Bethany Family Pet Clinic

01/07/2025

It’s National Walk Your Dog Month! 🐕❄️

Even in the chilly weather, regular walks are great for keeping your pup happy, healthy, and full of energy. Plus, it’s a fantastic way for you both to get some fresh air and exercise! 💪

Remember to bundle up, watch for icy patches, and keep your walks safe and fun. 🧥✨ Does your dog have a favorite walking spot or a cute winter coat? Share in the comments—we’d love to see your walking buddies! 📸🐾

01/06/2025

A huge thank you to for allowing us the use of the brand new community room for our team meeting! What a wonderful space for the Portland vet med community 😍

BFPC got the entire clinic got together to discuss 2024 wins and 2025 goals. Next year is looking bright!! ☀️

01/04/2025

It’s National Cuddle Up Day! 💖🐾

The perfect excuse to snuggle up with your furry friend and enjoy some cozy quality time. Share a pic of your cuddle buddy in the comments—we’d love to see! 📸👇

01/01/2025

🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉 As we reflect on all the memories and successes of 2024, we feel so honored to have shared your pet's milestones with you. Thank you for trusting us with their care! We look forward to continuing to provide the best care for your furry family members in 2025 and creating even more cherished moments together! 🐾✨ Wishing you and your pets a wonderful year ahead!

12/30/2024

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI H5N1), also known as Avian Flu, is a virus that is highly contagious and often fatal in poultry. While humans can contract the virus, it is typically not severe and causes mild or no symptoms. Since May 2022, HPAI H5N1 has affected multiple commercial and backyard poultry flocks in Oregon. Additionally, cats and dogs can be susceptible to the virus, although dogs seem to be less affected than cats.

The Oregon State Veterinary Medical Association recommends the following precautions to help prevent the spread of HPAI and other diseases:
• Avoid consuming raw or undercooked meat or dairy products.
• Limit contact with sick or dead animals.
• Wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw animal products or coming into contact with sick/dead animals.
• Report sick or dead birds to the ODA at 503-986-4711.
• Keep pets and poultry away from wild waterfowl.

If your cat or dog shows any of the following symptoms, seek veterinary care promptly:
• Fever
• Lethargy
• Loss of appetite
• Red or inflamed eyes
• Discharge from the eyes or nose
• Difficulty breathing
• Neurological symptoms (e.g., tremors, seizures, incoordination, or blindness)

As always, we are here to answer any specific questions or concerns you may have about your beloved companions. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for guidance.

RECALL ALERT - The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) is alerting pet owners that samples of Northwest Naturals brand 2lb Turkey Recipe raw & frozen pet food tested positive for a H5N1 strain of the Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) virus.

Northwest Naturals, a Portland, Oregon-based company, is voluntarily recalling its Northwest Naturals brand 2lb Feline Turkey Recipe raw & frozen pet food. The recalled product is packaged in 2-pound plastic bags with “Best if used by” dates of 05/21/26 B10 and 06/23/2026 B1. The product was sold nationwide through distributors in AZ, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MD, MI, MN, PA, RI and WA in the United States, and British Columbia in Canada. More information: https://bit.ly/3Pd7OgN

12/29/2024

✨New Year Closure Announcement 🎉

In observance of New Year’s Day, our hospital will be closing at 2:00p on Tuesday, December 31 and will be CLOSED on January 1. We’ll be back to serve you and your pets at 7:00a on Thursday, January 2nd. Please ensure you have everything your furry friends need to ring in the new year safely! 🐾✨

12/25/2024

🎄 Wishing you a warm and happy holiday from your dedicated veterinary team! 🎅🐾 May your celebrations be filled with love, joy, and plenty of cuddles from your furry friends. Stay safe, and enjoy the season! ❄️

12/22/2024

🎅Holiday Closure Announcement 🎄

In observance of the upcoming holidays, Bethany Family Pet Clinic will be closing at NOON on CHRISTMAS EVE, and will be CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY.

If you have a medical emergency, please reach out to one of the local emergency clinics:
DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital- (503) 228-7281
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) Beaverton - (503) 751-2082
Emergency Clinic of Tualatin - (503) 691-7922
Bridgetown Emergency and Referral - (503) 489-9535

12/18/2024

In the heart of the holiday season, we’re here to help keep your pets safe and happy! 🎄✨
Check out our winter holiday safety tips for your furry friends below.

