Hickory Veterinary Primary Care

03/01/2025

March means more walks, more flowers, and more tail wags. 🌷🐕 Let the spring fun begin!

02/25/2025

We were honored to be part of a Neuter/Spaying Day for Kitty Cottage Adoption Center. Kitty Cottage Adoption Center is a no-kill, cage free shelter located in Norristown area. We had 7 neuters and 4 spays totaling 11 kittens to be altered before finding their forever homes. Please visit https://bit.ly/3vibneT (kittycottage.org) and adopt, donate or volunteer!

02/20/2025

It's National Love Your Pet Day! Tag us in an adorable pic of you and your pet, or share a sweet story about them below.🐕🐾 And don't forget to schedule a visit with your veterinarian (that's us!) for extra love and care.

02/18/2025

02/15/2025

Auggie is having a great time in the snow! Please share pictures of your pet's enjoying the snow today.

02/14/2025

Your dog’s Valentine’s Day plans? Squirm away from all the hugs, but you’re still gonna try! 🐾💘

02/14/2025

Wishing you all a PURRR fect and PAW-some Valentine's Day

02/13/2025

Tomorrow is the big day! The EAGLES SUPERBOWL PARADE in the city of Philadelphia. Your pets are counting on you to come home. Be safe while enjoying the celebration! Share your fan pictures when you and your pet enjoyed Sunday's the big game!

02/09/2025

Valentine's Day isn't so sweet for pets when chocolates or sugar-free candies are involved. 🍫
While many of us love receiving it, chocolate is toxic to many types of pets, including cats, dogs, birds, and rabbits. But chocolate isn't the only Valentine's treat you need to keep to yourself. Xylitol, a sweetener found in many sugar-free candies, can be especially harmful to dogs, causing seizures, liver failure, and other serious health complications. This year, celebrate love by keeping those sweet treats out of your furry friend's reach!

02/08/2025

Come check us out today. We're at Fire and Ice in Ambler.

02/08/2025

CATURDAY SATURDAY!!!
February is National Dental Month and we would like to remind you that dental care is very important. Did you know dental radiographs is a very important diagnostic to help us check under the gum line for the condition of your pet's teeth. Abscesses, fractures and abnormal tissue may be hard to see unless a radiograph is taken. Here is Togepi and Jean-Ralphio showing off their smiles. They are so silly! 🐾😺🐾 Let us help you keep your pet's teeth healthy! We offer informational dental kits with samples of tooth paste, tooth brush and dental diets. On your next visit ask about a dental sample kit.
Here is a link to the American Veterinary Medical Association. There is a video on how to provide home dental care.
https://bit.ly/35ugGoX (avma.org/PetDental)

02/07/2025

Valentine’s Day is full of hidden hazards for dogs, from chocolate to sharp rose thorns. Taking a few precautions can make the day sweet and safe for your pup. 🐾💖

02/06/2025

This is Shadow a 4 year old Beagle who paid us a visit on Christmas day. He came in as an emergency after ingesting a cat toy. His owners brought a matching toy for our doctors to have an idea of what size toy he had ingested. Vomiting did not work despite coming in right away for this problem. Our doctor's concern was that the toy filled with fluid from the stomach and may have enlarge in size. There was an attempt to use the endoscope to grab and remove it but the toy was too big. Shadow required surgery and the toy was removed from his stomach. He recovered well from anesthesia and surgery and on his follow up his owners report he is back to his old self! Please send some well wishes to this sweet pup.
Use cautions when playing with cat toys around your dogs. A game of catch can lead to a visit to the emergency room. Thank you to Shadow's owners for allowing us to share his story. Please send some well wishes to this sweet pup.

02/05/2025

February is American Heart Month! Strengthen your bond with your pet by prioritizing their heart health with a comprehensive cardiology exam. 🐕🫀 A thriving heart translates to more joyful moments together. Don't wait—schedule their wellness visit now and let the love and care shine through!

02/03/2025

False: Dental issues can affect pets at any age 🦷. While dental concerns may increase as pets get older, they can start as early as your pet’s first year. Regular care helps prevent bigger problems later on. 🪥
February is National Dental Month. Take this time to have your pet's teeth examined. We can discuss dental care and what pet home dental care you can do at home.

02/02/2025

February is Spay/Neuter Awareness Month! Be a responsible pet parent and schedule their spay/neuter procedure. 🐾 Not only does it promote their well-being, but it helps control pet overpopulation, preventing abandonment and contributing to a healthier community.

02/01/2025

A healthy heart is the best gift you can give your pet this February! 💖 From daily walks to healthy food, small changes make a big difference. 🐕

01/31/2025

When it's too cold to go outside, there are still plenty of ways to bond with your dog. From puzzle toys to teaching them new tricks, or even a cozy Dog TV marathon, any of these indoor activities can help keep them engaged and entertained! 🍿🐕 We love to see! Share pictures of some of the fun activities you and your dog are sharing.