Columbia Animal Hospital

11/23/2023

11/21/2023

Thanksgiving is a time for community and good food. Why not include your pet in the fun? You can absolutely let your dog or cat have a feast of their own – just make sure you know what foods are safe for them to eat. As always, also don’t let your animal overindulge. Obesity can lead to several ...

11/18/2023

Adopt A Senior Pet Month is celebrated during November, which reminds people of older cats and dogs that are in shelters and waiting to be adopted. Pets are the easiest way to bring warmth into your life. So if you are thinking about getting a pet, consider opening your heart to a senior animal. Pup...

11/17/2023

NATIONAL PET CANCER AWARENESS MONTH National Pet Cancer Awareness Month is an annual designation observed in November. Cancer is the leading disease-related cause of death for domestic dogs and cats in the U.S., so this month, spread the word to help educate pet owners about how best to protect thei...

11/09/2023

Pet Diabetes Month is observed every year in November. This month is dedicated to spreading awareness about this lifelong condition of diabetes, which affects approximately one in 300 adult dogs and one in 230 cats in the United States. Diabetes is a condition that keeps pets from producing or utili...

11/06/2023

NATIONAL ANIMAL SHELTER APPRECIATION WEEK National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week recognizes the shelters providing care that bridges the gap to adoption for millions of abandoned and stray animals. The event takes place each year during the first full week in November. The observance also acknowl...

11/03/2023

“We were stumped to see her in there" When Luna started breaking into the pantry every chance she got, her family decided they had to do something about it. “We started tying the cabinet because she puts her paw under and pulls it open to climb the shelves or get the cat food,” Nini Espinoza, ...

11/01/2023

Whipping up homemade nibbles that set tails wagging, conjuring up pet-friendly dishes that make furry friends jump for joy. We all love our pets, and Cook for Your Pets Day promises to take the indulgence of our pets to new levels. On this day, as a responsible owner who wishes to repay your pet’s...

10/30/2023

“There was something magnetic about him.” When a stray cat named Wilfred arrived at Española Humane (EH) the other day, he instantly stole the staff and volunteers’ hearts. It wasn’t just his round, chunky body and old age that caught their attention — he also had a permanently sad expres...

10/27/2023

Halloween can be the spookiest night of the year, but keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be tricky. The ASPCA recommends taking these simple, common sense precautions to keep your pet happy and healthy all the way to November 1. Stash the Treats The candy bowl is for trick-or-treaters, not Scr...

10/26/2023

National Black Cat Day 2023, October 27 National Black Cat Day 2023 is a special observance dedicated to celebrating and promoting the adoption of black cats. This day aims to dispel myths and superstitions surrounding black cats and highlight the beauty and uniqueness of these feline companions. It...

10/20/2023

“It totally warms my heart to see them together” Last month, rescuers from the Millstone Wildlife Center in New Hampshire were alerted to a baby bobcat who’d been abandoned by her mother. The 6-week-old kitten was fortunately found to be in good health — but only physically. Being apart from...

10/17/2023

National Veterinary Technician Week is observed annually in the third week of October and this year, it will be held from October 15 to 21. It appreciates the dedication of veterinary technicians and creates awareness about the work they perform to keep our pets healthy and safe. The week-long holid...

10/12/2023

Are you at risk from diseases you can catch from your pets? Yes, but there are plenty of steps you can take to reduce or eliminate that risk! Q: My dog has giardia. Do I need to be worried that he could transmit it to me or the kids? A: The good news is that the type of giardia that commonly infects...

10/04/2023

“I’m not sure why he decided to take a ride with me." The other day, Angie Stark was driving home from work in Fort Wayne, Indiana, when she decided to pull into a local car wash to have her vehicle cleaned. Stark expected it would only take few minutes before she’d be able to continue on her ...

10/03/2023

October is the month every year when we turn our hearts toward the hopeful dogs waiting to find forever homes during Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) sponsors and promotes Adopt a Shelter Dog Month every October, while the American Huma...

09/28/2023

Help educate yourself and others and raise awareness about the risk of rabies, and how to prevent this deadly and incurable disease before it takes hold. Rabies is an infectious viral disease that is almost always fatal following the onset of clinical signs. Because this disease impacts both animals...

09/21/2023

I hear from a lot of pet parents who worry a medically necessary eye removal might have an adverse impact on their pet. In my four decades of experience, that’s not what happens! Here’s what I told a reader. Q: The kitten I adopted came with a bad eye infection. My veterinarian says it would be ...

09/18/2023

Could it be? In the aftermath of hurricane Idalia, many animals in Florida have found themselves displaced from their usual homes. A team of boaters working to photograph storm-related beach erosion recently realized this firsthand when they looked out to sea and saw an unlikely pink neck paddling t...

09/14/2023

We all want our pets to look good, but keeping them groomed is about a lot more than looks. Q: It’s hard to get my daughters to brush the dog the way they promised to when we got her. Can you explain why grooming is important? A: Two words: comfort and health. Ask your daughters if they remember w...

