Muncy Veterinary Center

11/06/2024

11/01/2024

November is National Pet Diabetes Month 🐾

Did you know that just like humans, pets can develop diabetes? Diabetes is a lifelong condition that affects approximately 1 in 300 dogs and 1 in 230 cats. Diabetes affects their ability to produce or respond to insulin, which prevents the conversion of food into energy. This leads to extra sugar in the bloodstream resulting in lethargy and other health issues such as increased thirst, frequent urination, and changes in appetite.

The Diabetes PetCare Alliance is offering owners of newly diagnosed diabetic pets a free Diabetes Management Kit from November 1st - December 31st which includes one AlphaTrak 3 Blood Glucose Monitoring System, one 10mL vial of Vetsulin, and one 6lb bag of Purina species specific diet. The Diabetes PetCare Alliance is a partnership between Merck Animal Health, Zoetis, Nestle Purina PetCare, and veterinary professionals.

If you notice any of these symptoms, give us a call! Early detection can lead to effective management and a healthier life for your furry friend.

Find out more about pet diabetes, including diagnosis, treatment and management.

10/16/2024

This week, October 13th-October 19th, is National Veterinary Technician Week 🐾 Veterinary technicians are critical to the day to day functions of Muncy Vet Center and play viral roles in preserving animal health and welfare.

We value our technicians every day of the year, however during this week we honor their commitment to compassionate and highly quality veterinary care for all of the cats and dogs they see at Muncy Vet Center. Their compassion and care also extends to our patient's owners too.

Thank you for all you do!!

10/01/2024

This is Maple!!

Maple is a 10 week old Corgi in for her first puppy exam and vaccines. She was the sweetest little thing with the biggest ears 🤭

09/10/2024

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month! 🐾

Sometimes pain in animals can be hard to spot because they hide it well. From subtle changes in behavior to vocalizations, understanding these signs is crucial for timely treatment. Librela can be helpful in relieving pain associated to arthritis in dogs. Say goodbye to daily meditations!! Librela is a once a month injection proven to make dogs more comfortable.

Here is just one example of a dog feeling better from Librela. Call us today to schedule an appointment to get your dog on their way to feeling better!!

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08/30/2024

This is Ace!!

Ace is a 16 month old German Shepherd in for an annual exam and vaccines. He loves to shake and was trying to shake the whole time we were getting his picture taken. Isn't he so handsome? ☺️

08/27/2024

This is Sugar!!

Sugar is a 13 week old cock-a-poo in for her first exam and puppy vaccines. Her name fits her well because she is the sweetest little thing ☺️

08/07/2024

This is Murphy!!

Murphy wasn't feeling well and was diagnosed with parvovirus. Canine parvovirus is highly contagious virus that attacks white blood cells and the gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms usually present with lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea often times bloody, abdomoninal pain, and fever or low body temperature.

Typically parvovirus affects puppies between the ages of 6-20 weeks but any dog that isn't properly vaccinated is at risk. It is spread throughout direct contact with infected dogs or contact with f***s from infected dogs. The virus can also live on various surfaces such as kennels, food bowls, collars, leashes, and hands/clothing of people who have been in contact with an infected dog.

Because the virus can become life threatening, treatment typically needs aggressive which involves hospitalization for intravenous fluids and medications to treat the symptoms associated with parvovirus. However, there is a new treatment available, Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody (CPMA), that can reduce the length of supportive care needed. CPMA is a single dose that has shown significantly faster resolution of vomiting, lethargy, and lack of appetite and may help decrease hospitalization time for treatment.

Murphy received a dose of CPMA along with a few other treatments and after a few days the owners reported that he was feeling much better. We are happy to report that Murphy is back to his crazy golden self!! ☺️