Parrish Creek Veterinary Hospital

06/20/2024

June 21st is National Take Your Dog to Work Day! Enjoy some cute pictures of our staff with their pets at work!

Drop any pictures of your pets in the comments 😍💕

06/13/2024

❗️☀️HELP KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE FROM WARM WEATHER☀️❗️

What is heatstroke in pets?
Heatstroke, also known as overheating or heat exhaustion, occurs when your pet’s body temperature rises above the normal range of 100 to 102.2 degrees.

Dogs and cats have few sweat glands and cannot cool off by sweating like humans, so they overheat more easily.
One way dogs and cats regulate their body temperature is through the pads of its feet. This is one reason it is quite dangerous (apart from burned and painful feet) for them to walk on hot pavement, concrete, rock, or even hot sand on a hot day. The pet immediately loses half its ability to regulate its temperature.
Pets mainly cool off by panting, as moisture evaporation from the oral cavity helps lower body temperature.

Heatstroke is a dangerous health condition that can cause death if warning signs are not recognized immediately.

What are heatstroke signs in pets?
🐾Excessive panting
🐾Excessive drooling
🐾Dry mucous membranes and bright red gums and tongue
🐾Difficulty breathing
🐾Vomiting
🐾Diarrhea, with or without blood
🐾Weakness
🐾Incoordination or stumbling
🐾Sudden collapse
🐾Seizures
Act immediately if your pet displays any of these signs. Once your pet begins to overheat, heatstroke progresses quickly.

06/06/2024

Do you ever wonder if your pet is getting love and attention during a drop off visit? The answer is YES! ALWAYS!
Romeo loved the quality time with each staff member. 💚

05/15/2024

It’s Arthritis Awareness Month and during this month It’s very important to become familiar with the signs and symptoms of arthritis in pets, as early detection and management are crucial for maintaining their quality of life. Arthritis, can significantly impact mobility and comfort levels.

Many animals suffer from arthritis, but their discomfort often goes unnoticed or mistaken for normal aging. This month serves as a reminder for pet owners to pay close attention to any changes in their pet's behavior or mobility.

Arthritis is a progressive condition, but with early intervention, its impact can be minimized. Pet owners should watch for signs such as limping, difficulty rising, stiffness, and reluctance to engage in physical activities.

If you suspect your animal is showing signs of arthritis, please contact us at 801-298-2014 to discuss risk factors, preventive measures, and treatment options.

We have multiple options from daily medication to monthly injections to help keep your beloved pet feeling their best. ❤️

05/09/2024

Pixel an adorable Black and White Tegu came into our clinic today!

Here are some facts about Black and White Tegu's

1. The black and white tegu can use their tail as a whip when threatened. They are also able to lose it's tail as a distraction from predators.

2. The black and white tegu is the largest species of tegus. Females around 3 feet and males 4 1/2 feet.

3. Their main diet consists insects, spiders, small mammals, birds, amphibians, fruits and seeds.

4. The black and white tegu is important to ecology because they disperse seeds through droppings.

5. These lizards are diurnal. (active during daytime)

6. The females can lay between 10 and 73 eggs

7. The black and white tegu is highly intelligent and can be housebroken and are known to bond with owners.

05/02/2024

As they say, April showers bring May flowers! Bring on many happy May moments for you and your pet at Parrish Creek.

We love "happy visits" This is a nonmedical visit where you can stop by and have your pet say "Hi" to our lovely staff. No exam or "poking" needed, just a chance to come in and take some adorable pictures at our photo booth, and meet the staff. 🌷🪻

Happy visits are designed to strengthen a patient’s positive experience, and maintain an emotional connection with the veterinary clinic to attempt to reverse very mild fear of the veterinary setting.

We look forward to seeing you and your pets. 💕🐾

05/01/2024

HEY YOU!
Did you know we treat chickens here at Parrish Creek!?

Chickens are more than "Just a chicken!"

Here are some fun facts about CHICKENS!

1. Chickens have GREAT memory and can recognize over 100 faces. They can recognize different animals as well such as dogs, cats. Chickens also remember places and different members of their flock.

2. Chickens have strong color vision! Many believe that chickens have poor vision and are color blind, but in fact, their color vision is better than humans due to a well- organized eye with 5 types of light receptors enabling them to see many colors in any given part of the retina.

3. Chickens dream when they sleep.
Chickens like humans have a rapid eye movement phase of sleeping, which signifies dreaming. They also have a unihemispheric slow- wave sleep where one half of the brain is sleeping and the other half is awake. Chickens sleep with one eye open an evolutionary adaption that lets them watch for predators while sleeping.

