Galesburg Veterinary Clinic

07/19/2024

Don’t let your pets medication bake on your porch or in the mailbox. It’s not a theoretical problem—we’ve seen the pet health implications of improperly stored/transported medications first hand at our practice.

With several parts of the U.S. under extreme heat threats, experts warn that those hot temperatures can damage medications and ramp up side effects.

07/01/2024

We are closed for the Holiday starting Wednesday, July 3. Normal hours will resume Monday the 8th.

05/01/2024

Message from Dr. Blake: Last night, after hours, my dog Bodin had a life threatening stomach bloat. I was able to decrease the bloat and make him more stable by passing an orogastric tube and by administering iv fluids. However, his gut began to twist and he started to decline. It became clear that for a successful outcome Bodin needed a higher level of care with an emergency surgery and a complete care team. As a doctor, it’s important to know when your patient requires more help than what you yourself can provide. I’m so thankful that the care team at Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Byron Center was there to help and get Bodin back to my family this afternoon.

04/25/2024

Not everyone cares who owns their vet clinic. But we think it’s important! We are proud to be one of the few independent practices in Kalamazoo County still around. As members of the Independent Veterinary Practitioners Association we’re fighting against the tide of consolidation.

04/17/2024

Our colleagues at Dickman posted a really nice photo of a common skin problem we see regularly in our area.

04/17/2024

“You think it’s time to start the tick preventives?” …we get this question often and we are never sure how to best respond. Adult deer ticks only feed from October to May. So if you’re just starting—you’re too late! Other species feed during other times of year. We recommend once monthly, year round. If you ask if it’s time to start, the answer will always be yes!

03/26/2024

Our doctor will be out of the office April 1-5. Our office will be open during most of those days. Special hours:
Mon.- closed
Tues 8:30-5:30, Wed 8:30-2, Thur-closed, Fri 8:30-2.

03/21/2024

Merck is offering a limited-time, in office, instant rebate ending April 30. Get $50 off a year supply of your cats Bravecto or $25 off your dogs Sentinel.

03/06/2024

Our online partner pharmacy, Covetrus, has updated their storefront to improve user friendliness and overall client experience. Prescription approvals for online scripts through Covetrus have been updated on our end at the clinic as well. Please extend our team grace as we learn how to navigate the new platform and iron out any issues that arise from the transition.

02/07/2024

Thank you Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Byron Center for helping our Kalamazoo canines!

Kalamazoo K-9 Sledge was stabbed several times in the throat area while protecting responding officers. He survived the attack and walked out of the hospital with his own four paws. 🐾

FULL STORY: https://wwmt.com/news/local/kalamazoo-public-safety-k9-sledge-stabbing-thoat-hospital-arrest-max-houtman-police-handler-injury-surgery-throat-stab-home

01/02/2024

We are closed today for end of year processing and annual inventory. We’ll re-open Wednesday Jan. 3rd. Happy New Year!

11/23/2023

11/22/2023

We’ve had a lot of calls about the recent news stories regarding canine respiratory illness. No need for excess alarm! If things change we’ll make efforts to keep you informed.

The MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and Veterinary Medical Center are responding to media reports of canine respiratory disease in several U.S. states.

11/04/2023

We are excited to announce a new tool in our toolbox for combating pain associated with arthritis. Seeking dogs in need of relief and a more mobile/functional life. Call us to schedule!

10/04/2023

This is a REAL threat. We have lost patients at Galesburg Veterinary Clinic due to blue green algae toxicosis. Very dangerous. Use caution.

🌊 Public Health Advisory issued for Austin Lake due to a suspected harmful algal bloom.

To avoid getting sick, people and pets should avoid direct contact with water that appears blue-green, or water that looks like it has a green sheen or spilled paint on its surface.

Read more: kalcounty.com/pressreleases.php
Learn more: https://bit.ly/45ewHys

08/10/2023

We are excited to announce the release of Nexgard PLUS at our practice. Its a one and done monthly chew offering heartworm, flea, tick, and intestinal parasite coverage surpassing other leading products. We've been waiting patiently to carry a medication like this in house that met our safety, efficacy, and parasite coverage standards. Available now at our office!

