Avondale Haslet Animal Clinic

08/23/2024

Anytime you refer a new pet parent to our hospital, you and your friend will both recieve a $50 credit towards your next visit! 👏 *Round of appaws*

To refur your friends and family, visit https://avondalehasletanimalclinic.com/patient-resources/refur-a-friend?utm_medium=social_media&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=referral&utm_content=aqu_Ent_HOSPHASLET

08/17/2024

Looking for a new friend? Check out Humane Society of North Texas Mega adoption event!

I need your help to bring hope to the pets who come into our care in 2024! Last year, we touched the lives of more than 17,000 pets, but only through the financial support of generous donors. Please make your gift to help fund our lifesaving work in the new year!

08/01/2024

Make protecting your pet against pesky parasites like heartworms, fleas and ticks as easy and affordable as paw-sible.

Learn how you can save up to $100 on preventatives by visiting https://avondalehasletanimalclinic.com/services/wellness-prevention/parasite-prevention 👏

07/19/2024

07/19/2024

The hospital has a vehicle key fob that has yet to be claimed. If you believe it may be yours, please contact us with a description!

07/15/2024

Exciting news! Dr. Tess and Dr. Kramer are moving to Colorado at the end of July to open a new practice. While we’ll miss them at Avondale Haslet Animal Clinic, we’re excited for their new journey and want to assure you that our dedicated team will continue to provide the same exceptional care for your pets.

Join us in wishing them all the best! For questions or appointments, contact us. Thank you for trusting Avondale Haslet Animal Clinic.

07/10/2024

Paws off our pets, parasites! 🐾 This season, we’re bringing you some great deals on preventatives - so those heartworms, fleas, and ticks can bug off!

When you buy preventatives from our hospital, they come with a satisfaction guarantee. If your pet develops parasites, we've got you covered–with vendor-backed support ranging from product reimbursement to full coverage of related care.

For more details, visit https://avondalehasletanimalclinic.com/services/wellness-prevention/parasite-prevention

07/10/2024

It's officially hot enough to bake cookies on our dashboards, so it's time to talk about summer safety for TOE BEANS!

Determining whether it's too hot to take your pup out for their walk takes just five seconds by placing the back of your hand against the pavement. If you can't hold it comfortably for five seconds, you need to find a different time.

Early morning is your best option for a safe walk during the Texas summer, but a late-night excursion will still be safer than midday or early evening.

We also encourage you to stick to walking on grass when you can and consider buying protective footwear for your pup. Suspect your pet has heat-injured paws? Reach out to your vet ASAP.

07/07/2024

Seals ashore!

07/03/2024

We're taking a paws-itive break tomorrow to celebrate the holiday with our loved ones. If your pet needs urgent care, call Flower Mound Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center, Veterinary Emergency Group or Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas Wishing you a tail-wagging holiday!

07/02/2024

Fireworks and celebrations are a big part of July 4th, but for many animals, the loud noises and unfamiliar sights can be stressful and frightening. Here are some tips to keep your pets safe and happy on Independence Day:

Keep them indoors: The safest place for your pet during fireworks displays is indoors. Create a cozy and quiet space for them, away from windows and doors. You can use a crate, a quiet room, or even a bathroom.

Provide distractions: Turn on calming music or white noise to help mask the sounds of fireworks. Provide your pet with chew toys or puzzle feeders to keep them occupied.

Update their ID tags: Make sure your pet's collar fits securely and that their ID tags are current. If your pet doesn't have a microchip, consider getting one. This will help ensure they can be returned to you if they become lost.

Be mindful of toxic substances: Keep pets away from fireworks, lighter fluid, sparklers, and leftover barbecue food. Many common human foods can be toxic to pets, including onions, grapes, and chocolate.

Never leave pets unattended outside

07/01/2024

Plan Ahead: If your pet has anxiety around loud noises, please make an appointment to discuss anti-anxiety medication.

07/01/2024

06/27/2024

Where did the latest AHS Heartworm Incidence Survey find heartworms? in ALL 50 states.

06/25/2024

Your friends trust you the most when it comes to referrals - especially for their pets. It’s humbling to have so many clients recommended by their friends and family, and we want to show you our love and appreciation!

