4 The Animals Veterinary Clinic

08/17/2024

As always, donations for the rescue can be dropped off at our clinic during our opening hours!

Due to the high number of new intakes and cost of vetting in the last two weeks, this has put us in a bind and we are running extremely low on our dry food for this upcoming week. The warehouse we usually get our
order from is out and to purchase it off the shelves is way over half of what we pay. We need 8- 35 # bags of Hills Science Diet Adult 1-6 Chicken until we can get our next order. Hoping they have it in stock. We would truly appreciate any help. Tractor Supply carries it and I’ve included our PayPal link

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=G85TN5K26VWJU

08/15/2024

What a weather…..
the current system that’s moving through seems to have messed with things and our systems (including phones) aren’t working right now. We hope that it’ll resolve once the storm has moved past.
Thank you for your patience was we try to get this resolved

08/10/2024

Xylitol is a naturally occurring substance that is widely used as a sugar substitute.

Example products include sugar-free gum, candies, breath mints, baked goods, peanut butter, pudding snacks, cough syrup, chewable or gummy vitamins, and supplements or over the counter medications, mouthwash, and toothpaste.

If you suspect that your dog has eaten a xylitol-containing product, please contact your veterinarian or Pet Poison Helpline, a 24/7 animal poison control center, at 1-800-213-6680 immediately.

Do not induce vomiting or give anything orally to your dog unless specifically directed to do so.

Symptoms that may develop are:

Vomiting
Weakness
Lack of coordination or difficulty walking or standing
Weakness/sluggishness or lethargy
Tremors
Seizures
Coma

08/09/2024

We’ve had a few people come into our clinic who are interested in meeting these sweet kitties 🐈‍⬛
Please let us know if you want a snuggle with one (or all) of those adorable guys, who are STILL looking for a loving home ♥️
They are currently in foster care but we can arrange for them to come hang out with us for a meet ‘n’ greet!

07/18/2024

Just a reminder that we are NOT a pound. We are a mainly foster-based rescue and not set up to take cats!

Please contact us before bringing lost and found pets to us or the Clinic.
We are a separate entity from 4 The Animals Veterinary Clinic and it’s extremely difficult to organize foster care when pets are left there.

07/17/2024

We talk a lot about dogs getting heatstroke, but cats can succumb to the heat just as easily. Here are some signs you should look for, if you are concerned that your cat might be suffering from heatstroke. ❤️

07/15/2024

One of the best ways to ensure that you don’t lose your pet, is to SPAY AND NEUTER them. Did you know that a male’s drive to breed is so powerful, that it becomes very difficult to keep them at home if they sense a female in heat somewhere in the neighborhood?

Spaying and neutering can help prevent you from losing your pet. ❤️

07/12/2024

Happy heterochromia day! today we celebrate the phenomenon of having two differently colored eyes. This trait is seen in humans and dogs! The most common dog breeds we see this in are: Siberian husky’s, Australian shepherds, collies, corgi’s, and Chihuahua’s. Does your pet have heterochromia?

07/09/2024

July 9th is Cow Appreciation Day. That is all.

07/05/2024

July is Pet Hydration Awareness Month. Here are some tips to make sure that your furry feline stays hydrated this summer. ❤️

07/04/2024

It’s HOT HOT HOT outside! Make sure you remember that if you’re hot, your pet is hot, too. ❤️

07/04/2024

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! We want you and your family to be safe this 4th of July. Here are some tips to keep your furry family members safe! ❤️ 🇺🇸

07/03/2024

July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month! All month long, we’re going to share tips and information with you about preventing your pet from getting lost. We’re starting with the basics:

07/03/2024

Are you looking for a sweet and loving companion? Look no further than Oscar! This 9-year-old Beagle is up for adoption after being abandoned at our clinic. He's a gentle soul who gets along with all people and pets, and he only weighs 20 lbs. He's a quiet lap dog who loves to cuddle. Email us at [email protected] to make him part of your family!

07/02/2024

Should you put sunscreen on your dog? It turns out, that YES, you SHOULD put sunscreen on your dogs, especially if they have light skin or white fur. Here’s an article that you can read for more information: ❤️

https://www.petmd.com/dog/seasonal/can-dogs-wear-sunscreen

07/02/2024

We promise you that Fido, probably doesn’t like fireworks 💥. That time of year is just around the corner, so remember to keep your pets in a safe place and away from stressful noise. ❤️

06/30/2024

Heat stroke 🔥

Heat stroke is the most serious form of heat-related illness and occurs primarily in dogs in hot, humid weather. Heat stroke is caused by exposure to extreme environmental temperatures and/or strenuous activity, combined with disruption or overwhelming of the body's normal cooling functions. This leads to increased body temperature and direct hyperthermic damage to tissue. Heat stroke is characterized by hyperthermia with a body temperature above 105°F (dogs), central nervous system dysfunction, shock, and disruption of normal enzymatic and cellular body functions.

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06/23/2024

We are changing our opening hours starting Wednesday, June 26, 2024, in order to better accommodate appointment requests.

Please be advised that our short day now falls on Wednesday and we are open longer on Fridays!

06/21/2024

If you are thinking about a new family member, check out the many dogs at 4 The Animals Rescue Inc. . ♥️ Send them a message if you’re interested in meeting some of them 😊

06/07/2024

Our office will be closed from Tuesday, June 18 until Tuesday, June 25.
Our techs and assistants will be checking voicemails daily during that time and will be available for scheduled medication refills and pick-ups.
We will be back open Wednesday, June 26.

