Stanglein Veterinary Clinic

08/26/2024

Happy National Dog Day 🥰🐾

-Emily

08/26/2024

Alrighty! It's that time again; time for Pet of the Month! Would ya just look at those faces?! Ugh, I love them. I can't wait to see who wins this month and remember: it's just for a bit of fun and bragging rights. We love all of our patients as if they're our own, and this is just a fun little way to share our beloved patients with all of you, too!

This month, 'cause I'm still ironing out the kinks and I'm only one person, instead of forms and such, we're gonna vote using the "reaction" system. So, give the post a...

👍"Like" to vote for Lamar
❤"Heart" to vote for Charlotte
🤗 "Care/Hug" to vote for Chloe

Votes will be counted between here, Instagram and the stories on the last day of the month, winner announced on the first! Good luck to this month's candidates!

- Emily

08/23/2024

Happy Friday! Next up on the breed highlight: the Doberman!

Dobies are such a handsome breed. Although AKC describes them as "fearless" I'm gonna have to disagree. Firstly, no creature has zero fear and secondly, when they're here at the vet, Dobies are often the biggest chickens out of all the breeds - and we love them even more for it. Yes, our sweet, loyal and hardworking friend, is also very sensitive at times, and that is A-okay.

Like many breeds, their name comes from those responsible for first breeding them, ever-conceited as humans are, and so the Doberman Pinscher friends are named after German tax collector, Louis Dobermann, although the second "n" has been lost over time. Dobermann wanted an imposing and protective companion to join him while he collected taxes, thus was born the Doberman Pinscher from mixing breeds such as the Black and Tan Terrier, Rottweiler and various smooth-coated herding dogs.

Show us your dobies!

- Emily

08/19/2024

Cat day is coming up fast! Our next cat-only appointment day is this Friday August 23rd, and we still have a few appointments left. Call the office today at (610) 262 6986 to schedule an appointment for your kitty and take advantage of this special fear-free event that we only host every few months!

- Emily

08/19/2024

Good morning, this week’s post highlights one of our front desk staff, Chloe!

Chloe's love for animals has been present her whole life. From a young age, she and her dad were known in their town for feeding stray cats and taking them to Forgotten Felines to be neutered and re-released. Her first cat, Izzy, became a cherished family member, especially to her dad, who was his #1 fan. Though Izzy has sadly passed, he left Chloe with a deep appreciation for the joy that furry companions bring.

Today, Chloe and her boyfriend Brandon continue the tradition of caring for stray cats, and they've recently welcomed 3 kittens that they found in their barn, into their lives. While they found a wonderful home for one of the calico girls, they've happily kept the others, naming them Gary and Fancy Nancy. No stranger to cat ownership, Chloe also has 6 cats waiting for her back home: Matilda, Jezebel, Susie, Marcus, Freddy and Henry. And, as if she didn't already have her hands full, she recently embraced the role of “chicken mom” to 5 hens!

Outside of animal care, Chloe has a love for painting and interior design, and while she decided to pursue the veterinary world, she appreciates every chance she gets to apply her creativity and artistic skill – especially when it comes to transforming her boyfriend's former bachelor pad! In her free time, she enjoys photography, beach outings, kayaking, fishing, and spending time with her best friends, Li and Aurora and of course, spending quality time with her furry family members.

Chloe is grateful for her journey at Stanglein, where she's not only learned so much about animal care but also formed lasting friendships with her coworkers. Her favourite parts of the job are the cute pets she gets to see, and having such a supportive team around her. As she continues to grow in what she considers her first adult job role, Chloe is excited about the future and the adventures it will bring.

Thanks for sharing, Chloe. It’s been watching you grow into your role at SVC and there isn’t a time I interact with you, that you don’t make me laugh. You are a real asset to the team, keep doing you, things wouldn’t be the same without you.

Be sure to say “Hi” to Chloe next time you come to the clinic!

- Emily

08/18/2024

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08/15/2024

Hey, folks! Coming at ya with another breed highlight today: the Flat-Coated Retriever.

