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Happy Mother's Day to the moms that are, the moms that were, and the moms that will be. Whether your kids are grown, or not actually your own, moms come in all shapes, sizes, and circumstances, and we are thankful for you. We hope you feel loved and celebrated today!
🎶 Toe beans, toe beans, toe beans, toe beeeaaanns...Toe Bean Tuesday has come back around again 🎶 That's right! It's toe bean tuesday! These cutie toe beans came in last week, and we couldn't let them leave without taking some photos and giving them tiny squeezes.
Remi came in to show us what a fantastic momma she is. Get ready for the cuteness!
As we have walked through heartworm disease this month, we have learned about how they spread, how to prevent, and how they affect cats and dogs differently. Sadly the spread of heartworms has only increased over the years. Homeless pet populations and pets not on prevention are direct contributors to that spread. In this loop we have included infographics that show how heartworm infections have spread and worsened over the past decade and a half. We have included maps from 2010, 2016, and 2022. More maps are available to view on the American heartworm Society's webpage (https://www.heartwormsociety.org)
Don't mind us, we were just checking out the solar eclipse! Hope you all got to enjoy it as well! It was an amazing experience! (photo credit: Erica and Brianne)
We heard from the feline experts a few weeks ago, now it is time to consult our canine team of experts. Here is all you need to know to survive those Monday Blues. Hope this gets you through your week!
Cats are not exempt from heartworms. It is not common for them to contract heartworms, but there is still risk. There is no safe treatment for heartworm disease in cats, and survival of heartworm disease is very rare. Thankfully heartworm disease is completely preventable with a monthly parasite prevention. Swipe through to learn more!
It's National Siblings Day! Share those pet sibling photos, and don't forget to tag us! This is Dwight, Toby, and Ron. They were litter mate foster cats that Brianne cared for through Mutts and Mittens Rescue. These three brothers were the best of friends. They now live in new homes with their new pet siblings. Would love to see your pets and their brothers and sisters! 🐱🐱🐱🥰🐾
It's 🐾 send us those tiny toe bean photos! We'll go first!
Knock Knock!🚪 It's Monday! Penny is always happy and eager to greet the day, and the girls up front. 🐾🐶🐱 😎
Heartworm awareness month continues! 🎉🐶 Today, we are learning about heartworms and why we test your dogs yearly. Mosquitos 🦟🦟 are a constant nuisance in our area. Texas stays comparatively warm year-round, and this means that mosquitos and, in conjunction, heartworms are a year-round problem and risk. It is essential that your dog remains on monthly heartworm prevention all year long. Heartworm disease is preventable with appropriate monthly parasite prevention, but as we all know, nothing in life is 100% guaranteed. We always want to monitor your dog yearly and ensure they remain heartworm negative. If they ever test positive, we want to intervene as quickly as possible to treat the present infection and avoid any complications arising from a heartworm infection, such as heart or lung damage. If your pet needs a prevention refill, jump to our website and submit your request today using the prescription refill form
Are you a sprinkles or no sprinkles kind of person? Clearly sweet Liz is a sprinkles girl. If you've gotta wear a "donut" why not make it an actual donut?
April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Follow along as we talk about heartworm disease, facts about heartworms and mosquitoes, and treatment. We would love to hear your questions and we'll be happy to answer them in future posts.
We polled dozens of cats...I mean experts...and compiled this guaranteed guide to survive the dreaded Monday.
"Do not be alarmed. You seek Jesus of Nazareth, who was crucified. He has risen; he is not here. See the place where they laid him" Mark 16:6
No matter how, what, or why you celebrate we hope you have a wonderful Easter with family and friends.🐰🐾
As a reminder, we will be closing early on Good Friday so our staff can observe any services they may wish to, and spend the Easter holiday with their families.
Please remember to pick up any prescriptions you may need for the weekend prior to 4pm, as well as drop off any samples.
Wishing you a safe and happy Easter Holiday!
Tomorrow is Cuddly Kitten Day! Here are some snuggly babies from the clinic that we are so happy we get the opportunity to love on! Share photos of your cuddly cats!
