Thousand Hills Veterinary Clinic

03/21/2025

Charter Spectrum Service has an outage. As a result, we are having difficulty with our phone service. Please try texting us at 618-242-3325 or calling and leaving a voicemail. We will return your text/call as soon as we are able to.

03/07/2025

Happy Friday everyone! We hope everyone has had an enjoyable week and are planning a relaxing weekend. If we had the pleasure of seeing you recently please leave us a review of how your visit went! You will be entered into our March drawing for a free give away!

03/06/2025

02/28/2025

Were bringing back some fun facts for our weekly FUN FACT FRIDAY!!

-Because a dog’s nose can sense heat/thermal radiation, both blind and deaf dogs are still able to hunt.

-House cats share 95.6% of their genetic makeup with tigers. You read that right, TIGERS. They also share some of the same behavior habits such as scent and urine marking, prey stalking and pouncing.
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02/28/2025

Happy Friday everyone! We finally made it. Everyone at THVC hopes you had a wonderful week and if we had the pleasure of seeing you recently don't forget to leave us a review to tell us about your visit and we will enter you into our monthly drawing for a free reward. We hope you have a fun filled weekend planned! Stay safe everyone.

02/27/2025

Just a reminder we are carrying a new heartworm prevention!!

Proheart 12

This product is a once a year injection and will keep your dogs protected against heartworm disease for a full year.

Mosquitoes are a year round threat for our area since our temperatures are so sporadic, making sure your dogs are always protected even when you may think it isn't needed will always be our main goal!

If you would like to add a Proheart 12 injection to your yearly visit OR are interested in switching products please give us a call and we can get this scheduled for you!

02/26/2025

As dental month is coming to an end we want to remind you that dental care should be a regular habit in your house hold. Here are some tips on brushing your dog's teeth at home.

-Get your dog used to the idea of having his teeth brushed. Keep the sessions short and positive. Dip your finger in beef bouillon and massage his lips in a circular motion for 30 to 60 seconds once or twice a day for a few weeks, and then move on to the teeth and gums.
-Wrap your finger in gauze or place a toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the teeth and clean in small, circular motions, lifting your dog’s lip if necessary. Because the side of the tooth that touches the cheek contains the most tartar, concentrate there.
When you’re almost finished, brush vertically toward the inside of the mouth to clear any plaque you’ve dislodged.
-Use a brush designed especially for dogs; it’s smaller than a human toothbrush and has softer bristles. Toothbrushes that you can wear over your finger are also available.
-Use toothpaste designed for dogs; using your own toothpaste can cause distress and upset your dog’s stomach.

02/25/2025

The last Tuesday of February is an annual event celebrated world wide in educating pet owners on the importance of spaying their pets.

Spaying your pet has several different health and behavioral benefits that last them their entire lives. We will go through a few of them to help educate you on how the rewards definitely outweigh the risks.

- Mammary Cancer Prevention
- Pyometra Prevention (uterus infection that often times requires emergency surgery)
- Simple Convenience (not worrying about bloody discharge all over your house multiple times a year)
- Most importantly the hassle of finding homes for unplanned puppies/kittens

Spaying your pet is a humane way to help control the overpopulation of pets and the amount of healthy animals that are getting euthanized daily in shelters due to the United States being overpopulated.

Do your part as a responsible pet owner and spay and neuter your pet to help maintain their lifelong healthy status.

02/24/2025

As February is coming to an end so is dental month but dental health should be a daily ritual for your household. These daily chews are still available at a discount until the end of this week! Give us a call and we can put a bag to the side for you.

02/21/2025

Happy Friday everyone! We hope everyone had a wonderful week and have a relaxing weekend planned. If you had a recent visit with us and would like to leave us a review you will get placed in our monthly drawing for a free reward! We hope you all have a safe and fun weekend. See you Monday!

02/20/2025

Happy National Love Your Pet Day!

Did you know that most households in the United States have at least one pet? While there are more cats than dogs in the United States, more households have dogs than cats, but not by much.
Pets are not limited to the canine and feline categories. There are quite a few who prefer the companionship of birds, reptiles, fish, or rats. Whoever your pet companion is, we are sure you will enjoy spending a little extra time with them on National Love Your Pet Day and reap the benefits, as well such as stress relief and lower blood pressure. So on February 20th (and every day) show your appreciation to your pets!

02/19/2025

This February is for the cats, and more specifically it’s for their health, so we call it National Cat Health Month. Every cat parent should spend the month with extra focus on their cat’s physical and emotional well-being, and educate themselves on signs of unhealthy behavior or illness. We love National Cat Health Month because it reminds us to give extra love to our sweet kitties and serves as a great way to celebrate our furry friends beyond just posting cat memes!

1. Schedule your kitty for a check-up! We would love to discuss with you any changes in behavior, appetite changes, run wellness blood work to have a healthy baseline and make sure they are on appropriate preventative care!

2. Get your cat a new toy. A good pet owner knows that emotional health can be just as important as physical health for your kitty. Investing in a new toy can improve your cat’s mood, give them a bit of exercise, and even strengthen your bond.

Always remember the following when it comes to having kitties in the house with you!

1. Some Greens are Toxic
Keep lilies, azaleas, mistletoe, holly, and more out of the house - they are all toxic to cats.

2. Make Sure She’s Happy
Cats can, in fact, become depressed. Watch out for changes in vocalization, appetite, or any other abnormal behavior.

3. Cats Often Hide Illnesses
These tricky pets often hide when sick or injured - it’s a natural survival instinct. If you notice odd behavior or hiding, take your cat into the vet.

02/18/2025

Dental health is a very important part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems. Your pet’s teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by your veterinarian for early signs of problems and to keep your pet’s mouth healthy.

Have your pet’s teeth checked sooner if you observe any of the following problems:

Bad breath
Broken or loose teeth
Extra teeth or retained baby teeth
Teeth that are discolored or covered in tartar
Abnormal chewing, drooling, or dropping food from the mouth
Reduced appetite or refusal to eat
Pain in or around the mouth
Bleeding from the mouth
Swelling in the areas surrounding the mouth

Some pets become irritable when they have dental problems, and any changes in your pet’s behavior should prompt a visit to your veterinarian. Always be careful when evaluating your pet’s mouth, because a painful animal may bite.

What can you do at home for your pet’s oral health?
Prevention of the most common oral disease in pets consists of frequent removal of the dental plaque and tartar that forms on teeth that are not kept clean. Regularly brushing your pet’s teeth is the single most effective thing you can do to keep their teeth healthy between dental cleanings, and may reduce the frequency or even eliminate the need for periodic dental cleaning by your veterinarian. Daily brushing is best, but it’s not always possible and brushing several times a week can be effective. Most dogs accept brushing, but cats can be a bit more resistant patience and training are important.

There are many pet products marketed with claims that they improve dental health, but not all of them are effective. Talk with your veterinarian about any dental products, treats, or dental-specific diets you’re considering for your pet, or ask your veterinarian for their recommendation.

You can always follow products listed on the link below or call us for any additional questions.

https://vohc.org/accepted-products/

02/17/2025

February is still here and we want to remind you that this month is Dental Awareness Month so we are still running our special on the VeggieDent Chews! Give us a call or text and we can get a bag ready for you.