If you've never heard of the breed, don't worry, you're not alone. These lovable goofballs are often confused with Labrador Retrievers thanks to their build and common colours, so their owners are often having to educate people on the flat-coated breed as a whole. In fact, while they may technically be considered a "newer" breed to the AKC (and to many others) in the grand scheme of things, they have actually been bred since the mid-1800s.

The AKC describes them as "forever-young" because they are slow to mature and keep a tenacious grip on their rambunctious mischief and shenanigans, well into their old age. I only personally know one Flat-Coat Retriever and although he's still young, I can absolutely attest to that claim.

If you have a flat-coated retriever, please show us! And if you don't... let me know if you have ever heard of the breed before!

- Emily

08/14/2024

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- Emily

08/13/2024

We've been nominated for the 2024 Readers Choice Award with Times News!! Let's do this thing!! If you love what we do and think we deserve it, your votes would mean the world to us! 🥰

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- Emily

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08/12/2024

Good morning, folks! This week’s participant is one of our nurses, Carly, CVT.

From a young age, Carly has been surrounded by a menagerie of pets, which only nurtured her love for animals and her passion to work with them. Despite her strong desire to pursue veterinary medicine, as a result of some early skepticism from those around her regarding her emotional resilience when facing the toughest parts of the job, Carly first explored a career in technology, earning an associate’s degree in Web Development from NCC in 2015. After some soul-searching and a brief stint in the corporate world, Carly decided that the world of technology wasn’t for her, leading her to pivot back to her original passion, and attend the Vet Tech Program at NCC. Since earning her CVT license in 2019, and joining the SVC family in early 2023, she has been dedicated to making a difference in the lives of animals and their families.

Carly’s personal connection to animals runs deep after facing many trials and tribulations with her own fur-babies, and during a pivotal time in her life, her beloved childhood cats provided her with comfort and purpose. From the diabetes diagnosis of her cat Jade, proving to Carly that she could take care of sick animals, to the tragic and heartbreaking goodbyes to her cat Misty at the age of 21, Sunlight her heart cat at the age of 19 and more recently, Brynna, her heart dog, Carly’s experiences have only strengthened her commitment to veterinary care, and cemented her belief that she is exactly where she is supposed to be.

Today, Carly and her husband of 4 years share their home with two dogs, Gibson and Wrenlee, and a delightful "herd" of cats who found their way into their lives through various means. In 2021, Carly saved two kittens at just one-day-old, both are still thriving, and in June of last year, she met Rhaegar, a rescue cat with eye issues and chronic upper respiratory struggles.

When Carly isn’t caring for animals, you might find her immersed in a good book, crocheting, spending time with her family or playing her favorite video game series, The Legend of Zelda.

Thanks, Carly for sharing your story with me. You have faced so much heartbreak with your own animals, yet you continue to prevail and commit yourself to the patients. And, although your path to vet med was not linear, I know that all the pets you care for so deeply, are grateful that you found your way. Thank you for all you do.

- Emily

08/09/2024

This handsome boy, Meatball, would like you all to know it's officially Halloween season and he doesn't want to hear otherwise.

UGH just look at his face and that perfect bow. I'm in love, and he was the best boy for his trip to the vet today!!! Thanks to his lovely owner for permission to post! 🫶🏼

- Emily

08/07/2024

Up next: the German Shepherd! Technically called the "German Shepherd Dog," but I think that last part is obvious. 😜

Show us your Sheppies and Sheppy-mixes!

- Emily

08/05/2024

Good morning, Happy Monday! It’s time for another and this week is one of our newer team members and our lovely assistants, Ashley!

From a young age, Ashley was surrounded by pets – cats, dogs, and birds – and knew she wanted to work with animals. Though she initially dreamed of becoming a veterinarian, her journey took some interesting turns. Ashley worked at the Montgomery County SPCA and did a work-study at a vet office during high school, solidifying her love for animal care. Her path then led her to join the United States Army when she was 19 years old, where she worked her way up the ranks, and eventually served as an Animal Care Specialist at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research. There, she cared for a diverse range of animals, including primates, pigs, cats, snakes, guinea pigs, and rodents.

