Mackinaw Veterinary Associates

07/02/2024

Our office will be closed Thursday, July 4th and Friday, July 5th.

07/01/2024

New regulations are beginning this summer that will affect importation and re-entry of pets to the U.S. Even if your pet travelled from the U.S. to another country with you, they will now be required to have additional forms in order to re-enter the U.S. Make sure you discuss your travel plans well in advance with your veterinarian to ensure you are all set for your trip.

https://www.avma.org/blog/avma-resource-helps-decode-new-dog-importation-rules?utm_source=delivra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Vitals%20-%20Jun%202024&utm_id=7225583&dlv-emuid=aec341d1-6397-4fe4-82aa-2d7c0d30b113&dlv-mlid=7225583

06/26/2024

Imagine if you did not know what fireworks were and the sky suddenly started exploding with bright flashes of light and very loud noises. No wonder a lot of our pets are terrified by fireworks.

If your pet needs medications to help manage the stress of 4th of July fireworks, please call us a soon as possible ( don't wait until July 3rd ) so that we have time to put together medications for you.

Most pets that are scared of fireworks will seek out a safe place. Often this is their crate, a closet or behind a piece of furniture. Please do not remove your pet from this place to keep them with you. They chose that place because it felt safer to them. If possible, dim the lights and provide some soothing music for them in their safe place.

06/20/2024

See a big increase in Lyme cases this year. Make sure your pets are current on their monthly flea and tick prevention.

Lyme disease in dogs: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/lyme-disease-dogs

06/16/2024

Happy Father’s Day to all the pet dads out there :)

06/11/2024

We have had a lot of conversations with clients about pepto-bismol for dogs lately. While there are a lot of sources on the internet for doses but very few of the explain the risks of this medication. Check out the article below:

Wondering if Pepto-Bismol for dogs is a safe choice? Dr. Buzby shares why you shouldn't reach for it when your dog has tummy troubles.

06/10/2024

We are VERY EXCITED to be able to offer Rayne Nutrition diets through our partner Veterinarian Recommended Solutions.

Rayne offers a phenomenal selection of whole food, novel protein diets. They offer maintenance diets as well as those for dogs and cats with allergies, gastrointestinal issues, kidney disease and urinary issues. They even offer a safe, balanced plant based diet and a eco-friendly, sustainable insect based diet.

If you have had trouble finding a great diet for your allergy or GI sensitive pet, they do not love the prescription kidney or urinary diets or you just want a great, wholesome, third-party tested diet, stop in or call to discuss best options for your pet and get started on Rayne diets.

Whole food, less-processed ingredients. Obsessive quality control. A dramatically different approach to veterinary nutrition. From allergies to urolithiasis and over forty conditions in between, Rayne has a diet for that.

06/04/2024

New study on recommended age to spay and neuter your dog.

A new study provides updated guidelines to decrease risk of certain cancers and joint disorders.

05/27/2024

Take a moment this Memorial Day to remember all those, human and canine, that have given their lives to protect ours. Stop by the Michigan War Dog Memorial in South Lyon to pay your respects to these brave and selfless canine soldiers.

05/16/2024

We also had a new Lyme positive dog last week. With the mild winter, the ticks were more active. Year round flea and tick prevention is necessary to protect your pets.

We just diagnosed a dog with Lyme disease yesterday! Please be sure your pups are kept current on not only their heartworm prevention, but also flea and tick prevention! No one wants to deal with those bugs! 😖

05/13/2024

Just a reminder that the office is open today until 5pm and tomorrow (Tuesday) until 3pm. We will then be closed until Monday, May 20th at 8am. If you need medication refills before next Monday, please call today so we can get them ready for you.

05/02/2024

Very powerful representation of how pets suffer pain in silence. Dogs and cats will tell us they are in pain, but they do so through subtle changes in daily behaviors. Are you "listening" for these changes?

Nobody should suffer in silence. 80% of dogs over 8 years old have arthritis, which is a major cause of elective euthanasia.

04/29/2024

Our office has a few closure dates in May. Please plan ahead for refills and appointment requests, especially if you have grooming or boarding appointments coming up and need to be up to date on vaccines.

Friday, May 3rd
Wednesday, May 15th through Friday, May 17th
Monday, May 27th - Memorial Day

04/24/2024

Happy World Book Day! If you love animals, this is one you do not want to miss.

04/14/2024

Our office will be closed Monday, April 15th as Dr. Zuker will be at the IVAPM Pain Management Forum. Dr. Zuker is working on becoming a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner to help further improve the comfort and quality of life of pets.

04/01/2024

Happy Easter 🐰

03/25/2024

These leashes are a disaster for so many reasons.

Tip Tuesday! Do you use a retractable leash? They are not safe for you or your pet. If you need help with a leash or leash training our trainer TM Canine Services will be at the shelter tonight at 5:30 with our group training class! Check it out!

03/22/2024

Are your clients keeping their pets safe from food hazards? Share this infographic with pet owners to warn them about the dangers of grapes and raisins. Learn more: https://mrkmnls.co/3K3CCiT.

03/19/2024

On the first day of spring, many are already planning their garden layout and landscaping projects for the coming spring/summer. Be sure to check out ASPCA's list of toxic and non-toxic plants for pets before you head to your local garden center.

Our handy list contains plants that have been reported as having systemic effects on animals and/or intense effects on the gastrointestinal tract.

03/17/2024

03/15/2024

Our office is closed today. We will reopen at our regular time on Monday, March 18th. Feel free to leave a voicemail at 989-793-8728 if you need us to get back with you firs thing on Monday.

02/28/2024

Don't forget that dog license fees go double on March 1st. If you don't all ready have your 2024 license, stop by our office or the Saginaw County Clerks office before Friday.

02/22/2024

Congrats to our amazing team leader on the new addition to her family. Hope momma and baby are doing great and that you enjoy your time getting to know your new little person with your family. We are so happy for you!!!!!

02/16/2024

We had a big day in rehab today :) Meet Charley Bear. Charley had a spinal injury, spinal surgery and has been paralyzed in his hind legs. Today while we were getting ready to put his lifejacket on for the underwater treadmill, Charley spotted a toy, stood up and walked across the rehab room. All of the staff were just about in tears, we were so happy for him. This video is from a few minutes later and shows him walking all by himself for the first time in the underwater treadmill!!!!! We are so excited for Charley today and cannot wait to see him running around again and stealing all his toys back from his brother. Way to go Charley!!!

02/15/2024

Thanks to everyone that participated in Valentine pet photos to help raise money for the Beacon Fund. And a big thanks to our awesome staff that set this all up and gave up time on their lunch breaks to decorate and take pictures.

Maybe we will have have another round with the Easter Bunny ;)

02/12/2024

First round of Valentine Pet Portraits were today. Our little valentines were all so cute! There are still spaces open for Wednesday, give us a call to schedule :)

02/08/2024

Valentine Pet Portraits are booking now 🙂

02/04/2024

The state said it worked with veterinarians to investigate cases but found no 'unique circumstances' in any in Michigan.

01/14/2024

It's going to be a COLD week! Keep your pets indoors as much as possible. Shorten walks and trips outside for potty breaks. Make sure to check their paws for snow and ice when they come in. If you have outside pets that cannot come indoors, make sure they have access to shelter with dry bedding, water that is not frozen and a little extra food because calories = energy = heat. Stay warm fur babies!