Brookview Animal Health Center

14/07/2025

Meet our Pet of the Week, Miller! Miller is a 12 week old English Springer Spaniel. His mom tells us Miller loves his lamby toy and anything that crinkles or squeaks. He also loves car rides and sleeping upside down. A smart boy, Miller has already learned sit, lay down, and shake!

09/07/2025

Our “Getting to Know Your Breed” feature this week is the Great Pyrenees!

The Great Pyrenees is a large, muscular breed developed centuries ago to work with shepherds in the Pyrenees Mountains, the natural border between France and Spain. Their job was to watch the sheep and deter predators on the snowy mountaintops. A large, thick-coated, and immensely powerful working dog, the Great Pyrenees is known for their patience and courage when defending the flock.
Similar to many large breed dogs, this breed is susceptible to bloat, or gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), where the stomach distends and twists. For all their abundant fur, the Great Pyrenees double coat is dirt and tangle resistant. They shed their undercoat, though a thorough brushing with a pin brush or slicker brush at least once a week will help to reduce the shed hair that ends up all over the house. The Pyrenees’ nails should be trimmed regularly, as overly long nails can cause the dog discomfort.
When working, the Great Pyrenees will patrol their territory, but tend to conserve their energy for fending off whatever may threaten their flock. Moderate exercise such as walks with their owner will help keep them healthy and happy. The breed also exercises mind and body by participating in canine activities such as obedience trials and cart-pulling.
Bred to be independent thinkers, Great Pyrenees will work without guidance watching and protecting their flock. Although they are intelligent, standard obedience training may be met with great indifference. They will let their boredom show by performing any task you deem important with extremely slow responses. Nonetheless, early socialization and puppy training classes are recommended to help give the dog a good start in becoming a well-adjusted, well-mannered companion. The Great Pyrenees is typically a calm, well-mannered dog known for their devotion to family, including well-behaved children. These dogs are generally trustworthy, affectionate and gentle, but if the need arises, they will not hesitate to try to protect their family and their territory.

07/07/2025

Pricilla is our Pet of the Week! This beautiful Maine C**n is 3 years old and the proud momma to 8 adorable kittens! Her family tells us Pricilla is the biggest sweetheart! You can see more of Pricilla and her babies by following their page, riverheightsmainecoons on Instagram!

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04/07/2025

Our office is closed today in observance of Independence Day. Have a safe and happy holiday! 🎆

02/07/2025

Did you know? While many of us anticipate Independence Day celebrations, there are many potential hazards that can affect our pets. Follow these tips to ensure your pet stays safe and healthy throughout the holiday.
1. Fireworks: Fireworks can be terrifying for pets, leading to stress, fear, and potential injury. Keep your pet indoors around sunset. Create a safe, quiet space for them with comforting and provide engaging treat puzzles and chews for distraction. Additionally, consider using calming products, such as pheromone sprays and diffusers, compression wraps, and soothing music, to help reduce their anxiety.
2. Water Hazards: If your celebrations include pool parties or lake trips, ensure your pet is safe around water. Not all pets are natural swimmers, and even those who are can become fatigued. Supervise your pet when they are near water, and consider using a pet life jacket for added safety. Pool chemicals can be harmful if ingested. Rinse your pet with fresh water after swimming to remove any chlorine or salt from their fur and skin.
3. Overheating: July Fourth often means hot weather, and pets can easily overheat. Make sure your pet has access to plenty of fresh water and shade when outdoors and keep them inside during the hottest parts of the day. Walk your dog in the early morning or late evening when conditions are typically the most comfortable. Keep a close eye out for overheating signs, such as excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, and disorientation. If you suspect your pet is overheating, move them to a cool area, provide water, and consult your veterinarian immediately.
4. Barbecues: Keep your pet away from the grill to prevent burns and ingestion of lighter fluid, grease-covered gravel, and discarded barbecue supplies. Ensure that food and drinks are kept out of your pet’s reach. Common barbecue foods, such as bones, corncobs, and fatty meats, can cause gastrointestinal issues or choking hazards, while alcohol and certain other foods are toxic to pets and should be kept well out of their reach.
5: Pet identification: Proper identification is crucial if your pet escapes during the festivities. Ensure your pet’s collar has an up-to-date ID tag with your current contact information. Microchipping your pet provides an extra layer of security, as this tiny implanted device allows animal shelters and veterinarians to check for a permanent ID form and reunite you with your pet as quickly as possible.

