, especially if symptoms are unpredictable.
Sophie is an elderly kitty who has had persistent lameness. An examination as well as video to observe her normal gait allowed us to choose the right medication to keep her comfortable and happy with an improved range of motion ❤️
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** Warning - graphic content **
Buckle up for an amazing story!
Hammy the hamster had quite the adventure. While in her habitat, she escaped into the great outdoors and was lost...for an entire week! Incredibly, she was found and reunited with her people.
But her tale doesn't end there. While off on her unplanned adventure she developed bot fly larvae. Bot fly larvae, or cuterebra, happens when bot flies lay eggs on an animal or an animal comes into contact with eggs through other means. The eggs develop into larvae beneath the skin and eventually emerge to continue their life cycle.
So after surviving being lost, Hammy had to deal with a bot fly infestation! She was sedated and we carefully removed the larvae. She woke up completely unconcerned with everything and acted like absolutely nothing happened. So apparently living rough for a week, surviving untold dangers and then having a quick surgery for a parasitic infection is you know, no big deal to Hammy 🙂 What a hamster!
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Want a fun way to beat the heat? Try bobbing for strawberries! Delicious AND fun 🙂 Staff pet Josie followed Gus's lead and caught on right away!
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Looking for a Monday pick me up? Our friend Luna is guaranteed to make you smile! Now who wants to go for a walk?
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Toys when you go to the vet? Yes please! Luna was very patient waiting for the ball dispenser to give up its squeaky treasure when she visited Penhorn Animal Hospital!
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Dr. Lamey isn't just an urgent care veterinarian... she also swings a pretty slick paint roller!
We've been hard at work getting ready for our opening day and it's all coming together. Not much longer now!
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