Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic

07/03/2024

Happy Fourth of July! We will be open all day on Thursday, July 4th. We are here when you need us!

06/02/2024

05/23/2024

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We are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our phone lines, and they are temporarily down. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and patience as we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

In the meantime, please feel free to reach us through the following alternatives:

Email: [email protected]
Direct Messages (DM) on Facebook
Our website's contact form: https://pvecvets.com/
We will keep you updated on the situation and notify you as soon as our phones are back up and running.

05/17/2024

Wesson came to visit us when his family noticed he suddenly began to vomit after coming inside from his potty break. After taking radiographs we were able to see that Wesson ate something he should not have, but did not know what it was initially! Wesson was hospitalized for 24 hours with aggressive fluid therapy, anti-nausea medications, pain medications and more. Repeat radiographs were performed, but there were no changes in his radiographs. Wesson had an exploratory surgery performed and we found a large amount of compact and dense sand material. We were able to remove this material and Wesson made a smooth recovery afterwards!
Wesson is here to share his story and remind pet parents to keep a close on eye on their furry friends and to remind the furry friends that the poor choice of snacks is not worth the cone of shame!

04/17/2024

Oakley is here to remind everyone that this week is Pet ID Week! Did you know that nearly 6.5 million pets enter into shelters as strays every year? Only 710,000 of these "stray" pets are returned to their families.
Microchips and collar ID tags are two of the ways we can keep our furry friends safe if they were to ever get separated unexpectedly. If your pets have microchips and/or collar ID tags, take some time this week to make sure that all of the listed information is updated!

04/14/2024

Daphne visited us recently after her family noticed that she was not feeling well and was vomiting and having diarrhea. Thankfully, after performing bloodwork and radiographs we were able to make a treatment plan for Daphne to get her feeling better! Daphne was definitely practicing her puppy dogs eyes that she was going to later use to get extra kisses and belly rubs at home. Do you think they worked?

04/12/2024

Meet Bruno! Bruno visited us recently after his family noticed that he wasn't acting like himself. Bruno took "cat nap" to a whole new level after his diagnostics were performed. Bruno was able to go home with treatments and medications and was feeling better in no time!
Bruno also went home with a new kitty bed to take all of the cat naps his heart desired while he was on the road to recovery. ❤️🐈

03/30/2024

Carrot is here to remind everyone that we will be open all day on Easter Sunday! We hope that everyone is able to spend time with friends and family during this holiday!

02/22/2024

Today is National Walking the Dog Day! Try and set aside a few minutes today and dedicate them to taking your furry companion for a walk. Walking with our pets helps not only helps create a bond, but is a great source of exercise and enrichment! Share some of your favorite walking adventure pictures in the comments!

02/20/2024

Yolanda is here to wish everyone a happy National Boston Terrier day! If you have a Boston Terrier in your family, share some pictures of those goofy loving faces in the comments.

02/14/2024

Huey wore his best bowtie to ask if you would be his valentine?

02/12/2024

Athena wants to know what everyone's mood is like this Monday morning? Athena was nothing but smiles and kisses during her recent visits at Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic. We are happy to hear that Athena is recovering well at home with her family after being hospitalized!

02/11/2024

Carrot has his best game face on for Super Bowl Sunday! The team at Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic hopes everyone has a spectacular game day. 🏈 🏈

02/09/2024

Luca wanted to remind everyone to stay hydrated! Luca was seen recently for vomiting and diarrhea. After running diagnostics test and getting a treatment plan together, Luca was feeling better in no time. Luca had to show off his sink drinking skills before leaving!

01/25/2024

Vaccines are incredibly important and necessary to help protect your pets from contagious and/or fatal diseases. After your pets receive their vaccines, it is common to notice mild and short lasting side effects. These side effects can include one or more of the following:
- Lethargy
-Tenderness of the injection(s) site
-Mild fever

Uncommonly, there is the possibility of allergic reactions. Signs your pet may be having an allergic reaction after receiving their vaccines are:
-Swelling around the eyes, nose, neck and/or face
-Hives
-Persistent vomiting or diarrhea

If you notice your pet having any of these symptoms, bring them to be seen by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Athena visited us last night for an allergic reaction after being vaccinated earlier in the day. Athena received treatments for this reaction and was feeling better in no time (with the help of complementary snuggles)! If your pet has had an allergic reaction after receiving vaccines, speak to your primary care veterinarian about premedicating prior to vaccines.

01/18/2024

Meet Yogi! Yogi gave his family a big scare after choking on a large piece of food that he had eaten. Thankfully, Yogis family rushed him in and the team worked quickly to place Yogi under anesthesia and secure his airway while working to remove the food that was stuck in his esophagus. Yogi was hospitalized with oxygen therapy, IV fluids, additional medications and was able to go home in less than 24 hours!

