Chenango Animal Hospital

05/31/2024

We currently are open every other Saturday.
Our Saturday schedule for the month of June is as follows:
June 1: 8am -1pm
June 8: Closed
June 15: 8am - 1pm
June 22: Closed
June 29: 8am - 1pm

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05/24/2024

We're hiring!!

We are currently looking for a Licensed Veterinary Technician.
If you are interested, or know any who may be interested, an application/resume can be submitted through our indeed page.

Chenango Animal Hospital

05/10/2024

Please note that we will be closed for Memorial Day weekend. We will re-open at 8AM on Tuesday, May 28th. As usual, if any emergencies arise over the weekend please contact an emergency hospital such as Cornell.

We hope everyone has a great weekend!

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04/29/2024

Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine regularly runs clinical trials for pets with various diseases (and often covers costs of treatment!).

If you have a pet with any health conditions you can check Cornell's list of clinical trials to see if you pet qualifies for any studies to further our understanding of veterinary science, while also getting your pet treatments which may be needed.

Thank you for considering enrolling a pet in a clinical trial at Cornell. By participating, you are helping us to advance the health and well-being of animals and people. Join our mailing list! Sign up to be notified of new clinical trials.

04/19/2024

We are looking to continue to expand our team. We have openings for the following positions:
-Veterinarian
-Licensed veterinary technician
-Veterinary assistant/kennel attendant
For full information on these job openings please have a look at our Indeed pages. If you know anyone who might like to join our practice, we will accept resumes by email. We're looking forward to meeting potential new members of our team!

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04/06/2024

After a long hiatus, the Upstate Tick Testing Laboratory is now again open. If any ticks are found attached to your or your pets, you are able to submit them to this laboratory which can tell you which infectious diseases the tick is carrying.

Ticks will be identified by species before testing for pathogens. Irrespective of the species, all ticks will be tested for 16 pathogens using our lab-developed universal tick-borne pathogen assay.  With our assay, we  can detect the following pathogens:  

04/02/2024

We are seeing more pets with Lyme disease since it is becoming more prevalent in our local tick population. If you have questions about how Lyme disease might impact your dogs/horses, consider attending the following webinar hosted by the Central New York Lyme & Tick-borne Disease Alliance.

This webinar and Q&A session will be presented by Dr Douglas Wojcik, a veterinarian with plenty of experience in handling Lyme disease. Registration fees will be used to support the Alliance's education and outreach initiatives. Funds raised will directly enable the Alliance to expand their community and youth education programs, provide free Tick Kits, and enrich their monthly Support Group for patients and their families.

For more information and to register please check out the link below.

Discover how Lyme and tick-borne diseases affect dogs and horses, including symptoms, diagnostic tests, treatment options and prevention methods.

03/27/2024

Some news for those who have exotic pets:
Our Dr Callan is able to care for your small furries (or scalies)!

We feel that no patient, no matter the species, should ever have to go without medical care. If you would like to establish your exotic pets with our practice please give us a call at 607-204-0856.

Exotic animals seem like fun, interesting pets. Many people have considered owning an exotic pet, but don’t know how to care for these unique creatures.

03/22/2024

03/13/2024

If you struggle to give oral medications to your pets, consider trying Pill Pockets. They are a moldable treat which you can disguise pills and capsules in to make your job easier. They are made for both cats and dogs in a variety of flavors that most pets are fooled by, so they are definitely worth a try!

03/05/2024

If you've had a visit to our hospital with your kitty lately you may have noticed that we are using Feliway-infused towels to cover all cat carriers. Feliway is a calming pheromone to makes cats feel more confident and comfortable, and we are already hearing feedback that our feline patients are much more relaxed!

Does your cat need a little extra reassurance on the go? Travelling and vet visits can be very stressful for our feline friends... FELIWAY CLASSIC spray can help comfort your cat in these unsettling situations 💕 Simply spray the carrier 15 minutes before putting your cat inside, for an extra boost of calming FELIWAY pheromones away from home 🏡

📸 Purrcival & Furgoblins

02/19/2024

Have you noticed that your dog is itchy? Signs of this could include licking of paws, shaking head/scratching ears, or red and irritated skin. For dogs that are itchy year round, it's possible they could have a dietary allergy.

