Oakdale Veterinary Center

08/29/2024

August is National Immunization Awareness Month! 💉

🐾 Schedule their appointment today and keep them safe for a lifetime of tail-wagging and purring happiness.

08/27/2024

When it's higher than 80°F outside, DO NOT heavily exercise your dogs outside!☀🐕

🚫🏃‍♂️🐶 No playing fetch or making your dog run alongside you while you run, bike, skateboard, or rollerblade, etc.
🚫🔥🐾 No letting dogs run on hot surfaces like asphalt or sand

✅🌅 A walk in the cooler hours of the day is fine or a slow meander when it’s hot
✅💧Always provide your dog fresh water and shade while outside on warmer days
✅🧐If your pet is at increased risk of overheating, monitor them closely while outside

08/26/2024

Happy Monday! ☺️ 🐶

I’m so glad it turned out to be dogs. 🤍🐾

08/24/2024

Weekend plans?
There's a 100% chance that I'm at home with my dogs. 🐶 ❤️

08/21/2024

Protect them all year long! ❤️ 🦟

"But my dog never goes outside!" Seriously, your dog can't hide from those pesky mosquitos that transmit heartworm disease. Protect them 12 months a year!

08/20/2024

Check out this list of potential pet dangers! ‼️

As students get ready to return to school soon, it's important for families to remember that many school supplies, as well as common items found in backpacks & lunchboxes, can be toxic or hazardous to our pets. 📚🐾

Review the list of potential pet dangers here: https://aercmn.com/back-to-school-pet-toxins-and-hazards

08/19/2024

🐾 From disease prevention to long-term savings, here are four reasons why vaccinating your furry friend is essential for their health and happiness. 💉

08/17/2024

Happy and National Black Cat Appreciation Day! 🐈‍⬛

Help us celebrate with pictures of your favorite feline friends. 📷🐱

Guess what? It's and National Black Cat Appreciation Day!
Help us celebrate with pictures of your favorite feline friends. 📷🐱

08/16/2024

🌞🐾 Is your dog showing signs of overheating? Act fast! 🥵

Move them to a cool spot and offer small amounts of water. Gently cool their paw pads, ears, and groin with cool water—never ice cold. Watch for heavy panting or excessive drooling. Let them rest in a quiet, cool area and ensure shade and water during outdoor play.

If symptoms persist, contact your vet promptly for guidance. Early action can prevent serious heat-related issues in pets.

08/15/2024

August 15th is National Check The Chip Day! It reminds pet owners of the importance of microchipping their furry babies and ensuring their microchip information is up to date.

08/14/2024

MYTH: My dog is on heartworm preventative, so he doesn't need to be tested. 🦟

08/13/2024

Get ahead of the curve this school year with these pet care tips!

08/12/2024

Even for a short time and with windows slightly cracked, leaving an animal alone in a parked vehicle is never safe. Hot cars can quickly lead to fatal heat stroke, and in many states, it’s also illegal. ☀️ 🥵

08/10/2024

They bark because they care! 😂 🐶 🐿️

That makes a great point!

08/08/2024

Share a picture of your feline friend with us! ❤️ 🐱 🐈 🐈‍⬛

Happy everyone! ❤️ 🐈‍⬛

How will you be celebrating all things cat today?😻

The cat welfare charity International Cat Care is the custodian of International Cat Day, so head over to the International Cat Care page or visit their website to get some ideas about how you could celebrate this very special day 😻👇👇
https://icatcare.org/international-cat-day/

08/07/2024

Planning a lake day or a nice walk in the park?

Keep your pet safe from Leptospirosis.

08/06/2024

As you’re preparing for the back-to-school, don’t forget that some school supplies can be dangerous for pets. 📚🐾 ✏️ 🎨 💻 🔋

Make sure to keep these items out of your pet’s reach and remind your kids about the potential hazards.

08/05/2024

Discover the key factors that determine your pet's vaccination needs. Consult with us to create the perfect plan for your furry friend! 🐾

08/03/2024

We hope you & your pets are staying cool this weekend!

