Richmond Animal Hospital

11/14/2023

Good Afternoon friends and family of Richmond Animal Hospital.
Next week is Thanksgiving! Yup, sure is. So that means lots of taste treats, savory meals, and lots of family and friends over.
With that in mind, be mindful of your furry, scaley, and feathery friends too. Not all human food is safe for their consumption.
So keep an eye on the floors, and make sure that all food remains on the table. No bones wither cooked or not should ever be given to your pet. But that is not just it. Below you will find a list of toxic foods that humans have a tendency to give their pets.
Grapes/Raisins - can lead to sudden kidney failure when ingested by dogs or cats.
Turkey Bones - Cooked and uncooked bones can splinter, puncturing the digestive tract.
Turkey Skin - Turkey skin is very fatty and can cause digestive upset and possible pancreatitis.
Onions - Onions are toxic to both dogs and cats and, when ingested, can do permanent damage to an animal’s red blood cells.
Garlic - Garlic is extremely toxic to dogs and cats even in very small amounts.
Alcohol - A dog's kidneys were not meant to filter or process the alcohol content of beer, wine or drinks of any alcoholic nature.
Chocolate - When ingested by pets, chocolate can cause vomiting and diarrhea, panting, abnormal heart rhythm, seizures and even death.
Sage - Sage can cause an stomach upset and central nervous system depression when ingested by dogs and cats.
Ham - In addition to being high in fat, ham is also very salty, which can cause serious stomach ache or pancreatitis.
And that is just to name a few. Make sure to do your research during meal preparation if you are thinking of giving your furry friend a meal of their own from your dinner plate. Would hate to see a tragedy happen, when we should be making positive memories instead of bad ones.

11/14/2023

Good Afternoon friends and family of Richmond Animal Hospital.

Next week is Thanksgiving! Yup, sure is. So that means lots of taste treats, savory meals, and lots of family and friends over.

With that in mind, be mindful of your furry, scaley, and feathery friends too. Not all human food is safe for their consumption.

So keep an eye on the floors, and make sure that all food remains on the table. No bones wither cooked or not should ever be given to your pet. But that is not just it. Below you will find a list of toxic foods that humans have a tendency to give their pets.

Grapes/Raisins - can lead to sudden kidney failure when ingested by dogs or cats.

Turkey Bones - Cooked and uncooked bones can splinter, puncturing the digestive tract.

Turkey Skin - Turkey skin is very fatty and can cause digestive upset and possible pancreatitis.

Onions - Onions are toxic to both dogs and cats and, when ingested, can do permanent damage to an animal’s red blood cells.

Garlic - Garlic is extremely toxic to dogs and cats even in very small amounts.

Alcohol - A dog's kidneys were not meant to filter or process the alcohol content of beer, wine or drinks of any alcoholic nature.

Chocolate - When ingested by pets, chocolate can cause vomiting and diarrhea, panting, abnormal heart rhythm, seizures and even death.

Sage - Sage can cause an stomach upset and central nervous system depression when ingested by dogs and cats.

Ham - In addition to being high in fat, ham is also very salty, which can cause serious stomach ache or pancreatitis.

And that is just to name a few. Make sure to do your research during meal preparation if you are thinking of giving your furry friend a meal of their own from your dinner plate. Would hate to see a tragedy happen, when we should be making positive memories instead of bad ones.

10/06/2023

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

We all know what time of year it is, as the ghouls and goblins begin to prowl across the land in search of some tasty treats...Namely candy.

With that in mind, please be mindful of where the candy is. A good portion of candy is toxic and dangerous for your furry, scaly, and or feathered friends.

So make sure it is kept up high out of their reach. We wouldn't want them to suffer and have to be rushed to the nearest animal ER.

Don't get us wrong, we love to see our patients and their families. We just want to spread awareness about how devastating candy can be to our animal companions during this Halloween season. Or any season for that matter.

So let's all be vigilant and mindful together so all remain safe!

08/16/2023

Good Afternoon friends and family of Richmond Animal Hospital.

We know that with the scorching sun, and lack of rain things are really dry out there. Be sure your outside pets have plenty of shade and water.

But also, keep an eye on your yard. Because there are more than likely cracks beginning to form in the soil leaving a perfect trap not only for you but your wonderful pets. And these traps can cause serious injury.

So when in doubt outside, watch out and be prepared. Stay safe!.

08/16/2023

Good Afternoon friends and family of Richmond Animal Hospital.

We know that with the scorching sun, and lack of rain things are really dry out there. Be sure your outside pets have plenty of shade and water.

But also, keep an eye on your yard. Because there are more than likely cracks beginning to form in the soil leaving a perfect trap not only for you but your wonderful pets. And these traps can cause serious injury.

