Patton Veterinary Hospital

06/23/2025

🕷️😳 That’s a Tick?!
Dr. Kevin snapped these photos of a deer tick in the nymph stage—and yes, they’re really that small. About the size of a poppy seed, nymph ticks are nearly impossible to see, especially on a furry pet. 👀

But don’t let their size fool you—nymph ticks can still transmit Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses in both pets and humans. They’re active in late spring and early summer, love shady and humid areas like tall grass or leaf litter, and can latch on without anyone noticing. 🐾🌿

✅ Nymph ticks can transmit diseases in as little as 24–36 hours after biting.
✅ Dogs may not show signs of Lyme for weeks to months after infection.
✅ Signs include joint pain, lethargy, fever, and decreased appetite.

🦴 Prevention is key!
Flea and Tick prevention products like Bravecto are designed to kill ticks before they can transmit disease—saving you and your dog from a lot of trouble later on.

📞 Give us a call at 717-246-3611 today to make sure your pet is covered. We can help you choose the best prevention for your dog’s size, age, and lifestyle.

06/23/2025

🎆🐾 Fireworks Are Coming… Is Your Pet Ready? 🐾🎆
The 4th of July is just around the corner, and while we love the celebration, many pets don’t love the noise. 😟

If your dog struggles with anxiety from fireworks or loud noises, now’s the perfect time to give us a call! We can talk about medication options or other ways to help them stay calm, cool, and comfortable during the holiday.

📞 Don’t wait until the fireworks start—give us a call at 717-246-3611 this week so you and your pet are all set!

06/20/2025

🎉 Happy !!! 👏
Say hello to Tucker, a 7-month-old Cockapoo who came in with one wild paw situation. 🐾 During some of his puppy visits, it was noted that his left hind foot had two toes fused together—a likely birth defect that gave him one seriously funky footprint! 🧬👣

As Tucker grew, one of the nails started growing at an odd angle, heading straight into the soft tissue of the neighboring toe. Not good! 😬 So, Dr. Walters and her surgical team stepped in to help.

With careful dissection and suturing, she removed the abnormal toe and gave Tucker a more comfortable, safer paw. He’s now healing up and ready to strut his stuff—just with a few less toes! 💪🐶

Whether it's a freaky toe, a mystery lump, or just something you have never seen before - we're only a phone call away! Reach out at 717-246-3611.📲🐾

06/19/2025

Did you know, Suidae, the group of hoofed mammals known as pigs first appeared 20-35 million years ago? The rarest species of pig is the Visayan warty pig in the Philippines. Less than 200 are thought to remain in the wild.🐖🐷🐖

06/18/2025

✨This week's Senior Star, Tommie is around 20 years old!
Tommie's owner caught him as an adult stray using fried chicken! 🍗 😁 This gorgeous guy certainly doesn't look his age. 😻
Send pics of your senior pets to [email protected] with the title "Senior Stars" to have your pet featured on our page!

06/18/2025

☔️Rainy days got you down? We’ve got just the thing to brighten the day!☀️
Enjoy these puppy & kitten pics, and remember to call us at 717-246-3611 for all your pet’s needs!

06/17/2025

Summer officially arrives this week and, hopefully, more sun! 🌞 Pets can suffer from sunburn, too so let's learn more about how to protect them from sun exposure in this week's blog.🧴😎🐾

Patton Veterinary Hospital discussed safe sunscreens and ways to protect pets from sunburn.

06/16/2025

Dr. Schmidt visited Wickersham Elementary School for another fun-filled classroom presentation—bringing along his trusty box of fun and his adorable doodle, Pogo! 🐶📦

He guided students through listening to heartbeats, performing general exams, and shared what it’s like to be a veterinarian. The classroom turned into a mini vet clinic full of curiosity, learning, and lots of smiles. 🩺✨

Thank you, Dr. Schmidt, for sharing your passion and sparking inspiration in the next generation of animal lovers!

06/15/2025

Patton Veterinary Hospital wishes all the dads out there a Happy Father's Day! Whether you are a father to kids, pets, or both, we think you're awesome! Keep up the good work--dads rock!

06/13/2025

🔮🕷️ It’s Freaky Friday… and Friday the 13th! 🕷️🔮
This week’s freaky feature is a Australian Blue Heeler named Phoebe! 🐾

Phoebe came to us with what seemed like UTI symptoms—but something just wasn’t adding up. 🧐 After an X-ray and ultrasound, we uncovered the real culprit… bladder stones! 😱

She started on medication and a prescription diet specially formulated to help manage bladder stones while she waited for her cystotomy surgery. Not too long after, Dr. Walters successfully removed the stones, and Phoebe is doing great since her procedure! 💪🐶

We're so glad we got to the bottom of this mystery—because even when it’s not Friday the 13th, you never know what’s hiding under the surface! 👻

06/12/2025

Did you know, bald eagles can reach flight speeds of 30 miles per hour and up to 100mph when diving for prey?
🦅😲🦅

06/11/2025

🌟Meet this week's Senior Star, Max! 😍This handsome fellow is a very distinguished senior.⭐
Send your senior pet photos to [email protected] with the title "Senior Stars" to have your pet featured on our page.