Cedar Animal Hospital

02/27/2025

Does your pet have bad breath? It’s best not to ignore it. It could signal a serious health problem. That was the case for Chase, a senior indoor cat. He was drooling, and his breath went from bad to worse. When Dr. Judy Nauta first examined him, his gums were in such bad shape she thought Chase might have oral cancer. He was put on hospice care, and monthly Convenia injections (an antibiotic). After several injections, the swelling came down enough to expose a necrotic tooth wrapped in hair that was removed. A CT scan was then done to better evaluate the rest of his jaw and dental structure. Chase was diagnosed with feline lymphocytic plasmocytic stomatitis, which is a severe periodontal disease, and osteomyelitis, a bone infection. With continued Convenia injections, Chase’s mouth soon healed. Today Chase is happy and healthy, still getting a monthly Convenia injection, and regular dental checks at his yearly visits. "Chase is a good example of why getting regular checkups is so important," said Dr. Judy.
Cedar Animal Hospital offers full mouth cleanings, extractions, and now offers state-of-the-art dental CT scans so our doctors can view what’s going on beneath the surface. Plan a visit today to get your pet’s teeth checked out and you’ll be getting sweet kisses again in no time! Just give us a call at (616) 696-1212. Chase is pictured in the photo with Kandace, our lead veterinary assistant, just before receiving his injection.

02/25/2025

As a pet owner, you try to do everything you can to keep your furry friend healthy and happy. But did you know that spaying or neutering your pet is one of the most important decisions you can make for their health? Not only will it help reduce the number of unwanted animals populating our shelters, but there are other benefits for your pet as well. The animal typically lives longer, which means more cuddle time with you. Spaying your female pet helps prevent uterine infections, uterine cancer, and breast cancer; neutering your male pet helps prevent testicular cancer and prostate problems. Spaying and neutering also reduces aggression, urine marking, and the roaming of your pet. The staff at Cedar Animal Hospital will take great care of your pet before, during, and after the procedure, and you will have a healthier best friend. Give us a call today to find out more at (616) 696-1212.

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day to you and your family, from your friends at Cedar Animal Hospital!

02/11/2025

We recently found out that the pet microchip registry company Save This Life is out of business. If you are a pet owner that has your pet's chip registered through them, you will need to re-register your chip with a different pet registry company. If you don't, and your pet gets lost, the finder will not be able to locate your contact info through the registry. If you don't remember the name of the company you registered with, get your chip number from your veterinarian. If the chip number starts with 991 or 900164, it's likely a "Save This Life" microchip, and needs to be re-registered. There is a list of pet registries to choose from on the AAHA website at https://www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/microchip-search/. Scroll down the page to Participating Microchipping and Pet Recovery Services and click on the down arrow to get the list.

02/08/2025

Owner FOUND.

02/07/2025

The final bit of supplies from Relief for Rescues went out this week to our friends at Midwest Boston Terrier Rescue and Little Woods Sanctuary. A big thank you goes out to both organizations for everything you do!

02/06/2025

We were happy to distribute more supplies from our holiday drive to rescues this week and last week. Thank you to Cat Trap Fever of Michigan and Cannonsville Critters for all you do to help those beautiful kitties in need!

01/30/2025

We had a special visit yesterday from our friends Lindsey and Dozer from Michele's Rescue. Lindsey came to pick up the supplies from the Relief for Rescues holiday drive, and Dozer gave us lots of love! Thank you to everyone that donated.

01/29/2025

This cutie is missing its family! Could it be yours? Red/white husky with blue eyes found today near 19 Mile Rd and Algoma. Green and yellow collar, orange and black shock collar. Please call the finder at (616) 550-6118 to identify.

01/22/2025

Did you know that we treat other small animals besides cats and dogs? We also treat a large variety of exotic animals, including various types of birds, small mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. We stay current on the latest advances in medicine and surgery for these pets. Wondering if we can treat your pet? Just give us a call at (616) 696-1212.
In the photo: Say hello to Sunny Wydeck, one of our Avian patients.

