Cross Timbers Veterinary Hospital

08/12/2024

CLEAR THE SHELTER
Aug 24th, 2024, 8am-12pm
Bowie Animal Shelter
1504 Wise St, Bowie, TX 76230

Cross Timbers will be here offering discounted vaccinations from 8am-11am

08/08/2024

Break out the catnip and cameras - August 8th is International Cat Day, and we want to see your feline friend's adorable face! Post a picture to show off your purr-fect felines.

08/07/2024

We are still looking to hire!
Come swing by and drop off those resumes!

07/22/2024

Vaccine Clinic!
Thursday July 25th
5:30pm- 7:00pm

07/03/2024

Important notice: Cross Timbers will be closed tomorrow in observance of the 4th of July Holiday. If your pet requires medication to last through the festivities, please contact our clinic today to arrange pickup. Business hours will resume as normal on Friday the 5th.
As always, enjoy these tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday for you and your pet.

07/01/2024

Preparing for the 4th of July? Don't forget about your furry friend! Here are some tips to help.

06/26/2024

Public Service Announcement:

Due to overwhelming amount of boarding.

Boarding Policy:

- Check-in/Drop-off Time: 12:00pm-5:00pm
- Pick-up/Check-out Time: 8:30am- 11:00am. No Exceptions.

Please note that if you arrive with your pet before the scheduled drop-off/check-in time, you will be required to wait until 12:00 PM. If the designated drop-off/check-in time is not convenient for you on your scheduled day, you may need to bring your pet the night before, subject to availability.

This policy ensures we have adequate time to clean the kennels and prepare for the next pet's arrival. Due to our boarding kennels being at full capacity, we cannot accommodate early arrivals.

This process is similar to checking in and out of a hotel, where standard check-in and check-out times allow for room cleaning and preparation for the next guest.

06/24/2024

It's almost Thursday, so you know what that means!
Our monthly vaccine clinic is happening this Thursday 6/27 from 5:30pm-7:00pm.
See you there!

06/20/2024

Hello everyone! We are currently looking for newspaper donations. If you have any newspapers you're not using please feel free to stop by and drop them off.
We would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you!

06/12/2024

Cross Timbers Veterinary Hospital is looking to hire a full-time veterinary technician at our Bowie location!

No application required

You can drop off your resume at either location (Bowie or Nocona)
Bowie: 1403 HWY 59 N Bowie, TX 76230
Nocona: 201 Main Street Nocona, TX 76255

Resumes dropped off in person have higher priority.

The ideal candidate should have a passion for animal care and possess the necessary skills to assist in providing high-quality veterinary services, a keen attention to detail, a professional demeanor, solid communication skills and the ability to multi-task.

Experience preferred but not necessary

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
-Assist veterinarians in routine examinations, treatments and surgical procedures by taking histories, vital signs
-Obtain blood, stool and other samples.
-Conduct X-rays and assist in diagnostic procedures
-Provide compassionate animal restraint during examinations and treatments
-Maintain accurate medical records for all patients
-Educate pet owners on proper animal care and treatment protocols
-Maintain an organized and clean environment in the hospital
-Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines.
-Answering phones/taking messages if receptionist is unavailable

Qualifications:
-Small/Large animal experience (preferred)
-Veterinary Knowledge (preferred)
-High School Diploma or equivalent
-Ability to maintain confidentialy
-Capacity to work well under stressful situations
-Rotate saturday's
-Ability to work with horses, cattle, dogs/cats of all sizes

06/06/2024

✨️SPECIAL✨️

Get ready for a galloping good time! This June, we're offering 20% off all horse vaccines. Protect your equine friend and save big!

06/03/2024

Due to unforseen circumstances. Our Nocona clinic will NOT be open today (6/3/24). We are pushing to be back open Wednesday 6/5/24. Thank you for your patience during this time. As always if you need to make an appointment please give our Bowie Location a call at 940-872-2161. Thank you.

05/27/2024

Happy Memorial Day.
Don't forget this Thursday May 30th is our vaccine clinic.

Vaccine Clinic!
Thursday May 30th 5:30pm-7:00pm
See you there!

05/20/2024

Vaccine Clinic!
Thursday May 30th 5:30pm-7:00pm
See you there!

05/17/2024

Another reminder Nocona will be closing today at 12:30pm and will remain closed for 2 weeks. We will reopen June 3rd following normal business hours.

ATTENTION:

Cross Timbers in Nocona will only be open half a day on May 17th. (This time is dedicated to our surgery patients only). We will continue to be closed the rest of the month of May and will re open June 3rd.

If you need to make an appointment or have an emergency during this time our Bowie Location will be open to take care of your needs.

05/08/2024

ATTENTION:

Cross Timbers in Nocona will only be open half a day on May 17th. (This time is dedicated to our surgery patients only). We will continue to be closed the rest of the month of May and will re open June 3rd.

If you need to make an appointment or have an emergency during this time our Bowie Location will be open to take care of your needs.

04/25/2024

Don't forget! Vaccine clinic is tonight 5:30pm-7pm. See you there!

VACCINE CLINIC!
No appointment needed.
Thursday, April 25th
5:30pm-7:00pm
See you there!

04/18/2024

VACCINE CLINIC!
No appointment needed.
Thursday, April 25th
5:30pm-7:00pm
See you there!

04/12/2024

Look who paid us a visit!!! Dr. Wayne Porter was in town yesterday and stopped by to see what was going on at the clinic. Dr. Porter was an owner of Cross Timbers from 1967-2006. He was an excellent surgeon and known for his bedside manner!! It's was good to see him and visit for a few minutes!

