Thrive Pet Healthcare - Saginaw

11/05/2024

Meet Cleo 😻 she got lots of love and attention at her appointment with us today!
If your pet needs either a wellness visit or a visit because something’s going on, give us a call at 817-288-1901. We are open Monday - Friday from 8am - 6pm.

11/01/2024

Halloween from the pets at Saginaw 🎃🎃

10/25/2024

that xylitol (aka birch or wood sugar) a common sweetener found in sugar-free gum, candies, and some peanut butter brands, is toxic to pets, especially dogs? Eating even a small amount of xylitol can cause a sudden release of insulin in dogs, leading to low blood sugar, seizures, and even liver failure. Keep your pets safe by double-checking ingredient labels and avoiding feeding them human snacks and desserts. If you suspect your dog has ingested a sugar substitute, take them to an emergency vet ASAP.

10/22/2024

Halloween is right around the corner! 👻👽

While it's a tasty treat for us, chocolate contains caffeine and theobromine, chemical compounds that dogs and cats can't metabolize effectively. This can lead to symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, rapid heart rate, and in severe cases, seizures or even death. Keep chocolate out of reach of dogs and cats, and if you suspect your pet may have ingested anything containing cocoa, seek emergency vet care immediately.

09/19/2024

Meet some of our new puppies that came in for vaccines and throughly enjoyed their visit with a few treats! 🥰

Luna is an 18week old Miniature Schnauzer that loved getting cuddles! Look at those ears!

Roo is a 13week old American Pit Bull Terrier that loved the peanut butter treat!

Both puppies are keeping up with the multiple vaccines that they need in order to promote and build a good immune system.

09/13/2024

Milo had so much fun at his visit today! He was so sweet and happy! ❤️ He was showing off the few teeth he has left. Milo appreciates that his parents routinely bring him in for preventative care and will stop in same day for a sick visit.

06/25/2024

06/17/2024

Check your pet for ticks every day, especially after they spend time outdoors. Run your fingers through your pet's fur with gentle pressure to feel for any small bumps. If you find a tick, it’s important to act quickly and safely. You can either try to remove the tick yourself or take your dog to your nearest pet urgent care or an emergency pet hospital for help.

If you choose to remove the tick from your dog, follow the steps below:

1) Use tweezers (or a tick remover instrument like a Tick Key) to grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible, removing the whole head and body.
2) Pull the tick straight out with slow and steady pressure. (If the head of the tick is left in the skin, it can cause an infection and still transmit disease, so make sure the whole body is removed!)
3) Once the tick is removed, you can place it in a sealed container in case your vet wants to test it for diseases.
4) Clean the area of your dog’s skin with soap and water then apply a pet-safe antiseptic.
5) Contact us for advice on next steps. We may ask you to bring the tick in for testing.

06/12/2024

Many of the diseases that parasites cause can spread from your pet to you and your family, too. Pests like and can crawl or hitch a ride into your home on shoes, clothing, or even on the fur of another pet. Itchy yet? Let’s talk pests:

🕷️ Ticks 🕷️
Not only are ticks a threat to our pets, but an estimated 476K Americans are diagnosed with Lyme disease each year.* They aren’t just a warm weather issue, either: contrary to popular belief, ticks don’t die in the winter and do not hibernate, either. If you or your pet spend time in grassy or wooded areas, get in the habit of spot-checking yourself and them for these small, spider-like creatures after every outing. If you find one, pull it off carefully and intact, then call us.

🐜 Fleas 🐜
These teeny-tiny jumping parasites aren’t just annoying for the itchy rashes they cause in pets and people. Studies have shown that the plague is once again on the rise and that fleas are one of the culprits. Fleas can multiply and jump from host to host alarmingly fast, so if you catch your pet itching more than usual, have them checked for fleas ASAP.

To learn more about these pesky pests, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/protect-against-pests

*source: www.CDC.gov
**source: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

05/21/2024

that ONE bite from an infected mosquito is all it takes to transmit to your dog or cat? Scary, but true. Mosquitoes thrive all over the US, and not just during summer: different breeds are active throughout the year. 🦟

Treating disease caused by parasites in dogs can be complex and costly, and options are limited for cats. But there is good news: oral, injectable, or topical preventive medications are effective ways to protect your pet and are much more affordable than treatment itself, but *only* if your pet receives the recommended dose on a monthly or yearly basis. We can help find the right preventative for your pet based on their lifestyle and health needs, so don’t delay: book a visit today!