NexGard® PLUS chews gives you the power to protect your dog from fleas and ticks, prevent heartworm disease, and treat and control roundworms and hookworms.

07/29/2023

Everything we do as a practice is done in an effort to ensure you, your pet, and our comminity have a healthy and sustainable future. "Everything" includes the little things--like our conscious decision to reduce single-use plastic pollution by stocking our clinic with biodegradable vials and gloves from KVP renewables. They require 42% less energy to produce, they're 100% plant based, and they completely degrade when exposed to heat and moisture within 3-6 mo. These aren't new efforts at our clinic, but we could do a better job communicating about how we think of health more broadly. HealthCARE extends beyond the exam room!

07/27/2023

Pro tip: when comparing diets based on price figure out the cost per kilocalorie not the cost per pound or bag!

New research by veterinarians.com reveals that dry dog food has risen by 41% in cost compared to 2020. Within the dry dog food category, Purina ONE Plus 16.5 lb. Healthy Puppy Formula High Protein Natural Dry Puppy Food saw the largest price hike of 143% compared to 2020.

07/25/2023

Attn Heartgard/Nexgard Clients

$80 manufacturer instant rebate for year supply ends July 31.

07/24/2023

PLEASE AVOID THE USE OF ASPIRIN IN DOGS.
Aspirin complicates treatment should your dog need medical attention. We can’t prescribe more effective pain control for days if aspirin has already been given. Wait to medicate!

07/07/2023

Did you know more than 60 percent of infectious diseases in humans and 75 percent of emerging human diseases originated in animals? As we continue to commemorate - the day Louis Pasteur successfully administered the first vaccine against rabies virus - we encourage you to visit our FAQ page to learn more about how zoonotic diseases affect you and your pets: http://bit.ly/2KXWiDd

05/21/2023

Pause before reaching for a pet supplement when you’re at the store. They’re still drugs. Just because they’re easier to obtain or marketed as “natural” does not mean it is more safe for your pet. Always consult a vet before starting a new medication or supplement.

Manufacturers of a class of food-derived supplements called nutraceuticals often make statements about their health value that are hard to verify, which can cause safety and efficacy issues

05/15/2023

Our doctor will be out of the office
Wed. May 17- Tues. 23.
The rest of our team will still be in the office to help as appropriate.

05/10/2023

Little cube of cheese is a lot more than you think…

👀 🍔 As we continue to share the importance of a proper nutrition and diet for our pets during today's theme of "Nutrition and exercise matter," it's important to remember that human food has a different caloric equivalency for our pets.

Remember, more treats doesn't equal more love and maintaining your pet’s healthy weight gives your pet the best chance of living a healthier and happier life.

05/04/2023

Disappointing stats were released that showed only 1 out of every 4 dogs consistently receive appropriate heartworm prevention. Heartworm disease is an awful, life-threatening, difficult to cure condition and is completely preventable. Once monthly, year round administration of preventives is recommended—even in Michigan.

04/28/2023

What’s a VCPR? A veterinarian-client-patient relationship is the legal framework (set by the state) in which veterinarians must engage with pet owners. In order to give advice or dispense medications for a pet, the doctor must have had eyes on the pet within the last year!

03/15/2023

Who wants to catch a cat every month to apply flea prevention. Bravecto provides 12 weeks of prevention with ONE application!

Learn more

03/09/2023

Thanks for the acknowledgment MVMA!

It’s and we’d like you to meet Dr. Blake Wiese & the staff of Galesburg Veterinary Clinic in Galesburg, MI. Stop by and say Hi! https://www.facebook.com/GalesburgVeterinaryClinic

03/07/2023

Today we diagnosed a cat with heartworm disease. This is a video of the blood from the patient. Heartworm disease in cats is often overlooked, but it’s very preventable with monthly parasiticides! Heartworm disease is on the rise nationwide.

02/28/2023

We've always had very limited options for pain control in cats. We finally have an option (beyond supplements) to manage osteoarthritis in cats for the long-term. Oh, and it doesn't involve pilling!

Recognize the signs of osteoarthritis (OA) pain in cats with this simple checklist. An easy-to-use checklist can help expedite the diagnosis and treatment of OA pain. Go to the Cat OA Pain Checklist quiz: https://bit.ly/OAChecklist