Heartland Veterinary & Boarding - Drs. Katina & Bill Carter

03/12/2025

***REUNITED *****

Just saw this beautiful boy running down Chesterfield Jacobstown road. Sat on the ground for about 45 min, and he just wants to run and play. Got him off the main road but can't get near him. Electric collar , don't see tags on him.

03/12/2025

***REUNITED *****

Just saw this beautiful boy running down Chesterfield Jacobstown road. Sat on the ground for about a half hour and he just wants to run and play. Got him off the main road and into a neighborhood, but can't get near him. Electric collar , don't see tags on him.

02/28/2025

The bird flu is officially in NJ with cases confirmed in our neighboring towns. The below article from the American Veterinary Medical Association is a great resource for keeping our pets and backyard flocks safe.
https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/animal-health/avian-influenza/avian-influenza-companion-animals #:~:text=Cats%20and%20dogs%20may%20become,other%20ways%20the%20virus%20spreads.

Learn how avian influenza affects companion animals and backyard poultry, and how to prevent it from spreading.

02/04/2025

Raw diet

RECALL ALERT - Blue Ridge Beef is recalling their 2 pound log Natural Mix (Lot # N25/12/31; UPC # 854298001054) due to a contamination of Salmonella.

The products were distributed between January 3, 2025 to January 24, 2025. The product is packaged in clear plastic and sold primarily in retail stores located in the states of: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York State, Tennessee, Rhode Island. More information: https://bit.ly/4hgdenI

01/08/2025

January Noise Calendar

01/06/2025

We will be closing at 5pm today so our staff can get home safely. See you tomorrow.

01/01/2025

Another brand of raw pet food has been found to contain bird flu and has made at least five house cats presumably sick with the virus, health officials say.

12/27/2024

⚠️Pet Parent Safety Warning⚠️

Protect your pets from the dangers of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1, also known as "bird flu."

🐾 Key Updates:
1️⃣ Avoid Raw Foods: Do NOT feed your pets raw (unpasteurized) milk, dairy products, or raw/undercooked meat. Cats can contract H5N1 from contaminated raw foods, which can lead to severe illness or death.

2️⃣ H5N1 Overview: This bird flu virus is widespread in wild birds and has caused outbreaks in poultry and, recently, dairy cows in the U.S. It is zoonotic (can spread to humans), but human-to-human transmission has not been reported in the U.S.

3️⃣ Recent Cases: A cat in Oregon died from H5N1 after eating raw pet food. A recall was issued for one batch of Northwest Naturals Feline Turkey Recipe frozen raw food. Other cases in cats linked to raw diets have been reported in various states.

4️⃣ No NJ Cases Yet: While no cases of H5N1 in cats have been identified in New Jersey, previous infections in wild birds and poultry have occurred.

5️⃣ Prevention is Key: Always feed your pets safe, properly cooked foods to reduce risk.

For more information, visit the USDA website below or consult your veterinarian. Stay safe and protect your furry friends!

https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/avian/avian-influenza/hpai-detections/mammals #:%7E:text=Due%20to%20the%20increased%20interest,Health%20(WOAH)%20WAHIS%20system.

12/17/2024

Thank goodness.

Children around the world received some good news today, with officials from the North Pole confirming that Dasher, Dancer, Prancer and the rest of Santa’s reindeer have been approved for their Christmas Eve flight following a health checkup from Santa’s veterinarian.

11/11/2024

November Noise Calendar

10/28/2024

Why don't chocolate and pets mix? Here are 3 facts for pet owners to know on . You can find other dangerous foods for your pet here: https://bit.ly/2FSTha6

10/23/2024

National Pet Wellness Month may be coming to a close, but maintaining your pet's wellness is year-round.

Veterinarians recommend regular wellness exams for the same reason your physician and dentist recommend them – if you can detect a problem in its early stages, it's more likely to be treated and resolved with less expense, less difficulty and better success. https://bit.ly/3LYIpXv