Help keep pets safe by limiting your pet's time outside. Here are a few ideas to help keep your pets cool & prevent them from overheating. ☀️ 🥵

If your pets want to go outside, always provide fresh water & watch them closely for signs of heat stress.

08/02/2024

If you’re planning a beach or lake day with your dog this weekend, beware of these potential dangers in this graphic! ☀️ 🏊‍♂️ 🍇 🏝️ 🎣 🥵

07/31/2024

Let's raise a paw to our marvelous mixed-breed companions today and every day! 🎉🐶❤️ Here are 4 pawsome reasons to honor our beloved mutts.

07/31/2024

If you are asked to place your cat in a carrier upon arrival at the veterinary clinic, it's because your veterinary team wants to keep your cat safe. 👍

Sometimes, people are not keen to put their cat inside a carrier when bringing them to the veterinary clinic 🩺🐈‍⬛

Maybe it's difficult to place their cat in the carrier, or they don't travel well. Perhaps the cat has been trained to wear a harness at home and their owner doesn't want to restrict their cat's movements. These reasons are understandable, but they do not trump what is most important - to keep cats safe.

🩺A veterinary environment is not the same as a home environment. There are loud noises, strong smells, bright lights and lots of unfamiliar people and animals, all of which may startle a cat. The first choice for a frightened cat is to run away and/or hide in order to remove themselves from a threat....

🙀If a cat is held in someone's arms or is on a harness in the waiting area and then becomes startled, they will have nowhere to hide and may attempt to quickly run away. This risks them injuring themselves, their owner and even escaping outside the clinic building (I have seen this happen!)

🙀An exposed cat that is not secured safely in their carrier is at risk of being attacked by dogs waiting inside clinic, or those entering/exiting the clinic. Remember that some dogs have a high prey drive and many of those waiting may be anxious, ill or in pain, and as such may react in a way that puts cats at risk of being injured (this is not the dog's fault, just the reality of the situation).

🚗It's also much safer for all to travel to the clinic with cats secured in their carriers.

😺 Cats visiting the clinic in their carrier are safer, less likely to be injured and escape and can hide in a covered carrier elevated off of the floor.

If you are asked to place your cat in a carrier upon arrival at the veterinary clinic, it's because your veterinary team wants to keep your cat safe 👍

Check out the International Cat Care Carer Guides If you'd like some more information about taking your cat to the veterinary clinic 👇😺
https://icatcare.org/advice-cat-carer-guides

07/29/2024

Pool time with our furry friends is more than just fun—it's beneficial, too! 🐶💦 Swimming provides excellent exercise, helps keep them cool, and offers mental stimulation with games like fetch and obstacle courses.

Remember to keep it safe with life jackets, supervision, and plenty of breaks! 🛟🌞

Share your favorite pool time memories in the comments below! 🏊‍♂️

07/28/2024

Let the silliness begin! It's Silly Saturday—time to show off your pet's goofiest side! 🤪📸

07/27/2024

Keep your pets safe from the heat this summer!

🚫🏃🐕 No heavily exercising pets
🚫🐶🚗 No parked cars
🚫🔥🐾 No paws on hot surfaces

✅✋ Do test surface temp w/ your bare hand
✅🐕🚶‍♂️Do go for a short, evenly-paced walk during walks

07/25/2024

Help your pets stay comfy & cool this summer! 🌞💧 Try these 3 tips to beat the heat: 🥵

🐾 Ensure your pet has access to fresh, clean water at all times.

🐾 Set up shaded areas or cool, ventilated spaces for your pet to rest. Indoors, you can use fans or air conditioning to maintain a comfortable temperature.

🐾 Avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest parts of the day. Walk your pet early in the morning or late in the evening when temperatures are cooler.

07/24/2024

It’s officially the "dog days" of summer. ☀️ 🥵

As you and your pup explore ways to keep cool, check out these fun (and not-so-fun) facts.

07/23/2024

Let's have some fun! Identify the breed by guessing the missing letters! 🐾

Comment below your guesses! 🧐

07/22/2024

Learning about heartworms is as easy as A-B-C.

07/21/2024

Do you take your dog canoeing 🛶? Check out these safety tips! 🚤