Happy Wednesday! Here’s some cute faces to get you through the rest of the week!🐾
Happy Wednesday! Here’s some cute faces to get you through the rest of the week 🐾
Miss Norma Jean was keeping an eye on things. Making sure Janet was doing her job right 👀😄
The Okanagan has had a Parvovirus outbreak within the last month. We have seen multiple patients with the virus and Daisy, a nine-month-old Jack Russel was one of them. She was brought in with symptoms of bloody diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy and a loss of appetite. After testing Daisy, it was confirmed that she had Canine Parvovirus. Due to the condition she was in, she had to stay with us at the hospital for multiple days. We were supporting Daisy with IV Fluids around the clock to keep her hydrated and syringe fed her to ensure she had proper nutrition. Staff needed to wear gloves, gown and booties each time they handled Daisy and disinfect before re-entering the rest of the hospital to ensure there was no chance at spreading the virus. She was a fighter and continued to gain strength each day. After four long days she was reunited with her owner and was able to go home. We continue to check in on Daisy and her owner is thrilled to report that she is doing much better. She is almost fully back to her happy and carefree self, playing and smiling for the camera! We would like to thank the Okanagan Small Dog Rescue for jumping in and covering the cost of Daisy’s care and treatment🐾❤️
If you are unfamiliar with the Parvovirus, here is a little information for you to better understand the severity of it and the importance of vaccinations. This virus has rapidly dividing host cells which make this extremely effective in spreading throughout a dog’s body causing debilitating sickness and even death. The virus is shed in extraordinarily large numbers by infected canines which means it is everywhere: on every carpet, floor, yard and park. Keep in mind it effects all canines, wild or domestic. Wolves, coyotes and foxes can transfer the virus by direct or in direct contact, including fecal matter, bodily fluids and passing through private properties. Symptoms to be aware of are: Diarrhea (with or without blood), vomiting, dehydration, loss of appetite, and letharg
Cooper came into the clinic for his second set of puppy vaccines. These are done at around 12 weeks of age. While in his appointment his family pointed out a small lump on his chest.
We are not able to diagnose what a lump/mass is just by looking at it, so we decided to perform a fine needle aspirate. By doing this simple test we were able to diagnose a cancerous mass that required surgical removal. We were able to completely remove the mass and hope this will cure Cooper, however, the mass was sent for genetic testing and results show potential for aggressiveness, regrowth, and spread to elsewhere in the body.
Cooper’s veterinary team are consulting with a board-certified oncologist to determine if he will need to undergo chemotherapy in the near future. Cooper still loves coming to the vet and has been a hero patient during every visit. He loves being carried around like a baby by staff members❤️
➡️ Cooper’s mass is a reminder to everyone to please check your pets for lumps! Don’t wait - sadly cancer does not discriminate based on age. Catching a mass early may mean we are able to cure cancer with surgery alone.
Here is a video link to Dr. Sue Cancer Vet on checking your pets lumps and bumps:
http://www.youtube./watch?v=1fHwHAUFgC8
We are here to help animals, but sometimes we can’t do it without them ❤️
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Babies from Sit Pretty Pitbull Rescue had a big day before heading to their furever home❤️
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