Companion Pet Clinic of Aloha

06/27/2024

With the 4th of July right around the corner, don’t forget to prep your home for your pets.
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06/18/2024

https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/lame-stst-dogs-gait-assessment?utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_campaign=Online+240618&oly_enc_id=1138G9701101I0F

This study evaluated asymmetry of weight-bearing in dogs with cranial cruciate ligament disease using the sit to stand test and the conventional walk test.

06/15/2024

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=q4GxEwsGrmk&feature=youtu.be

In this new video and a corresponding blog post for the spay/neuter series, we delve into recent literature to understand how spaying and neutering at variou...

06/08/2024

https://www.petlink.net/blog/actually-clearing-microchip-myths/?utm_source=crm-petlink-net&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=mm-2024-myth-dog

There are a lot of rumors floating around the internet as to what microchips do and do not do for your pets. We’ve put together some common misconceptions

06/05/2024

Thank you OVTAA for recognizing our rockstar Jen!!!

06/05/2024

Congratulations Jen Elphinstone🎉

The Oregon Veterinary Technician and Assistant Association is honored to recognize individuals that have gone above and beyond for the veterinary profession, our community, and the people in it.

Veterinary Assistant of the Year is awarded to a veterinary assistant who has shown exceptional leadership and dedication in their practice and community.

We are proud to announce the 2024 OVTAA Veterinary Assistant of the Year goes to…

Jen Elphinstone! She is a veterinary assistant at Companion Pet Clinic Aloha and was nominated by Magic Rodriquez.

Excerpt from Magic’s nomination outlining why Jen is such a deserving award recipient: “Jen Elphinstone is a valuable member of team Companion Pet Clinic Aloha. She has successfully completed the CPR certification course which helps our patients get top notch care. While at CPC Aloha she has risen to the challenge of many tasks, most notable developing an aftercare keepsake protocol. She has thrived at our practice making sure all aspects of the hospital are and remain in working order. Here’s to you Jen and all that you have done and continue to do!”

05/13/2024

https://www.dovelewis.org/blog/summer-pet-safety-beware-foxtails

04/29/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/sexual-maturity-in-puppies-what-to-expect/?sc_src=email_806402&sc_lid=47641973&sc_uid=pHR7n5P4xK&sc_llid=759&sc_eh=c26d3889b1885f3a1&utm_campaign=20240429_1350_pupdate_drip-week-50+%233&utm_source=pupdate&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Read+More

Timing of sexual maturity in puppies varies depending on breed and size, so owners should be educated on the process, as well as spay/neuter implications.

04/27/2024

https://www.gundogdoc.com/lyme-and-lepto-vaccines-for-hunting-dogs/

04/26/2024

April is heartworm awareness month 🐾🐾

https://www.akcchf.org/canine-health/top-health-concerns/current-topics-in-infectious-disease/AKC-CHF-Heartworm-Fact-Sheet.pdf?sc_src=email_784175&sc_lid=46477044&sc_uid=pHR7n5P4xK&sc_llid=20996&sc_eh=c26d3889b1885f3a1

04/20/2024

Why year round preventative is important 🐾🐾

This week we continue our YouTube series on heartworm disease. In this video I discuss the rational behind the current recommendation for year round preventi...

03/14/2024

Tic season 🐞
Anytime it gets a tad warm

02/25/2024

The importance of bloodwork:

In this video, we go in-depth into the reason behind doing screening blood work like pre-surgical blood work and senior blood work. In addition, we will feat...

02/19/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/tick-borne-diseases-dogs-prevent/?utm_campaign=20240219_1349_pupdate_drip-week-40&utm_source=pupdate&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Read+More

Tick-borne disease is a growing threat to both canine and human health. Be aware of dog tick diseases to protect your pet.

02/16/2024

Worms 🪱 oh my 😳

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/worms-in-dogs/?sc_src=email_571588&sc_lid=33308952&sc_uid=pHR7n5P4xK&sc_llid=263236&sc_eh=c26d3889b1885f3a1&utm_campaign=20240216-nibble-health-live-intent&utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_term=READ+MORE+»

02/14/2024

02/08/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/how-to-keep-your-dog-healthy/?utm_source=akc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=triggered_regcertemail&utm_content=prgm_reg_healthy

Understanding how to keep your dog healthy is extremely important. Here are ways to maintain canine health to keep your pet happy and safe.

02/05/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/training/puppies-dogs-jump-safely/?sc_src=email_546433&sc_lid=31430797&sc_uid=pHR7n5P4xK&sc_llid=332&sc_eh=c26d3889b1885f3a1&utm_campaign=20240205_1343_pupdate_drip-week-38+%231&utm_source=pupdate&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Read+More

Most dogs are capable of jumping several times their own height, however, that doesn't necessarily mean they should...read on to learn why!

01/31/2024

Ask about Trupanion 30 day free 😮 first exam program at your next visit🐾🐾
Or call and talk with a customer care specialist today!
503-690-1939

https://www.trupanion.com/certificates/exam-day-offer

01/31/2024

February is Pet Dental Month 🦷🐾🐾
Give a call and talk to one of our customer care specialists! Set up and exam or schedule a dental today!
503-690-1939

https://projectupland.com/hunting-dogs/dental-disease-in-hunting-dogs-leads-to-poor-scenting-abilities-2/

01/30/2024

Let’s talk about 💩😳
Always an important question the veterinarian will ask an owner. A good barometer of how our pets are doing and feeling💩💩💩

01/29/2024

Just a few of the reasons you may need an exam🐾🐾
Give us a call if you have any concerns and would like to speak to a customer care specialist on our team
503-690-1939

01/22/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/kennel-cough-in-dogs/?utm_campaign=20240122_1343_pupdate_drip-week-36+%232&utm_source=pupdate&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Read+More

Kennel cough in dogs is contagious and can be dangerous. Learn about the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of kennel cough in dogs.

01/22/2024

February is Pet Dental Month 🐾🐾🦷🪥
Check in with us and schedule an exam/dental today!
Special discounts during the month of February!
Call one of our team members today for info and to schedule your exam🐶🐈
503-690-1939

01/22/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/home-living/poisonous-plants-for-dogs/?utm_campaign=20240122_1343_pupdate_drip-week-36+%232&utm_source=pupdate&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Read+More

Many shrubs, trees, and flowers commonly found in the garden and in the wild are dangerous if your dog eats them. Here are the poisonous plants for dogs.

01/18/2024

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/dog-skin-lumps-bumps/?sc_src=email_504678&sc_lid=28834358&sc_uid=pHR7n5P4xK&sc_llid=118122&sc_eh=c26d3889b1885f3a1&utm_campaign=20240118-nibble-health-live-intent&utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_term=READ+MORE+%C2%BB

While skin bumps and strange lumps should always be taken seriously, certain types of bumps are more common than you might think.

01/17/2024

For the safety of our staff, their families and our clients. We will be closed until roads are safe to travel. We will update as conditions change.
But please first and foremost stay safe.
If you have an emergency please call:
tannasbourne ER, Dove Lewis, or Bridgetown ER