4. Chickens have complex communication with specific meaning!
Chickens are capable of at least 30 different vocalizations and each one means something specific. They alert each other to food, call young chicks, purr in contentment and warn other flock members of predators.
Mother hens even talk to their babies when they are still in the egg with soft purr's. The unborn chicks respond with a soft high pitched peep.

5. Chicken egg color is determined by genetics!
A hens egg breed indicates what color egg she will produce. Leghorn chickens lay white eggs, orpingtons lay brown eggs, and ameraucanas produce blue eggs. Typically a chicken's egg color can be determined by their ear lobe color.

6. Chickens are smart!
Recent studies have shown chickens are intelligent creatures and they can demonstrate complex problem-solving skills, and have super sensory powers such as telescopic eye sight and almost a 360 degree vision like owls. They comprehend cause and effect, pass on their knowledge, demonstrate self control, and even worry.

7. Chickens can comprehend object performance. When an object is taken away or hidden from view, chickens still know that object exists. Chicks as young as two days old have shown object performance, where as human babies don't develop this skill until 6 months old!

SO many fun facts about chickens! 🐔

04/11/2024

Heartworm Disease in CATS!
Did you know heartworm disease is actually more dangerous for our feline friends!?
Heartworm disease in cats is very different from heartworm disease in dogs and is actually more fatal.
The cat is an atypical host for heartworms, and most worms in cats do not survive to the adult stage. Cats with adult heartworms typically have just one to three worms, and many cats affected by heartworms have no adult worms. While this means heartworm disease often goes undiagnosed in cats, it’s important to understand that even immature worms cause real damage.

The medication used to treat heartworm infections in dogs CANNOT be used in cats, so prevention is the only means of protecting cats from the effects of heartworm disease.

Signs of heartworm disease in cats can be very subtle or very dramatic.
1.Coughing
2. Asthma-like attacks
3. Periodic vomiting
4. Lack of appetite
5. Weight loss
6. May have difficulty walking
7. Experience fainting
8. Seizures
9. Fluid accumulation in the abdomen.
Unfortunately, the first sign in some cases is sudden collapse of the cat, or sudden death.

Heartworm infection in cats is harder to detect than in dogs, because they are less likely to have adult heartworms. The preferred method for screening cats includes the use of both an antigen and an antibody test (the “antibody” test detects exposure to heartworm larvae). Cats should be tested before being put on a preventative and remember, there is no approved treatment for heartworm infection in cats, so prevention is critical!

04/10/2024

Heartworm Disease in DOGS
Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease. It is caused by foot-long worms (heartworms) that live in the heart, lungs and associated blood vessels of affected pets, causing severe lung disease, heart failure and damage to other organs in the body.

The dog is a natural host for heartworms, which means that heartworms that live inside the dog mature into adults, mate and produce offspring.
In the early stages of the disease, many dogs show few symptoms OR NO SYMPTOMS AT ALL. The longer the infection persists, the more likely symptoms will develop.

Signs of heartworm disease in dogs:
1. A mild persistent cough
2. reluctance to exercise
3. Fatigue after moderate activity
4. Decreased appetite
5. Weight loss
6. Heart failure
7. Appearance of a swollen belly

All dogs should be tested annually for heartworm infection.
Dogs over 6 months of age need to be tested prior to starting heartworm prevention. (it takes at least 6 months for a dog to test positive after it has been infected)
If there has been a lapse in prevention, dogs should be tested immediately, then tested again six months later and annually after that.
Annual testing is necessary, even when dogs are on heartworm prevention year-round, to ensure that the prevention is working.

The risk of puppies getting heartworm disease is equal to that of adult pets. The American Heartworm Society recommends that puppies be started on a heartworm preventive as early as the product label allows, and no later than 8 weeks of age.

04/09/2024

April is Heartworm Awareness Month!
Did you know Heartworm is not just a dog disease? Heartworm disease affects dogs, cats, ferrets, and other mammal species.
If you don't already protect your pets from deadly heartworms the time to start is NOW. If you have any questions regarding heartworm and the preventatives we offer drop a comment or give us a call. 801-298-2014

04/03/2024

Mr. Mister came to see us today!
You can see Mr. Mister at the Ogden, Dinosaur Park.

04/02/2024

Facts about Pigs!
1. Mother pigs “sing” to their babies when they nurse.
2. Pigs have bristles (not hair or fur) that they shed once a year; although, some pigs shed their bristles twice a year.
3. Despite advertisements by breeders or websites, the concept of teacup pigs or mini pigs is a myth. These ultra-tiny pigs go by many names, but they are all one and the same species — potbellied pigs. Most healthy adult potbellied pigs weigh between 120 and 180 pounds.
4. Pigs only sweat a tiny bit at the tip of their noses, not on the rest of their bodies. To keep cool, they love to lounge in the shade and to take mud baths.
5. They are highly intelligent and respond well to clicker training.

