Smoky Hill is a small animal veterinary clinic in Aurora, CO
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Smoky Hill Veterinary Clinic has served the Aurora, Centennial and Southeast Denver metro area since 1981. Our goal is to provide the best veterinary care possible through a highly competent and caring staff.
A respiratory illness is affecting canines in some areas across the United States. Diagnostic testing has not yet confirmed the cause, but we are taking precautions to keep your dog safe.
Please see below for a few advisories we recommend to help reduce the risks of canine respiratory exposure and sickness.
https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/15-winter-care-tips-for-your-dog/
Winter can be a fun time for your dog, but it can also pose a few risks. Use these winter safety tips to protect your dog all winter long.
A respiratory illness is affecting canines in some areas across the United States. Diagnostic testing has not yet confirmed the cause, but we are taking all precautions to keep your dog safe.
Swipe to see a few advisories we recommend to help reduce the risks of canine respiratory exposure and sickness.
Celebrate National Cookie Day by making some fun treats for your dog!
Auntie Lisa's Pumpkin Doggie Biscuits ~
Combine 2c flour, 1 egg, 1/2c pumpkin, 1/3c peanut butter. Roll out to 1/2" thick and cut out desired shape. Bake for 40 minutes at 350 degrees.
Canine Respiratory Disease of Unknown Origin The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine is investigating the canine respiratory syndrome through a rapid response research project funded by the Riney Canine Health Center. The project is based at the Cornell Animal Health Diagnostic Center....
You know what makes us happy, share your photos below! 📷🐶
Calling ALL Pet Lovers: This giving season, we’re partnering with VCA Charities to give the gift of A Home for the Holidays for shelter pets — and you can help!
Make a donation at any VCA hospital now through December 31 and your name (or that of a loved one) will be featured on our wall of gratitude inside your local VCA. Can’t make it in? Donate online at VCACharities.org.
Every donation made will help provide adoption readiness and veterinary care for pets in need in communities across the country.
Today and every day, THANK YOU to our incredible clients who help us help pets find and remain in loving homes!
You asked and we answered! Here are a couple answers to your questions on the Canine Respiratory Illness.
Please contact your local VCA if you have more questions.
Happy Thanksgiving from our family at VCA Smoky Hill Animal Hospital to yours! We will be closed today but will resume normal business hours on November 24th.
As you prepare for tomorrow’s festivities, Thanksgiving Eve is an excellent time to consider your pet’s health and safety this holiday season. The food we eat can cause issues ranging from mild stomach upset to severe health outcomes and possibly death in cats, dogs and other pets.
Follow these tips to help keep your holiday as stress-free as possible.
VCA Smoky Hill Animal Hospital will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and will resume normal business hours November 24th.
Today is World Diabetes Day, and with November being National Pet Diabetes Month, we’ve been sharing information about this lifelong condition.
In addition to regular wellness exams with your veterinarian, you can reduce the risk of your pet developing diabetes or severe disease with diet and exercise.
Talk to your VCA veterinarian about diabetes prevention recommendations.
Happy World Kindness Day!
Animal enrichment is the process of providing animals with mental and physical stimulation to enhance their well-being and quality of life by allowing them to express their natural behaviors.
Learn more at https://medium.com/midform/world-animal-enrichment-day-5eb362aa4690 #:~:text=World%20Animal%20Enrichment%20Day%3A%20November%2012&text=Key%20Message%3A,of%20life%20and%20well%2Dbeing.
Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week is the 2nd full week of November. Celebrate the bond you share by sharing a photo of you and pet below 💞
https://www.rover.com/blog/how-to-introduce-kitten-to-dog/
Bringing a kitten home to a dog is a complicated but endearing task. Learn how to introduce a kitten to a dog and what to do if things don't go as planned.
Aging pets need extra care, including twice-yearly wellness exams that can help detect age-related medical conditions and diseases.
Talk to your VCA veterinarian about senior pet preventive care.
