Stones River Veterinary Hospital

03/01/2025

⚠️ 🔊 Bark Alert- listening to this at high volumes may induce cute head tilts from your dog!

When in our boarding facility, your pup gets all the fun and freedom they need in our spacious, fenced yard! Whether it's chasing after a ball, making new furry friends, or just running around to burn off some energy, our facility provides a safe and social environment for your dog to play and thrive. 🐶✨

And for dogs who prefer some solo time, they can enjoy the peaceful lawn all to themselves—no other dogs required!

Rest assured, your dog will have a tail-wagging good time here while you're away! 🐾💙

02/21/2025

We had the pleasure of meeting Chewy Hiser and 2 of his working Malinois pups today. Check out how cute Swamp is😍 He was a perfect puppy for his appointment today!

02/19/2025

02/17/2025

Dr.Coiner, DVM & Dr.Hayes, VIT
🐾(Veterinarian in Training)🐾

02/14/2025

🐾💘 Meet Our Purrfect Matches! 💘🐾

Swipe through our adorable pet dating profiles, featuring the cutest, quirkiest, and most lovable furry friends looking for a paw-some connection! 🐕🐱 From treat enthusiasts to cuddle experts, these pets are ready to find their Valentine! 💖

In celebration of Valentines day we created some dating profiles featuring our staff pets! Check out their profiles below and let us know if your pet is ready to make a love connection too! 🐾💌

02/11/2025

Kristin always insists on squeezing our German Shepherd patients... at least while they're still small enough to squeeze 😍

02/08/2025

🐾🦷Dental Care Importance

Just like humans, your pet’s teeth need regular care! Imagine how your teeth would feel if you didn’t brush them for years – the same goes for your furry friends. Dental disease is the most common health problem in cats and dogs, affecting over 80% of dogs and 70% of cats by age 3.

Unchecked plaque turns into calculus, leading to painful gum infections, and left untreated can even cause serious issues like heart, lung, and kidney disease. But the good news? You can help prevent it!

Signs of dental disease may include bad breath, red or swollen gums, drooling, or difficulty eating or even facial swelling. If you notice any of these symptoms, contact us right away.

The key to prevention? Regular oral exams and cleanings. The American Animal Hospital Association recommends dental check-ups starting at one year for small dogs and cats, and two years for large breeds. 🦷 Don’t wait until it’s too late – keep your pet’s smile healthy and happy!

Interested in a dental cleaning? Give us a call and meet with one of our experienced veterinarians to discuss a dental treatment plan specific to your pet!

02/04/2025

Sometimes nail trims are less scary if you don't look 🙈🤣

01/21/2025

☝️Dont be fooled by cooler temperatures, pets still need prevention year-round.

Contrary to what many pet owners believe, protecting dogs and cats from parasites requires a year-round commitment. Although fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, and other pests are known to thrive in warmer climates, they don’t disappear when the temperature drops. Opting to skip preventive treatments just because it’s winter time could have long-term negative consequences for your pet.

FLEAS- The most common type of external parasite found on cats and dogs, fleas are more than just a seasonal annoyance. Even though fleas thrive primarily in humid environments above 70°F, they can survive in near-freezing conditions and are not entirely inactive during winter. In fact, when it gets even colder outside, the perfect environment for fleas still exists—your home! Warm, stable indoor temperatures make continual breeding possible (fleas also continue to thrive on the bodies of wildlife during the winter). Year-round prevention will ensure your home doesn't become fleas' new hangout!

TICKS- Like fleas, ticks don’t take time off. On their own, ticks live and breed in temperatures above 40 F. Some tick species can even be active all year long, regardless of temperature. Ticks transmit a variety of harmful diseases that affect pets and people alike, making year-round prevention essential.

HEARTWORMS- The risk of taking a seasonal break from preventing heartworm lies primarily in the unpredictability of weather patterns and fluctuating temperatures. Above-average temperatures and rainfall throughout the country this year have created ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, the source of this serious, potentially fatal infection. An abrupt end to winter and an early spring could result in mosquitoes emerging early; similarly, a warm, wet autumn can keep mosquitoes active later in the season than anticipated. Heartworm disease is serious and can be deadly. We heavily encourage clients to maintain year-round prevention.

01/09/2025

🐾 Post-Surgery Recovery: Why Rest is Key! 🐾

After your pet’s routine surgery, it’s crucial to limit their activity during recovery. We know it’s tough to keep them still, but here’s why it’s so important:

1️⃣ Protect the Incision: Too much movement can stetch and strain the surgical site and cause stitches to come loose.
2️⃣ Reduce Swelling & Bruising: Rest helps control inflammation and ensures a smoother healing process.
3️⃣ Avoid Complications: Keeping them calm lowers the risk of infection, seromas, or other issues.
4️⃣ Support Internal Healing: For procedures like spaying and neutering, internal organs need time to heal too.
5️⃣ Prevent Self-Trauma: Less activity means less chance of licking, biting, or scratching the incision.

