West River Valley Vet Service

08/20/2024

CLOSING NOTICE FOR TOMORROW WEDNESDAY 8/21/24:

We are closing at 3pm tomorrow. We apologize for the short notice. We will reopen at 8 a.m on Thursday 8/22.

08/14/2024

Microchips greatly increase the chances that pets will be reunited with their families if they are lost or stolen…but a microchip only works if its registration information is accurate.

Not sure if your pet has a microchip? Just ask the next time your pet is in and we can scan to check!

Not sure if your information is up to date or which microchip company you need to contact to find out? We can provide you with contact information based upon your pets microchip number.

Microchips greatly increase the chances that lost pets will be reunited with their families...but a microchip only works if its registration information is accurate.

08/09/2024

If you ever want to check your pets microchip number, or see if they have one (most rescued and adopted dogs have a chip from their rescue or shelter), just let us know and we'll scan your pet the next time they are in!

Microchips greatly increase the chances that pets will be reunited with their families if they are lost or stolen…but a microchip only works if its registration information is accurate.

To remind pet owners to have their pets microchipped and to keep the registration information up-to-date, American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) joined together to create Check the Chip Day. With support from HomeAgain PetRescuer, the AVMA develops materials to promote the event.
https://www.avma.org/events/national-check-chip-day

07/24/2024

The temporary summer hours for SAVES emergency for the month of August:

🐾 Important Update: SAVES Temporary August Hours 🐾

This August, SAVES will have temporary changes to our operating hours.
For any urgent veterinary needs while we are closed, please contact one of the following trusted facilities:

📍 CAVES in Concord, NH
📞 603-227-1199

📍 MVRH in Woburn, MA
📞 781-932-5802

📍 BEVS in Williston, VT
📞 802-863-2387

📍 VESH in South Deerfield, MA
📞 413-665-4911

We're grateful for your understanding and continued support. Your pet's health and happiness are always our top priorities!

06/27/2024

Did you know that Integrity Veterinary Center in Northampton, MA offers urgent care services by appointment 7 days a week from 8a.m to 8p.m?

What is an urgent appointment and what is an emergency? If your pet has an ear infection, skin infection, hot spot, new lump or bump or one that is growing, is straining in the litter box, is squinting or is experiencing sensitivity to light, excessive panting, coughing, vomiting or diarrhea, these are all examples of appointments that qualify as urgent care appointments.

Emergencies are broken limbs, hit by cars, respiratory distress, collapse and seizures just to name a few.

By utilizing urgent care facilities when appropriate, when you can't get in to your regular veterinary clinic, you reduce the strain and wait time at emergency clinics.

With our urgent care hours expanding soon, we thought it would be a good time to post this helpful chart to assess if your pet needs urgent care or the emergency vet.

We know how scary it can be when your pet isn't feeling well.

Save this to your phone so you can access it quickly if you need it.

06/26/2024

JULY'S temporary hours for SAVES.

📢 Here are our Temporary July Hours at SAVES! 🐾

Thank you for your continued support! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out!🐶🐱

06/26/2024

Just a reminder that if your pet would appreciate some anti-anxiety medications for the 4th of July (they also work great for dogs who don't appreciate thunderstorms either), please call our office ahead of time!

Our office will be closed on Thursday, July 4th and reopen at 8a.m on Friday, July 5th.

06/25/2024

Just a reminder that the office will be CLOSING early on Wednesday and all day Thursday this week.

We will be CLOSING EARLY on Wednesday, June 26th and will be CLOSED all day on Thursday, June 27th. We will reopen on Friday, June 28th at 8 a.m

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

06/20/2024

Next week our operating hours will be different in order to update our computer system and other equipment.

We will be CLOSING EARLY on Wednesday, June 26th and will be CLOSED all day on Thursday, June 27th. We will reopen on Friday, June 28th at 8 a.m

Please plan ahead regarding picking up supplies, prescriptions and food. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

06/11/2024

SAVES summer hours for the month of June:

📢 Important Update from SAVES! 🐾

To ensure we can continue to provide exceptional care for your pets, we’ve made some temporary changes to our summer operating hours.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we adjust our hours to better serve our community. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out! 🐶🐱

05/23/2024

HOLDIAY CLOSURE NOTICE: Our office will be closed this coming Monday, May 27th in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen on Tuesday at 8 a.m

05/22/2024

🌞 Reminder: Summer Hours! 🌞

SAVES is adjusting our hours for the summer season. Thank you for choosing us for your pet's care! Please check out the June hours below. 🐾

05/22/2024

A reminder from our friends at WCSO that it's that time of year when its too hot for spot to wait in the car!

