Right At Home Veterinary Care LLC

07/25/2024

Be aware for not swimming your dogs!

https://www.kktv.com/2024/07/24/prospect-lake-closed-due-blue-green-algae/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3PA27xlsmTIn0NgpGlG1eDtXKHsoVraN6VbzVJSlqBC1s2jAR7yAlyuzo_aem_nblYKtkebbiRZzyVIDc_Ew

The City of Colorado Springs announced on Wednesday that Prospect Lake is closed until further notice due to the return of blue-green algae.

07/03/2024

July 4th Holiday Hours: available for urgent/emergency at home euthanasia only 8 AM-5 PM. Call/text 719-920-8269

06/07/2024

I'll be out of town for a family wedding from 6-6-24 to 6-11-24. I will try to reply to texts and such intermittently.

While I am gone, for life threatening medical emergencies, I recommend contacting:
- Powers Pet Emergency and Specialty
- North Springs Veterinary Referral Center
- Tendercare in Falcon

Hope everyone is having a fun and safe summer. My guy Anakin for attention. -Dr. MBJ

05/06/2024

Awww...a special photo for a special kitty 🥹🐾🌈

The man recreated a 20-year-old photo of him and his childhood cat on Reddit.

05/04/2024

My 3 Star Wars dogs Kyber, Anakin, and Jyn say "May the Fourth be with you!"

04/19/2024

Does your cat "ek?" My two do not and I'm kind of sad about that...

https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3_K9jqybl_/?igsh=MnBoZXV5MnV2emx1

04/16/2024

Here's Braxton the very handsome English bulldog working on his post knee surgery rehab at home! Just under 2 months ago, he had surgery to repair a torn cruciate ligament in his left knee. For the first month, we worked on keeping him comfortable after his surgery. Now we are working on therapeutic exercise to continue his progress.

The goal of this particular exercise is to have him slowly and carefully step over each pole to build up his strength back up. Braxton is very happy to do his workouts and is very food motivated. Way to go, Braxton!

04/07/2024

UPDATE: Chewbacca was found and she didn't make it. So sorry to hear... 😔😔😔

Chewbacca has been missing for several days after a house fire! Please your eye out in Falcon!

03/25/2024

So sorry to hear about this! Colorado Equine is only a few miles down the road from me. Glad no humans were hurt but hoping the two kitties made it out unharmed. 😔😔😔

Crews were called to the scene near Hanks Grove and Murphy Road around 2:30 Monday morning.

03/17/2024

What's your favorite way to give your pets their meds? Mine seem to like pill pockets the best, but the "peanut butter sandwhich" (two flat dog biscuits with peanut butter and the pill in between) are popular too!

I've had clients use: peanut butter, almond butter, Cheese Whiz, cream cheese, jumbo marshmallows, braunschweiger, Fresh Pet rolls, sour cream, lunch meat, and more!

03/14/2024

The precipitation has not *quite* started in my part of Black Forest yet, but 10-24" is the current estimate from the National Weather Service for tonight through Friday. So I'm not likely to making it out tomorrow!

Remember to make sure outdoor critters like your livestock have fresh straw to bed down on and high quality nutritious food and fresh water as much as you can. Stay safe and warm!

A doe from the window of a client's house a few weeks ago for attention.

03/09/2024

What a good kitty boy! ❤️🐾🐈

01/21/2024

Awww, Sweet Pea... 🥹🌈🐾

01/15/2024

Had some scheduled maintenance this morning on my truck. Got to keep her running in tip top shape to see my patients! 😊

Went in for an oil change, left with new Blizzak snow tires. 🥶🥶🥶

12/26/2023

Hope everyone had a safe and happy holiday! I ended up coming back to town slightly earlier due to trying to avoid the weather. However, it looks like driving right now for a house call looks to be out of the question. I will be taking texts, calls, and emails though. Stay safe out there and make sure all livestock have adequate food and wind breaks if possible!

12/12/2023

Happy Howl-idays! As of now, here are the projected holiday hours coming up:

-Dec 20-26th: out of town for Christmas
-Dec 27-29th: regular business hours
-Dec 30th-Jan 1st: New Years holiday hours (available for at home euthanasia emergencies only)

12/09/2023

While hauling unfrozen water for your outdoor critters, keep an eye out for frost bite! Pile clean dry straw after the snow is done so animals like chickens, turkeys, and ducks have a surface to walk on.