Now is the time to find out whether your pet may have food allergies, before the weather warms up to produce grass growth and pollen release. For more information about how to address food allergies check out the below links.

https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/food-allergies-in-dogs

https://www.vetderm.ca/storage/app/media/597b60444c4f3_NWVDS_Food_Trial.pdf

02/14/2024

Have you noticed any behavioral issues in your pup? Don't take a page out of the Amazon Super Bowl commercial playbook!

If you have any concerns about your pets' behavior (regardless of species) please get in touch with us. We are always happy to help you and your pet family.

Amazon's Super Bowl commercial featured a family struggling to curtail their dog's poor behavior. But their solution of getting a second dog is a bad idea.

02/05/2024

We are pleased to provide the following updates to our opening hours which will allow those people who work late to get the care they need for their pets.

We are now open 8AM-8PM four days a week (Monday-Thursday). Friday hours will remain the same at 8AM-6PM. We are also open every other Saturday 8AM-1PM for the folks who work long hours during the week.

As always, if you need to schedule an appointment for your pet please give us a call on (607) 204-0586.

02/01/2024

February is National Pet Dental Health Month, let's raise awareness for the health of our pets' teeth!

Have you noticed bad breath or discolored teeth in any of your pets? If you have any concerns with your pets' dental health please contact us so we can help you keep your pets healthy and comfortable.

https://www.avma.org/events/national-pet-dental-health-month

For owners of younger pets who do not have active dental disease, did you know it is recommended to brush your pets' teeth every day? See below for resources on how to approach toothbrushing in your pets, so you can increase the chances they maintain excellent dental health for the rest of their lives.

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/dog/dog-dental-care

https://icatcare.org/advice/how-to-brush-your-cats-teeth/

Don't turn your nose to your pet's bad breath! That odor might signify a serious health risk, with the potential to damage your pet's teeth and overall health.

01/22/2024

We would like to introduce Chenango Animal Hospital's newest technician, Taylor Savage, LVT! She is extremely caring and is a great addition to our team. To learn more about Taylor please have a read of her bio, link below. She is looking forward to meeting everyone!

https://chenangoanimalhospital.com/about-technicians-bio_taylor_savage/

01/12/2024

How did your pets enjoy the most recent snow storm? We hope that they had a great time romping in the snow, and we'd love to see any photos you took of them in their winter wonderlands!

You can take a look at the below link for advice on how to avoid frostbite, as well as any issues from road salt, to keep your pets safe in the colder weather.

Extreme winter weather conditions call for extra caution to keep you and your loved ones safe — including your pets. Use these expert tips to protect your pet.

12/27/2023

Are you and your dog dreading any New Year's fireworks? Check out this article for ways to prepare and keep your pets calm if you anticipate there being any fireworks displays near your home.

We hope you're all enjoying your holiday season!

Holidays with fireworks cause lots of loud noises, which can cause dog anxiety. Learn how to keep your dog calm during fireworks.

12/22/2023

We are happy to announce that we have a winner for our holiday photo contest - congratulations to Finley, Violet, and Fiona. We were especially impressed by the coordination required to get this photo! They have won the prize of a free year's supply of Credelio and Interceptor Plus for one of the photogenic pooches.

We are looking at doing other contests in the future. Would this be something that people are interested in participating in?

12/22/2023

Before all of the holiday festivities kick off, you can refresh yourself on the most commonly encountered pet toxins to help prevent any Christmas disasters.

If you are worried that your pet may have consumed a dangerous substance, you can either give us a call if we are open on 607-204-0856, or call the Pet Poison Helpline if we are closed on 855-764-7661.

We wish you and your pets a safe and happy holiday season!

https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/pet-owner-blog/holiday-party-dangers/

P.S. keep the votes coming in to have your say in our pet photo contest, voting closes at 6PM tonight.

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12/19/2023

Entries for our pet photo contest have now closed. Have your say on who brings the best holiday cheer! Voting closes on Friday, December 22nd at 6PM and the prize winner will be announced. Click on the poll below to cast your votes.

Please note the prize has been amended to now include a year supply of BOTH Credelio AND Interceptor Plus for one pet, subject to our previous fine print rules.

https://take.quiz-maker.com/poll5053572x7D5C47b9-154

12/16/2023

As a reminder, all photo submissions for our holiday contest are due at 6PM this Monday. Please see our previous post for full details.

