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12/27/2024

✨Did you know that if you have a pacemaker, you can include it in your Will to be donated to a dog in need after you pass away?
Although pacemakers cannot be used for another human, they can help dogs with heart problems and potentially save their lives. You can arrange for the pacemaker to be sent to a vet of your choice.
Many pacemakers are simply thrown away, and dogs may die because people do not know about this option.
Donating the pacemaker can even save the dog's owner the cost of a new one, which can sometimes make a crucial difference in affording life-saving treatment.
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12/25/2024

12/20/2024

🎄🐾 Happy Holidays from. Valley Veterinary Services! 🐾🎅

This season, we’re wishing you and your furry family members a joyful and safe holiday! Here are a few tips to keep your pets happy and healthy:

✨ Holiday Pet Safety Tips:
•Skip the scraps: Keep rich, fatty, or sugary holiday foods away from your pets.
•Decorate mindfully: Avoid hazardous plants (like poinsettias or mistletoe) and secure your tree and decorations.
•Stress-free celebrations: Provide a quiet space for pets to relax during loud festivities.

🩺 We’re Here for You:
Need advice or care during the holidays? Call us anytime with questions!

Thank you for trusting us with your pet’s health this year! Here’s to a paw-some holiday season and a healthy New Year! 🎅🐶🐱

12/19/2024

12/16/2024

🎄🐾 Holiday Safety Tips for Your Pets 🐾🎅

The holidays are a time for joy, but some seasonal traditions can pose risks to our furry friends. Keep your pets safe with these tips:

🍫 Watch the Treats:
•Keep chocolate, sugar-free candies (xylitol), and rich holiday foods out of reach.
•Secure trash bins to prevent sneaky snacking on harmful leftovers.

🎄 Decorate with Care:
•Avoid toxic plants like poinsettias, holly, and mistletoe.
•Secure your tree to prevent tipping and keep ornaments out of paw’s reach.
•Hide electrical cords to prevent chewing hazards.

🕯️ Mind the Ambiance:
•Keep lit candles out of reach and never leave them unattended.
•Loud celebrations can stress pets—create a quiet, safe space for them to relax.

🎁 Pet-Safe Gifts:
•Choose toys that are safe and free from choking hazards or sharp edges.

🐾 Emergency Plan:
•Know your vet’s holiday hours and keep an emergency contact handy. At Valley Vet Services, we are available for after hours emergencies! Just CALL AND KEEP CALLING until we answer!

Let’s make this season joyful and safe for everyone—two- and four-legged alike! 🐶🐱❤️

12/07/2024

Did you know?? This puts in perspective how important spay and neuter is and how you can help!

12/06/2024

🎄 Keep Your Cat Safe This Holiday Season! 🐾

Cats and Christmas trees can be a dangerous mix! Here are some tips to protect your curious kitty and your festive decor:

🎁 Tree Tips:
•Secure the tree: Anchor it to prevent tipping during feline climbing adventures.
•Avoid toxic trees: Live trees like pines or firs can cause stomach upset if chewed.

🎀 Decorations:
•Skip the tinsel: It’s shiny but dangerous—if swallowed, it can cause serious intestinal blockages.
•Opt for shatterproof ornaments: Hang them higher to keep them out of paw’s reach.
•Watch cords: Hide or cover light cords to prevent chewing.

🧴 Beware of water:
•Tree water may contain fertilizers or bacteria—cover the base to stop your cat from drinking it.

🌟 Distraction is key:
•Provide plenty of toys and scratching posts to keep your cat entertained and away from the tree.

Keep your holidays merry and your fur babies safe! 🐾❤️

12/03/2024

Start planning for your 2025 Equine Breeding! Valley Vet Services can cover all your needs! Call today to schedule!

11/29/2024

🐾 Happy Thanksgiving from Valley Veterinary Services!! 🦃

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for all of you — our wonderful clients and your amazing pets! 🐶🐱 From every wagging tail to each purring cuddle, we’re reminded daily of how lucky we are to be part of your pets’ lives.

🍁 Here are a few Thanksgiving pet safety tips:

Avoid Sharing Table Scraps: Turkey bones, rich foods, and ingredients like onions and garlic aren’t safe for pets.

Watch Out for Decorations: Keep candles and festive plants like lilies and holly out of reach.

Offer Safe Treats: A small amount of plain turkey, pumpkin, or green beans can be a great way to let them join in the feast!

