Littleton Veterinary Clinic

12/16/2024

We will be closed for the following holidays:
Christmas Eve 12/24
Christmas Day 12/25
New Years Eve 12/31
New Years Day 1/1

Thank you and we can't wait to see you and your furry friends in the new year!

11/07/2024

We will be closed Friday11/8/2024 due to snow. We are sorry for any inconvenience that this may cause. We will be back in the office for normal business hours next week. Hope everyone has a wonderful snowy weekend ❄️

10/11/2024

For a limited-time only, buy a combination of BRAVECTO (fluralaner) and SENTINEL Brand Products from our clinic and get instant rebates worth up to $100.*† Offer ends November 8th, 2024. Call to book your appointment.

10/11/2024

We have had the cutest little babies come into the clinic this week!🥰

09/24/2024

~CLOSED ON FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH~

Littleton Veterinary Clinic will be closed on Friday, September 27th. We will back to normal business hours on Monday September 30th.
We are sorry for the inconvenience!

08/28/2024

🇺🇸🐾 CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY 🐾🇺🇸

Littleton Veterinary Clinic will be closed on Monday, September 2nd, 2024 in observance of Labor Day. We will back to normal business hours on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024!

Wishing all of you a safe and happy holiday weekend!

07/16/2024

Spaying and neutering pets; risks and recommendations.

Conversations are ongoing among veterinarians about when and whether to sterilize pets, and how to balance societal interests with the benefits and risks to individual animals. These resources can help you guide clients in making the best decision for their pets.

07/10/2024

🐾 Exciting News from Littleton Veterinary Clinic! 🐾
🚨 Introducing Urgent Care Services! 🚨
We are thrilled to announce that Littleton Veterinary Clinic is now offering Urgent Care for your beloved pets! We understand that urgent care needs can happen at any time, which is why our dedicated team is here to provide immediate medical attention when your pet needs it most.
What We Offer:
• Prompt attention for sudden illnesses and injuries
• Dedicated veterinarians and caring staff
• State-of-the-art facilities for comprehensive care
• Compassionate treatment in urgent situations
Why Choose Us? At Littleton Veterinary Clinic, we prioritize your pet's well-being. During business hours, we will prioritize your sick pet’s needs.
Contact Us Today: Don't hesitate to reach out if your pet requires urgent care. Call us at 303-798-3447. Our team is ready to help!
🐈Littleton Veterinary Clinic - Caring for Pets, Because They're Family 🐈‍⬛

07/02/2024

🎇🎆🇺🇸 CLOSED FOR 4TH OF JULY! 🎇🎆🇺🇸

Littleton Veterinary Clinic will be closed on Thursday July 4th in observance of Independence Day. We will be back to normal business hours on Friday July 5th!

Wishing all of you a safe and happy 4th of July!

07/02/2024

Celebrating the 4th of July and enjoying fireworks is a must every summer, but some of our pets might not think so! 🎆🐾🎇

Please read this article for tips on how to help your furry friend! If you have further questions or need to discuss calming medications, please call our office at (303) 798-3447! We'd be happy to help! 🐾

Do you have an anxious pooch that spends July 4th under the bed or howling with fear? You're not alone. Check out our best tips for how to help your dog deal with loud noises such as fireworks.
https://bit.ly/3ywHdE0

06/24/2024

Summer is here, and so are warm temperatures! ☀️ As the summer heat settles, it is important to think of our furry friends and what warm temperatures mean for them on walks! Always keep their paws safe by checking the pavement temperature before going on a walk. If it is too hot for you, it is too hot for your dog! 🔥🐾

Please read this article on how quickly hot asphalt can affect your furry friend's paws! Doing the "seven second test" can be helpful -- place the back of your hand on the asphalt for 7 seconds! If the back of your hand can't stand the heat, then it's too hot for a walk!

https://www.ellevetsciences.com/pet-care/hot-pavement-preventing-and-treating-pad-burn-in-dogs/

06/24/2024

Enjoying the beautiful Colorado outdoors with our pets is something that we all adore doing! But stay cautious of rattlesnakes! Please read this great article on snake bites, remedies, and information on what to do was your pet to get bitten!

If you are interested in getting your pet vaccinated for the Rattlesnake vaccine, please call us at (303) 798-3447 to discuss it further with our medical team! 🐶🐍🐾

Wondering how to treat a snake bite on a dog? Snake bites on dogs can be an emergency that requires immediate attention. Take the right course of action by learning how to treat a snake bite on a dog. We look at options for prevention, emergency first aid, and the process for treatment at an emergen...