To learn more about heartworm prevention, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/protect-against-pests

05/01/2024

While pests like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas are tiny—they can cause BIG problems for our pets, and even our families. That’s why we’re sharing easy ways to save on preventive medications, which are essential to keeping your pet healthy:

🏥 Dog owners can visit us for 15% off ProHeart 12, which offers 1 year of continuous heartworm protection with just 1 dose.*

💛 Thrive Plus members can buy a 10-month supply of Simparica Trio and get 2 months FREE.**

💳 CareCredit cardholders can pay for preventative medications over time. Limited time offer for new cardholders. From May 1 – July 31, 2024, open a new CareCredit credit card account, spend $300 or more to earn a $50 statement credit or $1,000 or more to earn a $100 statement credit, and register for the offer with promo code OFFER2024 at: //carecredit.com/promotions. Visit: //carecredit.com/offer2024 for complete details.***

To learn more about why to protect against pests, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/protect-against-pests
*Valid 5/1/2024-6/30/2024. In-clinic purchase only. Cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts except for Thrive Plus member discounts and other parasite treatment related offers and promotions. Discount applies to ProHeart 12 only. Availability of products may vary. The offer does not include the cost of additional services, such as exams or diagnostic tests, that may be needed to fulfill a parasiticide prescription.

**Valid 5/1/2024-6/30/2024 for Thrive Plus Members ONLY. See full prescribing Information SimparicaTrioPI.com and ProHeart12PI.com. In-clinic purchase only. Cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts except for other parasite treatment related offers and promotions. Discount applies to Simparica Trio only. Availability of products may vary. The offer does not include the cost of additional services, such as exams or diagnostic tests, that may be needed to fulfill a parasiticide prescription.

***Subject to credit approval. Between May 1 – July 31, 2024: (1) open a new CareCredit account, (2) use it to make qualifying purchase(s), and (3) register online at //carecredit.com/promotions to earn a statement credit. If earned, statement credit will post to account within 3 billing cycles of offer end date. Account must remain open, in good standing and not become delinquent. Limit one statement credit per account. Applications submitted during offer period but approved after July 31, 2024, are not eligible. Statement credit cannot be used to satisfy the required minimum monthly payment on your account and may not be redeemed for cash or cash equivalent.

03/26/2024

Don't delay – schedule your pet's dental cleaning today and save! 🦷✨ Now through April 14, take $50 off a dental cleaning for your dog or cat when you book with code 24CLEAN50. Oral health is essential to overall pet health, so make dental care part of their annual wellness routine to keep your pet in tip-top shape. To brush up on your pet wellness knowledge, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/brushing-up-on-wellness

*Blood and urine testing must be completed within 30 days before dental cleanings. Offer valid 2/1/24 to 4/14/24. Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. Offer valid for dental cleanings only and at select locations; excludes exams, extractions, and oral surgeries. Subject to availability.

02/29/2024

It may be raining out, but we are still open and ready to help your fur-babies! Give us a call at (817) 288-1901 to schedule an appointment today! 💕

02/22/2024

Our pets can’t tell us when they’re experiencing pain and discomfort, so ensuring they’re checked routinely from nose to tail can help them live longer, fuller lives. 💚 This includes diagnostic testing, which is needed ahead of dental cleanings and can be done as part of their annual wellness exam. Testing healthy pets’ blood and urine also provides baseline values to compare to as they age, while f***l testing helps detect intestinal parasites that live and thrive in your pet's gastrointestinal tract. Like with regular testing, a baseline allows us to detect changes and illness before ever seeing outward signs of disease. 🔬

Read more about the importance of these lab tests along with what they can reveal here: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/is-routine-bloodwork-necessary-for-my-pet

02/15/2024

Dr. Curt Coffman, National Director of Dentistry for Thrive Pet Healthcare is sharing some with pet owners around pet dental cleanings! His #1 tip: Be proactive in your pet’s dental and oral health. Don’t wait for visibly dirty teeth and gum disease to set in to discuss your pet’s dental care with your vet.

02/13/2024

Good News! We are accepting new clients/patients! Give us a call at (817) 288-1901 to schedule a visit today! Visit our website at https://www.thrivepetcare.com/locations/texas/fort-worth/saginaw to learn more about how you can get your first exam free! 💕

02/07/2024

💕Call us today at (817) 288-1901 to schedule an appointment for your Fur-ever Valentine! We're open and have same-day appointments to get your fur baby seen. 💕

02/01/2024

Routine dental care for pets is more than just about keeping bad breath at bay: annual cleanings help prevent buildup and diseases that can lead to bigger health issues like tooth disease, infections, and gingivitis - even kidney and heart disease. 🦷✨ That's why we’re celebrating by offering $50 in savings* on pet dental cleanings now through April 14. Mention the code 24CLEAN50 at checkout and give your pet a health start to the new year with an annual dental cleaning and nose-to-tail exam! To brush up on your pet wellness knowledge, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/brushing-up-on-wellness

*Blood and urine testing must be completed within 30 days before dental cleanings. Offer valid 2/1/24 to 4/14/24. Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. Offer valid for dental cleanings only and at select locations; excludes exams, extractions, and oral surgeries. Subject to availability.