Hope you're all getting into the holiday spirit!

12/14/2023

We're holding a holiday pet photo contest! 🐶 You can win a year of Credelio or Interceptor (flea/tick product or dewormer) for one of your pets if you win the vote.

To enter please submit one festive-themed photo of your pet(s) by 6PM on Monday, December 18th. These can be submitted by email to [email protected] with your pets' names and the words "Photo Contest" in the subject line. The photos will then be put up for public vote on our page.

We look forward to seeing all your pet holiday photos! 😻🐍🐢🐰🐭

The fine print: All pets entered in the contest must be active patients in order for us to dispense prescription medications, meaning they must be seen by us at least every 12 months. Please also note that any dogs receiving Interceptor as their prize must have a valid negative heartworm test throughout the 12 month period they are receiving treatment, and the cost of this test is not covered in this contest. The reason for this is because using Interceptor in a potentially heartworm-positive dog can be damaging to that dog's health.

12/09/2023

Now that colder weather is here, you may find your older pets struggling to get around a bit more. Winter temperatures can negatively affect our pets' joints the same as it can our own.

Have a look at the below links to learn how to recognize arthritis in your pets, and ways you can help to keep them more comfortable during the winter months. If you would like to discuss your pets' mobility please give us a call.

https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/winter-joint-health-dogs/

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/advice/dog/health-and-injuries/arthritis-in-dogs

https://icatcare.org/advice/arthritis-and-degenerative-joint-disease-in-cats/

Avoid the "big freeze" in winter by maintaining your dog's joint health. Here are tips on keeping dog joint health optimal during cold weather.

12/06/2023

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Lea Callan as one of our new full time veterinarians! You can learn a little about her by checking out her bio on our website. Some of you may have met or spoken to her already, as she started out working on reception while awaiting approval to work in New York State. She's looking forward to caring for your pets.

https://chenangoanimalhospital.com/about-veterinarians-bio_dr_lea_callan/

11/27/2023

We unfortunately will be discontinuing our practice home delivery service, effective immediately, due to ongoing staffing shortages.

However, if you would still like to have home delivery as an option, please see our previous post about the direct-to-home shipping that our online pharmacy, Vets First Choice, provides.

If you have any questions about Vets First Choice, or anything else, please get in touch with us.

11/27/2023

Dogs in at least seven states have been infected. Symptoms include coughing, fever, lethargy and intermittent loss of appetite.

11/24/2023

With warmer winter weather we are seeing more and more ticks year round. You can help protect your pets from Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses by continuing to provide regular tick preventatives, regardless of season. Contact us if you would like to discuss testing your pets for tick-borne diseases, as well as bringing them up to date with tick treatment.

What to do if one of your family members (furry or otherwise) has been bitten by a tick, and you're worried about the diseases it may be carrying? The nearest tick testing lab is located in Pennsylvania, and for a fee they can test ticks for a variety of bacteria and parasites. Check out the Tick Research Lab below:
https://www.ticklab.org/

To read more about the problem of year-round tick activity, please take a look at the following news article:

https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/warm-winter-weather-tick-bites-lyme-disease-risk-rcna125202

Being bitten by an adult tick in winter could mean you or your precious pet are at a higher risk of being infected with Lyme disease, experts say.

11/21/2023

Thanksgiving is almost upon us, so we would like to provide you with your yearly reminder of how to keep your pets safe during the holiday season. Please have a look below for the AVMA's link to tips on avoiding toxins and other dangers that are more commonly encountered during all the festivities.

If you have any concerns with your pets during the holidays, please call us if we're open on 607-204-0856; call Cornell if we're not open on 607-253-3060; or call the Pet Poison Helpline if your pet has ingested anything toxic on 855-764-7661.

We hope you and your pets have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🍗

AVMA's holiday guide:
https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/thanksgiving-pet-safety #:~:text=Keep%20the%20feast%20on%20the,onions%2C%20raisins%2C%20and%20grapes.

Pet Poison Helpline:
https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=PPH_Branded&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvOTJpujTggMVUUhHAR0O-w0QEAAYASAAEgKbMvD_BwE