30/06/2025

How cute is Pet of the Week, Zeus!? Zeus is a 12 week old American Bully. This smart boy has mastered “sit” and is working hard on learning other commands. His mom tells us Zeus loves his crinkle stuffed animal and sleeping belly up!

25/06/2025

Our “Getting to Know Your Breed” featured today is the Border Collie! Don’t forget to show off your Border Collies in the comments!

A cross between heavy-boned Roman herding dogs and Viking spitzes produced compact and agile herders, well equipped to work stock in the highlands of Scotland and Wales, beginning the history of the Border Collie. Border Collies have been called the world's greatest herders, and anyone who's seen them at work with their sweeping runs, stealthy crouching and creeping, and explosive bursts of focused energy would agree.
Among the canine kingdom's most agile, balanced, and durable citizens, the Border Collie’s intelligence, athleticism, and trainability have a perfect outlet in agility training. Having a job to perform, like agility, herding, or obedience work is vital to Border Collie happiness. While personable when among friends, the breed may be reserved with strangers. Due to their tendency to herd animals and people, they do best with older, well-behaved children.
Border Collies come in both a rough coat and a smooth coat variety. Both are dense, weather-resistant double coats that come in a variety of colors and patterns. Grooming is the same for both. They should be brushed once or twice a week, more often if needed, to keep the coat free of mats, tangles, dirt, and debris. During shedding season, daily brushing is required. As with all breeds, the Border Collie’s nails should be trimmed regularly.
Early socialization is especially vital with the Border Collie. Positive exposure to a wide variety of people and situations should begin in early puppyhood and continue throughout their life. This high-drive, athletic breed is extremely intelligent and energetic and requires daily exercise beyond just a walk around the block or playing in the yard. They thrive when they have a job to do and space to run. A Border Collie who doesn't work must be provided with vigorous physical and mental exercise every day. The Border Collie is an amazing dog, but may be a bit too much for owners without the time, energy, or means to keep them occupied.

23/06/2025

Biggie Smalls is our Pet of the Week! As a kitten, this handsome feline had a traumatic injury to his front leg that required amputation, but his family says it doesn't slow him down one bit! Biggie Smalls loves to bird watch and follow his human around the house. He also loves to play fetch with his mom!

18/06/2025

Did you know? Today is Veterinary Appreciation Day! 🐾 Help us celebrate the incredible work and dedication of our veterinary professionals. From treating our beloved pets to safeguarding animal welfare, veterinarians play a crucial role in ensuring the health and happiness of our fur children! We are grateful to have such wonderful, compassionate doctors at Brookview! Let’s show some love to Dr. Smith, Dr. Rachael, and Dr. Bella! ❤️

16/06/2025

This sweet baby is our Pet of the Week, Charlie! Charlie is a 8 week old Pitbull puppy. His dad tells us Charlie is a big lover who enjoys snuggles! Who could resist that face!?

11/06/2025

Did you know that Mollie’s Missions provides wonderful community resources and dog training!? Make sure to give them a follow and check out their offerings!

Nail trims with Mason will once again be available during distribution day! Stop out and have Mason give your pooch the pawdicure they deserve!

*No appointment necessary
*Dogs must be leashed and under the control of an adult
*Cash only please

09/06/2025

Our Pet of the Week is Penny Lane! A 6 year old Pembroke Corgi, Penny Lane loves snacks and playing fetch. In true herding dog fashion, she takes her job of keeping her fur-family members in line very seriously and excels at alerting her family to intruders in her yard. Penny Lane likes going to work with her mom and visiting her friends at the vet office!