06/01/2024

If anyone would like to donate cat food to continue to help feed this colony it can be dropped off at the clinic during business hours. Wet and dry food are both needed.

35 cats were sent from this colony for spay/neuter to Spay Oklahoma. Some of them are remaining in our care until adopted after recovering from upper respiratory illness. We also took in 30 very sick kittens, while most were too sick to save, we have 10 thriving little rascals that are enjoying life in foster care. We are thankful for our community and individuals that made this possible. Our biggest thanks goes to Dr. Gordon for all her hard work getting this done. Stay tuned pictures of the ones available for adoption.

05/03/2024

If you would like to help please stop by the clinic. If you're a first time foster, don't worry, we'll teach you all you need to know. Donation jar is located on reception desk. Supplies can also be dropped off here. A list will be posted soon.

05/01/2024

People often say that laughter is the best medicine. While the evolutionary purpose of laughter is still debatable for scientists, it’s not a uniquely human feature.

Recent studies have indicated that not only do animals laugh, but they laugh for many of the same reasons as humans.

Most animals laugh, but not all laugh at a frequency we can hear. For example, rats laugh at a pitch too high for our ears to distinguish. But you can hear a rat laughing with the right kind of microphone.
Just because we can’t hear it doesn’t mean it’s not there.
Dogs laugh a little differently than humans, but they do laugh. You can hear your dog laughing whenever they’re rapidly panting while being tickled or played with.
While cats don’t laugh, they do express joy and amusement. Cats usually purr when they’re pleased, showing they enjoy whatever you’re doing, which is their way of laughing.
Some lesser-known animals that laugh include dolphins, certain parrots, chimpanzees, and elephants!

04/15/2024

Do you know how heartworms are trasmitted? 🦟

Oklahoma is in the top TEN in the NATION for heartworm disease prevalence-- your pets should be on year-round prevention and tested annually!

We have several options for heartworm prevention including
🐾 Monthly tablets
🐾. Monthly topical liquids
🐾. 6 month month injections

Call us at (918) 815-9122 to get your pet scheduled for a test and prevention!

04/12/2024

VOLUNTEER! FOSTER! ADOPT!

Have you heard of Beagle Freedom Project ?

In our neighboring town Nowata Oklahoma over 200 animals were being used for medical testing but neglected from medical treatment. The only hand to ever touch them did the exact opposite of what they truly wanted, unconditional love. BFP has bought out the lab and now needs the communities help to give these animals the love they deserve. They don't trust us, but they want to. They never knew what a soft bed was, but they want to. They don't know what a home is, but they deserve to. A little bit of your time can go long way. Dr. Gordon has adopted 2 herself and we've watched them develop from shy test animals to loving companions.

https://bfp.org/freedom-fields/

To help more local, we are always accepting volunteers and fosters as well. See all our available dogs on petfinder.com.

04/04/2024

Does your friend have occasional tummy aches? It might be the milk or whipped cream they are enjoying!

The digestive enzyme that the body uses to break down the sugars in milk (lactose) disappears in puppies and kittens after 5-7 weeks of age. This means that they're unable to process lactose-containing milk after 2 months, and throughout their entire adulthood. That is, cats and dogs are actually lactose-intolerant!

04/02/2024

At Home First Aid Kit⚕️🐶🐱

Like us, our pets can have minor aches and pains, for which it is not always absolutely necessary to seek emergency veterinary advice.
Here are our top 7 items that every pet owner should have in their medicine cabinet:
🐾 Styptic Powder (like Kwik Stop)
🐾 Tweezers
🐾 Bandage including sterile compresses and disposable gloves
🐾 Antiseptic disinfectant
🐾 sterile saline solution, which can be used to rinse eyes in addition to wounds
🐾 Wound and healing ointment for superficial wounds (like triple antibiotic ointment or silver sulfadiazine)
🐾 Ear cleaner

When it comes to paw bandages, it is extremely important that you know how to apply a bandage correctly. Incorrectly applied dressings can have serious consequences.

03/20/2024

Spring is here and flowers and plants are decorating our gardens and kitchens 🌺
Be mindful what and where you place your green companions! Some of them might be harmful for pets. Make sure to get pet safe plants or place them out of reach.

03/18/2024

🚨 IMPORTANT INFO!!!
IBUPROFEN, ADVIL, MOTRIN AND THEIR SIDE EFFECTS ON ANIMALS! ⚠️🚫

It is not uncommon for us to see animal owners giving their pets OTC pain relief.
The ingestion of these medications, such as ibuprofen can be associated with life-threatening side effects.

Depending on the dose and medication, the following symptoms may occur:

💊 Gastrointestinal problems (diarrhea, vomiting, bleeding)
💊 acute kidney failure
💊 neurological side effects (lethargy, seizures)
💊 Liver damage

If your animal has ingested any of the above mentioned medications, take your pet to a veterinarian as soon as possible!
The prognosis for patients who have taken certain human medications depends on the presentation (acute vs. chronic poisoning), the amount ingested and the organ damage caused.
Immediate medical intervention, significant improvement in clinical symptoms within 2-3 days and rapid normalization of clinical-chemical parameters are generally associated with a good prognosis.
However, if your animal has ingested a high dose, the prognosis can usually be rated as unfavorable to poor.
So: keep medications out of the reach of pets!
Pay attention!

03/17/2024

Are you wearing your green today? Celebrating both St Patrick’s Day and Gertrude of Nevilles! Gertrude, daughter of Pippin the Elder, power behind the Merovingian throne, was both Patrick’s near contemporary and his pioneering equal in addition to being the unofficial patron saint for cats.