So when in doubt outside, watch out and be prepared. Stay safe!

07/27/2023

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Remember folks, that if you are in a hurry and don't have time to swing on by to pick up medications and or prevention....

Vetsmall.com is the site for you!

Check vetsmall.com out today, and they will ship it directly to your house.

Frontline, Frontline Plus, Frontline flea control Advantage, Advantix, Comfortis, Heartgard, Inerceptor, pet's medications and flea control products.

07/20/2023

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family.

Wither it be wet an rainy, or hot and sunny...Mosquitoes are always present all year long.

With that in mind, be sure to stay up to date on your heartworm prevention for your canine friends. Heartworms are transmitted through a mosquito's bite.

Leaving heartworms unprevented and untreated can have serious lasting effects. So stop in today to stock up, or order online through Vetsmall.com today!

07/05/2023

The temps are starting to sore, as we begin the preheating of our summer season so we wanted to take a moment to remind you to remember them.

Remember to give ample shade from the scorching sun.

Remember to give LOTS of access to plenty of cool water.

Remember to not leave them in hot cars.

Remember to not leave them outside for too long.

Remember to walk on grassy areas to prevent the hot ground from blistering their paws.

07/03/2023

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family.

We just wanted to give you all a friendly reminder, that we will be closed tomorrow for the holiday.

July 4th.

We will resume normal business hours Wednesday, July 5th.

Thank you, and have a safe holiday!

06/26/2023

In a hurry, and can't stop in to pick up your pets medications/preventions?

Check out our online store www.vetsmall.com today, and have it shipped right to your front door!

Frontline, Frontline Plus, Frontline flea control Advantage, Advantix, Comfortis, Heartgard, Inerceptor, pet's medications and flea control products.

06/26/2023

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

We wanted to inform everyone, that this coming Tuesday July, 4th we will be closed for the holiday.

Please make arrangements where necessary if you require medical needs. We will be open Monday (July 3rd), and resume normal business hours on Wednesday (July 5th).

Please also remember we are no longer boarding at this time. If you need a place to tend to your furry friends while you're on vacation, we can offer you a couple of suggestions. Just remember booking maybe limited.

Pecan Grove Kennels
4612 Richmond-Foster Rd, Richmond, TX 77406
(281) 342-7946

Parkland Kennels
615 Pitts Rd, Richmond, TX 77406
(281) 342-0852

06/26/2023

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family.

With the upcoming holiday, we wanted to take a moment and remind you all of the importance to microchipping and vaccinations.

Countless pets are separated from their families around the holidays, especially 4th of July and New Years. And it is because of the rabies tag and or microchip we are able to successfully reunited separated loved ones.

So make sure your information is up to date on your microchips, and your vaccinations. Because try as you might, it might be the year you unfortunately lose sight of a furry friend due to the loud noises brought on by fireworks.

And speaking of fireworks, if you can't update the information and vaccinations. Make sure to safely secure your pets where they won't be subject to the loud noises. A place where they themselves feel safe.

Until next time, stay safe out there!

05/25/2023

Good morning Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

We wanted to let you all know, that we will be closed Monday, May 29th in observance of the Memorial holiday. We will resume normal business hours the following business day.

Please make sure to make any necessary arrangements if you need medical attention for your pet before or after the holiday.

Otherwise, may you all stay safe out there..

05/25/2023

Good morning Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

We wanted to let you all know, that we will be closed Monday, May 29th in observance of the Memorial holiday. We will resume normal business hours the following business day.

Please make sure to make any necessary arrangements if you need medical attention for your pet before or after the holiday.

Otherwise, may you all stay safe out there.

05/22/2023

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal friends and family!

We wanted to take a moment to remind you about your pets and fireworks.

Often people like to celebrate Memorial Day, 4th Of July, and New Years with a bang. And these loud noises created by fireworks can cause unwarranted stress to your fur babies. It can make them scared and cause them to run away. Or make them even potentially aggressive.

So please keep that thought in you mind when you go to celebrate these holidays, and make sure to secure your furry, feathered, scaly friends in a nice quiet area while you enjoy the festivities.

And should there be a reason you cannot do so, make sure your rabies tag and or microchip is current with your information and registered. We have reunited many families with their pets by their tags and or microchips.

Until then, stay safe out there everyone!

05/16/2023

We are still looking for spring time fun fur babies for the "Spring Time" Facebook photo album. Feel free to submit yours today by sending us a message with the picture or pictures of choice, and their names...

05/16/2023

We are still looking for spring time fun fur babies for the "Spring Time" Facebook photo album. Feel free to submit yours today by sending us a message with the picture or pictures of choice, and their names.

