Hartford Veterinary Services

04/13/2025

Cat psychology 101: Cats live in a vertical world, not a horizontal world. To keep them happy.... give them perches, towers, and elevations to explore. Or just live in a two story house.

04/07/2025

03/31/2025

Happy Monday!
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This weeks reminders:
*Provide nutritious food and clean water daily
*Offer safe housing and plenty of exercise
*Regular vet check-ups and preventative medication are important for their health
*Ensure pet safety by securing toxic substances, using proper collars and providing proper identification
*Pet proof your home to eliminate hazards

03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

12/25/2024

Hartford Veterinary Services in Farmland wishes you and your family a Merry Christmas 🎄

Reminder we are closed 12/24 and 12/25

📸 leave a photo in the comments of your pets enjoying their holiday!

11. Tinsel-less Town

Kitties love tinsel as it’s sparkly, light-catching and easy to bat around and carry in their mouths. But ingestion can lead to an obstructed digestive tract, severe vomiting, dehydration and possible surgery. It's best to brighten your boughs with something other than tinsel.

We hope you and your pets have a safe, happy holiday season!

12/24/2024

🎄 Reminder our office will be closed 12/24 and 12/25 in observance of Christmas 🎄

9 days of Christmas pet tips:

10. Mind your Medication

Keep your medication safely put away and out of paws’ reach. If you are planning on having guests stay with you, make sure they keep any medications away from pets as well. Those unfamiliar with pets may not know how curious some of our furry friends can be, so have houseguests leave their medication in a closed cabinet rather than a bag or suitcase.

12/23/2024

🎄 Reminder our office will be closed 12/24 and 12/25 in observance of Christmas 🎄

9 days of Christmas pet tips:

8. Snow Globes

Snow globes are made with ethylene glycol, the same chemical used in antifreeze, which is highly toxic to all pets. If a snow globe breaks, the sweet smell can attract pets to taste it, leading to potentially fatal intoxication. Be sure to keep snow globes away from pets and thoroughly clean up any accidental breakages

12/22/2024

🎄 Reminder our office will be closed 12/24 and 12/25 in observance of Christmas 🎄

9 days of Christmas tips for pets:

7. Talkin’ Trash

While it may be the last thing on your mind throughout the day, our smart pets know where they can find some sneaky leftovers. Make sure you take out the trash or secure the lids on any garbage cans that may have food, broken decorations or any other holiday hazards inside.

12/21/2024

🎄 Reminder our office will be closed 12/24 and 12/25 in observance of Christmas 🎄

9 days of Christmas tips for pets:

5. Caution Around Candles

Whether you are lighting a menorah or filling your home with scented candles, make sure you do not leave any candles unattended. Curious paws and happy wagging tails could knock them over, potentially burning your pet or starting a fire.

6. Loud Noises

It can be easy to forget that our pets may be sensitive to loud sounds while having fun. Loud music, fireworks, celebratory poppers or noisemakers can scare our furry companions. Make sure there is a safe space your pet can retreat to if they need some quiet time, like an interior room. Please also keep in mind that strings of thrown confetti can get lodged in a cat's intestines, if ingested, perhaps necessitating surgery.

12/20/2024

🎄 Reminder our office will be closed 12/24 and 12/25 in observance of Christmas 🎄

9 days of Christmas tips for pets:

4. Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree

Christmas trees can pose quite a few potential threats to furry companions. If you are planning to put up a Christmas tree, make sure it is tightly secured so there is no chance it can tip over and hurt any pets nearby. Other tree tips include:

a. Make sure the tree water is covered and/or inaccessible to curious pets. Tree water is a breeding ground for bacteria that could cause nausea, diarrhea or stomach upset.

b. You can’t see the contents of a wrapped present, but pets might smell it. Be sure to keep wrapped food or candy off the ground!

c. Lastly, steer clear of tinsel for decoration. Ingested tinsel can cause severe vomiting, obstructed digestive tract, dehydration and could even require surgery. Stick to lights and ornaments instead!

12/19/2024

🎄 Reminder our office will be closed 12/24 and 12/25 in observance of Christmas 🎄

9 days of Christmas tips for pets:

3. Mistletoe, Oh No!

Both mistletoe and holly can cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems if ingested by pets. Many types of lilies that are typically found in holiday bouquets are highly toxic and can cause kidney failure in cats. Poinsettias can also make pets sick with mild to moderate gastrointestinal irritation. So, be sure to keep floral decorations out of paws reach or replace the traditional holiday plant with a faux alternative!

12/18/2024

🎄 Reminder our office will be closed 12/24 and 12/25 in observance of Christmas 🎄

9 days of Christmas tips for pets:

2. Watch Out for Wires

You may have more festive décor out this time of year, so be sure to keep wires, batteries and glass or plastic ornaments out of paws' reach. A wire can deliver a potentially lethal electrical shock and a punctured battery can cause burns to the mouth and esophagus, while shards of breakable ornaments can damage your pet's mouth and digestive tract.

12/17/2024

🎄 Reminder our office will be closed 12/24 and 12/25 in observance of Christmas 🎄

9 days of Christmas tips for pets!

1. Delicious Dangers

While this time of year may include some of the best food, we recommend keeping your pet’s diet the same as any other day. Fatty, sweet and spicy foods as well as turkey or chicken bones can all be dangerous to our pets. While a small piece of boneless turkey is a fine treat, it is always better to ere on the safe side and avoid accidentally feeding your pet something that could have a toxic spice or ingredient in it. If your celebration includes alcoholic beverages, be sure not to leave your drink unattended where pets can get to them.

11/28/2024

Hartford Veterinary Services Farmland is wishing you and your family a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving holiday!

‼️Reminder our office will be closed Thursday and Friday‼️

11/27/2024

Thanksgiving is just 1 day away!

🦃 We are Thankful for all of our Clients and their families!

‼️Reminder our office will be closed Thursday and Friday, make sure you get your pets food and medications refilled before the holiday! ‼️

11/26/2024

Thanksgiving is just 2 days away! Here are some tips to keep your furry friends safe!

Comment below your favorite dish for Thanksgiving!

‼️Reminder our office will be closed Thursday - Friday and Saturday, make sure you get your food and medications refilled before the holiday! ‼️

11/25/2024

Thanksgiving is just 3 days away! Leave a comment below and tell us what you’re thankful for this year!

‼️Reminder our office will be closed Thursday and Friday, make sure you get your pets food and medications refilled before the holiday! ‼️