As the weather warms up, outdoor activities are becoming more frequent. Hikes, walks, and lake days are coming, and that means increased exposure to ticks! Ticks carry diseases that are harmful to not only us, but our four legged furry family members as well. Protecting them year round with a flea-tick prevention is vital to ensure they are protected from these diseases. If your dog or cat is in need of a parasite prevention refill submit your request on our website here (https://bit.ly/3valfrE) or contact us for an appointment to see what prevention is right for your pet (https://bit.ly/3zMuBcl)
As prey animals cats have an engrained instinct to hide weaknesses that can put them at risk from predators. They hide injuries, pain, and illness, and they do it really well. Often times it is not apparent something is wrong until it is severe. This is one of many reasons why it is so important to take your cat in for wellness exams on a yearly basis at the very least, ideally biannual exams. Regular exams and diagnostic labs help to ensure we are monitoring your cats overall wellness closely and are able to discover concerns and intervene early before they become major issues.
There are so many reasons to choose Fear Free veterinary care. Not only do we focus on creating a low stress experience for both you and your pet, but we also provide care in such a way that your pet is a willing participant in their veterinary services.
Using techniques such as touch gradient helps to disguise needle pricks, and a treat reward helps to reinforce their participation. Positive reinforcement is a big part of what we do at Summer Creek Animal Clinic. We use a reward ladder of treats to help make your pet feel more comfortable while they are here. Starting with a low reward like cheerios for more comfortable services such as getting their weight, and working our way up to higher rewards like whipped cream or squeeze cheese for the less comfortable services like vaccines.
Starting with the cheerios means that the whipped cream will be more rewarding for the services your pet may find more difficult. A high reward acts as a positive reinforcement for their participation. Using the reward ladder helps the negative experiences seem less scary and stressful for your pet, which means their next visit is less likely to be stressful and scary as well.
Why do we recommend bringing your pet in twice yearly for biannual wellness exams? -- Routine wellness visits are a great way to help your pet live a healthy life for as long as possible. Biannual wellness exams include nose to tail physical exams, vaccinations, and diagnostic labs. These help to ensure your pet is healthy and monitors them regularly for changes or concerns as they age. This may help detect potential health issues early and helps ensure early intervention if one does arise. If your pet is in need of a wellness exam call us Monday - Friday to schedule with one of our Fear Free Certified Veterinarians.
Fear Free care focuses not only on the physical wellbeing of your pet, but their emotional wellbeing as well, it is a whole body approach to your pets healthcare. Stress affects our pets' physical health the same as it does ours. Elevated stress levels can result in less accurate physical exams, and inaccurate test results. With the Fear Free approach your pet will be more comfortable overall as we strive to ensure they are not exposed to extended periods of stress. This results in a much better experience for your pet, and a much happier relationship with the vet clinic for your pet.
Regular urine tests can help in the early detection of kidney issues with your cat, along with other recommended lab work values your veterinarian uses to monitor kidney function. While early detection will not reverse or stop kidney disease, it will certainly slow the progression of age related kidney disease and can help to extend the quality of your pets life. Cats are prone to developing kidney issues in later life, so it is especially important to do regular urinalysis and monitor those other lab values in their senior years to watch for these changes. If you have concerns or would like to speak with a veterinarian give our office a call to schedule a consult today.
Have you ever wondered what a f***l analysis (or f***l) checks for, or why we recommend puppies get at least 2 done at such a young age, or that adult dogs have one done every 6 months?
Fecals check for a multitude of intestinal parasites, all of which are communicable to your other pets, and some of which can be communicable to immune compromised individuals, children under 5 years of age, and adults over 65 years of age. Hookworms, Roundworms, Flea Tapeworms, Whipworms, Giardia, and Coccidia are the parasites we check for at Summer Creek Animal Clinic.
Sometimes a parasitic infection in your dog can be asymptomatic, but this does not mean that other pets or people are not at risk of infection. Other times a parasitic infection can lead to minor symptoms such as diarrhea, or more serious complications such as damage to your pets digestive tract, severe dehydration, or even death if left untreated.
Biannual f***l analysis helps to monitor for adult parasites and their eggs, as well as helps to ensure your pet stays parasite free. A monthly Flea - Tick prevention, such as Simparica Trio or Simparica, can also help to keep your pet parasite free, but it is still important to test regularly and ensure these medications are working as intended. If you have questions concerns that your pet may have a parasitic infection call our clinic today and we can get you in for a consultation and f***l analysis.
