Integrating alternative and conventional medicine into balanced holistic health care. Holistic veterinarian medicine for animals in Portland, Oregon.
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TRVC serves both as a primary care facility for those interested in holistic care for their pets and as a referral clinic for conventional veterinarians who would like their patients to receive acupuncture, chiropractic, or a holistic consultation.
If you'd like to have a little fun and support the blood bank program at Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital, check out this year's photo contest- you can give by entering your own pet in the contest or by voting for some of the many cute pics.
(There are a couple of Two Rivers Vet employee pets in the selection!)
Sunshine and Summer Playtime
Dr. Methven's dog, Mostar, did a great job modeling his Two Rivers Vet bandana. They are available in the waiting room for the taking, as long as supplies last!
An update on our previous post about changes in travel to Canada & Mexico:
Many of the CDC's proposed changes for entry into the US were rolled back prior to implementation; there are still a few things to be aware of:
-Currently, there is not a clear way to travel with dogs younger than 6 months.
-There are additional restrictions if your dog has visited a high-risk rabies country in the past 6 months (US, Canada and Mexico are all on the low-risk list).
-All dogs must complete a CDC Dog Import Form prior to entry into the US (though it can be completed quickly on any device w/ internet access)
Per the CDC website:
In addition to having a receipt for a CDC Dog Import Form:
-Dogs must appear healthy upon arrival.
-Dogs must be at least 6 months old at time of entry or return to the U.S.
-Dogs must have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner to identify them.
There are four requirements for dogs that have ONLY been in countries that are dog-rabies free or lo
Many of our clients are accustomed to easy travel to Canada and Mexico with their dogs. Please be aware of changes starting August 1st that will affect your ability to return to the US:
Starting on August 1, 2024, dogs entering or returning to the United States must meet new, specific requirements depending on where they have been in the 6 months before entering the U.S. and where they received their rabies vaccines (if required).
The current heat wave is a good reminder that we can all learn a bit more about how to help our pets manage this weather.
Use caution on hot asphalt and pavement-
Blacktop retains a lot of heat and can be much hotter than the ambient temperatures. While the pads on a dog's paw are a lot tougher than our skin, they can still suffer burns from walking on hot pavement. If you cannot put your own hand or stand barefoot on the pavement for about 10 seconds, then it is likely too hot for your dog to walk on too.
So...
Limit activity to the cooler times of the day-
While the most direct sunlight occurs around noon, the day will be the hottest towards late afternoon, around 3-5 p.m. Plan for walks in the early morning or evening hours to avoid the hottest times of the day.
(Tips from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine)
To learn why fans don't cool your pets as much as they do us, or why high humidity makes it more difficult for dogs to cool, or to gain awareness of the signs of heat stroke:
How to keep animals cool when temperatures soar.
The office is closed today for the 4th of July holiday, but we will resume normal hours tomorrow.
We are fortunate in the Portland area to have ample access to emergency and urgent care if your pet needs medical attention. We keep a list of resources on our website:
https://tworiversvet.com/emergency/
https://tworiversvet.com/blog/planning-for-fireworks-season/
As many of our clients are painfully aware, the loud noises from fireworks can cause symptoms of fear and anxiety in pets, ranging from mild trembling, panting, and hiding, to severe panic with attempts to escape through windows or fences, risking severe injury or loss. We encourage you to have a pl...
We're already seeing grass getting tall and developing seeds. Every year we remove these sharp, barbed seed bodies (often called foxtails or grass awns) from ears and eyes or burrowed between toes. Many dogs end up at emergency clinics for treatment, which may explain this new poster, compliments of Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital.
As it gets warm and dry, avoid areas with high grass and be aware of any foxtails clinging to your dog's haircoat and remove them before they can become a painful problem.
Two big cats, one small box...
It's the time of year that we start talking about parasites: fleas, ticks, and the growing conversation about heartworm. To read our recent newsletter about heartworm, click the link below.
https://tworiversvet.com/blog/is-it-time-to-start-worrying-about-heartworm-2/
For those of you that have followed our annual unveiling of artwork by Jen Leber on each Chinese New Year (for the last 10 years!) my apologies for this belated introduction to this year's Year of the Dragon! We are so grateful that she continues to share her talents with us.
Today is the start of the Lunar New Year.