Hot days are coming!!! 🔥🥵 Be prepared and always call your veterinarian. Remember, dogs don't sweat like people, they sweat through their feet, which is a small surface area. And DON'T cool them down too fast, they could go into hypothermia.
Don't leave a dog in a hot car call 911 or WCSO 802-365-4942

04/29/2024

SAVES, one of the hospitals that we refer patients to for emergencies after hours and when we are at capacity during regular business hours, has updated their hours for the months of May and June. Please see the schedule in the original post below.

04/22/2024

There was a Rabies positive fox from Saxtons River last week....

Rabid animals show a change in their normal behavior, but you cannot tell whether an animal has rabies simply by looking at it. Enjoy wildlife from a distance, and protect cats and dogs with rabies vaccine.

04/21/2024

04/20/2024

Has anyone seen Remy?

Sorry for the screenshot but it was the only "shareable" way to post that he is missing. If you have seen Remy or know where he is please do not contact the clinic, please contact the owners in the screenshot below. Thank you!

04/04/2024

We are officially closing at Noon due to severe road conditions and power outages. We will be here until noon to answer phones, but power is in and out. Stay safe everyone! It's nasty out there.

04/04/2024

Good morning. We are open currently, but will re-evaluate at noon depending on the ongoing weather. The roads in Newfane are passable but a bit icy, so please use caution and stay home unless necessary. We will be here to answer phones until at least noon.

04/03/2024

Due to current weather we are closing a bit early this evening; we will be closed at 6:30pm, and will update our hours for tomorrow pending ongoing weather. Stay safe everyone!

04/03/2024

Most dogs and cats will most likely be unaffected by the solar eclipse next Monday but livestock, wild animals and pets that live outside may be affected and show a change in behavior such as being more active at abnormal times. An example would be a nocturnal animal that may be more active during the day.

A total solar eclipse is coming to North America on April 8.

03/28/2024

Rabies Clinics are being offered to residents of contracted towns with the Animal Control Program. This is for dogs only. Prior Rabies certificate is needed for a 3 year vaccine. Rabies Clinics will be held until the last day of March. Contact your Town Clerk for more information.

Current towns being served: Newfane, Putney, Windham, Dummerston, Guilford, Grafton, Vernon and Wardsboro.

03/01/2024

We're "Marching into Spring with Librela" in our latest newsletter.

If you didn't receive our email newsletter, you can link to our website here to learn about Librela and how it's helping our dogs with osteoarthritis live happier, more active lives.

Most dogs don't cry or whine when they are in pain unless it is very severe. So, how can you tell if your pet is in pain? The link below will direct you to a checklist where you can assess your dog...

02/27/2024

This upcoming rabies clinic in Brattleboro is open to NON- Brattleboro residents as well:

The Brattleboro Police Department’s Animal Control Officer will be holding a Rabies Clinic on Saturday, March 16 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Brattleboro Police Station (62 Black Mountain Road, Brattleboro, VT 05301). Registration is not required for this event. This event is open for Brattleboro residents and non-Brattleboro residents.

In addition to the rabies clinic, there will be a variety of services available, including —

🐶 Rabies Clinic: The rabies clinic is for cats and dogs. The rabies vaccine costs $15 per animal and will be a cash-only service. The rabies vaccine will be the only vaccine available during this clinic.

🐾 Dog Licensing: The Town Clerk’s Office will be offering 2024 dog licenses for Brattleboro residents. The cost for a license is $19 for dogs that are spayed or neutered; $23 for dogs that are unspayed or unneutered. This service will be cash or check only. More info on licensing: https://brattleboro.gov/dog-licensing

🐱 Microchipping: The Windham County Humane Society will be offering microchipping for cats and dogs. The cost is $25, and this service is cash only.

🚒 Firetruck & Ambulance Tours: The Brattleboro Fire Department will have a firetruck and ambulance on-site during the clinic.

👶 Child Safety Seat Installations: Certified car seat installation technicians will be available to install a child safety seat or ensure that your seat has been installed properly. This is a new service of the Brattleboro PD. If you are unable to attend this event, you can call 802-257-7946 to schedule an appointment with a car seat installation tech.

02/26/2024

Public Service Announcement regarding rabies vaccinations that need to be updated in order to register your dog with your town clerk before April 1st:

Our schedule, at this time, for routine exams and vaccinations is booked until AFTER April 1st. If your pet is in need of a rabies vaccine before April 1st there are a number of rabies vaccine clinics scheduled in the area.

02/23/2024

Just a little photo dump of some of our newest kitten and puppy friends in for their first exams ❤️🐕🐈❤️

02/22/2024

Did you know that theres lots of products that you can use at home on a daily basis to help keep your pet’s mouth healthy besides dental diets? We recommend using VOHC accepted products at home. Some of the products that we have available here are pictured and check out www.vohc.org for even more products!