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06/20/2024

Keep those paws safe in the summer sun! 🌞🐾

As temperatures soar, it's crucial to keep pets cool and comfortable. From staying hydrated to avoiding hot pavement, we've compiled 5 essential summer safety tips to ensure your pets stay happy and healthy. Check them out and share this post to spread awareness!

06/17/2024

Our veterinary team is thrilled to provide you with a new mobile app that makes partnering with us to manage your pet's healthcare simpler and more convenient.

Introducing the new Happy Healthy Pets™ app. Book appointments anytime, connect with our veterinary team via text message, view and take action on your pet’s health recommendations, from vaccines to exams to medication refills, all within the app.

Download the new app for free TODAY in the Apple App Store or Google Play!

https://bit.ly/4cgzZoH

06/15/2024

Tomorrow is Father’s Day! We hope all of our pet parent fathers paws & relax - you deserve it!

Give a shoutout to an amazing dad in the comments below!

06/13/2024

Is your pet coughing, wheezing, sneezing, and scratching? They may be dealing with seasonal allergies.

Reducing your pet’s exposure to allergens may help to reduce symptoms and provide relief. Check out some of our tips. If your pet is exhibiting symptoms, please contact us to discuss our treatment options!

06/08/2024

Happy National Best Friends Day!

Today, we celebrate the unbreakable bond between pets and parents. We cherish every wag, purr, and cuddle shared. 🐾❤️

Share a photo of your BFF in the comments below!

06/06/2024

Life is better with a loyal, furry friend by your side. Like if you agree! 🐾❤️

Happy Pet Appreciation Week! Join us in celebrating by sharing a photo of your pet in the comments!

06/01/2024

Kicking off the new month celebrating the best way possible – hugging our fluffy feline friends. 🐾❤️

It’s and we want to thank all of our lovely pet parents that have made their home a forever home to their cats.

Do you have an adoption story? We’d love to hear it in the comments below!

05/30/2024

With summer festivities kicking off, we want to remind you about the symptoms of heatstroke and prevention tips:

-Never leave your pet unattended in a car
-When hot/humid, keep your pet’s time outdoors limited
-Keep your pet hydrated
-Ensure your pet has ventilation and a cool environment
-Dogs with short noses are at higher risk due to their condensed facial anatomy and restricted ability to cool themselves
-If any signs of heat stroke appear, contact our team immediately.

Please help us spread awareness by tagging your pet parent friends in the comments and share this post!

05/25/2024

As we kick off Memorial Day weekend, we wanted to share some pet safety tips to remember! Please share this post to spread awareness.

-Keep alcohol and table scraps away from your pet
-Never leave your pet unsupervised around bodies of water
-Keep your pet hydrated
-Limit time in the sun and heat
-Keep your pet away from fireworks
-Make sure your pet has an ID tag or is microchipped

05/23/2024

Did you know that less than 10% of the pets that are unchipped will return home each year?

A microchip is a secure, reliable, permanent identification for your pet and the process is simple and affordable. Microchipping your pet can help ensure that if your pet goes missing, they can be identified and find their way back to you.

If your pet is chipped, make sure their information is up to date. To help keep pets close to their loved ones, share this post and remind your friends to !

05/16/2024

🤧 Uh oh, you might not be the only one in your house dealing with allergies!

Pets may be susceptible to seasonal and environmental allergies. Thankfully, there are several treatment options available.

Common symptoms our patients exhibit include excessive itching, red/inflamed skin, as well as recurring ear infections.

If you think your pet may be dealing with allergies, give us a call!

05/13/2024

This one is SO FUN to say!! :)

05/11/2024

Dog moms, cat moms, human moms, and more –thank you for all that you do. Where would we be without you?!

Join us in celebrating Mother’s Day this weekend by giving some special moms a shoutout in the comments below! 💛

05/09/2024

Is your pet scooting or licking their rear? It could be their a**l glands.

A**l glands are located on the rear of dogs and cats. The glands produce an oily, fishy-smelling fluid that helps with scent marking. Sometimes these glands can get impacted or infected.

Soft, consistent stool, as well as allergies, are common causes of irritation. If your pet is scooting, licking excessively, or showing signs of discomfort around their rear end, contact us! We will help to identify the cause and determine the best course of treatment.

05/08/2024

This procedure allows us to collect sterile urine samples for testing. You may be surprised to learn that patients object less frequently to this than exams of their ear ca**l or nail trims!

05/04/2024

“Strike me down and I will become more powerful than you could possibly imagine.” – Obi-Wan Kenobi

Happy May the Fourth! Is your pet a Jedi or a Sith?

05/02/2024

While we may joke about our pets being hungry all the time, it can be a symptom of underlying disease. If your pet has a sudden change in appetite (up or down!), make sure you mention it when you're here!