After her military service, Ashley enjoyed a fulfilling chapter raising her two beautiful children while moving across North Carolina, Missouri, and Alabama. She eventually returned to Pennsylvania, where she met her amazing husband, settled in the Lehigh Valley, and began a new chapter of her life. With a loving family that includes their cat Ivy, dog Luna, and snake Scarlet, they’re also in the exciting process of buying a new home!

Ashley’s journey has come full circle as she returns to her veterinary roots and she found us here at SVC. This change was inspired by her husband’s encouragement and a feeling that something was missing in her life while pursuing other career paths, so she feels that she is now exactly where she is supposed to be.

Outside of work, Ashley is a fan of all kinds of music and loves spending time outdoors, especially near water. She finds solace in the sound of a running river and enjoys local events like Musikfest and festivals in Bethlehem and Easton. Though they enjoy social outings, Ashley and her family are also happy homebodies, cherishing their time together.

Thank you for taking part, Ashley! And thank you for your service. We’re so excited to have you on our team! Your stories and experiences are second to none, and it’s so awesome watching you grow and flourish in the GP veterinary world.

Be sure to say hello to Ashley when you see her around!

- Emily

08/01/2024

Calling all cat lovers! Our friends at Feline Finish Line Rescue are in need of loving foster homes for many of the cuties currently in their care. There are so many cats still out there that need their help, so please if you can, share some room in your home for those who have already been rescued so that they may continue to help the kitties in need! Especially in this heat 😣🥵

- Emily

Overwhelmed with kittens and adults in our foster homes, we are still receiving requests for assistance for those on the street who need help. 😔 Additional foster homes are urgently required to address this issue.

The stand-up feeder bowls from Purr Haus, demonstrated by Gigi and Glory (recently spayed), are proving to be incredibly effective for cone-wearing cuties.

Purr Haus

08/01/2024

Today is Dogust 1st!

This is such a special day for anyone who has a rescue dog. There's often so much we don't know about their past, no matter how old they were when they found their forever home, so I think to be able to celebrate them and give them their own special day is so sweet!

Celebrate your rescues today, throw them a birthday pawty and if you can, donate to the shelter that rescued them.

- Emily

07/31/2024

We have our winner! Congratulations to July's Pet of the Month, Murphy!! It was a VERY close competition, so thank you so much to everyone who voted and took part, you guys are the best supporters of this page!

Yes, this handsome boy absolutely deserves it. When he came in earlier this month he really wasn't feeling well and needed x-rays of his abdomen, and regardless of this, he was so well behaved and listened very well throughout the whole appointment. X-rays can be a little scary for the pets sometimes, it gets dark and we have to cuddle them in strange positions but he was just so cooperative and acted like an angel anyway. Not to mention he crosses his legs like a proper gentleman when he lays down, loves to give hugs and likes to hold hands! What a sweetheart.

Thank you to all of this months candidates' owners for allowing us to show off your babies, they are absolutely all winners in my eyes!

Stay tuned for August's candidates, I'm already excited!

- Emily

07/31/2024

Please show us all of your beloved mixes!

- Emily

07/30/2024

Don't forget to vote for your favourite pet for July's pet of the month! There's still 1 day left!

Ways to vote:
♥ Click the link https://forms.gle/biChm36XXmJTDWSa7
♥ Swipe up on our FB story 📱
♥ Vote on the poll in our Insta story 🗳
♥ Also accepting comments of names! ✍

This is way more fun than real politics!

- Emily

07/30/2024

Good afternoon, friends! On this international day of friendship, I bring to you another breed of man's best friend: the Chihuahua!

Did you know that, while these spicy little land sharks share their name with a province in Mexico, the Chihuahua province actually had the name first. Those we know as Chihuahuas today, known to the Aztecs as the "Techichi", were common in the province of Chihuahua, and therefore named after the province by Americans in the mid-1800s.

Cool stuff! Please share your Chihuahua and Chi-mixes in comments below!

- Emily

07/29/2024

Good morning, everyone! This weeks friend is Jody, one of our friendly veterinary receptionists!

