Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital

02/19/2025

How did the dog get from Boston to New York?
He took a Greyhound!

02/19/2025

The secret to life is to handle every situation like a dog: If you can’t play with it, eat it or bury it, just p*e on it and walk away.

02/19/2025

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02/19/2025

It's National Boston Terrier Day 2025!

The Boston Terrier is one of the top 25 dog breeds in the United States.
They’re intelligent, affectionate, and wonderful with children, and it’s no wonder this playful dog has won over so many hearts.

The Boston Terrier is so popular that there’s even a holiday just for them: National Boston Terrier Day! It’s held annually on February 19 and is intended to celebrate everything that makes the Boston Terrier breed so adorable.

02/19/2025

You can help dogs like Rocky exit overcrowded shelters and begin their second chance at finding forever homes! Visit the "Seat on the Bus" link to learn how you can make a difference🚍
https://www.oregondogrescue.org/seat-on-the-bus

02/15/2025

Detections of HPAI (AVIAN FLU) in Domestic Cats

The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) and the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) are warning pet owners about the risks of raw pet food after tests confirm Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in two cats living in different households in Multnomah County, Oregon. The owners of the cats, in consultation with their veterinarians, elected to humanely euthanize the pets due to the severity of the illness. ODA confirmed both cats ate the same brand of raw pet food before becoming ill.

Please read the full report in the previous post or go to Oregon Department of Agriculture.

02/15/2025

https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORODA/bulletins/3d23b8c

Detections of HPAI in Domestic Cats Oregon Department of Agriculture sent this bulletin at 02/14/2025 12:31 PM PST Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. News Release: February 13, 2025 Detections of HPAI in Domestic Cats The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) and the Washingt...

02/15/2025

🚨 Morasch Meats Recalls Pet Food Due to HPAI Contamination 🚨

Morasch Meats is recalling its Northwest Naturals 2lb Feline Turkey Recipe raw and frozen pet food after tests confirmed contamination with the H5N1 strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), which led to the death of an indoor cat in Washington County, Oregon.

Genome sequencing revealed an exact match between the virus in the pet food and the infected cat, prompting the recall of products with “Best if used by” dates of 05/21/26 B10 and 06/23/26 B1 distributed nationwide.

To avoid the spread of HPAI, state and federal experts strongly encourage people and their pets to:
• Avoid consuming raw or undercooked meat products
• Avoid consuming raw dairy
• Limit contact with sick or dead animals
• Wash your hands after handling raw animal products or contact with sick/dead animals
• Keep pets or poultry away from wild waterfowl

Read their news release at: https://apps.oregon.gov/oregon-newsroom/OR/ODA/Posts/Post/morasch-meats-voluntary-recall-feline-raw-pet-food-hpai

02/11/2025

How often do you wash your pet's food and water bowls?

Keeping them clean is important for your pet’s health—make sure to wash them regularly to avoid bacteria buildup! 🐾💧

02/11/2025

💘TONIGHT 💘

Looking for your Valentine? Join Oregon Dog Rescue for a special after-hours adoption event Tuesday, February 11th! We’re on a mission to play Cupid and help you find your perfect match.

We’ll be offering a limited amount of adoption appointments from 6 pm - 8 pm & you can reserve your spot by requesting an appointment at https://www.oregondogrescue.org/request-appointment

Only a few spots left!

Don't miss your chance to fall in love.❤️🐶

02/05/2025

When it comes to keeping our dogs healthy, many owners overlook the importance of oral hygiene. According to the American Veterinary Dental College, it’s e

02/05/2025

Did you know we have dog walking available each day?
We are always looking for volunteers who want to come and walk a dog for an hour.
You can sign up at www.oregondogrescue.org/dog-walking as many times as you'd like!
We currently have slots available each day at 7:30am, 10am, 12:15pm, and 4pm!

A great way to follow those New Year's resolutions to get active!

Can't participate? Help us out by sharing this post to your story, friends and help us spread the word!

02/05/2025

02/05/2025

During times of inclement weather, please call ahead to make sure that we are staffed and open before heading in for your appointment. We will do our best to notify you in advance if we are closing due to inclement weather.