05/02/2024

Today marks a very special day fur our very special patients. 💙

Specially-abled Pets Day sheds light on the exceptional companions with unique needs. If you have a specially-abled pet, or know someone who does, tell us about them in the comments below!

04/27/2024

Today is World Veterinary Day! 🩺🐾

Veterinarians are an integral part of a pet’s well-being – and we can’t thank our team enough for their commitment and dedication to our community’s animals.

Join us in thanking our vets in the comments below!

04/25/2024

With tomorrow being Hairball Awareness Day, we wanted to remind our cat parents about the importance of preventing hairballs.

Accumulated from excessive grooming, hairballs can build in your cat’s digestive system and either get coughed up or in some cases, need surgical removal.
If your cat is excessively vomiting, lethargic, loses their appetite, or has diarrhea or constipation, these may be signs of a blockage and you should contact our team immediately.

Share this post to help spread awareness!

04/24/2024

Small amounts of lightly colored ear wax may be normal. However, if you notice, dark, thick, or foul-smelling ear wax your pet may have an infection or inflammation in the ear ca**l. Other signs to watch for include frequent scratching or shaking of the head, redness or swelling of the ear ca**l, and abnormal behaviors.

Treating an undiagnosed infection with home remedies or leftover medications can create infections resistant to antibiotics or painful conditions (like a ruptured eardrum, OUCH!).

While not considered a medical emergency, ear infections are painful and are best treated urgently. This means you should seek care within a few days of the onset of symptoms.

As always, if you need to schedule an urgent care visit, contact our office as close to 8am as possible in order to snag one of our Same Day* visits.

*There is no extra charge for Same Day visits. These visits are limited and are available first come, first served.

04/20/2024

April is – and with instances on the rise – we are sharing what you need to know as a pet owner!

Heartworms are life-threatening parasites, transmitted by mosquitoes, that can live in your pet’s system and can lead to heart failure, liver damage, or worse. Heartworm disease is 100% preventable. Annual testing and year-round prevention can provide a lifetime of protection.

If your pet is due for their annual heartworm test or needs a refill on prevention, contact us today! For more info on heartworms, click here: https://bit.ly/3Tpuo7L

➡️ Help us spread awareness by sharing this post!

04/18/2024

🤧 Just like humans, pets can experience the troubles that allergy season can bring. Common symptoms of allergies in pets include:

-Excessive scratching and biting their skin
-Red, inflamed, or infected skin
-Paw licking
-Excessive shedding
-Inflamed, itchy ears

If your pet exhibits any of the mentioned symptoms, contact us today! We can rule out any underlying conditions, address allergies, and discuss our available treatment options.

04/16/2024

Often seen with our word from last week (polyuria) and noted in the medical record as PU/PD.

Can be the side effect of medications or a symptom of underlying disease. Always reach out if you notice a change in water intake and output!

04/13/2024

Did you know tick exposure can occur year-round, but are most active during warmer months?

Ticks can carry many diseases, such as Lyme disease, which can lead to many health complications. It's important to remain as vigilant and preventive as possible!
To find out if Lyme disease is a concern in your area, view the Companion Animal Parasite Council map: https://bit.ly/4aejw3o

To discuss tick preventives, please reach out to our team.

🙅 Help remind other pet parents of the importance of tick prevention by sharing this post!

04/11/2024

It’s one of the best days of the year – National Pet Day! That’s every day as a pet parent, right? 😊🐾

Comment below photos or videos of your pets – we want to see them all!

04/08/2024

Poly- means many/much.
-uria refers to urine.

Polyuria is often abbreviated in medical records as PU and accompanies next week's word in many common medical conditions.

04/06/2024

Did you know dental disease can cause significant, chronic pain in pets? This is one of the many reasons maintaining your pet’s dental health is vital to their overall well-being.

Brushing your pet’s teeth daily is a great way to practice good oral health. Along with the many flavored toothpastes that are out there, we can also recommend effective rinses, treats, and chews that help keep your pet’s smile healthy and as pain-free as can be!

Share this post to help remind your pet parent friends to brush their pet’s teeth!

04/04/2024

April marks National Canine Fitness Month – the pawfect reminder that keeping your pet active helps reduce the risk of cancer, diabetes, arthritis, and other ailments. Not only are there health benefits to your pet staying active, but it is a great opportunity to bond with them!

What are some things you and your pet do to stay active?

03/30/2024

Tomorrow is Easter Sunday! How are you and your fuzzy best friend celebrating? Tell us in the comments below! ⤵️

Address

6690 James Madison Highway
Fork Union, VA
23055

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm

Telephone

+14348428387

Website

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