We hope your holiday is full of joy, love, and lots of pet snuggles. 🧡 Tell us in the comments what you’re thankful for this year!

Happy Thanksgiving from the VVS family! 🍂

11/25/2024

🦃 Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips 🦃

Thanksgiving is a time for celebration, but some holiday foods and activities can be dangerous for our furry family members! Keep your pets safe and healthy with these tips:

🍗 Watch the Table Scraps: Turkey bones, fatty foods, and certain seasonings can upset your pet’s stomach or cause serious health issues.

🍫 Avoid Toxic Treats: Chocolate, raisins, grapes, onions, and garlic are harmful to pets. Keep these ingredients out of reach!

🍞 Mind the Bread Dough: Unbaked dough can expand in your pet’s stomach, causing discomfort or worse.

🕯️ Decorate Carefully: Candles, small decorations, and holiday plants (like lilies and poinsettias) can pose risks if chewed or ingested.

🚪 Safe Space: With guests coming and going, make sure your pet has a calm, secure place to retreat from the excitement.

Keep these tips in mind, and have a wonderful, pet-friendly Thanksgiving! 🧡🐾

11/21/2024

Yellowstone fans that are real horse people got a little confusing information on the Sunday, November 17, 2024 episode. This popular show appears to take pride in its western production on being very authentic - yet some how they had a BIG mistake with treating a horse with intramuscular Banamine.

What is the BIG deal? In this Yellowstone episode a horse was administered Banamine (Flunixin Meglumine) intramuscularly. Yet the nonsteroidal, anti-inflammatory is only administered orally (in the mouth) or intravenously (in the vein). Remember Banamine is never recommend to be administered to horses any other way.

Why not? Banamine causes muscle damage when injected intramuscularly! There are spores of bacteria known as clostridium that can rest in healthy muscle; however, the bacteria may awaken if the muscle becomes damaged from an IM injection particularly when Banamine is administered this way. This may cause clostridial myositis - which is a serious and sometimes fatal disease. Post injection signs of a problem would be swelling and a painful injection site with gas underneath the skin. The bacterial toxins may migrate into the bloodstream causing depression, colic, fever and a lose of appetite. Treatment by a licensed DVM is necessary if you make this mistake. Supportive care, antibiotics, and possibly a surgical excision of the infected injected site may be necessary.

This episode of Yellowstone was a good reminder - what is entertaining may not always be real and correct. Check with your equine veterinarian if you are unsure how to administer Banamine.

11/20/2024

❄️ Winter Livestock Care Tips 🐄🐑🐖

Cold weather is here! Keep your livestock healthy and comfortable this winter with these essential tips:

🌾 Nutrition:
•Increase feed to meet higher energy needs for warmth.
•Provide high-quality forage and supplements as needed.

💧 Water:
•Prevent frozen water sources—use heated waterers or check troughs frequently.
•Ensure animals always have access to clean, fresh water.

🏠 Shelter:
•Protect livestock from wind and rain with well-ventilated shelters.
•Use bedding and heat lamps to keep them warm and dry.

🩺 Health Check:
•Watch for signs of frostbite, weight loss, or illness. Call us if you see any concerning signs like coughing, nasal or ocular discharge, fever, off feed or lethargy!
•Ensure vaccinations and deworming are up to date.

🚨 Emergencies:
•Keep emergency supplies on hand, including blankets and a first-aid kit.
•Have a plan for power outages or extreme weather.

Stay proactive and help your animals thrive this winter! 🐾💙

11/17/2024

Parvo Season is here! Read this very important info about parvovirus in dogs!

🚨 Important: Protect Your Dog from Canine Parvovirus (Parvo)! 🚨

Parvovirus is a highly contagious and potentially deadly disease that affects dogs, especially puppies. Here’s what you need to know:

🐾 Symptoms:
• Severe vomiting and diarrhea (often bloody)
• Lethargy and weakness
• Loss of appetite
• Fever or low body temperature

🐾 Prevention is Key:
• Vaccinate your dog! Puppies need a full vaccine series starting at 6-8 weeks old.
• Keep unvaccinated puppies away from public places or other dogs until fully vaccinated.
• Disinfect areas where an infected dog has been—parvo can survive in the environment for months.

🐾 If You Suspect Parvo:
Contact your vet immediately! Early treatment can save lives.

Help us spread the word—share this post to protect our furry friends! 🐶❤️