08/31/2023
Labor Day Hours:
We will be closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 4th. We will be reopened for normal business hours on Tuesday, September 5th.
Most common Labor Day Dangers for Pets:
Heatstroke
Excessive panting
Change in alertness/responsiveness
Wobbly gait or inability to walk
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Black tarry stool
Too Much Sun
Dogs and cats can get sunburns, and like it is for humans, it can be painful. Some pets need more sun protection than others. Pets with light coats, pets with no hair or very short, thin hair, and pets with underlying health conditions worsened by UV rays (such as immune-mediated skin diseases) are at higher risk for sunburn.
BBQS
Corn on the cob
If your dog eats a corncob, he/she probably didn’t chew it into nice, small pieces. This means the cob is one large chunk that will need to be surgically removed from the intestines. Seek immediate veterinary care if your pet eats a corncob.
Bones
Whether chicken, beef, or pork, bones should be avoided as they can cause an obstruction or puncture your pet’s intestines. Round bones might also get stuck around your pet’s lower jaw.
Toxic Foods
NEVER give your pet chocolate, grapes, raisins, products containing xylitol, onions, garlic, macadamia nuts, and alcohol.
Salty/Fatty or Seasoned Foods
Do not let your pet eat foods that are high in salt or fat. They may seem harmless, but these foods could cause an upset stomach or pancreatitis
If your pet is in need of immediate care, please call or go to your nearest Veterinary Emergency Hospital. Veterinary Specialty Hospital is one that you can go to. Address: 10435 Sorrento Valley Rd, Sorrento Valley, CA 92121. Phone number: (858) 875-7500.