Blake Veterinary Clinic

11/08/2024

Today is National Human-Animal Bond Day

The human-animal bond is a mutually beneficial and dynamic relationship between people and animals that is influenced by behaviors considered essential to the health and well-being of both. This bond is beneficial to the mental, physical, and social health of people and animals. The veterinarian’s role in the human-animal bond is to maximize the potential of this relationship between people and animals and specifically to promote the health and well-being of both.
The human-animal bond offers a range of benefits including reduced stress and anxiety, improved mood, increased social interaction, lowered blood pressure, a sense of purpose, companionship, and can even aid in managing depression, particularly for individuals experiencing loneliness or isolation; essentially, interacting with pets can positively impact both mental and physical health.

11/07/2024

Poor Doug.
Stuck at the vet instead of chasing squirrels.

11/06/2024

Its National Nachos Day!

We all love our tortilla chips covered in cheese, meat, sour cream, jalapenos, etc. While we enjoy this delicious snack, we might be tempted to share with our furry companions. However, we recommend not sharing your nachos due to the fact that they contain high amounts of salts, spices, and other ingredients that could be harmful to your pet.

A small pinch of cheese or a small corner of a plain tortilla chip would satisfy any pup. Always consult with your veterinarian when it comes to your pet and human food.

11/05/2024

We learned what our toxic traits are…. 😱

11/04/2024

Welcome to Jurassic Park.

11/01/2024

BVC Talks: Dental Care

Daily dental care is important for your pet, such as brushing or dental treats/rinses. But just like we go to the dentist for a cleaning, dogs and cats often need a dental cleaning as well. This allows for cleaning under the gumline, scaling, and polishing that regular care cannot achieve. Dentals under anesthesia are also the only way to fully asses for infected or broken teeth, as well as other oral diseases such as oral tumors. Different breeds or patients may need more regular dental cleanings depending on their breed, dentition, and other factors.
Dental disease can affect other parts of the body; such as the heart, kidneys, and liver. Dog and cats often still eat despite dental pain as well. Yearly exams can help determine if your pet would benefit from a dental cleaning to improve their dental and overall health.

If you think your pet may need dental care, please do not hesitate to reach out to your veterinarian to set up an appointment! They deserve pretty smiles just as much as we do.

Thank you for for tuning in to BVC Talks today!

10/31/2024

Congratulations to Estella and Delilah for each winning the Costume contest drawing!

10/31/2024

10/31/2024

Our last entry before the drawing today at 12 pm. Sweet little Harlow.

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween from all of us here at Blake Veterinary Clinic!

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween!

Our first costumes were “Dress as Dr. Richard”. Without him knowing of course. 🤣

Our second costumes are what we are actually wearing for the day.

10/31/2024

Congratulations to Claudia on winning the BVC 2024 Pumpkin Contest!

10/30/2024

Tomorrow is the last day for your chance to enter the costume contest drawing!
Here is what we have had so far this week.

10/30/2024

Introducing Keith Lizards!!

We would like to officially introduce our clinic reptile, Keith Lizards! He is a young Bearded Dragon who will have his permanent home out in our lobby.
He is currently being kept in the back to adjust to his new enclosure and his new family.

Be on the lookout for Keith updates!

10/30/2024

National Treat Your Pet Day is celebrated on October 30 every year. It’s the day to allow our beloved pets to indulge in their favorite snacks or treats! While we all promote a healthy diet for our cats and dogs, there’s no harm in giving them extra treats at least once a year. So, while they’ve been eating nutritiously for the past year, it’s about time to make their taste buds happy! From pet-friendly cookies, and kibbles, to biscuits, you have a wide range of treat selections for your best friend. Find out some of the ways you can celebrate National Treat Your Pet Day.

10/29/2024

Happy National Cat Day to all those felines out there! We hope you have a puuurrrr-fect day today!

10/28/2024

Dr. Richard sure knows how to dance!

10/25/2024

Reposting because they weren’t in the album! So added a couple others from today at the end.