Choking events are scary, but thankfully rare. If you believe that your dog is choking, follow the steps below.

CHECK THE MOUTH:
Please do not perform this step if you feel you are at risk of your pet biting you. If you can feel the object under their jaw, position your pet on their back and attempt to push the object towards the mouth with your thumbs prior to attempting to clear it from the mouth.
Carefully open your pet’s mouth to see if you can identify what is causing them to choke. If you see the object, try to move it to one side with your finger. If the object is movable, you may be able to gently remove it.
Sometimes, you may be able to move the object enough to allow your dog to breathe, but not enough to remove it. If this is the case, quickly bring your pet in as the object might have to be surgically removed.

CANINE HEMLICH:
The Canine Heimlich maneuver is similar to the Heimlich for humans. The biggest difference is that you should first put your dog into a wheelbarrow-like position, with their mouth down towards the ground and their back legs up.
After you have your pet in the proper position, put your hands around your dog’s abdomen and press under their ribs, moving up and forward, five times. Finally, stand your dog on all fours again and tap them between the shoulder blades firmly, five times.
If your pet still seems to be choking, if they have lost consciousness at any point during the event, these are all indicators that they needs to be seen right away.

BRING YOUR PET IN:
Even if you believe you have removed what caused your dog to choke, you should bring your pet in to be seen. Our Veterinarians can check your pet for any remaining pieces of the object as well as any lasting symptoms or effects of the situation.

01/16/2024

We had the pleasure of meeting Blossom this weekend after she indulged in chocolate truffles. Blossoms family quickly brought her in after discovering her late night snack choices and we were able to induce vomiting and recover all of the chocolate she had eaten. Blossom dreamt of the chocolate as she received subcutaneous fluids, antinausea medications and probiotics to prevent any gastrointestinal upset.
Chocolate ingestion in dogs is on the list of the top 10 calls for Pet Poison Helpline yearly. If your furry friend chooses chocolate or any other harmful foods as a snack, please call Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661 and us so we can help you and your companions stay healthy and safe!

01/02/2024

Frenchie B started the New Year with a bang! Frenchie B brought 5 baby boys into the world on New Years Day and was the proudest momma. I mean, just look at that smile!

12/30/2023

Say hi to Dean! Dean came in this afternoon after being a daredevil at home and fracturing a growth plate. Dean was incredibly brave while getting his leg splinted and we are wishing him a speedy recovery!

12/30/2023

As the New Year rolls around and new goals are made, our goal is to continue to provide the best care for our patients and clients! We will be open all day New Years day! #2024

12/29/2023

Oakley, R***r and Huey showing you their take on lessening the upcoming firework noises. Although their take on it is cute, it likely not going to be effective for them. The loud booms and bright lights of fireworks can be incredibly stressful for our pets. This stress can lead to harmful events such as destructive behavior and even trying to escape their yard!

Some signs of noise anxiety may be:
Pacing
Restlessness
Lip Licking
Panting
Hiding
Overly affectionate
Vocalizing
Yawning

If you are noticing these behaviors you can always reach out to your primary care vet and consult about anxiety medications to help your furry friends have a peaceful holiday. You may also find success in creating a safe place in your home for them - a quiet room away from windows and white noise playing in the background. This safe place should include some of their favorite toys, blankets and beds.
We hope that you and your furry friends have a safe and peaceful holiday season!

12/25/2023

Just a special reminder that will be open all day on Christmas Day! 🎄

In the case of an emergency, we are here when you need us.
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12/08/2023

On Friday, December 8th, we will be closed in the evening to celebrate Christmas with our team at our annual Christmas party. Our team works hard all year long and we appreciate your understanding as we take the time to honor their commitment and celebrate this season. 🎄

We will reopen on Saturday, December 9th at 8:00 am. If your furry friend has an emergency, Veterinary Healthcare Associates (VHA) located at 3025 Dundee Road, Winter Haven, FL 33884, will be available to assist you. VHA can be reached at (863) 324-3340 or vhavets.com.

12/06/2023

The holidays are right around the corner and our furry feline friends are on the prowl for some new toys. With a plethora of toys available lets go over a few safety tips! Avoid toys with strand-like material such as string or feathers that have the potential to separate and be ingested. Other items such as fishing line, electrical cords, rubber bands, packing peanuts and plastic bags are commonly found by these mischievous kitties, but should be kept out of reach! To ensure your feline friend is as safe as possible, be mindful of the environment where they are playing. Items such as wall mirrors and pictures have the potential to fall during playtime zoomies.
It is important to remember that feline safe toys do not have to be an expensive endeavor! Items such as ping pong balls, cardboard boxes and paper bags (without handles) can be enjoyable for your kitty and your wallet!
You might notice that your cats bore easily, but do not fret! There are battery operated toys that move or wiggle to capture your cat's attention. Cat trees also provide a great opportunity for hide and seek play if you have multiple cats.

