Mount Plaines Animal Hospital

08/29/2024

We finally have our power back on. Tomorrow we will be open from 8 am to 4 pm. If we missed you today we will contact you tomorrow to reschedule your appointment. Sorry for any inconvenience!

08/29/2024

We are still without power. Service should be restored this afternoon. If you had an appointment today we will call to reschedule tomorrow. Sorry for the inconvenience!

08/28/2024

We are currently without power, which includes our phone system. Hopefully back up and running soon, although ComEd has their hands full after the storm yesterday.

07/29/2024

We have had some people ask how they can help Erin with the expenses related to her Olympic quest. Here is a link to her go fund me page if you would like to make a donation. Go Erin!

My name is Joseph Barnes and my wife Erin Reese is competing in the 2024 Pari… Joseph Barnes needs your support for Help Secure My Olympic Spot: Road to Paris

07/26/2024

Good luck to Erin Reese who is competing in the women’s hammer throw Sunday, August 4 at 5:45 am. Erin worked at Mount Plaines as an animal caregiver while she was in high school! Thanks to Heidi Depner for making these awesome signs!

07/05/2024

Happy Fourth of July 🇺🇸! Thanks to all who work hard for our freedom starting from here, the Old State House in Boston, where the Declaration of Independence was publicly read on July 18, 1776.

We will be back in the office tomorrow at 8 am. Have a great holiday!

04/29/2024

https://www.scrippsnews.com/science-and-tech/animals-and-insects/what-to-keep-in-mind-for-the-safety-of-your-pets-as-cicadas-emerge

Two massive broods of cicadas are emerging around the same time this spring.

03/25/2024

We hope everyone has a great Easter. Keep in mind chocolate in Easter baskets can be dangerous for pets, and Easter lilies are extremely toxic to cats. Even sniffing the pollen can affect kidney function. Be safe, and have a happy spring!

  Dear Members, The CVMA reminds pet owners that holiday decorations & foods can be harmful with the following press release. Please share with your local media contacts.   Protect Your Pet’s Health

12/28/2023

A very happy 21st birthday to one of our favorites, Nina!

12/13/2023

Important breaking news!

In a joyful announcement for children and animal lovers alike, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has declared that Santa's reindeer are healthy and all clear for their magical Christmas Eve journey.

12/04/2023

I know there is a lot of concern right now regarding a potentially new canine respiratory infection. This article has a nice summery of what we know, and don't know at this point. The best recommendation is to make sure your dog is appropriately vaccinated for their lifestyle. Please call if you have any concerns regarding your pets vaccine status, or if you are noticing any respiratory symptoms.

I’ve held off writing about this but since I’ve been answering many emails about it every day, here we go. The questions I keep getting (as usual) are

11/21/2023

We hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Here are some tips to keep your pets safe and healthy through the holiday.

Thanksgiving can carry some hazards for pets. Follow these tips to keep your pets healthy and safe during the holiday.

11/13/2023

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/product-recall-salmonella-dog-cat-food-mid-america-pet-food/

Mid-America Pet Food widens its recall from one product to include all of the 30-plus types of food it produces.

10/30/2023

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-happens-to-a-werewolf-on-the-moon/
Happy Halloween!

As space agencies turn their gaze to the moon, we need to consider what werewolves might mean for lunar exploration—and vice versa

10/16/2023

We are looking for animal lovers to fill full and part time receptionist positions. Please give us a call or stop by to learn more about the position or to fill out an application. We are looking forward to expanding our Mount Plaines family!!

10/11/2023

Our phones are finally back in service!! The final step in the process is restoring our answering service, which should be back up by tomorrow. Just a reminder, we are open until noon today, back at 8 am tomorrow. If you do have an emergency, both the Veterinary Specialty Center and Elk Grove Veterinary Specialty and Emergency are both open 24 hours a day.

10/10/2023

Our new phone system has been installed and should be ready to go for tomorrow's office hours! Hope to hear from everyone soon!

10/09/2023

We are currently experiencing difficulties with our phone system. We are unable to make or receive calls. Our IT guru is on the case, and hopefully we will be up and running soon.

08/27/2023

Happy National dog day to all of our pampered furry friends!

01/02/2023

We wish you all a healthy and happy 2023.

12/25/2022

We wish you all a joyful holiday!

11/10/2022

Medieval healers treated animals' ailments with a mix of faith, tradition and science

11/06/2022

Dr. Ruffolo has spent the weekend at the Illinois State Veterinary Association conference learning the latest in nutrition. Got a question about your pets food? Give us a call.

10/14/2022

We have recently seen several dogs with Leptospirosis, an infectious disease that can lead to kidney and liver failure. Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease, meaning you can catch it from your sick dog. Years ago there were concerns about vaccine reactions, however now there are excellent vaccines, made with newer technology, to prevent this illness. Call us if you are unsure about your dog's vaccine status or to schedule a vaccine appointment.

Pet owners are sharing their tragic stories of loss as a warning about a surge in cases of a bacterial infection called Leptospirosis.

10/07/2021

Rabies is fortunately very seldom seen in people in the United States. This is due to very effective treatment after exposure to rabies, and also vaccinations for pets. Pets, including indoor cats, are most likely to come in contact with sick wildlife ( eg. the bat that flies into your house). By vaccinating your pet, you not only protect them, but you protect everyone who loves them. Please make sure your pets are current on vaccinations, and if you are bitten by anything, especially a bat, it is important to seek medical attention. Treatment is much easier than it used to be. Once you develop symptoms of Rabies, treatment almost invariably is too late.
https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/29/us/illinois-rabies-death/index.html

A man in northeastern Illinois died from rabies about a month after apparently being infected by a bat he found in his room, marking the first human case of the virus in the state since 1954, health officials said Tuesday.

09/14/2021

An exciting night at Mount Plaines. A stray cat who found Sandi had her kittens late yesterday with midwives Carissa, Heidi and Sandi in attendance. 8 healthy babies!

08/02/2021

We realize many of you are waiting a longer than average time to be seen. Unfortunately , like many clinics, we have been overwhelmed with staffing shortages and increased demand, Additionally, due to these same problems at emergency clinics and specialists, we are seeing more animals that we would have previously referred for care. Please be patient, especially with our excellent receptionists. Everyone at Mount Plaines has been putting in extra time to ensure the quality of care remains high as we work to accommodate the extra demand. We will always do everything possible to see you, although it may be a drop off appointment for emergencies or a non emergency appointments that takes a little longer to schedule. We would ask that you schedule routine care as much in advance as possible, including surgeries. We value all of you, and appreciate the opportunity to care for your pets!

Some clinics estimate they are up to 75% busier than they were before the pandemic.

07/29/2021

We are happy to report that we are now "open" again. For those of you who haven't been in recently, you are welcome to come into the building. Due to underlying health concerns for some of our staff, we kindly ask that you continue to wear a face covering in the office. We have also expanded our hours. Updated hours are 8-6 on Monday and Thursday, 8-4 on Tuesday and Friday, 8-12 on Wednesday and 8-2 on Saturday. We look forward to seeing you!

05/29/2021

Ticks can carry many dangerous diseases besides Lyme disease for you and your pet. While ticks are common in wooded areas, they can be right in your own back yard. Make sure to keep up with the flea and tick preventative. If you think your dog has a tick, please be sure before trying to remove it. Skin tags and ni***es (yes male dogs have them too) can look like ticks. Please call if you are uncertain or if you have any questions about preventative.

Lyme disease is transmitted through tick bites, but researchers and educators warn that it’s not the only disease carried by the parasitic arachnids.

03/24/2021

It’s National puppy day! Give your furry pal a hug!