As we go about our spring cleaning, it’s important to remember that some products can be toxic for our four legged friends. Ensuring that spills are cleaned up promptly and floors are completely dry prior to letting your pets back into freshly cleaned areas, will help keep your pets safe from accidental exposures.
Many of us may consider using natural products for cleaning, such as vinegar and water solutions, but even these should be used with caution. Ingestion of concentrated, or even diluted, vinegar can cause stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, and oral irritation for pets.
The ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline websites have some great articles that share products and things to consider when keeping pets safe from household cleaners.
https://bit.ly/2puBdrt - Poisonous Household Products - ASPCA
https://bit.ly/3USgj58 - Spring Cleaning Concerns - Pet Poison Helpline
https://bit.ly/4bXUxDe - Alkali Risks - Pet Poison Helpline
https://bit.ly/3UYq2qo - Acid Risks - Pet Poison Helpline
If you have a concern that your pet may have ingested a toxic or poisonous product call one of the pet poison helplines and head to our clinic or the nearest emergency clinic right away.
One of our core values at Summer Creek Animal Clinic is "Value Education" because veterinary medicine is always changing, evolving, and improving. We then have the joy of passing that knowledge along to our beloved pet owners 🐶🐾😸 Summer Creek Management Team was able to participate at VMX this year, a huge veterinary conference where we learned so much valuable info from such talented people. We are excited to continue bringing innovation to the clinic and making us better and better! 🎉
In 2022 the ASPCA pet poison hotline fielded 401,550 cases. Accidental pet poisonings are a serious health concern in the veterinary world. It's important to always be prepared for these emergency situations. Whether you come to see us for an emergency or go to an emergency clinic you will need to contact a pet poison hotline to start a case with them. They have access to a vast database and are able to quickly determine whether intervention is necessary and to aid your veterinarian with best intervention options.
If you have a microchip with homeagain (all microchips provided through our clinic are homeagain microchips), you can sign up for their premium membership which will give you 24/7 access to their medical helpline at no cost. The yearly premium is less than the monthly cost of a streaming service and pays for itself 4 times over with just one phone call. If you have a homeagain microchip you can register for the premium membership on their website https://bit.ly/3ux5vyI
Otherwise save these numbers in case of emergency.
It's National Spay Your Pet Day, and Georgia wants to talk to you about all the benefits of spaying your dogs and cats.
Did you know that spaying your dog doesn't just prevent accidental breeding? It can also help prevent the development of cancers as they age as well as a life threatening condition called pyometra.
At Summer Creek Animal Clinic we offer two different spay surgical procedures. One is a traditional spay procedure. This consists of a 2 inch to 4 inch incision and a 10 to 14 day healing time. The other option we offer is a laparoscopic procedure that consists of 3 small incisions (an inch or less) and a 7 to 10 day healing time. Check out our website for more information on spays. You can go here (https://bit.ly/42Njz3u) for general spay information canines, here (https://www.summercreekvet.com/services/cats/spay-neuter) for felines, and here (https://bit.ly/42SR4BM) for information on laparoscopic procedures for canines. You can also contact our clinic if you have any other questions or would like to schedule a consult.
As mentioned in a previous post, getting your pet used to tooth brushing can take time and work. Start slowly by introducing the toothpaste to get them used to the taste. You can simultaneously introduce them to the toothbrush when introducing the toothpaste, just allow them to lick the toothpaste off the toothbrush to help them get used to the texture. You can then start getting them used to you lifting their lip and having something rub against their gums. Start with your finger first and slowly work your way up to using the toothbrush. As you go about each step use a clicker and/or positive reinforcement to help reinforce the toothbrushing.
Once your pet is comfortable with the toothbrush in their mouth you can go about brushing the outside of their teeth! Daily brushing is such an important step to your pet maintaining a healthy mouth.
It's National Dog Biscuit Day! Celebrate with some tasty homemade treats! Check out this easy 3 ingredient dog treat recipe! Remember before you make any homemade treats, double check that all ingredients are safe for your pets. If ever in doubt feel free to contact Summer Creek with questions and we can ensure your pet will be safe.