Sending best wishes to all!
🐉 Did you know that each year of the Lunar New Year zodiac is associated with an animal (which runs on a 12 year cycle) but there is also an element? There are five elements: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. This upcoming Lunar New Year is the year of the Wood Dragon. The last year of the Dragon was in 2012, and its element was water. Wood is associated with strength, flexibility, and the ability to adapt and thrive. The last time there was a year of the wood dragon was 1964. (For those of you around in 1964 – what stands out to you most about that year?)
✨ May you all thrive in this Year of the Wood Dragon!
🏮 Celebrate the Year of the Wood Dragon at Lan Su Feb 7- Mar 2 with activities ranging from cultural performances, calligraphy, family crafts, and the iconic Lantern Viewing Evenings. Visit lansugarden.org/LunarNewYear or link in bio to learn more.
**Weather-related schedule change**
In anticipation of freezing rain, our office will be closing at 1:00pm today to get everyone home safely. We will also open a bit late tomorrow (optimistically planning on 10am, but will change if necessary)
Be safe!
A great article from Instinct Dog Training with tips about getting the most from your vet visits.
This week, we're talking about 5 behavioral changes that can be connected to an underlying medical issue. Many times, a change in our dog’s behavior seems to indicate a need for additional training or behavior modification. But in certain scenarios, a visit with your veterinarian may be the best f...
Freya is unimpressed, but we were impressed with those wrinkles!
So many lessons to be learned from our cats.
Today's lesson: If getting out of bed seems a bit unpleasant, just crawl back in.
Cute Christmas kitty
Some of us are very fond of mixed breed dogs; the mystery of what breeds combined to create the unique looks or characteristics of a companion with unknown pedigree. Many dogs are 'assigned' a breed by rescue organizations which is an educated guess rather than science, which makes the mystery a real one. It's the reason genetic testing has become so popular.
Meet Radar- the combination of those ears, the blue eye, the athletic body, the super short hair coat- all make for a lot of curiosity. Though I don't know if there are any plans to test her breed, feel free to make your guesses for fun.
Trick or treat! (No secret- it's always treats)
Kodak came to his visit as a dragon today- what a treat for US!
Cats are so helpful.
Those groceries aren't going to squash themselves.
https://www.tworiversvet.com/planning-for-fireworks-season/
The start of summer is on the calendar next week, and fireworks season is close to follow.
As many of our clients are painfully aware, the loud noises from fireworks can cause symptoms of fear and anxiety in pets, ranging from mild trembling, panting, and hiding, to severe panic with attempts to escape through windows or fences, risking severe injury or loss. We encourage you to have a pl...
We are experiencing phone and internet disruptions, but hope they will be remedied soon!
We have limited access to our email if you wish to send a message to [email protected] we will do our best to reply.
What a perfect spring photo- fallen blossoms and a bounding puppy... those ears!!
Megan got a puppy! Peanut is learning to come to work and getting some good socialization (and providing ample distraction for all of us)
https://www.tworiversvet.com/dr-stroms-next-adventure/
It has been my honor to partner with you and help care for your beloved pets over the years. It breaks my heart to announce that I will be leaving the Portland area to pursue the challenges and joys that await in the next season of my life. Leaving Portland is an unexpected decision, but […]
I almost overlooked St. Patrick's Day, but was quickly reminded by these two. I couldn't keep this picture to myself. Enjoy.
Snow, ice, wind- exciting for a dog, but not for Portland travel.
Weather Closure:
We are not opening for regular appointments today and will be calling to reschedule everyone. We hope to have someone at the office for a couple of hours this morning for any urgent prescription pickups or to address any time sensitive questions. If you leave a message on our phone voicemail this morning, we hope to have someone call you back.
Be safe!
The Chinese New Year started on Sunday, but this little rabbit waited until today for her big reveal.
For those that have been following along, this is our NINTH yearly painting by the amazing Jen Leber- former Two Rivers Vet Tech and artist extraordinaire. Each year she creates something lovely and colorful with a little whimsy and beautiful flowers.
A big thank you to Jen for adding a bit of beauty to our lives and helping to welcome the Year Of The Rabbit.
We've been taking photos for our patient records, and we had a streak of really cute cat pictures. Surely everyone wants to see cute cat faces, right?!
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