Dr. Daugherty here at Parrish Creek does treat pigs up to 100ish pounds.
Here is cute Penelope visiting our clinic.

04/01/2024

Dr. Echols our ABVP certified Doctor is at our clinic one day a week for all your avian and exotic needs.
We are so lucky to have his skill and knowledge at Parrish Creek.

Dr. Echols fills up fast, but does have appointments available tomorrow Tuesday April 2nd.

Please call our clinic by 6pm today 4/1/24 to get scheduled with him and receive $10 off your exam fee mentioning this post.
🦜🦔🐇

02/28/2024

TOWEL DONATION!

Have towels new or old that you no longer want?
We are in need of towel donations/ smaller blankets to use in our clinic to help keep patients comfortable in our care.

Stop by Parrish Creek during our business hours and leave them with our Receptionist.
Thank you!💕

02/14/2024

Happy Valentine's Day! Stop by our clinic today to get a treat for you and your pup!

02/07/2024

Parrish Creek will be CLOSING EARLY Friday, February 9th at 3pm as we are not going to have a doctor in the clinic. We are booking tech appointments and open for medication pick up.
Sorry for any inconvenience, but we will be open regular hours on Saturday, February 10th 8am-2pm

If you have an emergency please call or go to:
Mountain West in Layton at (801) 683-6201 (dogs, cats, and exotics.)
Or
Med Vet in Salt Lake City at (385) 341-4444 (dogs and cats.)

01/31/2024

Did you know that by their second birthday, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some form of periodontal disease? If you notice their breath is not so fresh, that may be the first sign.

That’s why every year, we offer discounts on our dental services. During the entire month of February, if you schedule a dental cleaning for your pet, you’ll receive 10% off the dental cost excluding extractions.
Spots fill up fast, so make an appointment today and get your furry friend’s teeth cleaned!

01/24/2024

We are happy to announce that Dr. Nick Kirk is ABVP certified and will be back in our hospital this Thursday 1/25 & Friday 1/26 only.

Please call today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kirk for all of your avian and exotic needs! Excited to have him back in the clinic even for just a few days.

01/23/2024

National Pet Dental Health Month is right around the corner! This sweet boy came in for his annual dental cleaning and had to have 14 teeth extracted. Call to schedule your complimentary dental exam with one of our wonderful technicians!

01/17/2024

Walter with the good hair came to see us! Such a sweet boy!

01/10/2024

Roscoe is marked safe from the Snow Squall!
How do your pets feel about the snow?
Feel free to post some pictures below :]

01/05/2024

12/15/2023

All we want for Christmas.....is to find a great home for this adorable duo! 💚❤️💚❤️
Ivy is a 6 yr old spayed female Lab/Akita mix. She is active and playful. If you're looking for a cuddle bug then Ivy is your gal as she is super sweet and cuddly. Ivy is comfortable around other dogs and is great with kids. Odin is a 7 yr old neutered male Husky mix. He is also very cuddly and sweet. Odin does better with dogs he's familiar with and tolerates kids but will thrive in a child free home. These canine cuties are bonded so we're hoping they can stay together. Please reply to this post if you're looking for an Ivy and Odin this Christmas.

12/13/2023

Merry Wednesday! 🎄 Just a friendly reminder that we will be closing today at 2:00pm. We apologize for any inconvenience. If your pet needs immediate care or has a medical emergency please refer to the following hospitals: Wasatch Exotic Pet Care Animal Care Daybreak Mountain West Veterinary Specialists or MedVet Northern Utah

12/08/2023

Love and Peace this holiday season! Drop any pictures that you have of your pet and our photo wall here. We'd love to see them and share them.

11/20/2023

Join Wildlife Center of Salt Lake for an Open House. This will be the only opportunity the general public will be able to see the space before we intake any animals!

Tuesday, November 28, 2023 for Giving Tuesday (Open House 7am-7pm)
and
Saturday & Sunday, December 2-3, 2023 (Open House 10am-5pm)

- Tour the 1400 SF converted office space on your own or guided. We will show you each area including the nursery, intake and assessment, and recovery areas. Stop by any time during open house hours listed above
- Get the Scoop on permit status, tentative opening dates, and species acceptance.
- Give Us Advice! Please let us know how we can better serve you and the community.
*Address will be posted on the website at www.wildsaltlake.org prior to the event.

“Conserving Utah native species through science, education, and rehabilitation.” Join Us for an Open HouseThis will be the only opportunity the general public will be able to see the space before we intake any animals! Tuesday, November 28, 2023 for Giving Tuesday (Open House 7am-7pm)andSaturda...

11/17/2023

Happy Friday y'all! Enjoy this cute picture of Miss Rainey's sweet face!

11/10/2023

11/08/2023

Move over management, Swanie is taking over!