Powder Ridge Veterinary Hospital

Powder Ridge Veterinary Hospital Family owned & operated practice founded in 1987, meeting the unique needs of families and their pets

Powder Ridge Post, July 2025National Pet Fire Safety DayNational Pet Fire Safety Day is July 15th.  According to the Ame...
07/15/2025

Powder Ridge Post, July 2025

National Pet Fire Safety Day

National Pet Fire Safety Day is July 15th. According to the American Red Cross, home fires are the most common disaster they respond to, and the most preventable. The best way to protect your pets from the effects of a fire is to include them in your family plan. This includes having their own disaster supplies kit as well as arranging in advance for a safe place for them to stay if you need to leave your home. When you practice your escape plan, practice taking your pets with you. In the event of a disaster, if you must evacuate, the most important thing you can do to protect your pets is to evacuate them too. But remember, never delay escaping or endanger yourself or your family to rescue a family pet.

The National Fire Protection Association estimates that nearly 1,000 home fires each year are accidentally started by the homeowners’ pets. The American Kennel Club and ADT Security Services have joined forces to provide the following tips:

• Extinguish Open Flames – Pets are curious and will investigate cooking appliances, candles, or even a fire in your fireplace. Ensure your pet is not left unattended around an open flame and make sure to thoroughly extinguish any open flame before leaving your home.
• Protect Stove K***s – Be sure to remove stove k***s or protect them with covers before leaving the house. A stove or cook top is the number one piece of equipment involved in your pet starting a fire.
• Invest in Flameless Candles – These candles contain a light bulb rather than an open flame and take the danger out of your pet knocking over a candle. Cats are notorious for starting fires when their tails overturn a lit candle.
• Help Firefighters help your pets – Affix a pet alert window cling to a front window and write down the number of pets inside your home. This critical information saves rescuers time when locating your pets, so remember to keep the number of pets listed on them updated.
• Install and maintain smoke alarms in your home, and if you have a security system, make sure it alerts you or the local fire department in case of a fire.

July is Pet Hydration Awareness Month

Signs that your pet is dehydrated can include dry or tacky gums, panting, thick saliva, sunken eyes, and even vomiting. Early warning signs of dehydration can include lethargy, loss of appetite, weakness, and loss of skin elasticity. Severe chronic dehydration cases can cause mobility issues and can even be fatal.

To help your pet stay well hydrated, ensure they always have access to clean, fresh water. Canned food naturally contains more moisture than dry kibble, making it a good way to boost your pet’s hydration. Some pets enjoy licking ice cubes or frozen treats made with water and pet-safe ingredients like low sodium broth or pureed fruits like watermelon or blueberries. If you are traveling with your pet, it’s a good idea to bring a bowl and extra water with you so it can be offered to them.

On the other end of the spectrum is water intoxication. If your pet is constantly exposed to bodies of water or garden hoses, this can cause issues too. Everything in moderation!

Today is Cow Appreciation Day! We're taking a moment to celebrate these gentle, generous, and "udderly moo-velous" creat...
07/11/2025

Today is Cow Appreciation Day! We're taking a moment to celebrate these gentle, generous, and "udderly moo-velous" creatures that give us so much—milk, cheese, ice cream, and even heartwarming companionship.️ Whether they’re grazing peacefully in a field or starring in your favorite farm photo, cows deserve some extra love today.

When your patients are this cute, work never feels like work! 🐩❤🐩Vet Tech Taylor with poodle patients Molly Moo & Edgar ...
07/08/2025

When your patients are this cute, work never feels like work! 🐩❤🐩
Vet Tech Taylor with poodle patients Molly Moo & Edgar Allen Poodle 😍

Our office is closed today in celebration of Independence Day. Happy 4th!
07/04/2025

Our office is closed today in celebration of Independence Day. Happy 4th!

Are you and your pet ready for the 4th of July?!  Some tips to help keep your pet safe and calm during the celebrations ...
07/01/2025

Are you and your pet ready for the 4th of July?! Some tips to help keep your pet safe and calm during the celebrations include:

- Keeping your Pet in a secure room during parties or fireworks and playing soft music in the background
- Wearing an anxiety vest may help some pets
- Asking your veterinarian if anti-anxiety medication may be a good idea for your pet, and fill it sooner rather than later (i.e. DON'T wait for July 3rd for your refill request!)

Visit https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/fourth-july-safety-tips OR https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/july-4-safety for more Safety Tips so both you and your furry family member can enjoy the holiday!

