Keep your kitties safe this Halloween!
Sooo excited to treat our inaugural Urgent Care patient tonight. We are so grateful to diagnose Mr. Ozzy (yes, as in Osbourne) with neck pain and provide him some pain relief! We have been caring for this handsome man for 10 years, when we diagnosed and treated him for heartworm disease. Feel better Ozzy, and rock on!
🆘 When something urgent pops up, what should go to emergency, and what should come to urgent care? 😮 Roxy is happy to help direct you to the right place. Livermore Family Pet Hospital is proud to offer urgent care services every Friday from 5pm to midnight. Check out our urgent care web page at https://bit.ly/3TYaUbl get find more information!
Microchips for pets is a huge help when it comes to disaster relief for families in some locations, and it helps so much more than only that. Approximately 10 million pets are lost or stolen every year. More than 80% of missing pets are never found. Microchip are one of the successful methods, along with newspaper ads, tracking tags, and GPS trackers. If you need a microchip, reach out to your vet today.
Hi! September is disaster preparedness month. Here in California, we are no strangers to disasters, such as fires and earthquakes. Many of us have emergency packs, but are you ready for any of these situations happening with your pet?
Some of the top tips from the American Red Cross is…
1. If it is not safe for you to stay in your home during an emergency, it’s not safe for them either!
2. Include supplies for your pet in your emergency kit, or assemble an emergency kit for your pets.
3. Make an evacuation plan for you and your pets. Many hotels and shelters do not accept animal guests, other than service animals.
Your disaster kit should include:
* Sturdy leashes, harnesses and/or carriers to transport pets safely and ensure that they can’t escape.
* Food, drinking water, bowls, cat litter/pan and a manual can opener if your pet eats canned food.
* Medications and copies of medical records stored in a waterproof container.
* A first aid kit. A fully stocked home kid can carry everything needed for a pet first aid kit.
* Current photos of you with your pet(s) in case they get lost. Since many pets look alike, this will help to eliminate mistaken identity and confusion. (Not pictured)
* Information on feeding schedules, medical conditions, behavior problems, and the name and number of your veterinarian in case you have to foster or board your pets.
* Pet beds and toys, if easily transportable.
Disasters can be scary. Where you are likely feeling anxious, so is your pet. An anxious pet may be experiencing some disorientation, or even fear related defensive actions or aggressions. Keep an eye on your pet and try to protect them from the things that can hurt them, or create more fear, anxiety and stress. If able, consult your veterinarian if any behavioral problems persist.
Thank you for tuning in, and remember.. Your pet means the world to you, and that means the world to us. Like and Follow!
😻 We love seeing a cat so comfortable in being at the vet. Thanks for visiting us Jasper! ❤️
Miss Bella has a new lease on life thanks to Solensia, a monoclonal antibody therapy for arthritis. We finally have a great therapeutic option for our perry friends! Does your kitty hesitate before jumping? Do they climb up the furniture with their claws, or take long routes to get to their favorite spot? Are their litter habits changing? Have they stopped grooming, or sharpening their claws? Did they stop playing? Do they take stairs slowly, or hesitate to jump down?
These are all signs of arthritis, which can happen in our feline friends as early as 6 to 8 years.
Ask us about Solensia today!
Keep fleas out of your fur-ever home!
🚫 Don't let these tiny pests make themselves at home in your house. Keep your indoor and outdoor pets protected with year-round preventives, and show fleas the door with a tidy home and basic routine.
Vacuum regularly, wash bedding and toys in hot water, and declutter to create an unwelcoming environment for fleas. Keep your pets and home flea-free all year round! #FleaFreeHome #PetProtection #HealthyPets
🌳 Keep your furry friend's outdoor space pest-free with these easy steps! 🐾
Ticks and other parasites love a natural landscape, but with a few changes, you can make your yard less appealing to them.
Here's what you can do:
- Cut the grass
- Trim weeds and overgrowth
- Relocate wood piles
- Remove wildlife feeding stations
- Clean up pet food left outdoors
By doing these simple things, you'll create a yard that pests won't want to visit! Keep your pet happy, healthy, and free from parasites! 💪
Paws up, pet parents! Keeping our furry friends healthy and parasite-free is a top priority. Don't wait until it's too late, start performing regular nose-to-tail inspections to keep your pet protected.
Whether it's once a week or after outdoor activity, take the time to check their tail base, ears, eyes, armpits, abdomen, and under the tail for any unwanted visitors.
Basic grooming, such as brushing and combing your pet's coat, can also help you catch any fleas or ticks and give you an opportunity to assess your pet's overall health. If you do find any, remove the tick with tweezers and dispose of it right away.
Make sure to keep up with your pet's preventive doses and contact a Veterinarian if you have any concerns. Let's keep our fur-buddies happy and healthy 🐾 #PetHealth #ParasitePrevention
Fleas and ticks are a year-round threat, and while completely eradicating them may not be possible, you can minimize their impact on your pet.
The key to success is a multi-pronged approach that includes veterinary-approved preventives, environmental management, and year-round pet health vigilance.
Keep your pet on year-round flea and tick prevention. These preventatives work by either repelling fleas and ticks or killing them when they bite your pet.
It's important to note that fleas and ticks don't have an off-season, so administering these preventatives year-round is crucial.
Do you have a pet that is willing to play dress up? 🦸♂️ Share a pic of your pet in their favorite costume! 😻🐶
