Gold Coast Mobile Veterinary Service

11/24/2024

We will be closed for the Thanksgiving weekend, so please check your pet medications and place any orders you need filled by noon tomorrow - Monday, November 25th. We will deliver them to you on Tuesday, November 26th. The next available delivery will be Tuesday, December 3rd.

11/23/2024

In December 2022 my (Dr Saria’s) own dog came inside with a ruptured cruicate ligament. Shortly thereafter she tore her other side as well. Both of these injuries often result in the lifetime of lameness, pain and chronic medication. While surgery is often curative, and I know how to do it and could have done it for her, sometimes surgery can go drastically wrong. Instead, I elected to do stem Cell regenerative therapy created by Ardent Animal Health in my own Gold Coast laboratory and in my own surgery clinic for my personal best friend. I injected her first knee and saved the cells, and when she tore her second knee, I was able just to retrieve those cells and inject her second knee. This is what she looks like two years later. Absolutely no medication’s and no restrictions! What a joy!!

11/19/2024

One of our favorite cutie pies today! Hi, Sarge!!

05/26/2024

I received several messages asking what i actually did the last week, so i decided to share my adventure! I went on two common border horse rides in Hawick (as well as a few other things)
some history and context:

“A common riding is an equestrian tradition mainly in the Scottish Borders in Scotland.[1] Male and female riders ride out of the town and along its borders to commemorate the practice from 13th and 15th centuries where there were frequent raids on the Anglo-Scottish border known as the Border Reivers and also to commemorate the Scottish defeat at the Battle of Flodden.[1] Today, the common ridings, rideouts, or riding of the marches continue to be annual events celebrated in the summer in the Borders of Scotland. Each town may have many rideouts over their festival week, usually having one on festival day. Some towns re-enact historic 'common ridings' – although many others have well-established 'festival rides' that are cemented within their town's history.”
“ In Hawick, (pronounced Ho-oink) they celebrate the capture of an English Flag in 1514 by the youth of Hawick at a place called Hornshole and The Cornet’s Lass ‘busses’ the Flag by tying ribbons of blue and gold to the head of the staff of the flag. In Annan, there is the ‘Hole in the Hedge’ ceremony. It is claimed that in days gone by, a boy was pushed through the smithy’s window to look out for approaching marauders. Each year, a different local boy is chosen to be ‘skelped’ through the hedge to mark both the site and the tradition.”

05/25/2024

Thank you to everyone for allowing me to take a vacation. Scotland is fantastic, but one aspect in particular is amazing. They are sooo dog friendly. This is a small cafe which caters to both humans and pups!
Although i had a great time, i can’t wait to see you all again 🥰
Dr Saria

04/08/2024

Sue is away next week, so we will only have medication deliveries on Tuesday, April 16th! Be sure to check your meds and let us know if you need med refills no later than midnight on Sunday, April 14th! All med orders will be filled on Monday for delivery on Tuesday, April 16.

03/26/2024

This is interesting!!

Labradors and flat-coated retrievers could have a gene that causes hyperphagia

03/24/2024

Hello sister Gold Coast Mobile Business!

02/07/2024

GOT TOWELS?

We are reaching out to see if any of you might have some towels that are ready to be purged as part of your spring cleaning.
If so, we would be happy to give them a new home! Just reach out to us here and we will make arrangements to pick them up when we are going to be in your area!

01/07/2024

Happy snow day!

01/05/2024

Pet Scottish terriers exposed to cigarette smoke were six times as likely to develop bladder cancer as terriers with no or minimal cigarette smoke exposure over the course of three years, according to a study in The Veterinary Journal. Cotinine, a ni****ne metabolite, was detected in the urine of so...

12/30/2023

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12/28/2023

Here is the latest from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Cases of canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC) in multiple states have been catching much media attention lately. Efforts are underway to identify one or more pathogens that may be responsible.

Meanwhile, dog owners understandably have questions, and veterinary teams need trustworthy answers. Here’s information that your veterinary team can share with clients to help address their concerns.

Outbreaks of CIRDC occur regularly, and the recent outbreak isn’t cause for alarm.
Several different bacteria and viruses can contribute to CIRDC, and we don’t yet know which one(s) are causing the outbreak. While we can’t rule out the possibility that a new organism may be responsible for the outbreak, current disease patterns aren’t consistent with the emergence of a new, easily transmitted pathogen.
Most dogs with CIRDC will have only mild illness, recovering fully within 7 to 10 days. The classic sign is a frequent, honking cough that comes on suddenly, but some dogs may have sneezing and/or a runny nose or eyes.
Typically, only a small percentage of dogs will develop more severe disease, depending on the infecting organism(s) and the dog’s ability to fight it.
Signs that your dog needs immediate veterinary care include the following:
Lingering cough

Weakness

Loss of appetite

Difficulty breathing

Worsening of illness

A cough so severe that your dog vomits or has trouble breathing

These factors increase a dog’s risk of becoming ill:

Short-nose breed, like French Bulldogs

Very young or old age

Compromised immune system

Pre-existing respiratory disease or heart disease

The best way to protect your dog against CIRDC is to keep their vaccines current. Vaccines not only reduce the chance of your dog becoming ill. They also make your dog less likely to develop severe disease or spread infection to other dogs.