Lymphoma is a relatively common cancer, accounting for 15-20% of new cancer diagnoses in dogs. It is most common in middle-aged and older dogs, and several breeds are predisposed, suggesting that there may be a genetic component to lymphoma, although this has not been confirmed. Learn more at https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/lymphoma-in-dogs
The first full week of November is National Animal Shelter & Rescue Appreciation Week, we encourage you to take some time this week to make a donation or volunteer some time!
Today is Japanese Culture Day. Learn how cats have shaped the culture in Japan. https://osusumebooks.com/blogs/news/the-place-of-cats-in-japanese-culture-and-literature #:~:text=In%20Japanese%20folklore%2C%20cats%20have,story%20of%20the%20maneki%2Dneko.
Cats. You either love them or you don't. But if you're Japanese, chances are that your love for cats is bordering on obsession! If you know anything about Japanese culture it’s that cats make up a huge part of daily life. From clothing to cartoons, from food packaging to books, the Japanese love t...
Have you adopted a senior pet? Share their photo below!
Celebrate your senior pet by sharing their photo below!
Pets can become stressed just as we can. Since we know how stress makes us feel, we want to help lessen our pet’s feelings of stress too. There are many signs of stress that can mimic normal pet behaviors. Being aware of your pet’s regular demeanor allows you to understand changes in behavior that may indicate stress. If your pet becomes consistently stressed, see your veterinarian.
Visit fearfreehappyhomes.com for more information on how you can help.
Do you have to hide your pet's meds in peanut butter? What other methods have you found to be helpful?
❗ Make sure your peanut butter does NOT contain Xylitol ❗
Happy Halloween!
Do you dress up your pet for Halloween? We'd love to see!
Happy Halloween! Make sure to be safe tonight, and take your pet on a stroll around the neighborhood to {help you} get candy! 🎃
https://www.roscoesbedandbark.com/blog/6-spooky-ghost-stories-featuring-friendly-dogs/
Everyone loves a good spooky story now and again, especially around Halloween! However, not every story features only humans who are doing the haunting. Many true tales of spectral dogs have been told around the campfire throughout history, and in the spirit of the holiday we’ve compiled a list of...
Pet Costume Contest!
Submit a photo of your pet in a Halloween costume for voting and the winner will receive a free gift basket. Submit photos on Facebook or email to [email protected].
By submitting a photo of your pet you are giving Smoky Hill Animal Hospital Permission to post the photo on social media.
We are in need of used beach or body towels to use in the hospital. You can bring the towels to the hospital if you are looking to rehome your used large towels. Thanks!
Our theme for Halloween this year is "All Things Magical". Let us know what you think. Swing by to see it in person with your costumed pet :)
Share your black beauty below to celebrate National Black Cat Day! 🐾😻
Paws for safety tip from Trupanion 🐾👻🎃
Did you know Osteoarthritis affects 40% of dogs over the age of 1?
You may even be seeing signs in your own pet without knowing it. Take the assessment for more information. There are ways that together, we can help your dog enjoy more days to play!
https://www.zoetispetcare.com/checklist/osteoarthritis-checklist
Pet Costume Contest!
Submit a photo of your pet in a Halloween costume for voting and the winner will receive a free gift basket. Submit photos on Facebook or email to [email protected].
By submitting a photo of your pet you are giving Smoky Hill Animal Hospital permission to post the photo on social media.
Calling on all Veterans to share photos of your faithful companion!
15600 E Smoky Hill Rd
Aurora, CO
80015
| Monday | 8am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 7am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 7am - 6pm |
| Friday | 8am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 2pm |
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Always remember to pack extra water and a travel bowl for your pets when adventuring outdoors this summer! Even when dogs are swimming, the can still be at risk for dehydration or heat related illness. Contact your veterinarian if your pet has fallen ill after spending time outdoors. #vcaspets
Approximately 25% of dog visits to the veterinarian involve problems with the skin and hair coat. Even in dogs not experiencing an adverse reaction to food, the skin and hair coat can be affected by many nutritional factors. Learn more from VCA about how food can be impacting your dog's skin health: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/nutrition-skin-and-dogs
The general condition of your cat's skin and coat are good indicators of their health. 😸 Learn more about what to look out for, and how to keep your feline friend's fur staying fabulous!: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/coat-and-skin-appearance-in-the-healthy-cat
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