South Mesquite Veterinary Hospital

07/12/2024

We have changed our computer software and are having issues with email messages. Please call the office at 972-289-0681 or email at [email protected] for any requests. We apologize for the changes, but it should better in the future.

11/10/2023

Here's another recall

03/21/2023

Today, we celebrate 40 years of service to the animals of Mesquite. Our office opened on March 21, 1983. Thanks to all the staff, clients and animals that have walked into our office. We couldn't have done it without you.

02/01/2023

The office is closed today due to the continued weather event. Hopefully we will be able to open tomorrow.

08/09/2022

Answering phones, making appointments, data entry, checking out clients, general cleaning and other duties.

06/03/2022

Cleaning kennels, walking dogs, bathing, assisting other staff members and general cleaning. Mornings and every other weekend. Call 972-289-0681 for more information.

05/31/2022

Dr. Pirrung has tested positive for COVID and will be in quarantine for the rest of the week. Staff will be contacting clients to reschedule appointments.

03/10/2022

Plants that are safe for pets.

Enjoy the natural element houseplants bring to your home while protecting your fur babies with these non-toxic options.

08/31/2021

The office phones will be inoperable for a period of time tomorrow for an upgrade in service. Please call back if you can't get through. Shouldn't be more than 1-2 hours.

08/19/2021

FDA announces more issues with pet food.

Violations of federal protocols at manufacturing plants that produce multiple brands of pet food, nearly a dozen of which were recalled earlier this year, likely caused hundreds of pets to become ill and die. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday announced it warned Midwestern Pet Foods,....

07/29/2021

The illness caused by SARS-CoV-2 is coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). 

06/16/2021

Dog food recalled for Salmonella contamination.

Retailers and dog owners in 14 U.S. states are being asked to dispose of several lots of dog food due to possible Salmonella contamination.

03/22/2021

The office has had an employee test positive for COVID 19 and will be closed until Thursday March 25. Thanks for your understanding.

03/05/2021

Another dog food recall.

Bravo Packing has recalled its Ground Beef and Performance Dog frozen raw food for dogs after an FDA inspection detected Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes in samples, both of which can cause serious illness in pets and people. Symptoms of exposure include vomiting, diarrhea, fever and pain.

02/16/2021

Due to the extreme weather event and staff dealing with power issues, our office is going to be closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

01/14/2021

01/01/2021

Important recall information.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recalled various pet foods (Sportmix Energy, Sportmix [...]

12/10/2020

Important information about Heartworm.

Tall tales can lead to heartbreak.

12/01/2020

We are changing back to curbside service on December 1st. Call office when you arrive for service.

10/24/2020

One of our clients brought us a treat today. Thanks Sandra Lewis for the cute donuts.

03/26/2020

Due to staffing shortages related to COVID-19 issues we will be closing at 6:00pm on Mondays and Thursdays. We are still seeing patients by curbside appointments. Thanks for working with us in this difficult time.

03/19/2020

We will remain open during the Covid-19 outbreak as the Texas State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and the American Veterinary Medical Association states that we are an essential business. To follow CDC and Texas guidelines for social distancing, South Mesquite Veterinary Hospital is implementing Curbside Care for all of your veterinary needs! It is important that we keep our clients and medical team safe while providing your beloved pets with the care that they need.

Only the hospital team and your pets will be permitted inside our building when you receive curbside service while waiting inside your vehicle.

When you arrive, please call the hospital at 972-289-0681, to inform us of your arrival. A staff member will meet you at your vehicle to collect your pet and bring them inside the clinic.

While you remain in your vehicle, we will contact you via phone or video chat (if you prefer) to obtain a medical history on your pet’s condition.

Dr. Pirrung will examine your pet and make a treatment plan based on the history and physical exam findings

A staff member will contact you to provide you with a treatment plan for service. We will text or email it for your review. As usual, treatments will only be performed with your consent.

When your pet is ready to go home, we will bring your pet to you in your vehicle. If you are paying with credit card we can take payment over the phone, otherwise we will help you check out from your vehicle. You may pay using credit card, debit card or cash.

For clients picking up medications, please call the clinic when you are in the parking lot and we will bring your items to your vehicle. We will check you out from the comfort of your vehicle.

Our online store is always available as an option for prescription and food refills. These are sent directly to your house.

Please try to keep at least a 2 week supply of food, preventatives, and prescriptions on hand in case you are quarantined.

03/05/2020

Our office is having phone issues. Please bear with us until it is repaired.

03/03/2020

Part-time Kennel Technician needed. Mornings and every other weekend and Holidays. Pay based on experience. Please apply in person. Call 972-289-0681 for more information.

11/25/2019

Just a reminder...

PSA for pet owners!

More details: https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/animals//285-615996446

10/29/2019

09/30/2019

New pet food warning.

09/24/2019

Part time position ideal for someone in college that would like to make some extra money for school. Small office with family like atmosphere. Computer experience helpful. Please apply in person. 615 S. Bryan Belt Line Rd, Mesquite, TX 75149
972-289-0681.

08/17/2019

We need old sheets, blankets and comforters as well as newspapers.

06/27/2019

FDA Investigates Potential Link Between Diet & Heart Disease in Dogs

For anyone using a grain free or boutique diet, please read this report.

Latest update on the FDA’s investigation into reports of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain pet foods.