A little rest now means a healthy, happy pet sooner! 🐶🐱 Help your pet recover by sticking to the vet’s advice—no jumping, running, or rough play for a little while. They’ll be back to their playful self in no time! 💙

01/08/2025

🐾💡 "The Cone of Shame": Important, but Temporary! 💡🐾

We know, we know – those cones can be frustrating and uncomfortable for your pet (and for your shins too)! 😬 But here’s why it’s so important to keep it on after surgery:

1️⃣ Prevent Infection: Licking or chewing the incision can introduce bacteria and cause infections. The cone keeps your pet from making things worse.
2️⃣ Promote Healing: Licking can delay healing, pull out stitches, or cause unnecessary trauma to the surgery site.
3️⃣ Peace of Mind: The cone ensures your pet’s safety when you’re not around to supervise. Pets can cause touble to their incision sites in just a a matter of minutes (trust us we've seen it).
4️⃣ Temporary: It’s not forever – just 10-14 days and then your pet (and your shins) will be back to normal, healthy, and happy! 🐾💕

We get that it’s a bit of a hassle, but the cone is a small sacrifice to help your pet recover safely and comfortably. Thanks for being a patient and caring pet parent! 💙

01/07/2025

🐾✨ Routine Pet Surgeries: Spay & Neuter 101 ✨🐾
🫣Plus a sneak peak behind the scenes of a routine neuter here at Stones River Veterinary Hospital

Thinking about spaying or neutering your pet? Here's a quick look at the process!

1️⃣ Pre-Surgery Check: Your vet will do a health check and may run blood tests to ensure your pet is ready.
2️⃣ Anesthesia: Your pet will be put under anesthesia, so they feel no pain during the procedure.
3️⃣ The Surgery:
Spay (female): Removal of ovaries and often the uterus via a small incision.
Neuter (male): Removal of testicles through a tiny incision.
4️⃣ Recovery: After surgery, your pet gets rest, pain meds, and m
will wear a cone to keep them from licking the area to ensure proper healing.
5️⃣ Back to Normal: Most pets bounce back within a few days to a week. However, its important to limit activity for 14 days! 🐾💕

Spaying and neutering not only helps prevent unwanted litters but can also improve your pet’s health and behavior. If you have questions or want to schedule a procedure, give us a call!

01/06/2025

🐾 Spaying & Neutering: Health Benefits Beyond the Basics 🐾

Did you know spaying and neutering your pet can prevent a variety of health issues down the road? Here's how:

1️⃣ Cancer Prevention: Spaying females eliminates the risk of uterine & ovarian cancer, while neutering males prevents testicular cancer.
2️⃣ Prevents Infections: Say goodbye to risky uterine infections (pyometra) in females and testicular issues in males.
3️⃣ No Unwanted Pregnancies: Spaying and neutering help prevent the health risks associated with unplanned pregnancies and difficult births.
4️⃣ Better Behavior: Reduces roaming, marking, and aggression—keeping your pet safe and happy!
5️⃣ Increased Lifespan: Pets that are spayed or neutered tend to live longer, healthier lives, free from reproductive health problems.

Spaying and neutering aren’t just about preventing unwanted litters—they’re a step toward ensuring a long, healthy, and happy life for your pet! 🐶🐱💙
👀 Keep an eye out in the coming days for more info on the spay/neuter process here at Stones River!

01/03/2025

⬇️Check the comments section to learn about requesting appointments!

Did you know we have a free app!?
It's super convenient for requesting appointments or medication refills. Downloading the app automatically enrolls you into our loyalty program allowing you to earn "paws" 🐾 that can be redeemed for free services and products (like a nail trim or your pet's flea and tick prevention).
🔎Search "Stones River Veterinary Hospital" in your app store to download!

🤫Pssssttt... it's also the first place to get the latest hospital info, such as weather closures or new updates!

12/31/2024

As we close out another year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of our amazing clients and their furry companions. Your trust and support have made this another wonderful year, and we’re honored to be a part of your pet’s health journey. 🐾💙

We look forward to continuing to care for your pets and being part of your lives in the coming year. Thank you for choosing us as your trusted veterinary team! Wishing you and your pets a joyful and healthy year ahead! 🐶🐱🎉

12/26/2024

🎶On the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, two sweatered hounds and a beagle in a cat tree 🎶 🤣