Salt and Light House Call Veterinarian, PLLC

07/17/2025

07/16/2025

Dr. Ashlee and her team had a wonderful and successful week in Sanders, AZ on her Christian veterinary mission trip!

Some Mission Trip Numbers:
13 Dog Spays
15 Dog Neuters
169 Dog Rabies Vaccines
12 Cat Spays
14 Cat Neuters
57 Cat Rabies Vaccines
286 Sheep/Goat Vaccines and Deworm
14 Cattle Vaccines and Deworm
24 Horse Vaccines
Most importantly, 4 nights of fellowship and Bible study with the Sanders and surrounding community members.

While we were there, just north of Sanders there was a large (>10,000 acre) wildfire. It has since been contained, but it has hit that community hard. There are still several wildfires ongoing in Arizona, so please pray for containment and rain.

Thanks for all the support and prayers for this and future trips!

07/14/2025

Apparently, July 14th is National Mac and Cheese day! Well, not only is it a cheesy, classic comfort food, it happens to be the names of Dr. Ashlee's new kittens! So, introducing Mac and Cheese!

07/10/2025

Dental health is important for everyone's overall health! Dental disease can accelerate diseases like organ failure and dementia.

Check out this step by step article on how to start brushing your pet's teeth.

Dr. Ashlee hasn't ever personally used any of Tartar Shields products, but a few of them do have the veterinary oral health council seal. She is actually currently testing their toothpaste and Tartar Control Sprinkles on her personal pets. If she likes their results, she will likely start recommending them.

Otherwise, our favorite dental products for both dogs and cats can be found here: https://vohc.org/accepted-products/ . If your pet still doesn't take to teeth brushing after training, they have other options such as water additives and treats.

Additionally, even though it doesn't have the VOHC seal, Dr. Ashlee prefers the Virbac C.E.T. Enzymatic Toothpaste in Vanilla mint flavor (and so do her dogs, Nellie and Sadie).

Let us know if you have any questions about oral health or if you'd like to discuss a dental cleaning for your pet so you have a clean slate to start brushing!

You have probably heard that the most common disease in dogs is periodontal disease—inflammation in the gums caused by tartar buildup, which can lead to bad breath, tooth decay, painful infections, and even organ damage if bacteria reaches the bloodstream. The key to prevention is to remove plaque...

07/08/2025

We are happy to introduce our new program called the "Pay it Forward" account.

Due to the great idea from a client, we now have a dedicated account that anyone can contribute funds to. This means that you can apply any additional amount to your total, and we will add it to this account. You may also send funds to our PO Box or call in a card transaction.

This account will be used at our discretion to help those who may not be able to pay their full total at the time of service. This will be especially useful in urgent euthanasia situations.

Again, this funding will only be used at our discretion. We will not allocate this funding to anyone who calls and specifically asks about it.

Additionally, if at any time the funding becomes too large of an amount, the funds will be given to surrounding area shelters, rescues, Dr. Ashlee's yearly Navajo mission trip, and/or other programs at the discretion of Salt and Light representatives.

Thank you for any and all contributions.

07/07/2025

Garfield enjoyed his Churu and didn't even realize he received his vaccine! He also had an emotional support dog to help! 😂

07/04/2025

07/04/2025

📸 Drop a photo in the comments of your pet rocking their red, white & blue, or just soaking up the summer fun!

❤️ We LOVE seeing your adorable pets and how they spent the holiday — let’s fill the comments with cuteness!

👇 Ready, set, share! 👇

07/04/2025

🎆 4th of July Pet & Livestock Safety Reminder 🎆
As we gear up to celebrate Independence Day, your team at Salt and Light wants to remind all pet and livestock owners to take extra precautions to keep your animals safe during the festivities.

🔹 Fireworks and Loud Noises:
Many animals are sensitive to loud sounds. Keep pets indoors in a quiet, secure area and provide comforting items like toys or blankets. For livestock, ensure they’re in a secure pasture or shelter away from noise.

🔹 Proper Identification:
Make sure your pets are microchipped and wearing up-to-date ID tags in case they become frightened and run off.

🔹 Safe Spaces:
Create a calm environment with soothing music or white noise. Never force your pet to interact if they’re scared.

🔹 Avoid Firework Exposure:
Keep all animals far from fireworks, sparklers, and grills to avoid injuries, burns, or ingestion of harmful materials.

🔹 Keep Gates and Barn Doors Secured:
Loud noises can spook livestock. Double-check enclosures and fencing to prevent escape or injury.

🐾 Your pets and livestock depend on you to keep them safe—let’s help them feel as calm and secure as possible this holiday.

Wishing you and your furry (and feathered!) friends a safe and happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🐶🐱🐴🐮

06/25/2025

There's less than a week left in June, but there's still plenty of time to participate in Adopt a Cat Month! Here are a few questions to give careful consideration before selecting a pet cat: https://bit.ly/2SRrPA3

06/24/2025

A couple of pictures from the Saturday Rabies Vaccine Clinic