Pawsitive Veterinary Care - formerly Medicine River Animal Hospital

07/20/2024

It is with a Very Heavy Heart that we share with you the passing of my Mom. Words cannot express the heartbreak that I have felt this week. She was my number one supporter, cheerleader, and most dedicated team member for over 20 years. Medicine River Animal Hospital, now Pawsitive Veterinary Care would not exist without her. Very few of you even knew that she was an Important Team Member behind the scenes. She worked every morning from 2 am until 7:30 am for over 20 years. She took care of our pets that boarded for the first 7 years, many rescues that we took in, and helped with numerous sick patients that were hospitalized. She was my after hours Vet Assistant and was always available, Holidays, Weekends, etc. She was our overnight cleaning lady, she did all of the clinic's laundry, and much more. After her morning duties at the office, she spent most of her day helping to take care of her pride and joy, her grandson. She never missed a soccer or baseball game. She was his paparazzi, always behind the camera, for she hated to have her own picture taken. She never called in sick until last August when she ruptured her appendix. She had a very tough and long recovery, but she stayed strong and started doing our laundry again in March and did so daily up until this past Sunday morning. I can only imagine the greeting she got at the Rainbow Bridge! I pray that she is now a greeter at the Bridge to help take in all of our patients that we help cross over. I might be a one-doctor practice, but I am by no means a one-woman show. I would not be where I am without her, and would not be able to get through this last year and week without my family and Pawsitive Vet Care Team. 🌈 🐾 💕 - Dr. Green

07/04/2024

We wish everyone a Very, Safe & Happy 4th! 🇺🇸 🎆 Please Be sure to Protect your pets. 🐾

03/26/2024

🐾 🐾 🐾 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT--- We have officially moved. Our new address is 11125 Park Blvd, Ste 108, Seminole. Yes, our name has changed. We are now Pawsitive Veterinary Care. We have been asked why the name change? Ownership has not changed. I am, and have been the Solo Vet Owner for almost 20 years now. Medicine River Animal Hospital was opened as a partnership over 21 years ago. That partnership was short-lived. After 20+ years, it was time to make the name my own. I know I have said this before, but these last 4 years have been the hardest. I have been so fortunate to have the Best Clients and Patients, and you motivate me to continue doing my best to give your beloved family members the Best Care that I can. I am also blessed to have the Best Support Team, I could not do this alone. I definitely could not have done this move without them. Please be patient with us over the next couple of weeks as we continue to make improvements with our new location. It is very much a work in progress and we are all a bit exhausted. Moving is never easy and downsizing is always a challenge. I cannot Thank my Team/Family enough! We would also like to Thank you guys for being so supportive with offers to help, Welcome gifts, and patience. Not pictured are Jill, Kat and Laura, they were very much busy behind these scenes. A special Thanks to MacKenzie and Kim (of Good Karma Senior Dog Rescue and Sanctuary) and Scott's family for joing our moving party! - Dr. Green 💕 💕 💕

03/15/2024

🐾 Important Announcement 🐾 - Moving Day Is Here. We will not have regular office hours tomorrow so that we can relocate our office. Please Be Patient with us as we make this transition! Here is your first preview of our new office. We hate to leave our Beautiful Murals that Barrie created for us, but are excited to share this Beautiful Masterpiece that she has been very busy creating for us at our new office. I cannot thank her enough for all of her hard work and talent that she continues to share with us. I would also like to thank Gaye, who has also lent a very helpful hand in helping us paint our new office. We are sad to report that her and her husband, Mike are moving to Georgia tomorrow. We will miss them dearly and wish them all the Best! I cannot thank her enough for always being so supportive of my business for almost 20 years. I also want to thank my other half, Scott. Poor guy is enduring our 4th move in the past 14 years. He is quite the trooper. I definitely couldn't do it without him. Please pray for us and my dedicated team tomorrow. I don't know if it's that it gets more challenging with each move, or we are just getting older. Pretty sure it's the later. More Updates will come this Weekend as well as the Introduction to our New Name. After 20+ years as Medicine River Animal Hospital, we will have a new name. Stay Tuned... -Dr. Green

03/06/2024

Our friend needs some help today. He was taken to the hospital and his Scooter was left at the Citgo on St. Pete Beach. If anyone with a truck is available to pick it up and drop it off at our clinic. We would greatly appreciate it. Please let us know if you can help.

02/16/2024

Overdue Update- So, I just wanted to update everyone with some very important news. It's hard to believe we are more than halfway through February already. It has been a very crazy and stressful 6 months. My mom who has been my most dedicated employee over the past 20 years called in sick for the first time ever in August. She ruptured her appendix and unfortunately had a very tough recovery. I am happy to report she is finally doing much better after a very tough 4 months. I also lost my Father after Christmas. I was lucky to have a great visit with him 3 weeks before he passed away. Needless to say it was a very, tough start to the new year.

