Trusty Vet - Research Park

01/21/2025

National Hug Your Dog Day is the perfect reason to spoil your pup with love and affection. Let’s see those happy faces!

01/17/2025

It is up to you to be diligent to protect your dog from exposure to these and other toxins possibly accessible in your household. 🐶

01/17/2025

It is up to you to be diligent to protect your cat from exposure to these and other toxins possibly accessible in your household. 🐱

01/14/2025

It’s National Dress Up Your Pet Day! How long does your pet actually keep their costume on? If it’s only a few seconds, that still counts!

Just be sure any pet clothing or costumes fit well and don’t limit your pet’s movement or breathing.

01/13/2025

Our Trusty Vet family is growing!!!! We would like to welcome Destiny(Customer Service Representative) and Hannah (Administrative Assistant). We appreciate having them both part of the Trusty Vet family!!!

01/11/2025

It’s Walk Your Pet Month! Regular walks help improve your pet’s physical and mental health. Time to get moving!

01/10/2025

How is everyone enjoying this beautiful snowy day? Send us your pets photos playing in the snow! As you can see our staff pets are loving it!!!

01/08/2025

Trusty Vet will be closed this coming Friday, January 10th, due to the predicted weather forecast of a winter watch. We plan to reopen during our normal business hours on Monday, January 13th. We will keep you updated on any changes that may arise. If you have any questions or need to pick up refills for your pet, please do so by tomorrow afternoon. We will be contacting clients to reschedule any appointments booked for this coming Friday. We appreciate your understanding of the situation and encourage everyone to stay safe during this chilly weather. If your pet has an emergency, please take them to the nearest emergency clinic.

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01/07/2025

❄️🐾 Winter Pet Care Tips 🐾❄️

As the cold weather settles in, it's important to remember that our furry friends need extra attention to stay safe and comfortable. Here are some key tips for keeping your pets happy and healthy throughout the winter months:

1. Clean Up Anti-Freeze Spills: Anti-freeze is toxic to pets! Be sure to clean up any spills promptly, especially if you're using it in your vehicle or driveway. Pets might be attracted to its sweet smell, but it can be deadly.
2. Dog House Requirements: If your pet must stay outdoors, make sure their dog house meets local regulations. According to city ordinances (Ordinance 18-952, 5-6, Number 9, Letter A, C), a proper dog house should have four sides, a roof, and a floor to provide shelter. And importantly, it should maintain temperatures above 40°F. Don't let your pet suffer in the cold!
3. Straw Over Hay: If your pet spends time outdoors, use straw in their shelter instead of hay. Straw provides better insulation, while hay can retain moisture and become uncomfortable or even harmful in cold weather.
4. Bring Pets Inside: Even if it's just for a short while, try to bring your pets inside during extreme cold spells. A warm spot in the house can make a world of difference, especially on those freezing nights.
5. Know the Signs of Hypothermia: Pets, especially smaller or short-haired breeds, can suffer from hypothermia. Watch for signs such as:
• Shivering or shaking
• Lethargy or weakness
• Slow or irregular breathing
• Stiff muscles or joints
• Pale or discolored gums If you notice any of these symptoms, seek veterinary care immediately.
6. Extra Food and Water: Pets burn extra calories trying to stay warm in winter, so give them a little extra food. Don't forget to provide fresh, unfrozen water at all times. Hydration is just as important in the winter as it is in the summer!
7. Shorter Outside Trips: Keep outdoor walks and playtime short and sweet. Be mindful of how long your pets are exposed to the cold. Quick potty breaks are better than long strolls!
8. Pet Clothes: For smaller or short-haired dogs, consider investing in a cozy sweater or coat to help them stay warm while outside. If your pet tolerates it, booties can also protect their paws from salt and ice.
9. Monitor Older Pets: Senior pets and those with health conditions may be more vulnerable to the cold. Keep them indoors and warm, and consult your vet for additional care recommendations.

Stay warm, and take good care of your four-legged friends this winter! 🐶🐱❤️

01/06/2025

Happy National Cuddle Up Day! Grab your pet and settle in for the coziest day ever.

01/03/2025

Our phone lines are back up and running.

01/03/2025

We are aware that are phone lines are down and are quickly trying to resolve this issue. Please communicate any request through our messaging portal (Pet Page) as needed. If you do not have access to this portal, please go to our website at www.trustyvet.com, and scroll to the bottom of the page, there you will see on the bottom right a tab stating, "Pet Portal". Please either sign-in or sign up to have access to our messaging platform. We apologize the inconvenience.

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01/02/2025

Because cats deserve their own New Year’s celebration! 😺 Celebrate Mew Year for Cats with all their favorite things.

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! May 2025 bring health, happiness, and wagging tails from all of us at Trusty Vet.

12/31/2024

Trusty Vet communication platform has been restored. Thank you for your patience during the downtime. All appointment requests, prescription refill requests, and other services can now resume as normal. As a reminder, Trusty Vet will be closed for the remainder of today, December 31st, 2024, and on New Year's Day, January 1st, 2025. We will resume normal business hours at 7 AM on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025. If your pet has an emergency, please take them to the nearest emergency clinic. Have a Happy New Year! We look forward to continuing to serve you and your pets in the coming year!

12/31/2024

Happy New Year’s Eve! Fireworks might be fun for us, but for pets, they can be stressful. Consider keeping blinds closed and turning on soft music to help ease their anxiety.

12/31/2024

We at Trusty Vet would like to remind all of our wonderful clients that we will be closing early on New Year's Eve at 12 PM today. If your pet experiences an emergency, we strongly recommend taking them to your nearest emergency clinic. Additionally, we want to inform you that our communication platform for requesting appointments and prescription refills is temporarily down. We are working diligently to resolve this issue. If you have any requests for appointments or need to refill your pet's prescription, please email us directly at [email protected] or call us at 256-489-8387. We sincerely appreciate your understanding during this situation. We also wish everyone a happy and safe New Year.

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12/27/2024

We have been privileged to have Kaitlyn, a former veterinary assistant of Trusty Vet, and current 4th year VetMed student at Tuskegee, work with us for her externship for the last month.

We wish her the best of luck in completing her studies and congratulate her on all of her accomplishments thus far, including tackling the huge task of taking the national veterinary board test!

Please join us in sending her on to her next externship in Dallas, and eventual role of veterinarian, with words of encouragement in the comments. We are so proud of you Kaitlyn!!