San Juan Veterinary Clinic

08/29/2024

Planning to take your dog hiking or camping this Labor Day weekend? 🐾🌲
Here are a few safety tips from vet tech Rachel: https://aercmn.com/camping-and-hiking-with-your-dog-part-ii-safety-tips

08/29/2024

08/29/2024

Call today to make a vaccine appointment!

08/28/2024

Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day is celebrated annually to honor and remember pets that have passed away. The day is meant to be a time for reflection, love, and gratitude for the time spent with pets. It's also a reminder of the bond shared with animal companions and the hope of a reunion.

The day was founded by author and blogger Deborah Barnes in honor of her cat, Mr. Jazz, who died on August 28, 2013. The day is based on an anonymous poem written in the 1980s and 1990s called "Rainbow Bridge". The poem describes a meadow where pets go after they die, and a bridge that connects the meadow to Heaven. When a pet and its owner are reunited, they cross the bridge together.

Here are some ways to celebrate Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day:
Share memories of your pet
Create an outdoor memorial
Get a tattoo of your pet
Donate to an animal charity
Write a poem or journal
Build a memorial page online
Compile a video of memories together

08/27/2024

Planning a BBQ or picnic this Labor Day weekend? Remember to keep your pets safe & away from the human food! Many favorite foods are actually toxic to pets which is why you should remind any guests to resist those puppy eyes & refrain from feeding your pets. See the graphic to learn more!

Find Labor Day pet safety tips here: https://aercmn.com/keep-your-pets-safe-this-labor-day-weekend

08/27/2024

08/26/2024

Share with us your best selfie with your dog!

08/25/2024

Myths and Truths about vaccines and older or indoor-only pets.

Victor Cortese, DVM, PhD, Dipl ABVP, provides a deeper understanding about the risk of disease in indoor-only and geriatric pets. Pet Vaccines Myths & Truth...

08/24/2024

No matter how careful we are with our pets, they can still get lost. While there is no sure way to prevent your pet from getting lost, you can help make sure they are returned home with a microchip. https://pbxx.it/BbbUfh

08/23/2024

International Blind Dog Day is celebrated each year to recognize and celebrate the lives of blind dogs. The day also aims to raise awareness about the needs and capabilities of blind dogs, and to educate the public on how to care for them.
Blind dogs can lead fulfilling lives with proper care and accommodation, and they can bring happiness and motivation to their owners. The day also highlights the resilience and special bond that blind dogs share with their humans.

08/22/2024

Regular vet care is important for a cat's health and well-being. Cats can suffer from many of the same diseases as humans and dogs, but they are often good at hiding their illnesses. Routine vet visits can help prevent illnesses, such as feline periodontal disease, and help ensure your cat's balanced nutrition.

To reduce stress for your cat during their visit, you can try acclimating them to their carrier before going.

Call today to schedule your visit!

08/21/2024

08/20/2024

It's not too late to start immunizations. Give us a call today!!

08/17/2024

On World Honeybee Day, let's recognize and honor the incredible impact of honeybees on our global food supply.

Did you know that 70% of our food system depends on pollinators, and about 80% of that pollination is done by honeybees? The loss of flowering plants would not only devastate our ecosystem but also harm our economy.

Let's raise awareness and take action to protect these essential pollinators.

6 WAYS TO CELEBRATE WORLD HONEY BEE DAY

1. Collect and spread local wildflower seeds to promote honey bee pollination.
2. Flavors of honey vary depending on the variety of flowers and nectar available to the
bees.
3. Clover, alfalfa, lavender, orange, and chestnut are just a few to choose from.
4. Replace your usual sweetener with honey for the day. Taste the difference!
5. Give the gift of honey to a friend, neighbor, co-worker or family member.
6. Share your sweet honey stories on social media tagging .

08/17/2024

A fire is scary for everyone – including your li'l buddy – but following these steps can help prepare you for an emergency fire situation, making you and your pet feel safer and less stressed. https://pbxx.it/Gqfdho

08/17/2024

If you’re planning a beach or lake day with your dog this weekend, beware of these potential dangers in our graphic. Read our blog to learn more: https://aercmn.com/lake-and-beach-dangers-for-dogs/

08/16/2024

One of our favorite things to do is start every morning with a joke or something funny, share your favorite joke with us! (keep it clean...)

08/15/2024

Today is National Check the Chip Day! At your pet’s next appointment with their family vet, ask them to “check the chip” to ensure it can be found & the registration information is correct! If you have any questions about microchips for pets, talk to your family veterinarian!

If your pet isn’t microchipped, learn more about microchips here: https://aercmn.com/why-should-i-microchip-my-pet/

08/14/2024

The holiday is mainly celebrated by schools, zoos, parks, and reptile enthusiasts. It focuses on raising awareness of reptiles as pets, and some ways to celebrate include:
Sharing pictures and videos of your favorite lizard on social media with

Hiking in search of lizard fun facts
Watching videos about lizards on YouTube

Lizards are reptiles with scaly skin, long bodies, four legs, and movable eyelids. They are cold-blooded and rely on sunlight for survival, and can be found on every continent except Antarctica. Lizards are important as both predators and prey species, and can help control agricultural pests.

08/13/2024

We want to remind pet parents to always check lakes (and other bodies of water) before letting your dog swim in them!

Check out our graphic for more information & then head to our blog: https://aercmn.com/dangers-of-blue-green-algae

08/13/2024

Is your pet up to date on their vaccinations? Call now to schedule an appointment!

08/12/2024

The start of the school year is an exciting time for many families, but it can also pose unexpected dangers to pets. Learn about the most hazardous items lurking in backpacks. https://pbxx.it/renOnf

08/10/2024

Annual wellness exams and screenings give your veterinarian the opportunity to detect health issues in the early stages, which can mean a better outcome for your pet. Utilize these at-home pet wellness check-in tips in between your pet's annual veterinary visits. https://pbxx.it/G0b1OC