Friendship Animal Hospital

10/13/2025

⚠️ Pet Safety Alert: Recall on Bully Bites Treats

Important recall notice: Best Buy Bones, Inc. is recalling Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites (1-lb bags, lots 19379–19382) due to possible Salmonella contamination. 

Salmonella can affect both pets and humans — common symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and abdominal pain. 

If you purchased a bag of Bully Bites after September 23, 2025:
1. Stop feeding the product immediately.
2. Safely dispose of it (so no child, pet, or wildlife can access it).
3. Wash and sanitize all bowls, utensils, storage containers, and surfaces that came into contact.
4. If your pet is showing symptoms or you have concerns, contact us right away.

📍 Friendship Animal Hospital – Richmond, Texas
📞 (281) 239-6500

Stay safe, and always consult a veterinary professional with any concerns.

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October 3, 2025, Best Buy Bones, Inc. of Mount Morris, Michigan is recalling four lots of Nature’s Own Pet Chews Bully Bites 1 Pound pet treats in 16 oz. bags with a shared expiration date of September 2027because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect anima...

10/11/2025

🐾 Pet Obesity Awareness Day – Let’s Keep Pets Healthy & Happy! 🩺

Chubby pets may look cute, but extra weight can lead to serious health issues — from joint pain to diabetes.

Here are a few simple healthy habits to help your pet feel their best:
• 🥣 Measure portions with a measuring cup (no free-feeding!)
• 🦴 Swap in healthy, vet-approved treats
• 🎾 Add playtime or puzzle toys for fun exercise
• ❤️ Ask us about weight management checkups

If you’re concerned about your pet’s weight, schedule a consultation with Friendship Animal Hospital today.
Together, we can help your furry friend live their happiest, healthiest life! 🐶🐱

📍 Friendship Animal Hospital – Richmond, TX
📞 (281) 239-6500

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10/10/2025

🐾 October Is Adopt-A-Dog Month & Pet Wellness Month! 🩺

If you’ve been thinking about adding a furry friend to your family, this is the perfect time to visit your local shelter and give a dog their forever home. ❤️

It’s also National Pet Wellness Month, so don’t forget those yearly checkups, dental cleanings, and parasite preventives. A little proactive care keeps tails wagging longer! 🐕

📞 Call us at Friendship Animal Hospital in Richmond, Texas to schedule your pet’s wellness exam today — because every season is the right season for love and good health. 💜

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09/28/2025

🌍🐾 World Rabies Day – September 28 🐾🌍

World Rabies Day is a reminder of how rabies continues to impact both people and pets worldwide. The best line of defense against this deadly virus is education and prevention.

💉 Keeping your pets up to date on their rabies vaccines is not only required by law—it’s the most effective way to protect them, your family, and your community.

Take a moment today to learn about rabies: how it’s transmitted, the signs of infection, and how to prevent it. Knowledge saves lives.

👉 Learn more here: https://www.tvmf.org/articles/rabies-danger-to-pets-and-humans/

09/27/2025

We’ve adjusted our schedule to better serve you and your pets! ❤️

Monday: 9am – 6pm
Tuesday: 7am – 6pm
Wednesday: 10am – 7pm
Thursday: 9am – 5pm
Friday: 9am – 6pm

📍 9825 S Mason Rd., Suite 150
Richmond, TX 77406
📞 281-239-6500

✨ Thank you for trusting us with your pet’s care – we look forward to seeing you soon!

09/15/2025

🦷 Meet Stripeless! 🐾
This sweet girl came in for her COHAT (Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment), and we couldn’t resist sharing her adorable post-procedure photo. 💕

✨ Did you know?
According to the American Veterinary Dental College, most cats show signs of dental disease by age 3. Routine dental care is essential to keep your cat healthy and comfortable.

COHATs include:
✔️ Full oral exam under anesthesia
✔️ Dental x-rays (to check below the gumline)
✔️ Cleaning and polishing
✔️ Extractions or treatment if needed

Keeping up with dental care helps prevent pain, infection, and even issues affecting the heart, kidneys, and liver.

Give Stripeless a little love in the comments—she’s a superstar patient! 💖🐱

09/12/2025

🌟 Rockstar Patient Spotlight: Ivy! 🌟
Ivy came in for her laser therapy session, and as you can see, she looked amazing in her protective goggles. 😎🐾

✨ What is laser therapy?
Laser therapy is a safe, non-invasive treatment that uses light to stimulate healing. It can:
✔️ Reduce pain and inflammation
✔️ Speed up wound and tissue healing
✔️ Improve mobility in pets with arthritis or injuries

We love offering this gentle treatment option to help pets like Ivy feel her best. 💕

09/10/2025

Do you recognize this handsome man? Found near West Bellfort and Winston Ranch Parkway

09/10/2025

🐾💙 Giving Back to Our Community 💙🐾

Today our team had the privilege of donating food and supplies to Sugar Land Animal Services! 🐶🐱 We’re grateful for the important work they do caring for pets in need and helping them find loving homes.

Supporting our local shelters is just one way we can all make a difference for animals waiting for their forever families.

09/09/2025

💖 Meet Millie! 💖

This sweet girl came in to see us, and as always she instantly stole everyone’s hearts with her funny personality, everyone knows what Millie walks in. 🐾✨

We’re so lucky to get to care for pets like Millie—and we love being part of the bond you share with your furry family members. 💕

09/04/2025

Pet Food Alert

The FDA and public health partners have linked a case of H5N1 avian influenza in a cat to certain lots of RAWR Raw Cat Food – Chicken Eats. If your pet has consumed this product, monitor closely for signs of illness and contact your veterinarian with any concerns.

👉 Full details here: https://bit.ly/4gdHMHc

Keeping pets safe starts with staying informed. 🐾

PET FOOD ALERT: Following up on a case of H5N1 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in a cat, testing performed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, state and local public health and agriculture partners, and federal partners suggests a link between the strain of H5N1 virus detected in the cat and in certain lots of RAWR Raw Cat Food Chicken Eats, a product the cat consumed before falling ill.

https://bit.ly/4gdHMHc

09/01/2025

🌟 Meet Catalina, Billie, Bleu & Fuego! 🌟
These adorable faces were some of the highlights of last week here at the clinic. 🐾💖 Each visit reminds us how lucky we are to care for your furry family members.

Hope everyone had a relaxing long weekend!💕🐶🐱