Burns Court Veterinary Care

09/27/2024

We are back open and seeing appointments today! Hope everyone made it through Helene with no problems, call if there is anything your pet needs!

08/01/2024

A very happy birthday to our girl Shiva! This sassy lady turns 13 years young today- we hope she had the best day being celebrated by her family and friends! 💋🎂

06/13/2024

Last week our friend Alaska had his teeth cleaned. This week it was his sister Darla’s turn. While Alaska waited for his sister to be discharged he hung out with Gnocchi and did some people-watching from the window.

06/05/2024

Sweet little Alaska checked in for a dental cleaning this morning. He agreed to weigh himself in exchange for belly scratches from Dr. Hamilton. We think that’s a pretty fair trade!

05/24/2024

Gnocchi, our clinic kitty, tried his hand at being a Bathroom Attendant this morning. He quickly discovered this is not his calling in life- lacking thumbs proved rather challenging when offering hand towels and dabs of perfume. Oh well, he’ll find something around here to occupy his time.

(Like a 3 hour snooze in one of the exam rooms.)

04/16/2024

Gnocchi is helping out with inventory and organizing our supply cabinet. He is trying to earn his keep as our clinic kitty!

04/11/2024

April is National Heartworm Awareness Month! If you have questions about prevention or testing for this awful disease, please call us. Check out the article below provided by our friends at ASPCA Pet Insurance.

https://www.aspcapetinsurance.com/resources/heartworm-symptoms-and-treatment/

02/16/2024

Check out this article for some great tips on taking care of your pet's dental health at home between cleanings.

There are many at-home wellness routines you can perform to help your pet stay their healthiest. Learn more from the ASPCA Pet Health Insurance program.

01/31/2024

Did you know that February is Pet Dental Health Month? To celebrate, we're taking $50 off our dental cleanings! Call today to reserve a spot, spaces are limited.

01/26/2024

We know our patients are ✨magical✨ but this is next level!
Shiva’s mom shared this sweet moment with us and we couldn’t keep it to ourselves.

01/02/2024

Our good pal LuSha is starting the new year off right: she stopped in this morning to refill her heartworm, flea, and tick prevention- and get some treats of course!

12/29/2023

Check out our article in Suncoast Pet Magazine's January/February issue! Many thanks to Candace for such an awesome write-up! Follow the link below to see the whole issue online, our feature starts on page 32.

The newest issue of Suncoast Pet is now online! What’s more, you will be able to visit all of the Web sites featured in our editorial and in our ads simply by clicking on the Web sites of our advertisers and the people and businesses that we spotlight on each page of the magazine! It’s just on...

12/21/2023

THIS JUST IN: USDA Issues Permit for Santa’s Reindeer to Enter the U.S.
(Washington, D.C., December 21, 2023) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) today issued a transit permit to Mr. S. Nicholas Claus of the North Pole, a distributor with Gifts and Good Cheer, Inc. The permit will allow reindeer to enter and exit the United States between the hours of 6 p.m. on Dec. 24, 2023, and 6 a.m. on Dec. 25, 2023, local time, through or over any U.S. border port.

"USDA is delighted to grant Mr. Claus and his reindeer a special permit to enter the United States, ensuring a seamless journey for the joy they bring each holiday season," said Jenny Lester Moffitt, Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs. "We extend a warm welcome to Mr. Claus and recognize the vital role of U.S. milk and cookies in fueling his festive flight."

Veterinary officials ensured the reindeer met all entry requirements before issuing the permit. Dr. Rosemary Sifford, USDA’s Chief Veterinary Officer, stated: “At a recent inspection, the reindeer were found to be healthy and able to prance and paw with each hoof.”

It was noted on the health certificate that one reindeer, Rudolph, has a minor physical anomaly. However, APHIS indicated that Rudolph’s red nose, while bright, was normal for him and not a concern.

APHIS regulates the movement of cervids, including reindeer, to protect the health of America’s livestock population. The permitting process provides assurance that only healthy animals enter the United States.

USDA has confirmed that the reindeer will arrive pulling a wooden sleigh with jingling bells attached, filled with brightly wrapped gifts. Port personnel will clean and disinfect the runners and underside of the sleigh at the time of entry. They will also conduct a short visual inspection of the reindeer. Mr. Claus has been asked to disinfect his boots and thoroughly wash his hands. These measures are intended to prevent the entry of any livestock diseases the team may encounter during deliveries to farms and houses around the world prior to entering the United States.

Mr. Claus also provided an advance list of what port personnel should expect upon their arrival. This includes a variety of food items, all of which come from approved locations and none of which pose a threat to U.S. animal or plant health.

“It’s important that Gifts and Good Cheer, Inc. take all the right steps and precautions to protect against the potential introduction of pests and diseases,” explained Mr. Claus. “I appreciate USDA’s assistance every year as we gear up for our big night.”

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Bodhi Day, Noche Buena, Winter Solstice, Kwanzaa, Diwali, or other holidays during this time of year, USDA wishes you a happy and healthy season full of time-honored traditions and celebrations.

12/11/2023

Happy Monday! Here is some cuteness to get your week started.

Meet Kaiah! 😻 We had the pleasure of meeting this sweet girl the other week, and she seemed right at home on our window sill. Another wonderful fear free visit in our cat room.

Have a great week everyone!

11/30/2023

Our scrumptious friend Scrappy is here today for his big boy shots. We are loving watching him grow into such a handsome little man!

11/24/2023

This sweet girl celebrated her 11th birthday this week! We love you Phoebe, hope you had a day as special as you are!

10/20/2023

Two truths and a lie about Heather!

She's our personal body guard: beginning at 5 years of age, she has been a Judo Martial artist. She currently is a 3rd degree brown belt in Judo, and is a 3-time Sunshine State Games Champion! 💪

She is a musician: she played in marching band and orchestra in high school and college, and actively plays flute, oboe, English horn, and guitar today! 🎶

She is a great climber because of the 6th toe on her left foot! 🦶

Can you figure out which is true and which is a lie? Maybe she'll tell you at your next appointment!

10/19/2023

Fun facts about Heather, our extraordinary Vet Tech! (These were originally intended to be spaced out through the week but Donna fell asleep at the social media wheel...)

She's an international cat whisperer: she always ends up meeting cats when she travels, especially recently on her Norwegian cruise- she befriended a kitty at every stop on their route. 😻

Heather LOVES Halloween- she designs and makes her own costumes and makes an annual tradition of traveling to Renaissance fairs in costume.

In addition to loving kitties and having 2 of her own, she also has 2 rabbits and 5 snakes. She also grew up raising and showing rabbits (as well as Guinea pigs, chickens, goats, and horses) through middle school and high school. She is also a licensed Rabbit Registrar, and judges rabbits and cavies at the County Fair each year.

Heather's talents are clearly not limited to her technician skills, it is always fascinating to learn more about her. We have had such a good time celebrating her this week.

Stay tuned tomorrow for a fun "2 truths and a lie" edition of Heather!