Marathon Veterinary Hospital

02/11/2025

⚠️ PET SAFETY ALERT!! ⚠️

⚠️ According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) microchip registry, Texas-based “Save This Life” was removed from the database on January 24. That is when “Save This Life” seemingly ended its operations and likewise disconnected pet owners' contact information from national registries. This is overly concerning as the microchips implanted will no longer link to the pet's family.

⚠️ Please reach out to us if you have a microchip implanted in your pet associated with this company. We have universal chip scanners on site that can assist you in re-registering your pet with a new provider.

⚠️ Microchips are detrimental to the safety of your pet, and so many lives have been saved with this identification tool for your beloved pets. The American Animal Hospital Association has a microchip locator on their website to check registration status. Check the link below and call us with any questions!

https://www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/microchip-search/

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02/09/2025

💗🥰🐾💗 Pet Safety Spotlight ~ Valentine's Day Pet Dangers 💗🥰🐾💗

With Valentine's Day upon us, please remember to keep your pets safe from the dangers of chocolate ingestion. Dr. Doug details some of the vital and important aspects of this dangerous pet toxin, and what to do if your pet is exposed. This day is a celebration of those we love, so be mindful of our curious pets that naturally love those tempting sweets just as much as we do!

02/05/2025

🐾🐈🐾 MISSING KITTY ALERT!! 🐾🐈🐾

Missing from Layton area. He is darker in person per the owners, the picture shows him lighter than he actually. is. If you have any information please call us or reach out to the owners directly on the flyer. Thank you!

01/31/2025

🐾🐦🐈‍⬛🐾 What You Should Know About Avian Influenza (H5N1) and your Cat's Risk 🐾🐦🐈‍⬛🐾

🐈‍⬛ Since the U.S. outbreak of avian influenza A (H5N1) in dairy cattle began in March 2024, dozens of cats are known to have contracted the virus, including barn and feral cats, indoor cats, and big cats in zoos and in the wild (e.g., mountain lions, tigers, leopards, and bobcats). Cats were already known to be susceptible to the H5N1 virus, with several feline cases linked to poultry or wild bird exposure before the cattle outbreak began.

🐈‍⬛ The AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association outlines the "what you need to know" basics on this deadly disease, the risks to you and your beloved feline friends and how to keep them protected.

https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/animal-health/avian-influenza/avian-influenza-h5n1-cats

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Since the U.S. outbreak of avian influenza A (H5N1) in dairy cattle began in March 2024, dozens of cats are known to have contracted the virus, including barn and feral cats, indoor cats, and big cats in zoos and in the wild (e.g., mountain lions, tigers, leopards, and bobcats).

01/26/2025

🦜🪶🐦 Renowned expert Dr. Douglas Mader touches on the very important, and often neglected, condition of feather-picking of our beloved avian friends. This important information can help you understand and notice this sad condition in order to better enrich their lives. 🦜🪶🐦

Here at Marathon Veterinary Hospital, Dr. Aundria del Pino is our experienced avian veterinarian, and can help you with your beloved avian friend if they are experiencing this condition. Call us today if you are experiencing any of these issues, we can help!

🦜 What is feather-picking?

🦜 Feather-picking occurs when a bird plucks out or damages its feathers. It usually
progresses from feather-destructive behavior (where the bird may just chew on its
feathers) to a more severe form where the bird damages its skin. Sometimes a bird will
also damage the feathers and/or skin of its companion. Feather damage/plucking can
occur anywhere the bird's beak can reach, but most commonly affects the breast and
neck.

🦜 Why do birds pick their feathers?

🦜 Feather-picking can occur for a variety of reasons, but these all fall into two primary
categories: medical and behavioral. Medical causes of feather-picking can be related to
the skin and feathers, or related to stress from other illness. Medical causes of feather-
picking include poor diet, exposure to toxins, infection (which may bacterial, viral, or
fungal in origin), parasites, or other diseases. Your avian veterinarian will want to
perform a full physical examination and/or run laboratory tests to rule out medical
causes of feather-picking. If a medical cause of feather-picking cannot be identified, the
feather-picking is likely occurring due to behavioral reasons.

