Mercy Animal Hospital

06/26/2024

Your pets are an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. To prepare for the unexpected follow these tips with your pets in mind: 1. Make a plan. 2. Build an emergency kit. 3. Stay informed. Make a Plan If you have a plan in place for you and yo...

06/22/2024

His title was bestowed upon him "with a resounding purr of approval from the faculty."

06/18/2024

Also known as Adopt a Shelter Cat Month. NATIONAL ADOPT A CAT MONTH Meow! National Adopt a Cat Month in June encourages us to remember our feline friends when considering a new pet. Also known as Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, it's a time to learn the cat-friendly ways to prepare your home for a new fur...

06/13/2024

He stole the audience's hearts, as well.

06/11/2024

WORLD PET MEMORIAL DAY Every year on the second Tuesday in June, World Pet Memorial Day offers a time for pet owners to remember the furry companions that have passed away. It’s also a day to do something kind for those who have recently lost their beloved pet. It’s no secre...

06/06/2024

Turns out, it's an amazing rescue tool.

06/04/2024

Hug Your Cat Day is a delightful occasion dedicated to celebrating the special bond between humans and their feline companions. It’s a day to show appreciation for the love, comfort, and joy that cats bring into our lives. In this article, we explore the significance of Hug Your Cat Day 2024 and s...

05/29/2024

Brady's got some explaining to do.

05/26/2024

05/22/2024

May is Responsible Animal Guardian Month – a time to salute the great joy and added responsibility that pets bring. It’s a special time for pets, from the largest horse to the smallest fish, to be recognized for the joy they add to our lives. History of Responsible Animal Guardian Month It has i...

05/17/2024

She was so grateful to be found.

05/16/2024

Thousands of pets get lost every day. Please do not let your pet be in that number. Microchipping is a simple, quick and painless procedure that can be the difference between your lost pet being returned to you, or your pet ending up on the streets, scared and alone, unclaimed in a shelter, or even....

05/07/2024

NATIONAL PET WEEK Beginning the first full week in May, National Pet Week celebrates the relationship and the circle of life between pet and human. The week is also an opportunity to review your pet's health to help ensure a long and lasting relationship. The relationships between animals and humans...

05/03/2024

National Specially-Abled Pets Day is observed on May 3 to encourage people to adopt, love, and support differently-abled pets. Owners of differently-abled pets participate in the celebration by sharing their experience of caring for a specially-abled pet and the challenges and breakthroughs of the j...

05/01/2024

Did you that about 80 million homes in America have an animal family member? And about half of those households have more than one? Say “Hello” to National Pet Month, celebrated in April in the U.K. and in May in the U.S. What a great way to celebrate how important our pets are! They make our so...

04/27/2024

World Veterinary Day is marked on the last Saturday of April, which is April 27 this year. It is a day to celebrate the noble profession of veterinarians. The day provides recognition for those who have dedicated their lives to helping animals, and it honors the profession’s role in the health and...

04/25/2024

Buying children new pets can be beneficial for both the child and the pet—if the right pet is chosen for the child at the right time. A day that reminds us of that fact, and one that also celebrates the joys of children’s pets, is National Kids and Pets Day. This holiday falls on April 26th each...

04/24/2024

A mark that will last forever Every day for past 12 years, the lives of Madison Best and her family have been much brighter than they would have otherwise been. That’s because, over a decade ago, they welcomed this sweet dog named Dixie into their hearts and home. “She’s been with me and by my...

04/19/2024

NATIONAL PET ID WEEK National Pet ID Week is always for seven days starting April 17. It gives pet owners an excellent opportunity to review the steps they can take to ensure their pet has the best chance of being recovered should the animal become lost. An estimated one in three pets will go missin...

04/11/2024

NATIONAL PET DAY National Pet Day on April 11th dedicates the day to those pets who may not always get the companionship and attention pets deserve. While loving our pets is something we do every day, the observance encourages helping out orphaned pet companions. It will improve their health and enh...

04/11/2024

National Pet First Aid Awareness Month is celebrated in April every year. This is a special month dedicated to raising awareness among pet parents and animal lovers about pet injuries and providing emergency care in case of injuries. Have you ever wondered what you would do if you find yourself in a...

04/03/2024

Heartworm Awareness Month, observed in April, aims to bring awareness to all pet owners about the deadly heartworm disease and how they can prevent and cure it. Did you know that heartworm disease can lead to the death of your beloved pets? Yes, heartworm disease in dogs and cats can result in sever...

03/28/2024

Many families are gearing up to go on egg hunts and eat tons of candy for Easter this weekend. But before you jump into this spring holiday’s festivities, be sure to read over the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center’s (APCC) list of the top four most common pet dangers associated with Easter to k...

03/20/2024

Take a minute to ‘paws’ and honor National Animal Poison Prevention Week, held during the third full week in March each year. This year, it takes place from March 17 to 23. This week educates pet owners on what can poison their pets, how to spot the signs of poisoning, and how to help pets if th...

03/13/2024

NATIONAL K9 VETERANS DAY March 13th recognizes National K9 Veterans Day and the dedicated K9 units who've served since World War II. A lot of things changed after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. We rationed oil, leather, and rubber. The military draft men into service. Wo...

03/07/2024

She honked her horn but nothing happened ... A woman was out driving in Southeast Missouri when she spotted what looked like a wig in the middle of the road. Confused and a little concerned, she slowed down — and soon realized it wasn’t a wig at all. The lump of hair lying motionless on the road...

03/06/2024

Professional Pet Sitters Week takes place during the first full week in March. Throughout the week, pet sitters are recognized and appreciated for the incredible job they do. For many households, pets are more or less a part of the family. Thus, when pet owners are indisposed, by work or travel, pet...

03/03/2024

While pets bring unconditional love and joy to our lives, not having opposable thumbs can present some limitations. On March 3, National If Pets Had Thumbs Day, we are given the opportunity to imagine what life would be like if our fuzzy little friends had that extra digit. Would they use it for goo...