Originally from Upper Darby, PA, Jody moved to the Lehigh Valley right after high school and like many, her journey has taken her through a variety of roles: waitress, nail tech, EMT, medical receptionist, business owner, and more. She’s also a proud mom of her three successful grown-up children.

At 37, Jody went back to school to become a Medical Administrative Assistant, working mainly in chiropractic care before switching gears to the veterinary field and landing with us at SVC. Having lived in Northampton for 16 years, she was thrilled to find a job close to home that offered her the opportunity to care for her mother in her last years. She also loves getting to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new people every day.

Jody’s love for animals shines through her life—she’s had 7 dogs and 9 cats over the years and currently shares her home with Cleo (Cleocatra) and Nova (Catsanova), both of whom she would be lost without. When she’s not at work, she enjoys reading, bowling, crafting, traveling, and hanging out with friends at local bands and new restaurants.

Jody is also one of three driving forces behind Wheels On The Canal (pun intended), an annual car show and vendor fair in Northampton that supports Mission 22 and the Blue Star Mothers of America.

Fun fact! Jody has always dreamed of owning a thrift shop and her motto is: “Life goes by too fast for hatred and sadness. Always be thankful and live joyfully.”

Thanks for sharing, Jody! Thank you for all that you do and for being a friendly face to all. You always have a smile on your face and chat with everyone like you’ve known them for years - a real asset to any receptionist team! Say “Hi” to Jody next time you’re in the clinic!

- Emily

07/26/2024

Good evening, happy Friday! I bring to you on this fine Friday evening something very exciting. We see so many wonderful pets on the daily, and our clients are equally as awesome, so I wanted to do something fun every month to highlight some of our special patients and give their pet parents something fun to do. So, please see below our candidates for our first ever Pet of the Month! 🐾🏆😍

Here's how it works, every month our staff will pick a few candidates (with permission) and then at the end of every month, I will bring our choices to you all here on the interwebs and you all get to pick who wins! Isn't that fun?! I'm so excited!! The prize for winning is just a little feature post on our socials, some extra snuggles and of course, unlimited bragging rights, but it's gonna be a lot of fun!

So, please click the link https://forms.gle/WrjaKisxwx5kEYpG6 to vote for your favourite! You can only vote once, and you have to be logged in but we don't collect any names or emails or any of that stuff, it's all just for a bit of fun. I'll announce the winner next week. Good luck!

- Emily

07/24/2024

Next up: The Poodle! Specifically, the Standard Poodle, but there are other, similar varieties such as the Toy Poodle and the Miniature Poodle.

I love this one, there are so many cool facts about the poodle breed that I love to share. Firstly, did you know, that although they are often associated with France and called "the French poodle" they are actually not from France at all? The moniker came about because the French loved the dog so much they made the Poodle the national dog of France.

Secondly, the famous Poodle coat style actually has a purpose, and originated from their early duck-hunting days in Germany. Their owners wanted them to have free range of movement in the water, but wanted to protect their vital areas from the cold, and thus was born the famous poodle cut!

Fun fact: the rounded tufts of fur left on the hips, tail and legs are called Pompons, not pom-poms! So cool! I swear, I'm fun at dinner parties.

- Emily

07/22/2024

Happy Monday! We're pleased to introduce you to this week’s spotlight, one of our awesome front desk staff, Kristal!

Kristal's journey into the world of animal care like many others, did not start right away, but instead started after a successful stint in retail management, following her graduation with an associate degree in management marketing from Lehigh Valley College. After several years of working in retail, her love for animals led her to transition into a role at SVC, where she started at the front desk and has now been for many years.

One of her favourite parts of the job is getting to watch the clients’ pets grow from puppy/kitten to adults, and eventually seniors. She also finds it heartwarming to see clients who may have lost one of their furry loves, find another furry friend to love. Getting to traverse that emotional journey with our beloved clients and being a small part in helping the animals that we see, are among the most rewarding parts of the job, for Kristal.