05/11/2023

Happy Thursday! - Have a great one.

05/11/2023

Good morning Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

We wanted to take a moment and inform you that you have another option to getting your preventatives and medications outside of coming in and picking them up. That's right, you have another option!

As we all know life can get busy, and some times you don't have time to come in and get refills. That is way we have vetsmall.com. It is our online store that you can order your prescriptions through, and then they will be mailed to your door step. Talk about WOW!

One less thing for you to worry about, and it is conveniently shipped to your house. What a deal!

05/08/2023

Good Morning Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

Since spring isn't a thing here in Texas it seems, as it goes from winter straight to summer....

We wanted to show off a little bit of spring that is in the air, by showcasing some of our adorable furry friends that come to see us.

So if you have a cute spring like picture of your fur baby, and want to submit it to us so we can add it to our spring fur babies album on facebook. Feel free to message us with your submission.

05/04/2023

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

We wanted to give a friendly reminder about the well being of your fur babies, and the steadily climbing temperatures.

That's right, summer is almost here, and you don't want your fur babies to go without. Make sure they have plenty of water, and shade during the rather warm days.

05/04/2023

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

We wanted to give a friendly reminder about the well being of your fur babies, and the steadily climbing temperatures.

That's right, summer is almost here, and you don't want your fur babies to go without. Make sure they have plenty of water, and shade during the rather warm days.

12/27/2022

Good afternoon friends and family of Richmond Animal Hospital.

As 2022 nears it's final end, more and more people are inclined to celebrate the coming of the new year.

And with those celebrations often come the crackle, snap, and pop of fireworks. Please be mindful of these loud noises, as it can startle and or alarm your furry friend and send them into a frightened state of mind.

That state of mind often sends pets running for the hills, and away from their homes out of desperation. So if they scare easy, make sure to lock them away securely. Preferably away from such loud noises, as you enjoy your ringing of the new year...

12/27/2022

Good afternoon friends and family of Richmond Animal Hospital.

As 2022 nears it's final end, more and more people are inclined to celebrate the coming of the new year.

And with those celebrations often come the crackle, snap, and pop of fireworks. Please be mindful of these loud noises, as it can startle and or alarm your furry friend and send them into a frightened state of mind.

That state of mind often sends pets running for the hills, and away from their homes out of desperation. So if they scare easy, make sure to lock them away securely. Preferably away from such loud noises, as you enjoy your ringing of the new year.

12/22/2022

Good afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital family and friends.

We wanted to let you all know, that due to the weather we will be closed tomorrow Friday Dec. 23rd. We will be returning on Dec. 26th for regular business hours.

Thank you, and remain safe and warm everyone!

12/20/2022

Good afternoon friends and family of Richmond Animal Hospital.

With the winter weather finally here, we all must take precautions in preparing for what lies a head. Personal, structural, as well as for our furry friends and loved ones.

And with those precautions you need to make plans. And with plans you can't forget your pets, as they are very much a part of your family.

So please be sure to check your engines before starting your cars. The smaller ones may seek the warmth of a recently run vehicle. If you do, it can not only save your vehicle unseen damage but it could also save a life.

Secondly, you don't want to leave your pet outside any longer that you yourself would be outside. Their fur is like the clothes we wear and do little to nothing to protect them from the cold. So keep them indoors as much as possible, or provide them a warm enclosure they can hide from the elements in.

Making these changes during to cold weather can make a life and death difference. And if you don't have the time to do so, make the time. Plan a head and ensure everything, and everyone is safe and sound!

11/15/2022

Good Evening Richmond Animal Hospital family and friends.

Thanks Giving is next week, and we will be closed on Thanksgiving day. We will be open regular hours Monday through Wednesday, and 8 to 1 on Friday. So if you need vaccinations, and or other medical necessities done please be sure to give yourself plenty of time to do so in order to get them done for your furry friend.

And speaking of the Thanksgiving holiday, we wanted to remind you all that even though we no longer board. We do recommend that if you can't include your furry friend for this holiday, to please not wait until the last minute. Our local boarding facilities are filling up fast.

10/19/2022

Good Afternoon Richmond Animal Hospital friends and family!

With the sweet tooth holiday known as Halloween right around the corner, comes some concerns for the kiddos and furry friends too.

While you watch out for the kiddos safety, make sure their four legged shadows don't get a hold of their candy. Candy can be very toxic and harmful to pets. Please keep all candy up and out of the reach of where your pets can gain access to it.

Also, please do not delight in scaring pets with costumes either. We might delight in some frightful fun, they do not. Scaring them only causes stress which upon itself can be harmful to them and cause unnecessary trauma.