5228 Sycamore School Road
Fort Worth, TX
76123
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| Friday | 8am - 12pm |
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Who is ready for the weekend? Rosie says she is! 🐕😎🐾 #friyay #TGIF #summercreekac #fearfree #aaha #vetmed
Sometimes our feline friends don't have good claw inhibition, like sweet Fanny here. Fanny also does not do well with vet care so her owner, Brianne, opted to sedate and put on nail caps to help prevent Fanny from scratching inappropriate surfaces. With training, use of pheromones, and providing appropriate scratch surface textures that Fanny finds stimulating and comfortable she is well on her way to learning good scratching behaviors. If you have a cat that is struggling with appropriate scratch behavior, schedule a consult to talk through options with your veterinarian. With other non-invasive options available to us, declawing can be avoided as that method can result in lifelong pain and permanent nerve damage for your cat. #fearfree #nailcaps #fearfreetraining #summercreekac #vetmed #aaha
When you hear that it's Friday 😁 🥰
Dr. Dechant is trained to do echocardiograms now and we are so excited! Thanks so much to our team for volunteering their pets to get scanned. They did great! 😺💛
Happy Valentine's day! Did you know that lilies are potentially fatal to cats but are found in many Valentine's bouquets? This pretty flower arrangement is going to be kept in the admin space away from the kitty paws so it can still be enjoyed! 😽 Check out this article on common hazards to keep your pet safe this V-day! https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/valentines-day-safety-tips
One of our core values at Summer Creek Animal Clinic is "Value Education" because veterinary medicine is always changing, always evolving, and always getting better. We then have the joy of passing that knowledge along to our beloved pet owners 🐶🐾😸 Summer Creek crew had a great time at VMX, a huge veterinary conference where we learned so much valuable info from such talented people. We are excited to continue bringing innovation to the clinic and making us better and better! 🎉
Team Meeting! Our technicians are brushing up on ear cytologies. Thank you, Liz! #veterinarian #vetmed #dogs #cats #fortworth
🎶 Happy Birthday to us! Happy Birthday to us! 🎶 Can you believe it? We are already celebrating our 4th anniversary, and we couldn't have done it without you. We are so thankful for all of the pets we get to see, the clients we get to serve, and all of our wonderful team members. Here's to many more years to come! Come celebrate with us! 🎉 🐾
Today is Check the Chip Day! We just want to share this short animation by the American Veterinary Medical Association. This video is one of the common scenarios in which your beloved pet(s) can go missing. If you need to get your pet(s) checked for a microchip or get microchipped, contact us today at (817) 523-1139 or [email protected] You can also visit our website to learn more about microchipping your pet(s): https://bit.ly/3PSpNbf "Why you should microchip your pet - Meet Max, a dog who found his way home, thanks to a microchip" https://youtu.be/SHS7kfrYxcY
Happy National Ice Cream Day from Master Splinter! 🍦
What's a better way to celebrate National Swimming Pool Day? - TAKE A DIP IN THE POOL WITH YOUR PUP! Here are some tips from CHEWY to keep them safe while waddling 🏊 https://bit.ly/3OSZHnP
The in-person and online votes have been totaled and the masses have spoken! The door decorating competition winner is door #3! Congrats to our technicians Caleb and Alicia, our Assistant Ashlyn, and Lead Client Care Rep Brianne! 🥳
Everyone knows TX can't hang on icy roads. Stay home and stay safe y'all! 🥶
Deck the halls 🎄❄️🧦
I spy with my little eye 👀 Ear mites! If your pet is scratching or shaking its head, it might warrant a closer look! Creep factor: 10
It's getting close to July 4th! Fireworks are fun for people, but not too fun for pets. Did you know? Two out of three dogs show signs of fear and anxiety associated with noise, which cause unneeded distress. No need to worry, we have plenty of options to help. Please call us early, we are closed July 2nd. Give us a call! ☎️ 817-523-1139
🎉🐱Pet food drive! 🐶🎉 We are teaming up with Pet Suites for the month of May to collect donations for Don't Forget to Feed Me, a non-profit that supplies pet food for those in need during challenging financial times. Drop off, any size or quantity, of unopened pet food at Summer Creek Animal Clinic. Food that is up to 6 months expired and gallon Ziploc bags are also accepted! Thank you for helping pets in need!
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