At home, Kristal's family is just as lively as the clinic. She's mom to 4-year-old, Grace-Ann, who keeps everyone — including their Boxer, Rocky, and three mischievous cats, Jinx, Moose, and Sylvester — on their toes. Rocky has been with Kristal and her family since he was a puppy; Jinx since she was adopted from an old friend and the twins, Moose and Sylvester since they were young, too!

When Kristal's not here at the clinic, you can find her enjoying quality time with her family, playing barbies or watching Bluey with Grace-Ann, getting her hands dirty in the garden, or catching up on her favourite shows. She's all about making memories and cherishing every moment with her loved ones.

Thank you for sharing, Kristal! You are such a pleasure to work with, and you make the clinic a brighter place. From having patience in the hardest times, to helping when needed, you are a real team player and you are so appreciated. Thank you, for everything you do.

Stop by and say hi to Kristal next time you're in — she's always ready with a smile and a helping hand for furry friends and their humans alike!

- Emily🐾

07/18/2024

It's Get To Know Your Clients Day!
While we don't really need a day to put our wonderful clients front-and-center, today is a great day to further deepen our connection with our biggest supporters! So, introduce yourself and share a fun fact about yourself below!

Are you a dog or cat person? What's your favourite breed? Why did you name your pet what you did? We want to know it all!

- Emily

07/17/2024

When I first started working in vet med, despite obviously being a huge animal lover, I had a hard time remembering all the breeds of both cats and dogs; I had no idea there were so many! So, with that in mind, I thought it would be fun to share some facts about some of the more common breeds every so often.

First up: Jack Russel Terriers!
If you have a JRT, show them off below!

- Emily

07/15/2024

Happy Monday! It’s my favourite time of the week: ! This week’s spotlight is on one of our awesome technicians, Wendy Sue!

Born and raised in Philly, Wendy Sue's journey in animal care began when her family relocated to a small farm in the Slate Belt area when she was only 10 years old. Alongside them were their two Siberian huskies, Azure and Stormy, their horse, Country Boy, and a pony named Strawberry. It was here that her connection with animals and her skills began to develop through tending to pigs, cattle, and chickens which led to breeding, training, and showcasing American Quarter horses.

Eventually, Wendy Sue's path led her to Virginia, where she underwent intensive training to become a Kenny Harlow Certified Horse Trainer. Armed with her new skills and knowledge, she then established her own equine facility, "Aenohe Stables," where she specialized in training challenging and unbroken horses, along with offering equine boarding and both English and Western riding lessons.

However, after facing some personal challenges, including the loss of her facility due to a divorce, Wendy Sue transitioned into driving tractor-trailers and later found herself at the Sands Casino, before eventually, her journey took her to Florida, where she worked at a Human Rehabilitation Center.

Several years later, following her fathers passing, Wendy Sue returned to her family farm where alongside her mother, she continues to preserve her father's legacy for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren by caring for a menagerie that includes alpacas, horses, chickens, and Nigerian dwarf goats.

After her return to the area, Wendy Sue’s quest for knowledge led her to attend the NCC/LCCC Vet Tech program, where she later graduated with an Associate's Degree in Applied Science. During her externship, Wendy Sue was offered a position here at SVC, where she feels that her love of animals and mission to help them have been realized, among working alongside an amazing group of people whom she considers her second family.

Outside of the clinic, Wendy Sue enjoys spending time outside, typically shown through her love for camping, fishing, hiking, and swimming which is matched only by her love of spending time with her family.

Thank you, Wendy Sue, for sharing your story with me. Your journey is truly a testament to your dedication to animals and your commitment to not only making a difference, but leaving the world greater than how you found it, is so inspiring. You are very accomplished and it’s an honour to work alongside you. The clinic is lucky to have you!

- Emily

07/11/2024

This cutie is missing their home! Please give our clinic a call at 610-262-6986 if you know where they belong! We are closed now but will be open for normal business hours tomorrow!

-Megan

07/11/2024

July 11th is Pet Photo Day! Go on, show us your best pet photos, we know you have hundreds on your phone!*

- Emily

*we know that because we do, too! 🤣🥰🐾📱