04/01/2024

Warmer days are approaching, which means rattlesnakes are going to start becoming more active.

This means we are offering 20% OFF the rattlesnake vaccine all month of April!

Call to make an appointment to get your dog(s) protected.

The vaccine does not make them immune if a bite were to occur but it will help minimize the effects so you can rush your pup to recieve emergency treatment.

The rattlesnake vaccine is specifically designed to produce antibodies against the venom of the western diamondback rattlesnake. The vaccine does not protect against the venom of water moccasins or coral snakes.

The vaccine works by creating protective antibodies that help neutralize venom, so dogs experience less pain and swelling after a snake bite. Factors that can influence the effectiveness of the vaccine include the location of the bite, the type of snake, and the amount of venom injected.

03/28/2024

Friendly Reminder:
The clinic will be closed this Friday and Saturday (03/29/2024-03/30/2024) for Good Friday/Easter weekend.
Regular business hours will resume on Monday.
We will have a Dr. on-call for emergencies that may arise.
Thank you, stay safe and have a great weekend.

03/23/2024

Update: Owner has been found and he is back home. Thank you everyone for sharing.

Found dog!
This sweet boy was found on 1403 HWY 59 N.
If this is your dog please contact us at 940-872-2161

03/22/2024

It's that time again!
Vaccine clinic happening,
Thursday March 28th
5:30pm-7:00pm
See you there!

03/13/2024

Did you know March is Pet Poison Prevention Month?!

If you think your pet may have gotten into something toxic, call your local veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) at (888) 426-4435 for any animal poison-related emergency, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A consultation fee may apply.

Here are some of the top 10 poisons for dogs and cats in 2023 reported by the Animal Poison Control Center (APCC)

1. Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications
OTC medications remain at number one with 16.8% of the exposures. People sometimes accidentally drop their vitamins and supplements or leave bottles of pain medications (ibuprofen, naproxen) where pets can access them.

2. Food and Drink
Food and drink remains at number two with 16.2% of the calls. Protein drinks and bars, xylitol gums, grapes/raisins, and onions/garlic make up the largest part of this group.

3. Human Prescription Medications
Human prescription medications remain in the third spot. Heart medications, inhalers, and ADHD medications are the most commonly ingested.

4. Chocolate
Chocolate keeps slowly creeping up with 13% of the exposures. These are mostly dogs as cats do not have sweet taste buds and rarely eat enough to cause clinical signs.

5. Veterinary Products
Veterinary products have moved up two spots with 8.3% of the exposures. Many of these are ingestions of flavored chewable tablets or soft chews. These forms make it easy to administer but really increase the risk of ingestion of the whole container. Make sure to keep products out of reach.

6. Plants and Fungi
Plants and fungi dropped one spot with 8.1% of the exposures. Plants exposures peaked during COVID, when so many of us bought houseplants during quarantine, and have been dropping since then.

7. Household Products
Household products also dropped one spot with 7.1% of the exposures. Deoxidizers (found in jerky and soft treats) and batteries are common ingestions. Exposure to disinfecting wipes has decreased since COVID.

8. Rodenticides
Rodenticides remain at number eight with 6.5% of the exposures. Many pets are exposed when rodents move the blocks from safe spaces to spaces that are more accessible to pets.

9. Insecticides
Insecticides also remain at number nine with 3.5% of the exposures. Reading labels about correct dilution and putting bags away after use can reduce the risks from this category.

10. Recreational Drugs
Recreational drugs remain in the top 10 with 2.3% of the exposures. While THC exposures continue to rise, the biggest gains were in mushroom (psilocybin and muscarine) exposures.

02/26/2024

VACCINE CLINIC!

This Thursday 02/29/2024 from 5:30pm-7:00pm

Come vaccinate your fur babies and be the cool kids on the block.

02/14/2024

Love your pet this Valentine's Day and give the gift of Bravecto to protect your furry friend from those pesky fleas and ticks! Stop by today and pick up a box or 2!

1 box of Bravecto comes with 1 chewable tablet that will last you 3 months!
We also have topical Bravecto for cats as well!

We will need an updated weight on your pet before we can script this item out to you due to the dosage depending on their weight.

02/12/2024

Did you know February is pet dental health month!? Here are some things to look for when it comes to the health of your pets teeth.

02/06/2024

Cross Timbers Veterinary Hospital is looking to hire a receptionist at our Bowie location!

No application required!

Drop off your resume at our clinic located at 1403 HWY 59 N Bowie, TX 76230.

Resumes dropped off in person have higher priority so come say hi and meet us!

We are seeking an experienced receptionist to join our team. The candidate must possess a professional demeanor, solid communication skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Greeting clients
• Answering phones and taking messages
• Scheduling appointments using our designated software
• Providing additional support to the Dr's and technicians if needed.
• Ordering office supplies
• Checking in/checking out clients
• Receiving and verifying payments.
• Handle dogs/cats of all sizes
• Making estimates for clients

Qualifications:
• Small/Large animal experience (preferred)
• Previous administrative experience preferably within a Healthcare setting
• Veterinary knowledge
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Capacity to work well during stressing situations.
• Ability to rotate Saturday's (required)
• Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.

08/11/2023

Like many in the area, we use Comcell for our internet and phone services, which were damaged heavily in last night's storm. We have a few of our computers working at the Bowie office, but our phone systems and the computers in Nocona are down. In the meantime, please text us at 940-872-2161 or message us on Facebook. Thanks for your patience!!

07/24/2023

HIRING!
We are looking to add technicians to our team. If you are interested please bring a resume by our Bowie office.