Blair Animal Hospital

01/04/2025

for National Trivia Day! 😺​

Did you know that cats can make over 100 different sounds? Their vocal cords are incredibly flexible, allowing them to communicate with us in so many ways.

If you have a favorite pet fact, share it with us in the comments!

01/02/2025

Keeping your pet active during the colder months can be tricky, but maintaining a healthy weight is crucial for their overall wellness. ​

For our dog patients, we recommend indoor tug-of-war, indoor fetch, and interactive toys. ​

For our cat patients, additional cardboard boxes never hurt – along with laser pointers, birdwatch stations, and interactive toys. ​

What are some indoor activities your pet loves to engage with? Share with us in the comments!​

12/31/2024

🎉 New Year, New Pawsibilities! 🎉

Part of our 2025 resolutions is to keep those tails wagging and whiskers twitching all year long.

What’s your pet’s New Year’s resolution? Share in the comments below!

12/31/2024

Piggy was one of our last patients for 2024! Reminder, we closed at 12 PM today and will reopen Thursday (January 2nd) at 8:00 AM.

12/30/2024

Our hospital will be closed for emergencies tonight (Monday) from 7pm-7am and again tomorrow night (Tuesday) from 7pm-7am. We apologize for this unfortunate situation.
If you are in need of emergency care, please call our hospital to speak to a technician for further instructions.

The following practices could also provide emergency services:

CP VETS (State College) 814-237-4670
AVETS (Monroeville) 412-373-4200
PVSEC (Pttsburgh) 412-366-3400
SHORES (Harrisburg) 717-798-8500
C.A.R.E.S. (Langhorne) 215-750-2774

We apologize for any inconvenience,
the staff at VCA Metzger Animal Hospital

12/27/2024

RECALL ALERT - The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is alerting pet owners that samples of Northwest Naturals brand 2lb Turkey Recipe raw & frozen pet food tested positive for a H5N1 strain of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) virus.

Northwest Naturals, a Portland, Oregon-based company, is voluntarily recalling its Northwest Naturals brand 2lb Feline Turkey Recipe raw & frozen pet food. The recalled product is packaged in 2-pound plastic bags with “Best if used by” dates of 05/21/26 B10 and 06/23/2026 B1. The product was sold nationwide through distributors in AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MD, MI, MN, PA, RI and WA in the United States, and British Columbia in Canada. More information: https://bit.ly/3Pd7OgN

12/26/2024

It may not have been a feline billiards set, but we’d love to know – what did your pet get for the holidays?

Share it with us in the comments!

12/24/2024

Share this post if your holiday spirit is just like this Chihuahua’s!

Happy howlidays to our pet patients and their humans. We hope you have a wonderfur time with your friends & family!

12/21/2024

The holidays are a time of joy and excitement, but they can also bring chaos and stress, increasing the chances of a pet emergency.

❄️ Check out our tips and share this post to help promote a safe holiday season!

More on this here: https://bit.ly/4fd37yE

12/20/2024

12/19/2024

Routine physical exams are great for checking your pet’s heart, lungs, eyes, and ears, but what about their internal health?

Annual blood panels help us assess internal health including liver and kidney function, metabolic disease, and blood counts. Diagnostic tests provide valuable insight into changes in their health over time and allow us to identify illnesses early which can lead to faster treatment and often a better prognosis

💉 Schedule your pet’s wellness exam with us so we can run blood panels and help keep your pet healthy as can be!

12/17/2024

With the holiday season in full effect, we know that there may be treats on your pet’s wish list. We also know that you are likely tired of the toothbrushing battle. Which is why we recommend dental treats!
Dental treats are a great way to reduce the severity of periodontal disease.

We urge our pet parents to look for the VOHC Seal of Acceptance and to avoid hard treats such as synthetic or natural bones.

12/14/2024

✈️ We know that flying is a common stressor for humans and pets. If you and your pet are traveling this holiday season, check out our top 5 tips to help make travel as comfortable as possible:

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4hefNal

Share this post to help out other pets and their humans!

12/12/2024

Tis' the season for joy, cheer, and...vaccinations! 💉

Your pet's health is the best gift you can give this holiday season. Schedule their annual check-up or vaccinations today.

12/10/2024

The holiday season is now in full swing, which brings excitement, but for male cats, it can also bring extra stress—and with it, a higher risk of Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD).

If your cat seems to be urinating more frequently, straining, or showing signs of discomfort, it could be a sign of FLUTD.

Simple steps like creating a quiet, cozy space or using pheromone sprays, can help reduce stress.

Our clinic is here to help! We can provide a thorough review of your cat’s health and offer guidance on environmental changes to keep them calm. Contact us today!

12/07/2024

Your pet told us their holiday wish list – and boy were they creative!🦴 🎁

What will you be gifting to your pets this holiday season? Don’t worry, we won’t tell them…

12/04/2024

RECALL ALERT - Blue Ridge Beef is voluntarily recalling their 2-pound log Puppy Mix due to a contamination of Salmonella.

Lot Numbers: 08/06/N25 & 08/16/N25
UPC: 854298001696

These products were packaged in clear plastic and sold primarily in retail stores located in the States of: Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, & New York. More information: https://bit.ly/4giWTh0

12/02/2024

There are certain services your pet needs to stay healthy – blood screenings, vaccines, and more. ​
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Introducing Happy Healthy Pets™ Care Plans, affordably bundled essential services to help you save. Plus, save an additional $49.95 on initial enrollment fee when you enroll by Saturday, November 30, 2024 using offer code WELCOME24.​

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