Roland Veterinary Clinic

05/08/2024

🥩WHO WANTS TO WIN A FREE MEAT BUNDEL?🥩

It's grilling season and we are excited to give away 4 pork meat bundles! These include a Varity of different items prefect for grilling.

Picture attached below with details. Please call our office with any questions.

04/22/2024

Congratulations to our most recent contest winner. Enjoy this picture of Sophie and the prizes she won. Thank you for participating. Keep a look out for more chances to win.

04/17/2024

☀️National Lyme prevention month!☀️
As we embrace the warmer weather, lets also remember to protect your pets from Lyme disease. Prevention is the best way to protects your pets.
Lyme Disease is a bacterial illness carried by ticks. Once an infected tick bites, it is passed into the bloodstream.
➡CONTEST ALERT⬅️
❗Trivia question❗
Below are two pictures of ticks that are found in Iowa. Can you name the tick that most commonly carries Lyme disease? Please identify the name of the tick and the corresponding image. Winner will get 3 free month of flea and tick prevention. Please comment your answer, be sure to include the name of the tick and what picture shows that tick.
Winner will be randomly selected and announced on Monday. To be entered to win you must do the following...
➡like our page
➡like this post
➡Share this post
➡comment your answer

04/13/2024

Congratulations to our heartworm trivia winner carol!

🦟National Heartworm Prevention Month🦟
➡ Heartworms can take up to 6 months to test positive. This is why skipping a dose can impact your pets health. It takes 6-7 months for larva to become mature adults. Some of these prescriptions like interceptor pulse can also keep your pet protected against internal parasites such as hookworm, roundworm, whipworm and tapeworms.
➡ If left un treated heartworms can live up to 7 years inside your pet. Heartworm prevention will not kill adult heartworms that are already living inside your pet. If prevention is given when heartworms are present it can cause major health problems. This is why it is important to get yearly heartworm tests for your pet.
➡Cats can get heartworm too, even if only indoors. Heartworm disease in cats is different from heartworm disease in dogs. Heartworm disease often goes undiagnosed in cats, it’s important to understand that even immature worms could cause major damage to the heart, in the form of a condition known as heartworm associated respiratory disease (HARD). Medications that are used to treat heartworm infections in dogs cannot be used in cats. This makes prevention the only way to protect cats from heartworm disease.
❗Prevention is the best medicine. Don't forget to keep your furry friends up to date this year on Heartworm prevention. Schedule an appointment today and ask your vet what prevention is best for your pet.

04/11/2024

It's Today is the day to celebrate! We want to see your pets! Help us celebrate by sharing pictures in the comments below.
🐾 Everyone who shares this post and comments a picture will be entered to win a prize.
We are excited to see everyone's pets!

04/10/2024

Happy National Farm animal day!🐮🐥🐴
Help us celebrate by sharing pictures of your farm pets. Tell us which is your favorite farm animal in the comment below!

04/08/2024

🦟ITS NATIONAL HEARTWORM PREVENTION MONTH🦟
👉Do you want a 3 free months of Interceptor Plus?
Below is a trivia question related to national heartworm month. Comment the correct answer. All corrects answers will be entered into a drawing. Winner will be posted on Friday.
👉To be entered in this contest: You must like and share this post and comment your answer. Your pet must also be current on annual exam and heartworm test.
❗️TRIVIA QUESTION:❗️
Below are 4 statements pick which one is true.
A: There is an effective natural prevention for heartworm prevention.
B: There is a vaccination that can be given to help the prevention of heartworms.
C: It is okay to skip a dose or double up on heartworm preventive the next month if a dose was missed.
D. It is recommended that dogs get yearly heartworm tests.

https://www.heartwormsociety.org/pet-owner-resources/heartworm-basics -there-an-effective-natural-prevention-for-heartworm

03/27/2024

🐣KIDS CONTEST ALERT🐰
Hey Kids! We are having an Easter coloring contest.
Choose one of these pictures to color!
Comment a picture of your masterpiece in the comments below.

TO ENTER THIS CONTEST:
1. Like our page
2. Tag someone who would love to participate in this activity
3. Share your picture in the comments below or send us a message.

Contest ends on March 31st. Winner will be posted on April First. Please vote for your favorite in the comments!

Happy coloring!

03/22/2024

🍫WHY IS CHOCOLATE TOXIC?🍫
Chocolate is made from cacao tree beans. Chocolate also contains caffeine and theobromine which are two substances that are harmful to dogs and cats

No amount of chocolate is safe for dogs or cats. Even a small amount can make a pet sick. The darker the chocolate the more poisonous it is. If your pet has gotten ahold of some chocolate their risk will depend on size and weight, type of chocolate, and the amount that they have eaten.

Give us a call right away (515)-388-4360 or seek emergency care for your pet, if you suspect your pets may have eaten chocolate.

03/21/2024

🚫NO LILIES FOR KITTIES 🚫
Just an annual reminder that with the warm weather and the holidays coming up, we would like to remind all pet owners of the dangers that can happen if your cat has exposure to certain plants.

03/20/2024

Keep your equine friends safe! Stay up to date on these common equine toxins.
🐴🚫 Toxic Plants: Red Maple leaves, Yew, Olander, Black walnut, Milk w**d, Oak, Buttercup, Chokecherry,These can cause upset stomach and organ failure.
🐴🚫 Mycotoxins: Feed that contains mycotoxins produced my molds can cause colic and neurological problems. This also includes moldy hay and bedding witch can be harmful when ingested.
🐴🚫 Alsike Clover: Aslike clover that is commonly found in pastures can cause liver toxicity and photosensitization. Photosensitization often happens on white haired or areas with light colored skin.