🦜 Behavioral causes of feather-picking may include stress from various sources, including
lack of stimulation (‘boredom’), sleep deprivation, and sexual frustration. Boredom may
result from lack of appropriate toys, not enough foraging opportunities, or not enough
interaction with other individuals (human or avian). Stressors may include other pets in
the house, unwanted attention from people, loud noises, changes in weather, new
people in the house getting more attention, or other environmental factors. Don’t forget
that stress from behavioral causes can bring about medical conditions!
( excerpt from the U.C. Davis School of Veterinary Medicine)

https://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/sites/g/files/dgvnsk491/files/inline-files/Feather-picking_in_Birds.pdf

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01/20/2025

🐾☔️💦☔️🐾Happy Rainy Monday Everyone!!! 🐾☔️💦☔️🐾

Oreo is donning his must-have Florida Keys rain gear today! Stay safe and dry out there today!

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01/17/2025

🐾🐶🐾 Calling all new puppy parents!!! The Florida Keys SPCA is hosting a learning event that you don't want to miss!! Details below! 🐾🐶🐾

Ever feel like you’re navigating the chaos of puppyhood without a map?
Join us Wednesday, January 29th, at 6:30 PM for an evening of enlightenment and laughter at our Key West Campus as we navigate the wild ride of puppy parenthood together!
Please note: This talk is for humans only.
Whether you’re questioning your life choices after adopting a tiny tornado or looking to set your pup up for a bright future, we’ve got your back!
Ah, the thrilling adventure of puppy parenthood! From the smallest Chihuahua to the mightiest Mastiff, every young pup brings its own set of challenges. But fear not! With a bit of know-how and determination, you’ll be cruising through puppyhood smoother than a pup chasing its tail. 🐾
We’re diving into the doggy deep end to discuss:
🐶 How to take the “emotional temperature” of your dog and why it matters
🐶 Why good management should be your secret superpower
🐶 DIY canine enrichment ideas to preserve your sanity
…and more!
Bring your burning questions and your trickiest puppy challenges, and let’s tackle the journey through puppyhood together!
📍 Location: Key West Campus
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 29th
🕡 Time: 6:30 pm

Florida Keys SPCA

Ever feel like you’re navigating the chaos of puppyhood without a map?

Join us Wednesday, January 29th, at 6:30 PM for an evening of enlightenment and laughter at our Key West Campus as we navigate the wild ride of puppy parenthood together!

Please note: This talk is for humans only.

Whether you’re questioning your life choices after adopting a tiny tornado or looking to set your pup up for a bright future, we’ve got your back!

Ah, the thrilling adventure of puppy parenthood! From the smallest Chihuahua to the mightiest Mastiff, every young pup brings its own set of challenges. But fear not! With a bit of know-how and determination, you’ll be cruising through puppyhood smoother than a pup chasing its tail. 🐾

We’re diving into the doggy deep end to discuss:
🐶 How to take the “emotional temperature” of your dog and why it matters
🐶 Why good management should be your secret superpower
🐶 DIY canine enrichment ideas to preserve your sanity
…and more!

Bring your burning questions and your trickiest puppy challenges, and let’s tackle the journey through puppyhood together!

📍 Location: Key West Campus
📅 Date: Wednesday, January 29th
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM

01/15/2025

🐾🫶❤️‍🩹There is a very clear crisis in the veterinary industry today. As veterinary caregivers, we face a unique set of stressors and outsized mental health challenges due to compassion fatigue, staffing shortages, burnout, and the reality of day-to-day hospital life. Be sure to thank your animal care giver today. ❤️🫶🐾

01/13/2025

🐾🥰🐾 Happy National French Bulldog Day! 🐾🥰🐾

01/08/2025

WE ARE HIRING!!!!

