Creekside Animal Clinic

10/31/2025

Saturday might be the end of spooky season, but we are still open at Creekside Animal Clinic on November 1st. Feel free to call us at 330-825-9556 with any questions about your furry family members.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from our Creekside family to yours!

10/28/2025

10/27/2025

🐾✨ Happy National Black Cat Day! ✨🐾

Today we celebrate our sleek, mysterious, and magical mini panthers. 🖤🐈‍⬛ Black cats deserve love, snuggles, and the best care every single day!

✔️ Keep your cat healthy with regular vet check-ups 🩺
✔️ Stay up to date on vaccinations & preventive care 💉
✔️ Provide fresh water, a balanced diet, and plenty of playtime 🐾

A healthy cat is a happy cat—and that means more years of purrs and cuddles. 🐾💫

Share a photo of your black cat in the comments so we can show them the love they deserve! 🖤

10/22/2025

🐾 Preventative Bloodwork: An Investment in Your Pet’s Health 🐾

Did you know that dogs and cats are experts at hiding illness? By the time symptoms appear, a disease may already be advanced. That’s where preventative bloodwork comes in.

✅ Early Detection – Helps catch issues like kidney disease, liver changes, thyroid imbalances, and diabetes before they become serious.

✅ Peace of Mind – Confirms your pet is healthy on the inside, not just on the outside.

✅ Baseline Values – Creates a record of your pet’s “normal,” so even subtle changes can be caught quickly.

✅ Cost-Effective – Early treatment often means less invasive care, lower costs, and a longer, healthier life for your best friend.

Think of it as an investment—not just in your pet’s health, but in more happy years together. 💙

📅 Ask us about adding bloodwork to your pet’s next check-up!

10/20/2025

🎃🍬 As Halloween approaches, it’s tempting to share some of the goodies with our furry friends… but it’s CRUCIAL to resist! Halloween treats, especially those with chocolate, xylitol, raisins, or other harmful ingredients, can be EXTREMELY dangerous for pets. See below for why some of these Halloween treats are so harmful for our furry friends:

1. Chocolate: This product contains theobromine and caffeine. This can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and even seizures in animals.

2. Products with Xylitol: This is a common sugar substitute in candy. Ultimately it can lead to severe low blood sugar and liver damage.

3. Raisins (and Grapes): These dried fruits contain tartaric acid. This can cause kidney damage and ultimately kidney failure.

4. Candy Wrappers: If your pet runs away with the candy wrapper it could cause severe digestive issues, such as lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your pet eats enough of them and the wrappers ball together it can cause a GI obstruction.

ALWAYS keep candy and other Halloween treats out of reach. Your furry friends will thank you for keeping them healthy and happy this Halloween! 🐾🍭

10/17/2025

🐾🎾 TOMORROW is National Fetch Day! 🎾🐾

It’s more than just a game—it’s a boost for your pet’s health! 💪🐶

Playing fetch isn’t just fun, it:
✅ Improves physical fitness
✅ Stimulates their mind
✅ Strengthens your bond
✅ Helps reduce anxiety and boredom

So grab that ball, hit the park, and celebrate with your furry best friend today!
Let’s make tails wag and hearts happy. 💚

📸 Drop a pic of your pup playing fetch below! ⬇️

10/16/2025

🐾 TODAY is National Feral Cat Day! 🐾

Feral cats may live on the fringes of society, but they deserve health, safety, and compassion too. 💙

🏥 One of the most powerful ways we can protect feral cat colonies is through:
✅ Vaccination – Prevent deadly diseases like rabies, panleukopenia, and calicivirus.
✅ FeLV/FIV Testing – Identify and manage viral infections to protect the entire colony and reduce suffering.

💉 Every cat trapped, neutered, and returned (TNR) is a chance to make a difference — not just in controlling population, but in preventing illness.

Let’s advocate for humane care, disease prevention, and responsible colony management. 🐱💪

10/14/2025

Join us at Creekside Animal Clinic to celebrate Vet Tech Appreciation Week! We want to show our wonderful staff just how much they mean to us. :)

10/14/2025

We would argue… NOTHING 🎃👻🙅🏼‍♀️

Did you know that fleas are more than just a nuisance? They can cause itching, discomfort, and even transmit diseases to our furry friends. 🐾💔

Prevention is KEY to keeping your pets happy and healthy! Fleas DON’T just vanish when it gets chilly; they can stay active and even thrive inside your warm home. 🏠 To protect your pets and keep them comfortable, it's crucial to maintain flea prevention YEAR-ROUND.

Here are some tips to keep those pesky fleas at bay:

1. Regular Vet Check-ups: Make sure to schedule regular visits to your vet for flea prevention advice and treatments. 🩺

2. Monthly Preventatives: Use vet-recommended flea prevention treatments CONSISTENTLY. It’s easier to prevent fleas than to deal with an infestation! 💊

3. Clean Home Environment: Vacuum regularly and wash your pet’s bedding to eliminate any lurking fleas and their eggs. 🧹🛏️

4. Outdoor Care: Keep your yard well-maintained to minimize flea habitats. 🌿

Remember, a flea-free pet is a happy pet! 🌟🐕🐈 Let's keep those tails wagging and purrs coming with effective flea prevention 💪🛡️

10/10/2025

🩺💚 Mental Health Matters in Vet Med 💚🩺

Veterinary professionals dedicate their lives to caring for animals—but behind the scenes, many silently struggle with overwhelming stress, emotional exhaustion, and compassion fatigue.

👉 Long hours, high-pressure situations, and the emotional toll of patient care can all impact mental well-being. It's time we start talking about it—and supporting those who care for our animals.

🐾 You are not alone. Your well-being matters.

If you're a vet professional in need of support or just someone who cares and wants to learn more, check out or https://nomv.org/ — a nonprofit dedicated to providing mental health resources, peer support, and a safe space for those in the veterinary field.

💬 Let’s break the stigma. Support each other. Prioritize mental health in every clinic, every team, every day.