Keeping your kitties safe will ensure that it's the meow-st wonderful time of the year!

12/06/2023

Banner visited Parkway Veterinary Emergency clinic on Sunday after chewing on his moms inhaler. Banner's favorite guilty pleasure snack at home are Legos and we suspect that he thought his moms inhaler was a large bright red lego. Most inhalers contain the active ingredient Albuterol. These inhalers hold an average of 200 doses of Albuterol in a pressurized can which can easily be punctured and deliver all of these doses at once.
Common signs of albuterol toxicity are
-Lethargy
-Vomiting
-Rapid heart rate
-Heart Arrhythmias
-Abnormal blood pressure (low or high)
-Drooling
-Large pupils
-Electrolyte abnormalities

Banner suffered from almost every symptom listed above, but he was not able to walk or move on his own. Banner was quickly hospitalized after reviewing his bloodwork results and his physical exam findings. The team quickly worked on Banners treatments, correcting his electrolytes, using proper medications to control his heart arrhythmias and tachycardia, and working towards getting him walking again.
Banner was on constant EKG and Blood pressure monitoring, electrolytes being monitored every 2 hours, two different constant rate infusions of medications to control a number of side effects, heat support and physically moving Banner to ensure he was not in one position or on one side for too long. Given that Banner had hands on him at all times, we rearranged our treatment area to make him his own castle.
9 hours after Banner was admitted he was carried outside in an attempt to entice him to walk. Once Banner was set down in the grass… he walked! Banner took a long and very needed potty break and was strong enough to walk back inside on his own.
Banner transferred to his primary care vet on Monday morning and continued to do well. Electrolytes normalized, heart rate and rhythm normalized, and he continued to regain his strength and take more frequent potty breaks.
On Tuesday... Banner went home! His family is thrilled to have him home after three long days.

If you are ever concerned about your pet being exposed or ingesting a toxic substance, please immediately contact Pet Poison Helpline and the team at Parkway Veterinary Emergency Clinic.

12/05/2023

With the holidays approaching you will notice aisles and aisles of dog chew toys, but there are a few things to remember in regards to safety.

The Fingernail Test - When the chew toy has slight pressure applied with a fingernail, it should leave a small indentation in the toy.

The Kneecap Test - If striking your knee with the toy is painful, you likely do not want your pup chewing on this.

The Stress Test - When the toy is bent, it should give or flex slightly.

The Size Test - Ensure that toys are appropriately sized for your pets. These toys should not fit entirely in your pups mouth - this is to ensure that they are not choking hazards.

Safe Chew Toys Unsafe Chew Toys

Kongs Raw Hides
Toppls Raw/Cooked Bones
Frozen Veggies or Fruits Animal Parts (Antlers, Hooves, ears)

While our furry friends enjoy being spoiled with new gifts and toys, it is crucial that they are monitored while playing with these goodies.
There are a few types of chewers:

The Inhaler - Who needs a Hoover when you have one of these? Got a new toy? Now you see it, now you don’t.

The Shredder - It is their life mission to destroy any toy in their sight.

The Lover - These kiddos are gentle with their toys and treats. There is typically no need to worry about toys scattered around your house.

We always encourage providing enrichment for your pups and we hope that these tips help do so in a safe way!

11/23/2023

A time to give thanks, a time to enjoy family and friends, and a time to savor all of life's delicious moments. Let this be full of laughter, love, and of course plenty of amazing food!

11/20/2023

As Thanksgiving is approaching and the puppy dog eyes are being perfected, let's talk about safe and unsafe goodies for our furry friends during the holidays.

11/12/2023

November is Pet Diabetes Month and we’re doing our part to spread awareness! Help us share the importance of taking preventative measures and early diagnosis, and make sure your furry family members stay healthy. Listed below are a few of the signs to be aware of!
-Excessive water consumption and increased urination.
-Weight loss, even though there may be an increased appetite.
-Decreased appetite.
-Cataracts "cloudy" eyes (Canine specific).
-Chronic or recurring infections (including skin and urinary tract infections).
-Weakness.
*This list is not a comprehensive list of symptoms associated with diabetes, and any pet who is experiencing new or changed clinical signs should be evaluated by a veterinarian.

11/11/2023

Today, we honor the brave men and women of our armed forces who have served us and made sacrifices for our nation.