☀️🌴🐠🐾 Come on down to the beautiful Florida Keys! 🐾🐠🌴 ☀️

🐾 Marathon Veterinary Hospital is looking for experienced Veterinary Technicians and Technician Assistants (no experience required) to join our amazing team. Please reach out if you or someone you know is interested in living the keys life!

☀️ We have the largest, cleanest, and most state of the art facility in the Keys. We have advanced imaging for diagnostics and dentistry, a full laboratory and a fully equipped surgical suite. We have the greatest and most diverse resources available for the advancement in veterinary education and veterinary medicine.

🐠 We offer second to none benefits for our Teams. Including, but not limited to:

Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision and Mental Health Well Being programs.
Scholarship opportunities
Student loan support program
Competitive Pay 401k with no waiting period
Pet care discounts
Employee reward program
Performance bonuses
Incentive Programs Child care, elderly family member care, and pet care resources

Explore the perks here! https://careers.thrivepetcare.com/us/en/life-at-thrive

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12/31/2024

🐾🎉🥳🐾Have a safe and happy New Years to everyone! Here’s a wonderful list of New Year’s resolutions for pet parents by Dr. Doug Mader. 🐾🎉🥳🐾

12/28/2024

🐾🥰 🐾 Happy Saturday from Dr. Ryan and Kimber!! 🐾🥰🐾

12/27/2024

🐾 there are medical and behavioral benefits to spaying and neutering? It’s an essential piece of preventive pet care. This one-time procedure can increase life expectancy, reduce certain cancer risks, decrease aggressive behavior and unplanned breeding, and more! Mention code SN150 to save at checkout. Call to book today! If you’re unsure about when might be an ideal age for this service, please feel free to discuss with us. 🐾

*Blood and urine testing must be completed within 30 days before surgery. Offer valid from 12/1/24 to 2/28/25. Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. Offer valid for spay and neuter surgeries only; excludes exams. Subject to availability. Spay and neuter recommendations may vary based on several factors. Speak with your veterinarian about your pet's specific case.

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12/25/2024

Mugsy wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas 🎄🫶❤️🐾

12/24/2024

🎄🎋🎁🐾 Merry Christmas and a wonderful holiday season to everyone from the MVH family! As we settle in today and tomorrow with family and friends, and our beloved pets that make us whole and complete in life, we give thanks for the enormous love they give us. 🐾🎁🎄🐾

Showcased this year are kennel technician Kristy’s amazing kitties who obviously are in the Christmas spirit ❤️🎄🐾🐈‍⬛

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12/22/2024

🐾🎄🎁 🎄 Little Gracie wants to remind everyone that Marathon Veterinary Hospital is accepting gifts for the Florida Keys SPCA Gifting Tree! We have our own Christmas Tree in the reception area with gift tags labeled with various needs of the shelters. We have great love and support for all the hard work they do for animals in need! 🎄🎁🎄🐾

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12/21/2024

🎄🐾🎄 A Friendly Reminder from your MVH Family ~ Holiday Season ~ Medication Refills & Prescription Diet Needs 🎄🐾🎄

🎄 Please remember to check your stock of medications & food supplies for your pets before the holiday. We will be closing at 2pm on Christmas Eve, and closed on Christmas Day.

🎄 New Year's Eve closing at 2pm, and Closed New Year's Day.

🎄 Please give us at least 48 hour notice for refills, as a lot of medications today have supply limitations and backorders are common. We want to make sure our patients are safe and happy for the holidays and have everything they need!

🎄Please call the office if you have any questions or concerns. Happy Holidays!!

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12/21/2024

Welcome to the family Piner!!!

A special shout out to Piner's family for giving this special animal a loving furr-ever home. Piner was adopted from our local Keys SPCA. There are so many animals that need homes, so go pay them a visit to find your new family member!!

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