12/04/2023

My cell phone is out of commissiom until later this afternoon. I will have intermittent email at [email protected].
Happy Monday! -Dr. Jones

11/20/2023

Happy Thanksgiving! Holiday hours:

Nov 20-22: normal business hours
Nov 23: urgent at home euthanasia appointments ONLY until 3 pm
Nov 24-27: CLOSED and out of town
Nov 28: resume normal hours

11/18/2023

I saw two suspected cases of this yesterday. Both mild to moderate cases, but I'm recommending folks not take their dogs to places other strange dogs tend to be right now. Please avoid dog parks, pet stores, group dog obedience classes, and so on if possible, especially if indoors.

I realize with Thanksgiving being next week, avoiding boarding may not be possible. However, consider a pet sitter if feasible, particularly for older pets.

https://www.facebook.com/share/kQrySAxc4KiiaHSk/?mibextid=xfxF2i

Veterinarians concerned as "unusual" respiratory illness spreads amongst dogs in Colorado Springs

10/06/2023

Our best hellos and our hardest goodbyes...

09/25/2023

When you have a senior double coated dog, take advantage of the nicer weather before it gets cold for a brush, bath outdoors if needed (many senior dogs stand better outside in the grass versus indoors in the tub), and blow out. And yet more brushing...the fall shed can be about as bad as the spring shed! Take the time as you groom your older dog to look for lumps and bumps as well.

Arya my husky mix demonstrating with her scraggly early fall coat despite being brushed for 15 minutes today outside. *sigh* 🫠

09/19/2023

Ah, the velcro dogs! Always "halpful!" 😁

07/19/2023

When talking with pet owners about how to know "when it's time" to make that call to schedule euthanasia for their beloved pets, I discuss with folks about the Big Five:

1) eating & drinking: maintaining good appetite or reluctant to eat? Any major weight changes up or down?
2) mobility: can the dog get up to go on walks or to potty? Can the cat make it to the litter box or jump up on the couch?
3) bladder & bowel continence: do they still know when they gotta go?
4) resting through the night: is the pet restless, vocalizing, excessive panting?
5) mental state: are they confused or disoriented? Still seeking out and enjoying attention and affection or are they getting withdrawn or grouchy?

These are not the only metrics and the choice of when to make the call is very personal. If you or someone you know is considering this decision with a pet, I invite you to reach out to me with a call/text at 719-920-8269.

My 16 year old dog Fawkes ❤️

07/04/2023

Enjoy a happy and safe Fourth of July! We'll talk about fireworks in a sec, but please don't forget the real hidden hazards of this holiday. Keep your trash secure! Corn cobs, cooked beef, chicken, and pork bones, and dark chocolate desserts can be a major source of intestinal obstructions and toxicity! Keep those all out of reach!

For fireworks, if you have neighbors who get too enthusiastic (keeping in mind all the limits on fireworks in this area!!), you can try a few simple things to keep your pets and livestock feel more safe. For your indoor and outdoor animals, try to keep them inside if possible. Putting on as many lights as possible can be helpful for pets who are nervous with the flashes of light. Some do seem to prefer it dark and find their own place to hide, cats especially.

For the noise, I find turning on the radio or TV to something that has its own regular bass beat can help with all but the loudest bangs. Also make sure you have ID tags on all pets in case they bolt from your yard or get out of the house. Take dogs to potty on leash before 7 pm and after midnight if you can.

Enjoy and be safe! I'll be back in town by Friday!

06/03/2023

Calling all hockey fans! 🤩

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05/26/2023

We'll be closed Saturday through Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Have a safe weekend!

The War Dog Memorial in Colorado Springs:

The War Dog Memorial in Colorado Springs is a place where War Dogs and their Handlers past, present and future are honored and remembered. The Memorial is a place where individuals can learn about our nation’s War Dogs and their handlers, and reflect on the service and sacrifice of these noble war...

05/23/2023

One thing I love about at home rehab is using multiple modalties and therapies while the animals get to just relax at home! This pretty girl is Denali, a 13 year old Siberian husky owned by our friends at Black Forest Dog Resort. Nali is a retired performance dog and is receiving acupuncture, laser therapy, PEMF magnetic therapy, plus manual work (massage and stretching).

If you feel rehab could help your pet, call or text 719-920-8269!

05/05/2023

My two Star Wars dogs Jyn and Anakin say may the Force be with you on Star Wars Day!

04/26/2023

Did you know that hummingbirds travel 1500+ miles to make it to Colorado? I'm hearing that despite the snowy spring, they are arriving! If you elect to leave a feeder out for our wild hummers, now is a good time while the males are staking out territory. Nectar is easy to make (no red dye please!) and refresh daily to enjoy them the whole season.

While most hummingbirds migrate mostly during the day, don't forget to keep exterior lights at night to a minimum to help out other migrating bird species who travel at night!

In a few easy steps, you can bring these nectar-loving birds to your feeder.