High Street Veterinary Practice

01/07/2025

While they look adorable, dog coats in the winter are more than a fashion statement. Coats can protect dogs from rain, snow, wind, and cold temperatures to keep your dog warm and dry during outdoor activities.
This is especially helpful for small or thin-furred breeds, puppies, seniors, short legged breeds, and dogs with medical conditions.
Share a pic below of your pup sporting their winter coat or sweater! 📸

Photo credit: Brittany Fox & Luna

01/06/2025

𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭📢 – High Street Veterinary Practice will close today at 4:30pm. Please travel safely.
If you should have an emergency while we are closed,
please contact:
➡️First State Urgent Vet - Newark (302) 273-0616 https://www.firststateurgentvet.com/index.html
➡️Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic
at 410-224-0331.
➡️Middletown Vet Hospital 302-378-2342
➡️Vida Veterinary Urgent Care, Middletown, DE (302) 676-8432

If you find a stray animal in Kent, Cecil, or Queen Anne's County and need assistance from Animal Control, please call:
☎Kent County - 410-708-5006
☎Queen Anne's County- 410-758-2393
☎Cecil County - (410) 441-2040

01/05/2025

❄️The next several days will bring overnight/early morning temperatures in the lower 20s to lower 30s (with the exception of Sunday night into Monday morning). Be sure to:
🐶 ensure pets have a warm, dry shelter
💧 allow pipes and faucets to drip if necessary
🪴 bring cold-sensitive plants indoors or cover them
🫂 check on loved ones and neighbors, especially the elderly

If you should have a cold weather emergency with a pet below is a list of local Urgent Care & Emergency Veterinarians.

➡️First State Urgent Vet - Newark (302) 273-0616 https://www.firststateurgentvet.com/index.html
➡️Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic
at 410-224-0331.
➡️ Middletown Veterinary Hospital 302-378-2342
➡️Vida Veterinary Urgent Care, Middletown, DE (302) 676-8432

If you find a stray animal in Kent, Cecil, or Queen Anne's County and need assistance from Animal Control, please call:
☎Kent County - 410-708-5006
☎Queen Anne's County- 410-758-2393
☎Cecil County - (410) 441-2040

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Cecil County Animal Services
The Animal Care Shelter for Kent County

01/04/2025

Cat owners want to do everything they can to ensure their cats are happy. Some owners wonder if it is a good idea to leave a nightlight on for their cats...

01/01/2025

Busy with all those holiday festivities? Don't forget your pet! 🐾
Need to pick up a dose of your pet's preventatives?
Call us at 410-778-2188! 📞

12/30/2024

Did you welcome a new furry friend into your family this Christmas? 🎄🐾 Make sure to schedule their first vaccines and a wellness check-up to get them off to a healthy start! 🩺💉
We’re here to help your new addition stay happy and healthy. Call us today to book their appointment! 410-778-2188

12/29/2024

Did Santa Paws visit your furry friend? Let's spread some holiday cheer by sharing their holiday photos in the comments below! 🎄⬇

12/28/2024

Happy Kwanzaa! As families celebrate, we want to remind pet parents to beware of these potential pet dangers!
➡ Candles
On each of the seven nights of Kwanzaa, families light a candle on the Kinara and discuss one of the seven principles. However, for pets, unattended candles can be dangerous. Open flames may cause burns to paws or tails. Also, if a pet knocks over the Kinara, it can cause a house fire.
➡Thread, String, Ribbons, & Bows
If your mkeka has fringes or you use string, ribbons, or bows to wrap any gifts – keep curious pets away!
➡ Human Foods
There are a lot of foods that are toxic or hazardous to pets. Whether you are hosting a family feast, placing a fruit bowl on the table, or gifting ears of corn to each child – there are quite a few potential dangers to beware of to help keep pets safe.
➡ Trash
Promptly take out the trash, especially after your family’s feast! Often, if a pet gets into the trash, they are more likely to be exposed to toxic or hazardous foods, as well as potentially getting into the bottom of the trash bag and eating food covered in tremorgenic mycotoxins – toxins produced from mold.