12/16/2024

Holiday shopping for your pet? Check out our list of safe, fun toys to fill their stocking! 🎄🎅
If your pet wrote a wish list to Santa, what would top it? Let us know in the comments below! 🐶🐱

12/10/2024

Doing some last minute holiday shopping for your dog or cat? 🎁 We've got a great selection of treats, toys, puzzles, harnesses, and even stockings for your furry family! 🎅 Stop by the lobby during your visit, or while out checking out the amazing Bethany Village Christmas tree. 🎄

Ask our staff how the calming pheromones, harnesses, ThunderShirts and more can help your pet to have a Fear Free experience here at the clinic, and at home. 😻

12/06/2024

💥🎄Early Closure alert! ❄️🚨

We will be hosting our staff holiday party on Saturday, December 7th. We will be closing at 3:00p and reopening on Sunday at 8:00a. If you have a medical emergency, please reach out to one of the local emergency clinics:
DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital- (503) 228-7281
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) Beaverton - (503) 751-2082
Emergency Clinic of Tualatin - (503) 691-7922
Bridgetown Emergency and Referral - (503) 489-9535

You can also leave us a voicemail or email, and we will return your message as soon as possible. Happy Holidays!

12/06/2024

🎄We've got an empty box ready to be filled with donations! 🎁 Join us in supporting the Portland Veterinary Medical Association's annual pet supplies drive to fill the shelves of Portland Animal Welfare Team - PAW Team and supply Coffee Creek Puppy Program!

PAW Team is a grassroots, volunteer-powered nonprofit that provides vital veterinary services for over 1,000 Portland-area families per year, aiding individuals living on the streets, in transitional shelters or government housing, as well as those facing temporary financial hardship that restricts their access to medical care for their pets.

A small group of adults in custody (AIC) at Coffee Creek Correctional Facility (CCCF), located in Wilsonville, raise puppies for Canine Companions. Canine Companions is a national non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with physical, cognitive, and developmental disabilities by providing highly trained service dogs. The AIC handlers raise the puppies for the first year and a half of the dog’s life.

Items most needed/desired:
🟢New or gently used (clean!) collars, leashes, harnesses and halters (harnesses and head halters are especially desired!)
🔴New or gently used dog and cat toys- plush and tough chew (Kongs, Westpaw or Goughnut toys)
🟢New or gently used warm pet clothing– sweatshirts, rain-gear, etc.
🔴Over the counter products: dental/oral care, skin/joint/gi supplements (Probiotics, Wellactin, Dasaquin, Dermcaps, etc)
🟢Feline and Canine Flea & Heartworm Preventatives
🔴Dry, canned, or pouch food– Any quality brand (MUST BE IN ORIGINAL PACKAGING) no more than 6 months past expiration
🟢Training treats, pill pockets, pastes
🔴Pet beds and blankets (new or very clean only)
🟢Cat litter
🔴Grooming and general care tools, shampoo, nail clippers, ear cleaner, dog waste bags

Drop them off in our lobby during business hours!

12/02/2024

Happy December! 🎄 It is time for us to honor loved ones past with our annual Memorial Tree. Each year, our clients send in photos of their beloved pets of the past for us to display on lit trees outside of the clinic through the start of the new year. Please send a quality photo with your pet's name, and a sentence or two if desired, to our email: [email protected].

We will create a photo ornament that you can pick up after the holidays to put on your tree for years to come.

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from our veterinary family to yours! 🍂🦃

We are so grateful for the trust you place in us to care for your furry family members. Wishing you a day filled with love, gratitude, and plenty of belly rubs! 🐾 Have a wonderful holiday with your loved ones (both two- and four-legged)!

11/25/2024

Thanksgiving Closure Announcement 🦃🍂
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, our hospital will be closed on Thursday, November 28th. We’ll resume normal hours on Friday, November 29th. We will do our best to respond to all voicemails/emails as promptly as we can, however if it is an emergency please call during normal business hours.

Please make sure to pick up any medications or food ahead of time, and remember to keep your pets safe during the holiday!

11/22/2024

With the holidays around the corner, it's essential to keep our furry friends safe and happy 🦃🐾🍂 Remember to keep emergency veterinary numbers on hand for any unforeseen situations that may arise.

11/19/2024

Pet Diabetes Awareness 🐾🩺

Did you know? November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month! Here are some important facts to keep your furry friends healthy:

🔹 Diabetes in pets is more common than you think, affecting 1 in every 300 dogs and 1 in every 230 cats.
🔹 Symptoms to watch for: increased thirst, frequent urination, weight loss despite a good appetite, and lethargy.
🔹 Early detection is key! With proper management, including insulin therapy, a healthy diet, and regular vet visits, diabetic pets can lead happy lives.
🔹 Pets are more likely to develop diabetes if they’re overweight, older, or have a genetic predisposition.

If you notice any of these signs, schedule a check-up with your vet right away!