09/01/2024
Community Veterinary Center September Featured Story: Loki
Hello, my name is Loki. I am a very laid-back Mastiff/Poodle mix. I know it sounds like an awkward combination, but it's one that my mom thinks is perfect! I met my human mom when I was a tiny puppy. We both knew from the moment she held me in her arms that our lives would be forever intertwined. For the first few months of my life, I went everywhere with my mom, including the office. But as I grew into my lanky body, I soon became too big to go to the office, so instead, I eagerly waited for her to come home, with happy wags and puppy kisses. If my mom were to describe my personality, she would say that I am a goofy, happy-go-lucky boy with a bounce in my step.
Recently, I became a big brother, a responsibility that I take very seriously. You'll often find me running around the yard, playing with my little sister. If you see us playing, you might worry about the size difference - I'm the size of the Jolly Green Giant and she's the size of a flea. But rest assured, my little sister is the queen boss of our clan, or so I let her believe. Life was perfect until it wasn't. It all began with a recent heat wave. Day after day, the heat continued to rise. My mom did all she could to keep us cool. She took us to the river (one of my favorite activities), filled a pool for us to cool off in, and kept us indoors as much as she could. It was hot during the day and the heat persisted at night, with no relief in sight.
What began with a slightly upset stomach quickly spiraled into dangerous heat exhaustion. The moment my mom realized there was cause for concern, she did all she could to bring down my temperature. Mom was able to stabilize me, but when I didn't improve by morning, she called the Community Veterinary Center. Although they had a full schedule, after learning about my condition, the wonderful staff jumped into action and fit us into their already busy schedule. After some fluids and continued love, I have begun to make a full recovery. My mom strongly believes that it was the care and quick actions of the Community Veterinary Center that helped me recover. Now that I am feeling better, we can get back to playtime, swim time, and snack time. If you are looking for someone who will go the extra mile in your time of need, the Community Veterinary Center will be there for you!