However, the rumors are true. We are moving yet again, 4th move in 21 years. Unfortunately, I am sad to report that we are moving off the beach and this decision did not come easy. I love Madeira Beach! We have been on Madeira Beach for the past 14 years. However, the cost of having a business on the beach (mainly insurance- our's quadrupled this past year) and stress of storms and evacuation over the past 2 years led to us to make a very difficult decision. We have decided to move inland to Seminole (location to be announced soon). We are behind schedule with our move and were actually supposed to have completed the move by now. Luckily, the new owners have been very lenient and allowed us some additional time. Please be patient as we make this transition. The picture below was taken of my little guy 5 years ago during our last move and it captures our feelings of being a bit overwhelmed with thoughts on yet another move. I am very grateful for my team who have remained dedicated over the past 4 years and will hopefully not quit before this move is over. Thanks again for all of your support and patience during this transition. Please stayed tuned for more updates to come soon.
~Dr. Green

12/24/2023

🐾 🐾 🐾 Holiday Hours 🐾 🐾 🐾
Our Office will be closed this Monday, December 25 and Tuesday, December 26 so that we may share some time with our families.
We wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas! 🎄

12/18/2023

Our hearts broke to hear of this family's tremendous loss in October, and now to deal with the stress of a second major surgery for their beloved, Mako. I wish I could do the surgery, but I must refer them to a surgeon who specializes in this surgery. Please help us help them raise the funds to get Mako's surgery done soon. We greatly appreciate any help, even if it is just sharing this post. 💔

12/17/2023

Praying that all of our clients and neighbors on the beach did not have any repeat flooding in their house. It broke my heart to see our streets flooded again. 💔 🙏 - Dr. Green

11/22/2023

🐾 Our Office will be closed this Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving Holiday! Please call tomorrow early if you need any medications to be filled before the Holiday. We hope no one needs emergency care for their loved ones. Below is some helpful info to keep your pets safe and Emergency contact information should you need it. We are very thankful for all of you wonderful clients who trust us to care for your beloved family members! 🐾 Happy Thanksgiving!!! 🍂 🍁 🥧

07/14/2023

We would like to wish Laura a Very Happy Birthday! It was a long and exhausting day! I hate that Laura had to work her Special Birthday. I am very grateful for her dedication and hard work! Couldn't get her to pose for a pic, but George volunteered! 🎈 💐 🎂 🍷

06/29/2023

🐾 🐾 🐾 Last call to pick up supplements or medications that may be needed to help calm your furry, loved ones during this upcoming Holiday Weekend. Please note that we will be closed on Monday and Tuesday to celebrate the 4th! Please keep your pets safe! 🐾 🐾 🐾

06/12/2023

To all small dog owners that like to visit dog parks: It has been brought to our attention that the plans for the new dog park do not include a separate section for small dogs. So, if you would like to see the park have a small dog section, you may want to go voice your opinion. I know we would like to see them include a separate, small dog section for the safety of the little ones. 🐾 🐾 🐾

06/10/2023

I can't believe we almost missed Pet Appreciation Week. Please share a pic of who you appreciate. Pets deserve so much Appreciation, I think we take for granted how much Love they have to share. If you haven't seen our previous post about Precious Aubrey, please read it. We would like to collect cards and gift cards for her and her family this week. I appreciate her Puppy (please see pics in post). Her family rescued her and just to see what that puppy does to calm her during the most terrifying time of her life is Amazing! Zeighla (pronounced Zala) and all the pups and kitties that share their love with us deserve to be celebrated! 🐾 💕

05/25/2023

Yay, schools out for summer and a 3- day Weekend! Just a reminder, we will be participating in this 3 day weekend. We will not be open this upcoming Saturday or Monday. If you need scripts filled or have any medical issues please call us ASAP. Please don't wait until the last minute Friday. For anyone that has a medical emergency this weekend, there are 4- 24 Hr Emergency clinic options. Tampa Bay Veterinary Services on, Belcher, BluePearl on Ulmerton, CARE in Clearwater on US 19, and Beacon Emergency in St. Pete. There are 2 Urgent Clinics- St.Pete on 22nd Ave N. and Urgent Vet on 66th St. In St. Pete. Please Be patient with Emergency Staff if you should need their services, most will be very busy and short staffed on a Holiday Weekend. Hopefully, everyone's furry family members stay healthy and everyone enjoys the long weekend!

05/15/2023

We would like to ask for your prayers, love and support for Laura and her family. Her husband, Rich, is undergoing surgery tomorrow. We know that they would greatly appreciate any positive vibes that you can send their way during this very stressful time. 🙏 ❤️ 🙏
~Thank you.

Update- Thank you so much for your love and support. After a long wait, Laura received news that the surgery went well and he is in recovery. Please keep him in your prayers.

