Richmond Valley Veterinary Practice

01/25/2025

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This! ⬇️ What is your reaction to a muzzled dog? It’s time to see a muzzle for what it is … a tool to help good dogs better navigate certain parts of their world. 💝

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Every muzzle has a story! 🐶

Whether it’s for training, safety, or a vet visit, there are countless reasons why a dog might wear one. It’s not about the breed, but about responsible pet care.

What’s your reason? If we missed yours, let us know in the comments! 👇

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01/22/2025

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❄️ Cold weather might make it tempting to stay cozy indoors, but regular exercise is essential for your pup’s health. 💪 Try these 8 fun indoor activities to keep them active and healthy all season long. ➡️

What’s your pet’s favorite indoor activity? 🐕

01/20/2025

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01/18/2025

01/17/2025

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What does it mean when your dog greets you at the door and stoops down into a deep stretch?

01/11/2025

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Trimming your dog’s nails doesn’t have to be stressful! 🐾✂️

With a little patience and preparation, nail trimming can become quality time with your pup. Start early—massage and hold their paws days or even weeks before you clip. Add cuddles, treats, and lots of love to make it a positive experience.

When it’s time to trim, keep treats handy. Start slow—1 or 2 nails at a time is just fine! Soon enough, you’ll be able to do an entire paw, and eventually all four, without stress for either of you. 🐶💅

Consistency and positive vibes turn nail trimming into treat time and snuggle time!

👉 Click here to learn more: https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/trimming-your-dogs-toenails/

01/09/2025

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We’re busting myths and sharing facts about in pets – from symptoms you might miss to treatment options that can make a difference, we’ve got you covered.

Swipe ➡️ to learn how early detection of glaucoma can protect your pet’s vision and keep their eyes healthy.

01/08/2025

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Here’s the truth about puppy raising.

While they do give amazing snuggles, they are actually a LOT of work!

They require lots of socialization outings, intentional handling and cooperative care work, house manners training, and SO much prevention and management.

Passive socialization is all of the things that your puppy is exposed to through daily life in your home. Making sure that those are all positive is crucial.

Active socialization is one of the most important pieces. This means getting your puppy out and about to see as many people as possible, as many dogs as possible, and as many environments as possible in a calm, comfortable setting. This does not mean they have to interact, but seeing these things is very important for a well-balanced dog.

Intentional handling is also a part of socialization, but is important enough to deserve its own category. This is practicing nail trims, vet exams, handling by strangers, and more. These experiences must be positive and relaxed, or you may have trouble with your dog as an adult!

House manners are the regular things everyone thinks about - potty training, alone time training, chew toy training, and more.

Prevention and management is a huge aspect as well to keep everyone safe and bad habits from forming. This means making sure your house (or a room or pen) is puppy proof to make sure your puppy doesn’t eat things they shouldn’t, no puppy and baby or puppy and older dog are unsupervised, and no bad habits are practiced during this period of development.

Feels a little overwhelming, huh?

Puppy raising is HARD and takes a lot of hard work and energy.

Thankfully, you have a whole network of professionals who work to make it easier for you.

In my puppy preschool program, all of this work is condensed into checklists for your fridge to make raising your puppy well - easy.

Comment, “PreKWaitlist” to learn more about it and get a bonus discount.

01/04/2025

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🚶‍♀️🐾 January is Walk Your Pet Month! Walking your little one isn’t just a stroll—it’s a win-win! 🐶💪

✨ Boosts physical health for both you and your companion.
🧠 Provides mental stimulation and reduces stress.
❤️ Strengthens your bond through quality time.
🌟 Creates social opportunities for you and your furry friend.

The new year is a perfect time to establish new goals, and walking your furry family member more is a great place to start!

01/02/2025

As the cold weather approaches, you may be wondering how to keep your cat safe and warm, or you may be wondering just how cold is too cold for cats. In this article, Dr. Barri Morrison discusses the top cold weather mistakes you can avoid with your cat.

01/01/2025

May it be a happy and healthy one 🙏🏻💙🥂

12/31/2024

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🎾 High impact play 🎾

High impact ball or toy throwing is a common contributor to the injuries and joint disease we see here at TDWC. We constantly see cruciate tears, muscle strains, fractured bones and osteoarthritis which have occurred or been made worse by repetitive ball chasing past the point of fatigue.

The sudden stops and tight turns cause repetitive strain on the muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons leaving dogs prone to injury and pain if we over-rely on this type of exercise. This is especially releveant with high energy and high drive dogs.

If you do choose this exercise, avoid letting your dog exercise past their point of fatigue which is when they are most at risk of injury.

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12/21/2024

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❄️ Winter walks can be magical, but chilly weather can be tough on your dog’s paws! Protect their little feet with these tips:

🐾 Booties: They can keep your dog’s paws warm and safe from the elements.
🐾 Paw Balm: Apply before walks to prevent paw cracking, dryness, and snow collection on the paws.
🐾 Wipe Down: Clean your dog’s paws after walks to remove snow, salt, and chemicals.
🐾 Shovel a path: Shovel a path next to your door for those quick potty breaks.

Your dog will thank you for keeping their paws happy and healthy all winter long! ❤️

12/20/2024

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The holiday season can be especially difficult when you’re missing a beloved pet. Certain moments—like traditions, routines, or unexpected reminders—can feel overwhelming. Taking time to plan ahead for the things you can control, such as creating new traditions or setting boundaries, can help you better navigate the triggers or emotions that you can’t.

In this graphic, AMC’s veterinary social worker, Jamie Cohen, LCSW, offers tips to help you through this time of year.

❤️ For pet loss support groups and therapists who specialize in pet loss, visit: www.amcny.org/petloss

12/17/2024

Why do some Labrador retrievers overeat? Do cats and dogs dream like humans do? Is your cat actually obsessed with you? In 2024 we got answers to these and other questions about our beloved furry friends