If you should have an emergency,please contact:
➡️First State Urgent Vet - Newark (302) 273-0616 https://www.firststateurgentvet.com/index.html
➡️Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic
at 410-224-0331.
➡️Middletown Vet Hospital 302-378-2342
➡️Vida Veterinary Urgent Care, Middletown, DE (302) 676-8432
If you find a stray animal in Kent, Cecil, or Queen Anne's County and need assistance from Animal Control, please call:
☎Kent County - 410-708-5006
☎Queen Anne's County- 410-758-2393
☎Cecil County - (410) 441-2040

12/26/2024

On this Hanukkah, share the holiday spirit with your cat and include them in your holiday gift exchange. Get inspired with these cat gifts, perfect for each day of Hanukkah.

12/26/2024

𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭📢 – High Street Veterinary Practice will be closed Today.
If you should have an emergency while we are closed,
please contact:
➡️First State Urgent Vet - Newark (302) 273-0616 https://www.firststateurgentvet.com/index.html
➡️Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic
at 410-224-0331.
➡️Middletown Vet Hospital 302-378-2342
➡️Vida Veterinary Urgent Care, Middletown, DE (302) 676-8432
If you find a stray animal in Kent, Cecil, or Queen Anne's County and need assistance from Animal Control, please call:
☎Kent County - 410-708-5006
☎Queen Anne's County- 410-758-2393
☎Cecil County - (410) 441-2040

12/24/2024

We understand this time of year is really busy. Check off those to-do’s more efficiently & get your pet’s food & meds shipped to your door. 📦➡️🏡 Shop our online pharmacy anytime, anywhere. 📲https://bit.ly/HSVPPharmacy

12/23/2024

Coconut water is a delicious and healthy drink that offers various benefits to humans, but can cats drink it? In this vet-approved article...

12/21/2024

As temperatures drop, ensure you have what you need to protect your pets from the cold weather! Here’s a winter clothing guide for dogs to help dog parents determine what their dogs need, depending on the temperature!

“Cold” can vary from person to person; the same goes for our dogs. You know your dog’s tolerance best, so always use your personal judgment when preparing your dog to go outside. Here are a few general clothing & winter gear recommendations for dogs based on a range of different temperatures:

❄Above 45°F: Most pets will be comfortable without any clothing or protective gear.
❄32-45°F: If you have a higher-risk dog with a low cold tolerance, you may want to opt for a sweater.
❄15-32°F: This is when things get a bit more complicated & clothing will vary based on a few different scenarios:
➡Quick potty break right outside the door? A higher risk dog should wear a coat. Other dogs should be fine for just a minute.
➡Short walk? Put a coat on, especially if your dog is higher risk. If your pet is walking near ice melt or icy areas, if your dog’s paws get easily irritated, or if your dog has hairy paws that easily collect snow – add boots!
➡Highly active for a longer period of time? If your dog is not at higher risk, they should be okay in just boots, depending on the activity.
➡Low activity for a longer period of time? We recommend an insulated coat and boots. Bring a blanket if your dog will be stationary. If your pet is at higher risk, we advise keeping them at home.

❄Below 15°F: Just stay home! Only let your dogs out for a quick potty break. Be sure to clear a small area near the door to let them quickly in and out. If you live in an apartment or do not have easy in-and-out access, bundle up your pet in a coat and boots. Try to be as quick as possible!

The exception to all of this? Northern breeds. Huskies, Malamutes, Samoyeds, Akitas, etc., can typically handle subzero temperatures without any additional clothing or protective gear. You may want to consider boots for activities like mushing, but it’s not always necessary.

12/20/2024

Renee's Rescues, Inc. has a Home for the Paw-li-days event coming up on Saturday, December 21st.

https://reneesrescues.org/

12/20/2024

Learn if your cat can share the delicious turkey bacon as a treat with you. We have vet-approved facts and a lot more here!

12/18/2024

A healthy and happy furry friend is something to be thankful for. 🧡 If your pet is due for a wellness check, bring them in to see us! Call us today to book an appointment. 410-778-2188! 📞

12/17/2024

Training your cat to walk with a harness and leash is an excellent option if you want your kitty to enjoy outdoor adventures. However, many cats simply fall over on their side the first time they wear a harness. But why does this happen?🤔😹

If you've seen your cat fall over when you put a harness on them, you might be wondering why this happens. Find out why some cats fall over in a harness and what to do.

12/16/2024

Anyone else? 🎄🐾💜