Mansfield Veterinary Health Center

01/24/2024

Thank you for all the great reviews from our clients!

12/22/2023

Keep your pets safe during the holidays!

12/22/2023

Keep these local Pet Emergency Center numbers on hand 🐾

Veterinary Urgent
Care Center
3 Roche Brothers Way
No. Easton, MA 02356
508-817-5088
www.veturgentcare.com

Tufts Veterinary Emergency Services
525 South St.
Walpole, MA 02081
508-668-5454
www.tuftsvets.org

NE Animal Medical Center
595 West Center St
W Bridgewater, MA 02379
508-584-1600
www.neamc.com

10/15/2023

Happy National Vet Tech Week!

Join us in thanking our amazing teammates who do so much to make the clinic run smoothly and care for your pets!

07/08/2023

06/05/2023

Kozy Kennels offers all breed grooming five days a week. Schedule your pet’s next grooming at Kozy Kennels in Mansfield MA by calling 508-339-0791 or schedule on line at www.kozy-kennels.com

06/05/2023

It’s always a great time playing at Unleashed On East in Mansfield MA. Schedule your pet for a day of fun at Unleashed On East by completing the application on line at www.unleashedoneast.com to Unleash your dog!

06/05/2023

Schedule your pet’s next vacation at Kozy Kennels in Mansfield MA. We offer all inclusive lodging. Every dog has their own indoor/outdoor run. To reserve your pet, call 508-339-0791 or book on line at www.kozy-kennels.com

02/24/2023

February is National Pet Dental Health Month!

Dental health is a critical part of your pet's overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems. That's why the AVMA sponsors National Pet Dental Health Month every February. Take part by learning more about how you can improve the dental (and overall) health of your pets. Schedule your pet’s dental cleaning today!

Don't turn your nose to your pet's bad breath! That odor might signify a serious health risk, with the potential to damage your pet's teeth and overall health.

01/11/2023

Kozy Kennels has a pair of Guinea Pigs that have been abandoned and need a home. They are very friendly happy healthy campers. They come with their own cage and must be homed together. Contact us at 508-339-0791 or email us at [email protected] if you are interested.

12/22/2022

The Staff of Mansfield Veterinary Health Center wish you an amazing Holiday Season!

12/08/2022

When it comes to Christmas tree safety, it is important to keep your dogs in mind, too. Find out how to keep your pet safe around the tree.

11/23/2022

The Staff of Mansfield Veterinary Health Center want to wish you and your pets a Happy Thanksgiving!

01/12/2022

FYI - The Town of Mansfield has issued a mask mandate until further notice.

12/06/2021

Unleashed On East is looking to add another Doggy Daycare Attendant in January. Message us if your interested!

Dog Daycare Job Responsibilities:

Supervise and monitor large groups of dogs during group play.

The ability to assess and control large groups of dogs of all sizes.

Keep accurate records of the dog’s behaviors and habits.

Maintain a clean and safe play area.

Clean and sanitize inside and outside areas daily.

Clean and set up for the next day’s daycare session.

Examine and freshen dogs in preparation for departure.

Interact with pet owners upon departure.

Processing credit cards and taking phone calls.

Qualifications:

Previous experience in animal care or other related fields.

Passion to help and treat animals.

Ability to interact with animals in a calm, non-threatening manner.

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Job Types: Full-time or Part-time

Salary: $17/hr

10/07/2021

Unleashed On East is celebrating it’s one year anniversary! Congratulations to Evan and his amazing team! Schedule your pet for a day of fun at Unleashed On East by completing the application on line at www.unleashedoneast.com to Unleash your dog!

09/16/2021

Have you scheduled your pet’s next vacation yet? Kozy Kennels in Mansfield MA offers all inclusive lodging with daily individual play. Every dog has their own indoor/outdoor run. All dogs are exercised whether they are signed up for daycare or not.

You can now schedule a half day of group play during your pet’s next boarding visit. Daycare dogs MUST be neutered. Exceptions made for puppies too young for neutering. 🐕

To reserve your pet, call 508-339-0791 or book on line at www.kozy-kennels.com

08/28/2021

There is an outbreak of “kennel cough” up and down the East Coast and across the Midwest. Unfortunately the kennel cough vaccine, that is currently being administered, doesn't appear to be preventing kennel cough in all vaccinated dogs.

Make sure your dogs are vaccinated every six months with either the intranasal or oral kennel cough vaccine, if they are going to be anywhere other dogs are going to be, as this definitely lessens the chance of a severe and complicated infection.

Vets seeing increase in kennel cough and influenza | WHEC.com

https://www.whec.com/news/vets-seeing-increase-in-kennel-cough-and-influenza/6165646/

My Dog Is Vaccinated For Kennel And Now She’s Coughing-What’s Up???

“We are hearing this a lot at the clinic right now. We are seeing dogs that have been groomed, boarded, playing at dog parks or even some that practically haven’t left the house that are all coughing. Most complain of hacking and coughing, mostly at night, in a dog that is still eating, drinking, pooping and peeing normally. Sometimes it sounds like they are going to cough something up, but the only thing they work up is a pile of foam.

Almost all of these dogs are current on their Bordetella vaccine, often thought of as the Kennel Cough vaccine. So, whats going on!?

First of all, “kennel cough” is a confusing topic, even for veterinarians so don’t feel bad if you’re confused!

The vaccine they are referring to is actually for Bordetella bronchiseptica, a contagious bacteria that causes a hacking cough and snotty nose. Unfortunately, the “Kennel Cough” we see should more accurately be called Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex meaning it is caused by any number of different factors.

Multiple viruses (adenovirus, parainfluenza virus, pneumovirus) and bacteria (Bordetella, Mycoplasma, a canine strep) are likely culprits, but specialized tests using samples from the nose, eyes and throat are the only accurate way to determine the cause. The primary cause can also become complicated by secondary infections causing a much more serious condition!

Of the current cases we are testing, many are coming back negative for all components we vaccinate for which is definitely frustrating! Additionally, many tests come back negative for EVERYTHING they test for including eight respiratory viruses and three bacterial infections. Obviously, this makes us wonder/worry that there is a disease we haven’t identified yet that is causing sleepless nights (literally!) for dogs, their owners and their healthcare team (US!)

Thankfully, the cases in our area have been quite mild and are responding well to supportive care: rest, anti-coughing medication and sometimes antibiotics to prevent secondary infections. Most are well on their way to health within just a few days. Veterinarians continue to search for the causes of this condition to develop better prevention and treatment. Additionally, we are constantly on the look out for canine influenza (dog flu) which is a much more deadly disease, but can look similar at first. As with the human flu, vaccines for dog flu are another complicated topic!

To best protect your pet, we strongly recommend vaccination for those respiratory diseases we can protect against, as this definitely lessens the chance of a severe and complicated infection.”