Best Friends Animal Hospital

08/08/2024

To celebrate International Cat Day we want to hear your most ridiculous stories of our favorite feline friends!!! What would we do without them!?🐱😻

08/07/2024

I know it may not feel like it, but with our two legged kids returning to school summer has started to fade! Show us your favorite summer time pictures of your fur babies!!!! 🐕🐱☀️💦

06/19/2024

Game time!!!!! Guess this little babies breed!!!! 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼💜💜💜🐶🐶🐶

05/14/2024

Post your favorite picture of your furry drama babies!!!!

05/12/2024

Happy Mother's Day to all of you beautiful Moms and Fur Mom's out there!!!

04/30/2024

What a better way to celebrate today then to adopt a new baby to love and bring them into us to let us help make sure they are started on the best foot forward!!

04/28/2024

Share those family photos to help us celebrate Pet Parent Day!!!! Our families just wouldn't be the same with out all the furr babies!!!!

04/27/2024

Help us celebrate World Veterinary Day by sharing a story of how a veterinary professional went above and beyond to help your fur baby! Name dropping is encouraged, especially if its one of our amazing staff!

04/26/2024

Today is National Help a Horse Day!

Each year, the ASPCA hosts a national grant competition in honor of Help a Horse Day to elevate the work of equine rescues who help abused, neglected and homeless horses. This year, we’re celebrating our fifth annual Help a Horse Day with a nationwide, two-month contest aimed at finding good homes...

04/23/2024

Today is national Lost Dog Awareness Day. Here are some tips if you ever find yourself in this stressful moment. Also if your pet is not microchipped please call and schedule with us to ensure they are permanently identified!

If your pet does become lost, don’t delay. Take the following steps to help bring your companion animal home to safety. Act fast! Don’t waste days hoping your pet will come home. The sooner you begin your search, the better…

04/22/2024

We hope you enjoy this Earth Day with those that bring so much happiness to your day!

04/21/2024

Bulldogs are beautiful day!!!! Show us those smooshie faces that we love so much!

04/20/2024

Today is National Pet Look Alike Day! Drop those face to face look alike photos below!

04/19/2024

Today is your day!!!! Happy National Cat Lady DAY!!!! We've met handfuls of you over the years and honestly our furry friends are so happy to call you theirs! 💜🐱

04/11/2024

Today is National Pet Day!! They come in all shapes and sizes and give us so much love! Put a picture of your favorite pet in the comments! We won't tell! lol

04/06/2024

Did you know that it is National Siamese Cat Day today??!!! Drop those pictures of your favorite Siamese cats!

04/05/2024

This is SO EXCITING!!!! Coming soon Dr. Shaw will be expanding her services and she we will be seeing all different breeds of goats!!!

03/31/2024

Hope You Enjoy this Easter with the Whole Family!

03/30/2024

Where are you going for a walk today?

03/29/2024

Hope Yall Enjoy this Good Friday!

03/28/2024

We all know that our feline friends can be naturally disrespectful, but today is National Respect Your Cat Day!

So to celebrate here are some tips!

History of Respect your Cat Day -

It is said that in 1384, on this particular day the then-king of England, King Richard II had issued an edict that made eating felines a punishable act. This stopped people to consume them and make friends with the cats. After this event cats became popular as pets; particularly for the rich.

Celebrating Respect Your Cat Day -

Respecting your feline doesn’t only mean giving them treats and belly rubs. It also comes with all the difficult parts like understanding their non-verbal actions. Being feline parents we have to know about their basic instincts and respecting those will make your bond even better. It is not just about this day, but respecting your cat should be incorporated into your daily life. Let’s read more about how you can do that.

1. Knowing and understanding their language

Cats are very particular about what they like and so knowing how, when, and what is the best way to hold them is important. Some cats take time to adjust to new people and environments and so do not be discouraged when your cat runs away from you. Offer them treats, do not touch them when they are not interested, and let them approach you. Remember the more you give them space the more will they feel comfortable around you.

Since cats cannot speak human language, you will have to pay attention to their body language. Some common cues that your cat might use are:

Meowing to get your attention
Purring to show their contentment
Yowling or hissing to show displeasure
Rubbing their face or body on yours to tell you ‘I love you’

2. Safe space for them perch

Cats were predators but also prey for bigger animals. They find comfortable spaces which are higher than the ground and like to perch on it to feel at ease. Sometimes you might find your cat tearing apart the curtain to reach the top. So, to stop them from ruining the curtain and help them have a space in your home where they can perch and look at everything happening around them. A vertical cat tree would be a real help.

3. Grooming

Cats are one of the only animals that like to groom themselves, except humans of course. Though they do not need help, giving them a hand will just make your bond stronger and also keep your cat smelling nice. If your cat hates bathing make sure that they are comfortable and given plenty of treats before and after. The good news is that because of their self-grooming habits, they do not need to bathe that often.

4. Feed them a Quality diet

Your feline’s diet changes according to age, lifestyle, activity level, and metabolism. Choose a diet that is suitable for your cat and provide them with a high-quality option so they get all the necessary vitamins and minerals.

5. Keeping their Litter Box Clean

No one likes a dirty toilet and this includes our feline friends too! Cats are particularly very clean creatures and having to share their litter box or using a dirty one can make them upset easily. Keep a separate litter box for every cat you have in your household and clean it regularly to avoid upsetting your feline and prevent bad odors. Also, remember to put it in an easily accessible place so they are not stressed when excreting.

Bottom Line,
Respecting cats can also include giving them fresh water, playing with them, keeping them safe from outer world dangers, scheduling regular veterinary check-ups, and providing them with stimulating toys.

Respect can take different paths, but the real meaning behind your actions will hold value. Give your feline respect and they will vow their nine lives to you!

03/19/2024

Happy First Day of Spring Yall!

03/17/2024

May the luck of the Irish be with you today! Happy St. Patricks Day!

03/13/2024

Happy Canine Veteran's Day Today! We are so thankful for all you do!!🐕

03/13/2024

We've heard some of the most unique and fun pet names here at Best Friends! What are some of your pets unique names or ones that just made you giggle?

03/11/2024

Today is national napping day! Lets all celebrate by posting our sleepy friends and their silly ways they catch some zzz's!

03/10/2024

Arizona was thinking about us dog owners when we did away with daylights savings time!

03/09/2024

March is Poison Prevention Month! Here is some great information to keep your fur babies safe!

March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month. It’s a good time for veterinary professionals to educate their clients on the dangers of accidental pet poisonings and how to prevent them. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) can help.

03/09/2024

05/17/2023

Good Morning Friends!
We had a crazy amount of last minute cancellations today so if by chance you were looking to get scheduled quickly give me a call and I'll get you right in!!
💜 Ashley