02/05/2025

https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/cold-weather-animal-safety

You’re probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather, but did you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to your pets'

02/05/2025

February is National Dental Health Month!
What Is Cat Stomatitis and Gingivitis? Cat Gum Care

Most cats have initial signs of gum disease by the time they are 3 years old, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. It can get worse as cats get older and lead to serious health problems without proper treatment.

How are gingivitis and stomatitis treated?

The first step is a complete oral health evaluation and removal of plaque and tartar under general anesthesia. The deposits of plaque and tartar are removed with ultrasonic scaling followed by polishing of the tooth surfaces. It is important to clean the tissues beneath the gum line carefully to remove any accumulated plaque or tartar. After the cleaning, the gingivitis can subside. Some cats need this done regularly to maintain their oral health.

The treatment of stomatitis involves treating the underlying cause of the problem, if one can be identified. Most often, no specific cause is determined. Affected cats will require frequent dental cleanings with extractions as well as home treatment, including tooth brushing and the use of chlorhexidine rinses or gels to manage the disease. Pain medications, broad-spectrum antibiotics, and/or anti-inflammatory medications may be prescribed.

Extraction of some or all teeth is often recommended as this is proven to have the greatest effect on stomatitis; however, some (refractory) cases won’t fully resolve after extraction and still need medical management as described above.

Please call us to discuss how we can help keep your kitty's oral health in check. 503-658-8165

01/31/2025

February 3, 2025
Doggy Date Night – February 3, 2025. U.S.

Take the chance to hang out with your pup on National Doggy Date Night on February 3. Whether You're working all day, out running errands, or spending time with your family and loved ones, its time for some special fun for your 4 legged bestie!

Send us photos of your date night with your pup!

01/28/2025

On January 24, the Oregon Department of Agriculture announced that a cat in Washington County recently tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza (HPAI—more specifically, avian influenza type A H5N1). The outdoor cat with a history of exposure to wild waterfowl (ducks and geese) was examined by a veterinarian after exhibiting symptoms, including a fever, runny nose and eyes, lethargy, difficulty breathing and loss of appetite. The cat was diagnosed with pneumonia and the veterinarian notified the ODA of the suspected case. Andrea Cantu-Schomus, an agriculture department spokeswoman, told the Capital Chronicle that the cat was so ill that it had to be euthanized. (Note: This is a different case than the Washington County cat that died in December as a result of eating now recalled food.)

The confirmed diagnosis was achieved through a collaboration between ODA, the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ODVL) at Oregon State University, and the USDA's National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL). While a complete genome sequence is pending, preliminary tests confirm the H5N1 virus the cat contracted was not the strain circulating in dairy cattle in other states. To date, Oregon has no confirmed cases of H5N1 in cattle.

Cats, including both domestic and wild cats, such as tigers, mountain lions, lynx, etc., are particularly sensitive to H5N1 avian influenza, and care should be taken not to expose these animals to the virus. Dogs can also contract H5N1, though they appear less susceptible to the virus than cats. Tips to help protect your pet from H5N1:

* Do not feed your pet undercooked or raw meat, including uncooked or freeze-dried meat-based diets, treats, or animal products.

* Do not feed your pet raw (unpasteurized) milk or colostrum.

* Keep pets away from wild birds, poultry, and cattle (especially in areas with known H5N1 outbreaks).

* Prevent pets from eating birds or other wild animals.

* Wash your hands after touching raw meat and after interacting with poultry, livestock or animals outside your household.

* Consider changing clothing and shoes after interacting with animals or birds with unknown health status and before interacting with your own pets.

Seek veterinary care if your cat or dog appears to have any of the following symptoms of illness, especially if the pet has eaten raw or unpasteurized foods or has had contact with wild birds or poultry:

* Fever
* Lethargy
* Low appetite
* Reddened or inflamed eyes
* Discharge from the eyes and nose
* Respiratory distress
* Neurologic signs, like tremors, seizures, incoordination, or blindness

Veterinarians must immediately report any suspected cases of influenza in animals to the Oregon Department of Agriculture at (503) 986-4711.