09/08/2023

“Putting him back in his kennel was the hardest part ...” Meet Tanner — a rescue dog who will do anything for a hug. Tanner was wandering the streets of Houston, Texas, when rescuers found him and brought him to a city shelter. After three weeks spent waiting to be adopted, the pup was put on ...

09/07/2023

There’s nothing like the fresh new energy of a kitten coming into your home! If you normally adopt adult cats, adding a kitten can be a real adventure and can bring a sense of play and joy into your household. If you already have several cats in your household, you’ll want to make sure the intro...

08/31/2023

Does your dog freak out when you leave? Here's what you can do to help reduce your dog's separation anxiety. If your dog seems to worry when you're heading out, destroys stuff when you leave the house, follows you from room to room when you're home, goes berserk when you come back and seems to be ey...

08/31/2023

UPDATE:OWNER HAS BEEN FOUND
One of our clients found this sweet dog in Foxworth. If she is yours or you know who she may belong to please call 601-736-3041

08/26/2023

National Dog Day is on August 26 and we are getting ready to celebrate all our furry friends in the best ways possible! Can you believe that our furry friends have been with us for at least 14,000 years? Thank goodness for that because what would we do without man’s best friend? It is time to pull...

08/17/2023

BLACK CAT APPRECIATION DAY, AUGUST 17 Black Cat Appreciation Day on August 17th aims to dispel all myths surrounding black cats. Additionally, the day shouldn’t be confused with National Black Cat Day. Superstitions aside, cats are simply adorable, even black ones. These f...

08/15/2023

Check the Chip Day is celebrated annually on August 15. It’s that time of the year when we raise awareness regarding the importance of microchipping, which greatly helps in reuniting missing pets with their owners. In fact, every second a family pet is lost, with only one in ten ever being found. ...

08/10/2023

Spend time with your cuddly canine and make them feel super special in honor of National Spoil Your Dog Day! History of National Spoil Your Dog Day Dogs have been considered to be the best friends and companions to humans for centuries. Loyal, lovable and cuddly, dogs offer friendship and protection...

08/09/2023

Making sure water is always available is one thing, but you’ll also want to know how to tell whether your cat is dehydrated. Cats are famous for being sneaky and sly, and that certainly applies to whether they've been drinking enough water. In fact some of the clients of Michelle Moyal, DVM, have ...

08/04/2023

Whoa Christina Biery was walking along the beach in Port Aransas, Texas, and noticed there was a lot of starfish washed up on the shore. She had never seen so many before and did her best to get each one back into the water, where they belonged. “It was just a normal day walking the beach like I.....

08/03/2023

Assistance Dog Day is celebrated on August 4 every year. Dogs are a man’s best friend because of their loyalty and dedication, but assistant dogs take this to a whole new level. These dogs help people with disabilities or illnesses to navigate through life. They help where they can and perform sim...

07/28/2023

Dogs are special and there are oodles of national (and international) holidays to prove it. But unlike most of our doggy days, National Mutt Day, on July 31, focuses on the mixed breed dogs who sometimes get overlooked. This holiday inspires people to learn more about adopting one. National Mutt Day...

07/26/2023

Key Points •Heatstroke can saddle your dog with serious health problems. •The most common cause of heatstroke is confining a dog to an enclosed car. •Use cool, but not ice-cold, water to reduce your dog’s body temperature. Dogs are notoriously bad at dissipating body heat. Watch for early si...

07/21/2023

“We were immediately hit with that feeling of anxiousness and panic.” Wandering near a Florida suburb, an expectant mother deer gazed around a front yard, unsure of what to do. The deer had gotten stuck in a trash can lid and was now having a lot of trouble getting around. When animal advocates ...

07/19/2023

It’s every pet parent’s nightmare: Your dog or cat has gotten loose and you don’t know where he or she is. Don’t panic—there are steps you can take to locate your pet. Swift action, coupled with major neighborhood networking, will increase the odds of having your furry friend back in your ...

07/13/2023

Protecting Your Pets from Potential Danger Home fires are the most common disaster that the American Red Cross responds to – and also the most preventable. •The best way to protect your pets from the effects of a fire is to include them in your family plan. This includes having their own disaste...

07/11/2023

ALL AMERICAN PET PHOTO DAY | JULY 11 All American Pet Photo Day encourages pet owners to share their favorite pet photos on July 11th. Be sure to charge your camera and be prepared to take adorable pictures of your pets! Whether they are the four-legged furry kind or come fro...

07/10/2023

Kittens! Who doesn’t love tiny, adorable kittens? …their big heads, giant eyes, tiny pink paws and noses, and the adorable mews they make…. We can’t resist their cute and furry charms. Surprisingly Americans seem to like cats and kittens best: According to the American Humane Society, 95.6 m...

07/07/2023

There is no doubt that humans love chocolate. For as long as we can remember chocolate has been a treat given in times of celebration, like Valentine’s Day, Christmas and anniversaries. While we indulge in this decadent treat, it is not a treat for our furry friends. Theobromine is an ingredient i...