Lincolnway Veterinary Clinic, LLC

02/14/2025

!Important anouncement!

Below is a statement from Merck Animal Health and how they can help with the microschip situation with Save a life.

"Many owners are seeking to enroll with HomeAgain pet recovery database, and we want to make it easy for them! Here are options to process these enrollment transfer requests:

1.) Pet Owner Self-Serve Online Enrollment:
Owners can enroll their pets microchips on homeagain.com using code EnrollSTL.

Or

2.) Pet Owner Calling In for Enrollment:
Clinics can direct pet owners to call our HomeAgain pet owner customer care number at 1-888-HOMEAGAIN (1-888-466-3242) to initiate their pet's transfer to our database. Due to high call volumes, this may delay the process.
Pet owners will need to have their Save This Life microchip number available and let the customer care agent know that their vet alerted them to this option. Upon transferring their enrollment to HomeAgain, pet owners will receive enrollment in our database and 1 free year of our premium membership. If they then choose not to renew the premium membership, the pet details will still remain in our database forever and can be updated anytime."

If you have any further questions or concerns, pleast reach out to us by phone call or text, and we will be more than happy to assist you!

02/13/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Bailey for being our Employee of the Month!

Dr. Bailey has been with Lincolnway for 3 years now. You can always find her giving lovins' and care to all the patients that come to our clinic, even if she's not your furry friends Doctor that day! You can always count on Dr. Bailey to give the best of her care to your fur babies!

Thank you, Dr. Bailey for giving your utmost care and unconditional love to every single pet that comes into our clinic, no matter how big, or small the case is!

Did you know Dr. Bailey has 2 dogs of her own?
She has a Weimaraner named Doc, and a Dalmation named Juniper!

02/11/2025

We keep talking about dental health month…
But how do you know if your pet has any oral health problems? We’ve put together a list of things to look for when it comes to your pets dental health!

02/10/2025

We have an ⚠️ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ⚠️
Save This Life Microchip, a company whose chips we have used, has unexpectedly ceased operations and closed. This means your pet’s microchip number may no longer show up as registered if it was registered with Save This Life.
What should you do?
1.) Check your pet’s microchip number. If you have your paperwork from when the pet was chipped this number is what you need. If you don’t have it, or are unsure if your pet is chipped, please call us and we can have you come in to scan your pet.
2.) Confirm where/ if your pet’s microchip number is registered. Go to the AAHA Microchip Registry Lookup and search the number. This site is only able to show where a microchip is registered. If you’re registered with any other company you don’t need to proceed to step 3. If nothing shows up, the pet is likely not registered or was registered with Save This Life.
3.) Re-register your chip. If you are registered with Save This Life only it is recommended to re-register with another active company. If your pet is ever lost being registered is how someone may be able to get your pet back to you. There are multiple companies who you can register with. Some are paid and offer 24/7 recovery support and others have free registration. Find the company that works best for your family but some examples include: Universal Chip Registration, AKC Reunite, PetLink, Petkey.org, or 24PetWatch.
If you have any other questions about microchipping please contact us!

02/06/2025

It's National Dental Health Month!

Ever hear the words 'Cat Stomatitis' and 'Gingivitis' but wasn't quite sure what that means for your feline companions? We are here to help!

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, by the age of 3, most cats have initial signs of gum disease. As they get older, it can worsen and without proper treatment, it could lead to serious health issues. Cat Stomatitis can cause chronic inflammatory disease, which causes ulcers and pain inside their mouths. Gingivitis causes inflammation on feline gums, and can be caused from plaque build up or poor oral hygiene. That's why it's very important and highly recommended by your vet to get your furry companions in at least once a year to do a oral exam by a doctor to make sure everything looks good. If you feel your pet may need to have an oral exam done, reach out to us and get an appointment scheduled!

02/05/2025

Did you know February is Dental Health Month? 🦷🪥
Dental health is an important part of your pets overall health. Dental disease can cause other health problems so taking care of the mouth is essential!
Stay tuned this month as we share more about dental health!

01/20/2025

We wanted to share some tips to help you and your pet through this extreme cold!
•If your pet does wear clothes outside make sure when they come in any wet clothing is removed.
•signs an animal may be getting too cold include:
*trembling or limping
*sleepiness or reluctance to move when called
*slow breathing
*lifting paws
*whining or seeming anxious
*lack of mental alertness

01/17/2025

Hello LVC community! We are hoping you can help us out. We had someone bring is a dog that they found near jimtown intermediate to check for a microchip. Unfortunately, the dog didn't. The dog is a young female Brittany with an orange collar that says Ruby on it. The person who found it is going to help take care of her until her owner is found. If you know who's dog this is let us know and we can help get in contact with the person who is taking care of her.