A gentle reminder that our doctors require 24-48 hours notice to authorize medications, so if you need your pet's anti-anxiety medication, please call our office as soon as possible. Our office will be closed on Friday, July 4th, but will be open our regular hours the rest of the week. We wish you all a safe and happy Independence Day!

Have you made a plan to keep your pet safe on the Fourth of July? Don’t worry, our experts at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center have you covered with tips to keep your pet feeling safe, happy and healthy this holiday!

Here is Sophia with her adopted sister Daisy. They are both 10 year old rescues! Sophia was in last week for a visit wit...
06/30/2025

Here is Sophia with her adopted sister Daisy. They are both 10 year old rescues! Sophia was in last week for a visit with Dr. Carey. Thank you for sharing this adorable photo of your beautiful girls, Pam!

Today is Cat World Domination Day.  Is it any surprise that our feline friends have a day to celebrate their World Domin...
06/24/2025

Today is Cat World Domination Day. Is it any surprise that our feline friends have a day to celebrate their World Domination? 😺 Our Fur-midable kitties and their paw-er seeking cattitudes are truly paw-some, and that's no pun!

06/24/2025

Our office will be closed today from 12:00-1:30pm for our monthly staff meeting. Thank you!

Happy Summer Solstice!  The summer solstice is the day with the longest period of daylight and shortest night of the yea...
06/20/2025

Happy Summer Solstice! The summer solstice is the day with the longest period of daylight and shortest night of the year, when the sun is at its highest position in the sky, so we hope you get out there and enjoy this nice long day!

Powder Ridge Post, June 2025The Week of June 16th is Take Your Pet to Work Week!Here at Powder Ridge Vet, we are lucky t...
06/17/2025

Powder Ridge Post, June 2025

The Week of June 16th is Take Your Pet to Work Week!
Here at Powder Ridge Vet, we are lucky to be able to bring our pets to work with us! Having your pet at work can reduce stress, improve morale, and increase productivity. Pets can act as a source of comfort and companionship, which can lead to happier and more engaged employees. They also encourage social interaction and help create a more positive and welcoming work environment. We know this isn’t an option for a lot of offices, so we are truly fortunate!

If your pet is allowed to join you at work, here are some tips to help get them acclimated. Start slowly! Short visits at first can get them used to their new surroundings. Ensure that they have a safe space, like a crate, with a bed or blanket, toys, and fresh water nearby. Introduce them slowly to the sights and sounds of your workplace, including slow introductions to your co-workers. Offer positive reinforcement for good behavior and set clear rules and boundaries for their behavior. Share these rules and boundaries with your co-workers to help them understand how to interact with your pet safely. Make sure you remember to give your pet breaks and ensure they are getting enough exercise and mental stimulation before and during the workday. This can help prevent destructive behavior.

National Pet Choking Prevention Day is June 22nd
According to CNYSPCA, over 200,000 pet choking incidents occur annually in the United States. The good news is that pet choking is often preventable. According to Bow Wow Labs, the top choking hazards for dogs and cats include balls, sticks, chew toys, bully sticks, food packaging, string, window blind cords, fishing pole type toys, plastic, and rubber bands/hair ties.

To help safeguard your pet from the dangers of choking, here are some tips. First, size matters. Toys and treats that are smaller than your pet’s windpipe or large enough to block the airway can create a choking hazard. It’s important to select a proper sized toy for your pet. For instance, the diameter of a ball should always be wider than the width of your pet’s jaw. Toys should not be able to fit completely inside your pet’s mouth. Beware of chews and toys that break apart but don’t break down as these can all be hazardous. Secondly, know your pet. Each pet has different tendencies, and if yours is one that likes to swallow things whole, keep that in mind. And if you have a puppy or kitten, anticipate the worst and err on the side of caution when it comes to their toys and treats. Thirdly, never leave your pet unattended with treats and chews. If they aren’t finished with it when you need to leave, take it away from them and store it in a safe place until you return. Lastly, take care with multi-species households. The perfect toy for your cat could be a choking hazard for your dog and vice versa. Also, if you have a baby or toddler at home, watch for small toys that are left behind as those can easily pose a choking hazard for your dog or cat.

Happy Father's Day to all the two and four legged Dad's out there!  We hope you and the kids have a great day!
06/15/2025

Happy Father's Day to all the two and four legged Dad's out there! We hope you and the kids have a great day!

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Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
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Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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