Durham Veterinary Clinic

04/18/2025

Our office will remain open on Monday the 21st. 🐰💐Just in case any of your pets are like our own personal fury family members, below is the link to poison control. 😉

ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888)426-4435

04/04/2025

Not only is Emily a rockstar assistant, she's an artistic master with charcuterie boards! We felt high class and fancy at our last staff meeting!🤤

03/07/2025

Bear is what we like to call a "pug sample". This beast weighs in at just under 5 pounds, and specializes in licking eyeballs and nostrils. Welcome to the Durham Veterinary Clinic family, Bear! 🥰

03/04/2025

A little sunshine therapy, and love from a devoted RVT is just what the doctor ordered! Sweet Sunny was visiting us for a gnarly case of pancreatitis. 🥰

02/21/2025

Friday vibes, courtesy of our clinic cat, Darlene. Does anyone else feel like the sun came up a bit too early this morning?🥱😴

02/13/2025

Our hospital will be closed Monday, February 17th in observance of Presidents' Day. We will resume normal business hours Tuesday the 18th.
For emergencies, call Valley Oak Veterinary Center at
(530)342-7287.

02/13/2025

Whenever Skye walks through the door, so does the sunshine! Just look at that face and try not to feel all warm and fuzzy inside. ☀️🥰

02/06/2025

*Photo courtesy of totalveterinarycare.com

02/06/2025

February is National Pet Dental Health Month!

Did you know...
By 2 years of age, roughly 80% of dogs and cats will have some form of dental disease? The most severe disease occurs up under the gum line, and at the root of the tooth. These places are only visible with detailed oral examination and dental x-rays.
Even the most well trained pet is unable to say "ah" for long periods of time in order for these examinations and x-rays to occur. This process can be quite uncomfortable, especially if painful dental disease is present. This is why we place our pets under general anesthesia to perform what is referred to as a COHAT (Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment).

While some of our pets won't be able to avoid at least one or two COHATs in their lifetime, there are many things you can do at home with your pet to ensure the best oral health they can have, and prolong these oral procedures:

-brushing their teeth at least once a day (this is the MOST effective and least expensive way to care for their teeth)
-purchasing safe treats or toys for them to chew on routinely (avoid bone/antler/metal/hard plastic as these will most likely cause teeth to fracture). *Rule of Thumb - if you can't make a mark in the product with your thumbnail, it's too hard for them to chew on
-purchase water additives or dental diets that can help inhibit the growth of plaque on the teeth

At least once a month, lift the lip of your pet and take a peek at their teeth. If you have any concerns, or would like an exam to asses the oral health of your pet, contact your veterinary hospital to schedule an appointment.

For a list of safe and effective oral health products, check out the Veterinary Oral Health Council website

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01/24/2025

What better way to spend a Friday morning, than with Pickles! He is a 11-week-old Bengal who came to see Dr. Carolyn for his first wellness visit. He had much to say, and expressed his appreciation for our cookies with a purr you could hear from across the street.
Welcome to the Durham Veterinary Clinic family Pickles!

01/24/2025

Have you ever been handed a copy of your pet's (or your own) lab work results and felt like you are trying to read something in a foreign language? There are several values on most panels that are recommended, and the link below provides a great description for each of them.
We recommend laboratory blood tests for many reasons, such as figuring out an illness, tracking how our super senior pets are aging, and ensuring all bodily systems are functioning properly prior to an anesthetic procedure. Here is a peek at what we evaluate and why! 🩸📊📈
https://hospital.vetmed.wsu.edu/2022/01/12/understanding-your-pets-lab-tests/
*Courtesy of Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine

Blood and urine tests can help your veterinarian get crucial information about the health of your pet. Blood tests are often performed as a biochemistry profile, or chemistry panel, which is a collection of blood tests to screen several organs at one time. Some blood tests are very specific for a si...

01/09/2025

As we watch with a sadness and disbelief that is all too familiar, we here at DVC extend our deepest sympathies and support to the communities in Southern California affected by the fires. Many of our staff members have family and friends living in Los Angeles, or have spent significant parts of our own lives in that area.
If you, like so many of us, feel helpless and are wondering what you can do, here are some reputable animal rescue organizations you can donate to.

-SPCALA Disaster Animal Response Team
-Pasadena Humane Society
-Los Angeles County Animal Care Foundation
-IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare)

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12/27/2024

Sallah says, "Is it over yet? Does anyone know what day it is?"

12/23/2024

Alright, is everyone ready for this week?

We have trees, and wreaths, and lights way up high. We have ribbons and bows, and fresh apples for pie. We've got roasts and turkey and all of the trimmings, and gave up on finding those pants that are slimming. Our family from Portland is taking the guest room, and our dear friend from Holland is joining by Zoom. But wait! Where is Fluffy? She's usually close by. Has anyone seen her? My cat with one eye? Uncle John checked the guest room, and I checked the yard, but she's nowhere to be found, we looked really hard.
Finally, we found her! It took us forever. She'd had her own epic, most scary adventure. She'd found Uncle Johns sciatica meds, and chased them with 3 chocolate Santa Clause heads. She'd licked her paws raw from all of the stress, the kids stuffed her into a baby doll dress. She'd chewed on a poinsettia and peed on the rug, her litter box had been moved to make room for Jane's pug.
I realized with horror that I was the reason. Poor Fluffy had not been prepared for this season. I never refilled her anxiety medication, and forgot to fix up her secure location. Away from the noise and the new and the scary, set up safe and sound with her favorite mouse, Harry.
This season can be overwhelming to most, especially for those of us who must host. Be sure to prepare your four-legged loved ones. For many of them, this season's no fun. They know very well that you love them a lot, and they'll thank you with kisses! Well the cats, maybe not.

Merry Christmas from our family to yours! 🎄🐾

12/23/2024

Beginning at 12pm tomorrow, December 24th, our office will be closed to celebrate Christmas with our families. We will resume normal business hours on Friday, December 27th.

12/12/2024

Due to the upcoming Christmas and New Years holidays, our office hours will vary during those weeks. This is your friendly reminder to make sure you are stocked up on all of your pet's medications and special order diets. We recommend requesting those refills this week and early next week. Keep in mind, holiday hours may effect deliveries from online pharmacies as well! For any questions, don't hesitate to give our beautiful CSR team a call!
(530)891-5707

**Photo courtesy of Oakland Veterinary Referral Services

12/05/2024

The Christmas holiday is just a few days away! If you're like us, you've already adorned your home with cheerful decorations that include a few festive plants. While your pets may greatly appreciate your efforts, they may not appreciate the illness that will follow if they decide to taste test the fancy new foliage. Below is a list of beautiful, but toxic (poisonous) plants to keep well out of reach of your furry family members. 🪴🍂🎄