Newbury Veterinary Clinic

12/16/2024

🎄🎉 Holiday Hours Announcement 🎉🎄

As the holiday season approaches, Newbury Vet Clinic will have adjusted hours to allow our team time to celebrate with their families. Here are our special holiday hours:

Christmas Eve: Open until Noon
Christmas Day: Closed
New Year’s Eve: Open until Noon
New Year’s Day: Closed
We appreciate your understanding and wish you and your furry friends a wonderful holiday season! If you need to schedule an appointment or have questions, please feel free to reach out before these dates.

Thank you for being part of our Newbury Vet family, and happy holidays to all! 🐾❤️

12/13/2024

🚨 Parvovirus Alert: Protect Your Pet! 🚨

At Newbury Vet Clinic, we've recently seen an increase in cases of parvovirus (parvo) in our area. Here’s what you need to know to keep your furry family members safe:

This highly contagious and potentially deadly virus primarily affects puppies and unvaccinated dogs. It attacks the gastrointestinal system, causing severe vomiting, diarrhea (often bloody), lethargy, and dehydration.

Why is Parvo so Dangerous?
Parvo spreads easily through direct contact with an infected dog or contaminated surfaces (like soil, bowls, or clothing).
The virus is incredibly resilient and can survive in the environment for months.
Without treatment, parvo can be fatal within days.

How Can You Protect Your Dog?
🐾 Vaccinate! Puppies should begin their parvo vaccine series at 6-8 weeks of age and receive boosters as recommended by your vet. Adult dogs need regular boosters, too.
🐾 Avoid High-Risk Areas: Until your puppy is fully vaccinated, avoid dog parks, pet stores, or areas where unknown dogs frequent.
🐾 Practice Good Hygiene: Wash your hands and disinfect surfaces after contact with other dogs.

If your dog shows any signs of parvo, such as vomiting, diarrhea, or loss of appetite, contact us immediately at 802-866-5354.

💉 Vaccination saves lives. Call us today to schedule your dog's vaccine or booster! Together, we can stop the spread of parvo in our community.

📞 Newbury Vet Clinic | 802-866-5354

Help us spread the word—share this post to protect pets in our community! 🐶❤️

12/11/2024

🐾 "Dog Bites and Delights: Prevention Edition!" 🐾

We know your furry friend is more "pawsitive vibes" than "shark week," but even the sweetest dogs can have their moments. Here's how to keep everyone's tails wagging:

1️⃣ Ask before you pet – Dogs love belly rubs... from people they know. Not strangers with enthusiastic jazz hands. 🖐️🐕
2️⃣ Respect their space – A dog on duty (or napping like a pro) needs their space. Translation: don't poke the sleeping floof. 😴🚫
3️⃣ Supervise kiddos – Kids are great, but dogs don’t always love sticky hands full of snacks and surprises. 🍭👶
4️⃣ Learn their signals – Growling isn’t "singing," and a wagging tail doesn’t always mean "happy camper." Body language is key! 🐶📖

Check out this video: https://youtu.be/HqlFuQfL8Lo?si=CvLjq8n5aHta4Yrg

Because a happy, healthy relationship with your pup is all about boundaries... and treats. 🦴✨

Tell us in the comments: What’s the funniest thing your dog has "told" you with their body language? 👇

Make sure your kids know what to do around a strange dog!If a strange dog approaches your child, do they know what to do? Running and screaming is NOT the an...

12/07/2024

🚨 Reminder for Our Boarding Clients 🚨

Just a quick note to remind everyone that there will be no boarding drop-offs or pick-ups tomorrow evening, Sunday December 8th. 🐾

Please plan accordingly, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. We appreciate your understanding!

🐾 Newbury Vet Clinic

12/04/2024

🍪🐾 Happy National Cookie Day…for Dogs! 🐾🍪

Why should humans have all the fun on National Cookie Day? Treat your pup to some homemade dog-friendly cookies with this Best of Breed Dog Biscuits recipe from King Arthur Baking! 🦴 These tasty treats are packed with wholesome ingredients and are sure to make your dog’s tail wag.

Celebrate by baking up a batch, and don’t forget to share a pic of your happy pup enjoying their cookies in the comments! 🐶❤️

https://www.kingarthurbaking.com/recipes/best-of-breed-dog-biscuits-recipe

12/01/2024

🐱 December is National Cat Lovers Month! 🐱

Celebrate all things feline with us by showing your cat a little extra love—and enjoying those endlessly entertaining cat videos! From playful kittens to wise senior cats, our furry friends bring joy, comfort, and plenty of laughs to our lives.

Check out this fun video of Mr. Kitters for a few giggles to get you started. 🎬✨ Watching cat videos is the purr-fect way to unwind and celebrate this month!

Share a pic or a funny moment of your cat in the comments, and let’s see all those adorable faces! 😻❤️
https://youtu.be/5ONBBCvhuv0?si=sJxOABbvVXEjy1zc

11/28/2024

🍁 Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Your Pets! 🍁

As we gather for Thanksgiving, it’s easy to forget that many holiday foods can be dangerous for our furry friends. Here are some tips to keep your pets safe this holiday season! 🦃🐾

🚫 Avoid Feeding Table Scraps: Rich, fatty foods like turkey skin, gravy, and stuffing can lead to serious digestive issues and even pancreatitis in pets.