06/06/2024

Miss Jazz got all the cuddles from Dr. Cody and our technicians Courtney and Sky! Can you tell her mom is a groomer? You look fabulous princess! 🩷🐾

06/03/2024

🐾💥JUNE 2024 SPECIAL – Free In House heartworm/tick born disease testing (4DX) with the purchase of a year’s worth of heartworm prevention and 6 months of flea/tick prevention! 💥🐾

Why should my dog get a 4DX test?

Ticks and mosquitoes are out to bite our dogs, and us, whether we want to or not! And they can transmit diseases to both us and our furry friends. Testing and prevention is important since the chance of transmission is increasing each year due to the growing tick population and warmer climate.

Having a 4DX test performed is part of our clinic’s annual health testing. But what does it test for exactly? The 4DX test is a quick and simple blood test that screens for four diseases that affect dogs: Heartworm, Lyme, Anaplasma and Ehrlichia.

During the month of June, Littleton Veterinary Clinic will be offering a free 4DX testing with the purchase of 12 months of heartworm prevention AND 6 months of flea/tick prevention!
To be eligible for this special, all pets must have had a wellness exam within the past 12 months.

Please call our office at (303) 798-3447 to schedule your dog’s 4DX test! Let’s keep our pets protected!

For more information on 4DX and the diseases it tests for, please feel free to contact the clinic or visit the following links:

Heartworm disease –
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=11942142
Lyme disease –
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952009
Anaplasma –
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=6191808
Ehrlichia –
https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952341
4DX –
https://ca.idexx.com/en-ca/veterinary/snap-tests/snap-4dx-plus-test/

05/23/2024

🇺🇸🐾 CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY 🐾🇺🇸

Littleton Veterinary Clinic will be closed on Monday May 27th in observance of Memorial Day.

We will be back to normal business hours on Tuesday May 28th.

We hope that you and your pets enjoy the holiday!

05/22/2024

Mister Charley getting cuddles from our veterinary assistant, Sky! At that time, he did not realize he had been dropped off for his neuter surgery! 😂 The team adores you sweet boy! ❤️🐾

05/22/2024

🐾💉Canine Leptospirosis💉🐾

Leptospirosis is an infectious disease that causes serious illness in dogs, other animals, and people. The disease is caused by spiral-shaped bacteria called leptospires that live in water or warm, wet soil.

Initial signs of leptospirosis include fever, lethargy, and lack of appetite. Left untreated, it can develop into a more severe, life-threatening illness that affects the kidneys, liver, brain, lungs, and heart.

TRANSMISSION

Transmission of leptospirosis can occur through direct contact or indirectly through environmental exposure.
• Leptospires enter the body through mucous membranes in the mouth, eyes, or nose, or through abraded or water-softened skin.
• Leptospires multiply in a host animal’s bloodstream.
• Leptospires move from the bloodstream to the kidneys and other tissues to continue reproducing.
• Leptospires pass from the kidneys into the urine; then are shed back into the environment.
• Other dogs, wild animals, or people can become infected through direct or indirect contact.

CLINICAL SIGNS

• Fever
• Lethargy
• Weight loss
• Anorexia
• Depression
• Acute renal failure
• Jaundice
• Abdominal discomfort
• Vomiting and diarrhea
• Blood in urine is uncommon, but may occur
• Respiratory distress

DOGS AT RISK

Dogs at risk for developing leptospirosis include those with:
• Access to ponds, lakes, streams, or standing water
• Exposure to urine from other infected animals, including:
• Other dogs in shelters or other pet care facilities
• Wildlife (e.g. rodents, racoons, opossum, deer), either through direct contact with urine or through contaminated water

SPREADING DISEASE

• Infected dogs can enter a carrier state
• Organisms may persist in the kidney and be shed in the urine for weeks to months
• Other dogs, wild animals, and humans can become infected from direct or indirect contact with these leptospires that were shed into the environment

All dogs who go outside in Colorado should be vaccinated for Leptospirosis annually. If there are any concerns about whether or not your dog should get this vaccine, please call our front desk at (303) 798-3447! 🐾

05/20/2024

🐾 Happy National Rescue Dog Day! 🐾

It's a special Monday as we celebrate the day dedicated to our lovable rescues. We want to hear your successful rescue stories! Share a photo and tell us about you and your rescue animal in the comments below. ❤️

Monday is National Rescue Dog Day. Share photos of your rescue pup! 🐶 ⬇