Safe Toys for Your Furry Friends!
When it comes to our pets, safety always comes first—especially when choosing toys! This holiday season, make sure your pet's playtime is both fun and safe with these tips:
Size matters – Choose toys that are appropriate for your pet’s size to avoid choking hazards.
Durable materials – Look for non-toxic, durable toys that can withstand tough play (think rubber or natural fabrics).
No small parts – Avoid toys with removable pieces that can be chewed off and swallowed.
Interactive fun – Stimulate your pet’s mind with puzzle toys, treat dispensers, and engaging activities.
Check for safety labels – Look for toys that are specifically designed to meet pet safety standards.
Whether it's a squeaky toy for your dog or a feather wand for your cat, let's ensure that playtime is both enjoyable and safe for our beloved pets!
We are Closed, Happy Labor Day!
Today, we celebrate the incredible dedication and hard work of our amazing team. Your commitment, creativity, and relentless effort drive our success and make every day a little brighter.
Labor Day is a moment to recognize and appreciate the collective strength that each of you brings to our workplace. From overcoming challenges to achieving milestones, your passion and perseverance do not go unnoticed.
Take this day to relax, recharge, and enjoy the fruits of your labor. You’ve earned it! Whether you’re spending time with loved ones or simply enjoying a well-deserved break, know that your contributions are deeply valued and appreciated.
Today on NATIONAL DOG DAY, we celebrate our furry friends who bring so much joy, love, and laughter into our lives! Whether they’re snuggled up on the couch, chasing their tails, or just wagging their way into our hearts, dogs truly make the world a better place.
Let’s give an extra belly rub, a few more treats, and a lot of love to the pups who make every day brighter. Share your favorite dog photos and stories in the comments below—we’d love to see your four-legged family members!
Video of Dr. Shelley's dogs enjoying a summer evening on the ranch
Have you added a new puppy to your family?
One of the most important things you can do for your new puppy is to socialize them and get them started on the right paw. Socialization can be thought of as a vaccine against future behavior problems.
Socialization involves exposing your puppy to the environment, people, other animals, and more. A puppy’s socialization period is from 3 to about 14 weeks old. When socializing your puppy, you want to focus on positive experiences. One negative experience can affect your puppy and lead to fear and anxiety. A puppy will need 100 positive experiences to cancel one negative experience out. While socializing your puppy, make sure you are using treats liberally and creating positive experiences; never force your puppy to approach something scary. Some subtle signs of fear/anxiety/worry in your puppy include panting, lip licking, sniffing the ground, lowering of ears, and yawning.
To help socialize your puppy, we offer a Puppy Social Hour every month. It is held on the first Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. During the social hour, you get a tour of the clinic, a mock exam, an introduction to the sights and sounds of the clinic, and a resource kit for puppies. It is hosted by Mellissa, one of our licensed technicians with a focus on behavior. Give the clinic a call to get signed up.
Happy Birthday Dr. Shelley!
She has brought a whole new level of patient care to SW ND. Her determination and hard work has made our clinic what it is today. She is one of the strongest most determined women we have ever met. She strives for excellent patient care and encourages her staff to be the best we can be. She is truly exceptional leader! Your commitment to empowering your team and fostering a collaborative work environment is truly commendable.
May your coffee be strong, your meetings short, and your phone signal strong enough to browse birthday memes all day, and the weather stays nice enough for you to enjoy your podcasts while mowing the lawn.
“The code is more what you'd call 'guidelines' than actual rules."
Today is an extra special day for our feline friends as we celebrate it as “Respect Your Cat Day”. Wait, isn’t it every day? Absolutely yes, but you can give those purring creatures some extra love today. Have a pawsome day! 😻
🐶 Today is National Puppy Day! 🐶
Here’s a video of two lovely puppies having a great time at the clinic during one of our Puppy Social Hours! Their owners learned about some training and common problem puppy behaviors. The puppies got a tour of the clinic and mock exams while getting great socialization! If you have a puppy between 8 and 24 weeks old, call the clinic to sign up for the next one! They are the first Tuesday of every month at 5:30! 🐾