01/05/2025

Have you been waiting to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sadie? Great news, Dr. Sadie is now taking appointments! You can set up an appointment with her either by giving us a call/text, going to our website, or coming into the clinic!

01/01/2025

For those customers that feed raw diet contact supplier about care taken with flocks food comes from, or heat to 165°F prior to serving to pets.
Here are other pointers from our AVMA

12/24/2024

A friendly reminder of what foods are not safe for your furry companions during the holiday season!

1. Bones: Turkey bones become brittle after they cook. They can splinter easily, and if your pet swallows one that's become splinted, your pet can choke or suffer internal injuries.
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2. High-fat foods: Fatty foods, such as turkey skin and buttered mashed potatoes, can lead to GI upset in your pet.
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3. Xylitol: This is an artificial sweetener that sometimes goes by the name 'birch sugar.' Peanut butter and sugar-free desserts are examples of foods that contain this. Ingestion of Xylitol can cause a rapid drop in blood sugar, leading to liver failure or seizures.
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4. Macadamia nuts: These nuts are highly toxic to dogs, and can lead to things such as tremors, weakness, and vomiting.
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5. Alcohol: During the holidays, this is a very common drink, but even a small amount can be dangerous for your pet. It has greater effects on them than on humans. This can lead to difficulty breathing, vomiting, and even seizures.
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6. Onions and Garlic: These are very popular ingredients used to season dishes and can affect your pets red blood cells.
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7. Bread dough: Yeast dough in the bread can expand in your pet's stomach, which can lead to discomfort, and even bloating.
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8. Chocolate: This can be found in a variety of foods, including cookies, pastries, pies, and cakes. Chocolate contains theobromine, which is the organic compound of the cacao bean and is toxic to pets. The darker the chocolate is, the more dangerous.
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9. Grapes and Raisins: These two can lead to kidney failure in dogs.
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10. Corn on the cob: This can pose a choking hazard for your pets.
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11. Stuffing: This can be harmful due to some toxic ingredients used, such as butter, garlic, and onions as listed above. This could lead to digestive issues.

12/23/2024

Did you say puppy classes!?

You heard correctly!
If you have a pup you'd like to sign up for classes, please reach out to us!

We look forward to meeting more furry friends in class :)

12/21/2024

Running into the Holiday season like Kelly!

If you’re planning on expanding your family by four little paws this Christmas, reach out to us about our puppy classes. We’re here to help you navigate the ups and downs of puppyhood! 🎄🐾

12/19/2024

It's the time of the season for the holidays!! Please take a look below for our holiday closure dates.

We will be closed this month on Tuesday, the 24th and Wednesday, the 25th for Christmas Eve and Christmas! On Thursday, December 26th, our regular business hours will resume.

For the New years, we will be closed on Tuesday, the 31st of December, and Wednesday, the 1st of January. We will resume our regular hours on January 2nd.

If you encounter any emergencies during this period, please reach out to the Emergency Veterinarian Care Center, located at 5714 N Main St, Mishawaka, IN 46545. Contact number 574-544-6200

12/07/2024

Say hello to this sweet boy, Oakley :)
This little bundle of joy weighs just 5.2lbs and fits right in your hands!

This isn't his first visit, but we can't help but adore this cutie pie and show him to you all! Not to mention his adorable Christmas jammies!

12/07/2024

Congratulations to Brandi for being our Employee of the Month!

Brandi has been with Lincolnway for a little over 5 months now. One thing you will always find with Brandi is her bubbly personality, whether it's at the receptionist's desk, on the phone, texting, or getting you and your fur babies taken care of and checked out in the room!

Thank you Brandi for your patience, willingness to help where help is needed, and encouragement to your fellow employees!

Did you know that Brandi owns two cats of her own? Luna and Kiko are her current fur babies, but she hopes to add a puppers to the family soon!

11/28/2024

11/26/2024

Congratulations to Shelly for being our Employee of the Month!

Shelly has been with Lincolnway for almost 4 years. When she isn't at the reception desk, you can always find her somewhere in the clinic, offering a helping hand where needed. Shelly always strives to provide the best care to our clients and patients, always with a warm smile and positive attitude!

Thank you, Shelly, for all you do and all your hard work!

Did you know that Shelly is a big animal lover and owns many pets of her own? She currently has 3 dogs, 3 cats, a leopard gecko, 2 birds, a hamster, and 3 snakes!