🍫 No Chocolate or Desserts: Chocolate, xylitol (found in sugar-free sweets), and other holiday treats are toxic to pets. Be mindful of what’s within reach of curious noses!

🧄 Skip the Seasonings: Onions, garlic, and certain spices can be harmful to pets. Even cooked bones can splinter and cause injury.

🧺 Keep Trash Secure: Holiday leftovers and wrappers can smell tempting, but they can be choking hazards or cause blockages if ingested.

Let’s make sure this Thanksgiving is filled with safe snuggles and happy tummies for all family members—two- and four-legged! 🐶🐱❤️

Wishing you a safe and joyful Thanksgiving from everyone at Newbury Vet Clinic!

11/24/2024

💙 Thank You to Our Amazing Clients! 💙

At Newbury Vet Clinic, we’re so grateful for each and every one of you. Thank you for trusting us with the care of your beloved pets and for being part of our extended family. 🐾💕

Every visit, every tail wag, every cuddle in the lobby reminds us why we love what we do. We are grateful for your kindness, patience, and loyalty—and for allowing us to be a part of your pets’ lives.

From all of us at Newbury Vet Clinic, thank you for choosing us to be your partner in pet care. We look forward to serving you and your furry family members for many years to come. 🐶🐱💙

11/21/2024

📢 Important Announcement for Our Boarding Clients 📢

We wanted to let you know that there will be no boarding drop-offs or pick-ups on Sunday December 8th. 🐾

If you have any questions or need to make adjustments to your plans, please don’t hesitate to give us a call at 802-866-5354. Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your cooperation!

🐾 Newbury Vet Clinic

11/17/2024

🩺 Mast Cell Tumors (MCT) in Dogs: What You Need to Know 🐾

Mast cell tumors are one of the most common types of skin cancer in dogs. These tumors can appear as lumps or bumps on the skin and can vary greatly in size and appearance—making it crucial to have any new growths checked by a vet!

What to Watch For:

A lump or mass on your dog’s skin
Redness, swelling, or sores around the mass
Itching, irritation, or other signs of discomfort
While some MCTs are low-grade and can be removed with surgery, others can be more aggressive, spreading to other parts of the body. Early detection is key! If caught early, many dogs, like our sweet clinic pup Lucy, can thrive after surgery and treatment.

👉 Pro Tip: If you notice a new lump on your dog, don’t wait—bring them in for an exam! Regular monitoring and early treatment can make all the difference.

Let’s keep our furry friends healthy and happy! 🐕💙

11/15/2024

We want to express our deepest gratitude to Dr. Whitney and the entire team at Danville Animal Hospital for their many years of compassionate and dedicated care for pets across Vermont and New Hampshire!! 🐾🐩🐈💙

11/14/2024

**Service has been restored**

Please be patient with us as we are having trouble with our phones and internet.
From Spectrum:
Outage Details:
Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Service Impacted:
Internet, Video, Voice
Estimated Restoration Time:
10:00 AM

11/11/2024

🌟 Honoring Our Heroes and Their Service Animals 🌟

This Veterans Day, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country. 🇺🇸 We also want to honor the incredible service animals who provide unwavering support, comfort, and companionship to our veterans. These loyal companions play an essential role in the health and well-being of our heroes.

To all the veterans in our community, and to the service animals who stand by their side—thank you for your service and dedication. We are proud to support you both. ❤️🐾

If you or a loved one has a service animal, we’d love to hear your story in the comments!

11/06/2024

🐾 Meet the Pets of Newbury Vet Clinic! 🐾

Our team at Newbury Vet Clinic doesn’t just care for your pets—we’re proud pet parents ourselves! From playful pups to curious cats, each of our staff members has a beloved furry friend who brings joy and inspiration to our clinic every day.

💖 Get to know the animals that make up our clinic family, and meet the adorable companions who remind us why we love what we do.

Our pets are a huge part of our lives, just like yours are to you. Stop by to meet the faces behind the team and their beloved animals, and let’s celebrate the love we all share for our furry friends!

📸 We’d love to see photos of your pets in the comments!

11/03/2024

🐾 Daylight Savings is Here! 🐾

It’s that time of year when clocks "fall back" an hour—and for our furry friends, that might mean a little extra patience when it comes to potty time! 🌅

Imagine this: your pup is ready to go, tail wagging, pacing by the door… but wait! It's technically not time yet. They might have to "hold it" an hour longer as we humans adjust. 🐕💩

Here are a few tips to help them ease into the time change:

Gradual Adjustment: Try adjusting their schedule by 10-15 minutes each day leading up to Sunday.
More Playtime: Keep them busy with some extra playtime to help distract from the schedule change.
Patience: Remember, our pets rely on their routines—so a little extra love and patience can go a long way.
Happy Daylight Savings, and may your mornings be filled with wagging tails and happy pups! 🕰🐶💛