Optimal protection against common respiratory infections includes an annual intranasal vaccine against Bordetella, canine adenovirus type 2, and canine parainfluenza. Where canine influenza is known to be circulating, the injectable canine influenza vaccine also is recommended. Your veterinarian can help you decide which vaccines your dog needs to stay as healthy as possible.

For further protection against CIRDC:

Remember that dogs can be contagious and still look perfectly healthy. To play it safe, limit your dog’s interaction with other dogs—especially large groups of dogs with unknown health or vaccination statuses—and wash your hands after handling other dogs to avoid spreading infection.

Keep your dog away from toys and food and water bowls used by dogs outside your household.

Stay informed. Follow your veterinarian or the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) on social media, and check news or internet resources to find out about places where CIRDC, or more specific respiratory infections like canine influenza, have been reported. Start with this update from AVMA News: Making sense of the mystery illness found across the U.S.

Delay or avoid taking your dog to places where outbreaks are occurring.

If your dog is sick, keep them away from other dogs.

In general, the risk of people getting sick from exposure to dogs with CIRDC is extremely low.

Related resources
The AVMA has online resources you can share with clients to help them understand more about both CIRDC and canine influenza, as well as a downloadable client handout on canine influenza. Find more information on these AVMA webpages:

Canine infectious respiratory disease complex (Kennel cough)
Canine influenza in pets
Canine influenza: Veterinary team resources
Veterinarians also can read more about CIRDC in these peer-reviewed publications:

Canine infectious respiratory disease: New insights into the etiology and epidemiology of associated pathogens
Canine infectious respiratory disease

12/25/2023

Gold Coast Mobile Vet is a member of the Connecticut ELVES and we couldn’t be more proud to be in such good company! Amazing Veterinarians from all over the world ensured that Santa and his reindeer had another successful flight! Merry Christmas to all! We hope Santa brought you everything on your list! ♥️

12/23/2023

Proudly supporting this beautiful organization remembering such a tragic loss… we at Gold Coast Mobile Veterinary Service are honored to be part of the deeply rooted services of this organization

Yesterday marked 11 years since the Sandy Hook Tragedy. While the loss remains immeasurable, we celebrate Catherine’s spirit which shines in every animal helped, every human smile, every butterfly that dances AND every act of compassion. Kindness is a gift she gave freely every day of her life – we call it The Kindness Effect. We would be so grateful if you would consider making a gift to support her mission at: qrco.de/bdk7pM

12/22/2023

THIS JUST IN: USDA Issues Permit for Santa’s Reindeer to Enter the US

Permit allows reindeer to enter and exit the United States between the hours of 6 p.m. on Dec. 24, 2023, and 6 a.m. on Dec. 25, 2023.

(Washington, D.C., December 21, 2023) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) today issued a transit permit to Mr. S. Nicholas Claus of the North Pole, a distributor with Gifts and Good Cheer, Inc. The permit will allow reindeer to enter and exit the United States between the hours of 6 p.m. on Dec. 24, 2023, and 6 a.m. on Dec. 25, 2023, local time, through or over any U.S. border port.

"USDA is delighted to grant Mr. Claus and his reindeer a special permit to enter the United States, ensuring a seamless journey for the joy they bring each holiday season," said Jenny Lester Moffitt, Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs. "We extend a warm welcome to Mr. Claus and recognize the vital role of U.S. milk and cookies in fueling his festive flight."

Veterinary officials ensured the reindeer met all entry requirements before issuing the permit. Dr. Rosemary Sifford, USDA’s Chief Veterinary Officer, stated: “At a recent inspection, the reindeer were found to be healthy and able to prance and paw with each hoof.”

It was noted on the health certificate that one reindeer, Rudolph, has a minor physical anomaly. However, APHIS indicated that Rudolph’s red nose, while bright, was normal for him and not a concern.

APHIS regulates the movement of cervids, including reindeer, to protect the health of America’s livestock population. The permitting process provides assurance that only healthy animals enter the United States.

USDA has confirmed that the reindeer will arrive pulling a wooden sleigh with jingling bells attached, filled with brightly wrapped gifts. Port personnel will clean and disinfect the runners and underside of the sleigh at the time of entry. They will also conduct a short visual inspection of the reindeer. Mr. Claus has been asked to disinfect his boots and thoroughly wash his hands. These measures are intended to prevent the entry of any livestock diseases the team may encounter during deliveries to farms and houses around the world prior to entering the United States.

Mr. Claus also provided an advance list of what port personnel should expect upon their arrival. This includes a variety of food items, all of which come from approved locations and none of which pose a threat to U.S. animal or plant health.

“It’s important that Gifts and Good Cheer, Inc. take all the right steps and precautions to protect against the potential introduction of pests and diseases,” explained Mr. Claus. “I appreciate USDA’s assistance every year as we gear up for our big night.”

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Bodhi Day, Noche Buena, Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, Diwali, or other holidays during this time of year, USDA wishes you a happy and healthy season full of time-honored traditions and celebrations.

12/12/2023