01/20/2025

January is national walk your dog month. But how do you walk your dog when it is so cold outside? The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) says to limit time outside in extremely cold temperatures and take short, frequent walks with your dog rather than long excursions. For small-breed and older dogs, who are more cold-sensitive, consider carrying them outside for bathroom breaks to shorten their time in the cold as much as possible. Follow these tips when taking your dog for a walk in cold weather.
First, you want to dress them for the occasion. An insulated coat or cozy sweater to keep them dry and warm are good choices. Secondly, walk during the sunniest part of the day, to take advantage of the sun’s warming rays. Third, pay attention to their paws. After a walk, wipe their feet, toes and paw pads with a warm, damp cloth to remove ice and salt. Or you can use a pair of booties on their feet. Fourth, watch your pet for signs they are too cold. Shivering, lifting their paw, whining, tiredness—all may signal frostbite or hypothermia. Take them inside, dry them, and wrap them in a warm blanket. Then call Cedar Animal Hospital at (616) 696-1212 or your veterinarian for further instructions. Cedar Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited facility.

01/15/2025

Did you know that cats and dogs are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia? Just like people, they can be harmed by the winter weather. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, cats and dogs should be kept inside during cold weather. They say that longer-haired and thick-coated dog breeds, such as huskies and other dogs bred for colder climates, are more tolerant of the cold but no pet should be left outside for long periods in below-freezing weather. They recommend that if you are unable to keep your dog inside during cold weather, provide him/her with a warm, solid shelter against wind. Bedding should be thick and dry, and up off the ground. Make sure that they have access to fresh, non-frozen water by changing the water frequently or using a pet-safe, heated water bowl.

01/13/2025

If you haven't done it yet, now is the time! Collecting supplies through this coming weekend. 😽🐖🐩🐕‍🦺

Did you get a chance to contribute supplies to our "Relief for Rescues" holiday drive? We are extending it for another week, so there is still time! Please help us help our rescue partners with supplies they desperately need. We especially need unscented kitty litter, paper towels, cat toys, dog toys, kitten chow, fig newtons, white salt licks, and more. We do NOT need dog treats. We have a box in the entryway to the general practice just waiting to be filled. All you have to do is read over the items needed (below), pick up or order what you’d like to donate, and then drop it in the box at our office at 3705 Gentle Way, Cedar Springs, MI 49319. All items should be new and unopened. General practice is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, until 6 on Friday, and noon on Saturday. The needs are listed below, and are also on our website at www.cedarah.com.

Bleach
Litter
Lysol wipes
Dawn dishwashing soap
Kitten Chow,
Wet dog and cat food
Toys
Incontinence pads
Paper towels
Unscented kitty litter
Standlee premium forage timothy pellets (new unopened)
Kalmbach “squeals of joy” mini pig food (new unopened)
White Salt licks (new)
Fig newtons (for delivering medications)
XL Puppy pads
Animal crackers original
Pine shavings and pine pellet bedding
1, 3, 5, ml syringes
Disinfectant spray (Seventh Generation, Method, etc.)
Chlorhexidine solution
Spray bottles (new)
Nitrile gloves
Gift cards from Amazon, Chewy, Meijer

01/09/2025

Did you get a chance to contribute supplies to our "Relief for Rescues" holiday drive? We are extending it for another week, so there is still time! Please help us help our rescue partners with supplies they desperately need. We especially need unscented kitty litter, paper towels, cat toys, dog toys, kitten chow, fig newtons, white salt licks, and more. We do NOT need dog treats. We have a box in the entryway to the general practice just waiting to be filled. All you have to do is read over the items needed (below), pick up or order what you’d like to donate, and then drop it in the box at our office at 3705 Gentle Way, Cedar Springs, MI 49319. All items should be new and unopened. General practice is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, until 6 on Friday, and noon on Saturday. The needs are listed below, and are also on our website at www.cedarah.com.

Bleach
Litter
Lysol wipes
Dawn dishwashing soap
Kitten Chow,
Wet dog and cat food
Toys
Incontinence pads
Paper towels
Unscented kitty litter
Standlee premium forage timothy pellets (new unopened)
Kalmbach “squeals of joy” mini pig food (new unopened)
White Salt licks (new)
Fig newtons (for delivering medications)
XL Puppy pads
Animal crackers original
Pine shavings and pine pellet bedding
1, 3, 5, ml syringes
Disinfectant spray (Seventh Generation, Method, etc.)
Chlorhexidine solution
Spray bottles (new)
Nitrile gloves
Gift cards from Amazon, Chewy, Meijer