03/19/2024

Happy first day of spring!🌸🐰🐣
Share pictures of your pets enjoying the recent warm weather in the comments below! Vote on your favorite picture. The picture with the most likes will win a prize. Winner will be announced Monday morning.

03/13/2024

We would like to update the community and our clients with the changes here at the clinic. You may have seen some new faces!
🐾Did you know that we now have three full time vets here at the clinic? They have been a wonderful help and amazing addition to our team.

Meet Dr. Erin🩺: Dr. Erin Goar joined our team in June of 2023. She is a recent graduate of Iowa State University. She fell in love with the area after graduation and decided to stay. Dr. Erin enjoys a variety of treating both small and large animals, but her favorites are working with cattle. She also loves cat and dog dermatology cases. Outside of work Dr. Erin loves spending time with her family. Her and her husband have 2 kids and 3 dogs. They are a very active family who love spending time outdoors and enjoy fishing and hiking. She hopes to see you soon at the clinic. She is looking forward to meeting you and working with your pets.

Meet Dr. Roth🩺: Dr. Katelyn Roth moved here in the fall with her husband, Dr. Richard Roth, who accepted a position at ISU in the agronomy department. Dr. Roth graduated from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020 and has practiced a variety of large and small animal medicine in both Indiana and Georgia. While she loves treating all creatures large and small, her favorites are sheep and goats. Dr. Roth also enjoys surgery and hopes to continue to strengthen these skills through her opportunities at our clinic. When not giving back to her community through vet med, she loves spending time with her husband, traveling, exploring nature, and crafting. She also enjoys taking walks with their Australian shepherd to enjoy the great outdoors. Dr. Roth and her husband are beyond excited to welcome their first child into their family in February and begin this next chapter putting down roots in Iowa.
🐾Lastly we are very excited to announce that we were voted the Best of Story County Veterinary Clinic of 2023. We could not have done it with out our wonderful clients and the help of our staff. We are excepting new clients and look forward to seeing you. Call us today set up an appointment!

03/12/2024

❌March is Poison Prevention Month!❌
Keep an eye out for more posts this month about different poisons and toxins.
If your pet does come in contact with anything that that could be toxic give us a call at (515)-388-4360 or contact the 24 hour Animal Poison Control Center (800)-213-6680

03/11/2024

✨Congratulations to our February Winner!

Remember with warm weather comes fleas and ticks. Stop in today to pick up heartworm and flea/tick Preventatives!🦟

03/05/2024

✨Exciting news alert! ✨

We are thrilled to announce that we now offer later appointment times. We will be open Wednesday nights from 5pm -9pm. We strive to provide our clients and their amazing pets the very best service and care.

We are welcoming new clients! Please call today to set up an appointment.

Veterinarian

02/28/2024

✨Stay on top of your pets dental health!✨

If you are concerned about your pets teeth or are wanting to discuss preventative care, reach out to our office today!

02/27/2024

Thank you Roland Story High school for the handmade blanket donation for our patients. They are greatly appreciated!🐾🐶🐈

02/21/2024

Congratulations to our January winner!!

🐾 Stop by the clinic anytime during business hours and pick up preventives, or order them through our online store!

02/06/2024

🐾🦷February is national pet dentistry month!🐾🦷
Routine dental care is a very important part of your pets over all health! Call us to set up a dental related appointment during the month of February and you will automatically be entered for a chance to win a prize!

Signs and symptoms to look out for:
🦷 Brown or discolored teeth
🦷 Red inflamed gums
🦷 Difficulty eating
🦷 Pawing at mouth
🦷 Bad breath or odor coming from the mouth

Don’t forget your equine companions! Horses need special care too! Making sure that their teeth are dealt with on a regular basis ensures that they're able to chew their food appropriately, which improves digestion! Call to set up your appointment today!

01/11/2024

We will be closed this Friday. We want our clients, pets, and staff to stay safe with the upcoming weather. If your pet needs to be seen in the case of an emergency we recommend Iowa state in Ames or Blue Pearl and IVS in Des Moines. We apologize for any inconvenience and hope everyone has a good weekend.

12/21/2023

Holiday hours. We would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a happy new year!

12/10/2023

🎅Stop on out and help us support our local shelters and food pantry by giving a donation at our Clinic's Giving Tree! 🎄
Here is a list each shelter needs!
●Ames Animal Shelter
●Story County Animal Shelter
●Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry of Story City
❄️Donations can be dropped off at our Clinic's lobby during regular business hours through January 1st! ❄️

11/22/2023

🦃Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips🦃
Our pets are something to be thankful for! We hope you have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving, but here are some things to remember in order to keep your pets safe over the holidays!

11/22/2023

10/25/2023

Help us celebrate Halloween by sharing pictures of your furry companions!🧡🖤
Share pictures in the comments below of your pets best Halloween attire. Picture with the most likes wins a gift bag!
To be entered to win, you must like and share this post, like our page, and comment. Winner will be announced Wednesday November 1st. We look forward to seeing all the costumes!

10/24/2023

Halloween is a week away!
Your pets will have even many opportunities to eat foods they shouldn't! Here is a quick reminder that Halloween candies and treats can be toxic to pets. Ensure they don't have access to the candy bowl and remind guest not to share their treats with your furry friend! Watch out for the wrappers too: there crinkly noise can appeal to pets, and can present a choking hazard!

10/18/2023

ITS NATIONAL VET TECH WEEK!
All week long we'll be celebrating our Vet Techs/Assistants as a thanks to all the hard work they do. Thank you Makayla, Jessica, and Tyler. We are so thankful for their compassion and dedication.

10/10/2023

Our phones are working again! Thank you for your patience!