K9CareLBK

03/21/2025

🌟 Thank You, Abigail! 🌟
Today, we want to shine a spotlight on our wonderful independent contractor, Abigail!
🌼🐾 Your unwavering dedication, respect, and reliability in caring for all the pets mean the world to us.
Abigail, you go above and beyond to ensure every furry friend feels loved and safe, and we can’t thank you enough for that! 💖 Your respectful nature and commitment have brought so much peace of mind to our pet parents, and we truly appreciate everything you do!
Here’s to you and the amazing bond you create with the pets in your care! 🐶🐱 Thank you for being such an invaluable part of our team!

03/15/2025

A veterinarian encourages pet owners to secure their fences and make sure contact information on collars and microchips is up to date, ahead of Friday's high winds.

03/09/2025

The Importance of a Cat Carrier – A Hard Lesson Learned
Cat owners, I need to talk to you about something incredibly important: bringing your cat to the clinic safely.

Several months ago, a client arrived at our clinic carrying her 17-year-old cat in her arms. She assured us her cat was calm and had never once tried to escape. But as she reached the clinic door, a car sped by. The sudden noise startled the cat, and in a split second, she jumped out of the owner’s arms and ran off.

Despite searching everywhere, the owner never found her cat.

I cannot stress this enough: no matter how calm, old, or well-behaved your cat is, never bring them to the vet without a secure carrier.

Here’s why:

🚗 Loud Noises & Sudden Movements – A slamming car door, barking dog, or unexpected noise can send even the calmest cat into full panic mode.

🐕 Loose or Leashed Dogs – Many dogs come to the vet on leashes or in carriers. Even the friendliest dog can startle a cat, and an unrestrained cat may react by bolting.

🏃‍♂️ Unpredictable Cat Behavior – Even if your cat is normally fine being held, fear can override trust. Once they jump and take off, they are nearly impossible to catch.

🏡 Losing Your Cat for Good – If your cat escapes in an unfamiliar area, they may not know how to find their way home. The risk of them getting lost, injured, or worse is incredibly high.

I know carriers can be a struggle. But they protect your pet. If your cat hates the carrier, try:

✅ Leaving it out at home with a blanket inside so they get used to it.
✅ Using pheromone sprays like Feliway to help keep them calm.
✅ Placing treats or food inside before trips so they associate it with something positive.
✅ Covering the carrier with a towel during transport to reduce stress.

At the end of the day, a cat carrier isn’t just for convenience—it’s a lifesaving necessity. Please, for your cat’s safety, always use one.

03/07/2025

03/04/2025

Who needs a smooch? 😍

03/03/2025

What???!!! It is Monday already??????

03/02/2025

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02/24/2025

Lubbock Animal Services will be hosting a free vaccine clinic this Saturday for City of Lubbock Residents. This clinic will cater to both dogs and cats, and all vaccines will be free of charge. DHPP will be provided for dogs, FVRCP for cats, and a Rabies vaccine and microchips will be available to both dogs and cats! There is not a limit to how many animals can be vaccinated per household, so bring all of your critters🐾

This event starts at 8 a.m. and will go until noon.

02/03/2025

Founded by Dr. Carl Clary, Dr. Eric Cunningham, Dr. Shelli Wolfe.

Walk-In appointments welcome 7 days a week!

01/30/2025

I hope we're all greeted this way ❤