05/14/2023

Happy Mother's Day to all of our Wonderful Clients! Being a Pet Mom is a Special Gift. Thank you for taking such great care of all of the Fur Babies that we have the privilege to see. Enjoy your day! 🐾 💕 💐

05/14/2023

On this Mother's Day, I would like to brag about my mother! She has been my most dedicated team member. Many of you, may not know that she works everyday in the early morning hours. She literally never takes a day off. She has been there for me for every bit of the 20 years that we have been open (that includes 3+locations/moves and multiple rescue pets). Every morning, she takes care of our resident, rescue cats and Sheldon. She does all of our laundry, helps with the cleaning, and much more. I can not thank her enough for all that she has done to help support me, the business, and most importantly helping to take care of my heart, Aubrey. I could not do it without her. She won't be happy that I am putting pics of her on here, but she deserves this recognition! Happy Mother's Day to my mom and to all of you Moms! 🌼 💐 🌹 ❤️

05/05/2023

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Isabella's mom shared some great pictures of her from her modeling days that we just had to share!

04/25/2023

What better way to start off Veterinary Receptionist Week than to Offer Melissa Assistance from Gaye on this busy Monday morning. I have been very blessed to always having An Amazing Front Desk Team. It started 20 years ago with Christina, Gaye joined our team shortly after, and passed the torch to Melissa 5 years ago. Please help us celebrate Melissa this week. I have to admit these last 3 years have been the most challenging. I can't thank Melissa enough for hanging in there and doing an amazing job. -Dr. Green

04/08/2023

Important Reminder!!! We wish everyone a very Happy Easter!

🌷 IMPORTANT REMINDER 🌹

As Easter approaches, please remember and spread the word that EASTER LILIES are DEADLY to cats! This includes all parts of the flower and the vase water.

Also, please refrain from planting toxic lily varieties in your garden so our lost, stray and outdoor friends stay safe as well.

24/7 Hotlines:
Animal Poison Control Center
(855) 764-7661
($85 fee)

ASPCA Animal Poison Control
(888) 426-4435
(A consultation fee may apply.)

03/17/2023

We wish everyone a Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀 ☘️ 🍀

03/12/2023

Please help us find a new home for Yoda and Minnie. Call the office if you are interested.

03/03/2023

Today is another sad day for us. We have to say Goodbye to MacKenzie as she makes the transition to her new career in human medicine. She will be finishing Nursing School soon and we are very excited for her future. She will be missed more than words can express. 😢 MacKenzie has been with us since she was a young teenager. We have watched her grow into a Beautiful, Smart and Very Talented Woman. People often ask if we are related and if I'm her mother. I always take that as a compliment because if you know or saw her mother she is just as beautiful and could pass as her twin. MacKenzie will always be a part of our family. We wish her all the Best and will Miss her Big heart, craziness and ability to make us laugh! She will be a blessing to her patients and doctors! ❤️

02/25/2023

Help us wish Heather a very Happy Birthday! 🥳

02/14/2023

We are looking for a home for two loving Whippets, Savannah and Dallas.
Savannah is a 7 1/2 year old beautiful all white female who loves to catch frisbees, play chase with Dallas and burrow under a soft blanket when she is resting.
Dallas is a 1 year old white and brindle male who also loves to catch frisbees, chase Savannah & play with pretty much any toy inside.
Both dogs have never been crated and have never been boarded. Also, they are never taken to dog parks for health, safety & security reasons.
They have full run of the house as far as sleeping on couches or beds. They are also accustomed to having some one around most of the time every day so a work from home or retired person is preferred.
The owner of these loving Whippets is dealing with some major health issues and is trying to find some one that could accommodate all of the afore mentioned requests in the event that he may not be able to care for them in the near future. He is in the process of meeting anyone who may be potentially interested in the opportunity to provide a permanent home for both if it may arise. They love all people and have a lot of unconditional love to give.

UPDATE -- Owner would prefer a home with no cats or other dogs.

Please contact us if you are interested.

02/12/2023

Here is a picture that I took the other night on my way home. I immediately saw a dog looking up. It also looks like a bunny looking the opposite direction. I always see animals in the clouds, but this is one of the best that I have been able to capture. It has been a tough year already of having to help several of our families say Goodbye to their beloved pets. This picture gives me comfort knowing that they are in a better place. 🌈 I pray for all of our families that are suffering the loss of their beloved family member. It's one of the hardest things to do. I hope this picture brings comfort to all of you that have had to say Goodbye. -Dr. Green

01/13/2023

Celebrating 20 years! It all started on US 19 in Pinellas Park. We relocated to Madeira Beach 13 years ago. Thanks to everyone who has been a part of this journey and to all of our amazing clients who have followed us and trusted us with the care of their beloved pets. Stay tuned for more memories and plans for the future.