Any time you refer a new pet parent to our hospital, you will both receive a $50 credit towards your next visit! 👏

To re-fur your people, visit https://avondalehasletanimalclinic.com/patient-resources/refur-a-friend

06/24/2024

‘Tis the season for fun in the ☀️! If your pet needs some freshening up, give us a call to book their bathing appointment!

06/20/2024

We will be closed on July 4th. Please, call for your medication refills and about any anxiety concerns before then!

06/20/2024

Today marks the first day of summer! 😎 How are you and your pet going to spend the first official day of the season?

06/19/2024

Happy Juneteenth! We proudly stand with those who have fought and continue to fight for freedom for all. ✨

06/16/2024

Happy Father’s Day to all of the paw-some dads out there, to humans and furry friends alike!

06/14/2024

Ready to truly turn on that summer state of mind? 🏖️ Call us today to book a wellness check for your pet so you can enjoy the season without a care in the world!

06/13/2024

Yesterday we had two wonderful Golden Retrievers, ages 6 and 2, come in for elective surgical procedures. Both dogs had a history of eating a well-known and popular grain free diet for several years. In one dog, an arrhythmia (irregular heart beat) was detected so an x-ray of his chest was taken. His heart was enlarged, so an echocardiogram was scheduled for that afternoon. An x-ray was also taken of the other dog's chest as a precaution, and his heart was also enlarged. He was able to get an echocardiogram same day, as well.

The reports on both dogs just came back, and both of these gorgeous, otherwise perfectly healthy dogs have Dilated Cardiomyopathy. The cardiologist suspects that in both cases it is related to their diet. Thankfully, this condition was caught early, and when fed a traditional diet, their condition should hopefully reverse. Their cases are being reported to the FDA, along with the thousands of others from across the country.

There is no evidence to support feeding grain-free. Most pet allergies are related to environment (pollens, etc) or protein sources. Grain allergies account for a tiny fraction of all food allergies in dogs. Unfortunately, many dogs are becoming very ill or even dying from eating so-called "BEG" diets (boutique, exotic, grain-free), and the terrible thing is nutritionally mediated dilated cardiomyopathy is 100% preventable. There have been zero reported cases of NMDCM in dogs eating foods that meet WSAVA guidelines, currently made by Purina, Hill's, Iams/Eukanuba, or Royal Canin. We strongly suggest if you are feeding a "BEG" diet that you change your dog over to one of the brands listed above. If you have any questions specifically related to your pet, please call us.

We are so hopeful we caught this disease in time for our two beautiful patients to reverse their disease. Their very caring and dedicated owners have already changed their diet to one that meets WSAVA criteria. The articles below will help explain this disease, WSAVA guidelines, and why grain-free was more marketing than science.

http://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/2018/11/dcm-update/

https://www.wsava.org/WSAVA/media/Arpita-and-Emma-editorial/Selecting-the-Best-Food-for-your-Pet.pdf

http://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/2016/06/grain-free-diets-big-on-marketing-small-on-truth/

https://www.ucdavis.edu/news/dogs-fed-some-popular-diets-could-be-risk-heart-disease/

06/11/2024

Planning a fun trip for the Fourth of July? Don’t fur-get to book a vacay for your pet, too! Give us a call today to book their boarding spot. ✅

06/10/2024

It’s im-paw-tant to protect your pet from this triple threat. 🔎 Fortunately, you can keep your furry friends (and wallet!) protected from these sneaky pests with limited-time, exclusive discounts!

To learn how you can save up to $100 on your next order of preventatives, visit: https://avondalehasletanimalclinic.com/services/wellness-prevention/parasite-prevention

06/04/2024

If you’ve been thinking about adopting a feline friend, Adopt a Cat Month is the purr-fect opportunity! Explore adoptable cats at your local animal shelter and fall in love. 🐈❤️

Did you adopt your cat from a shelter? We would love to hear your stories!

05/31/2024

It’s National Heatstroke Awareness Day. It's getting hot out there, and we want to make sure you’re aware of how you can help prevent heatstroke in your furry friends this summer! ☀️

If you have any questions or are concerned that your pet might be experiencing heatstroke, give us a call immediately.

05/29/2024

Calling all existing clients: fetch a friend and reduce your spend!
Enjoy a $50 credit towards future services when you make a referral (and so will your friend!)
Ask our team for more details. 💭