Mason Dixon Animal Emergency Hospital

04/07/2025

❤️ Is Hazel Caroline’s favorite patient, or is Caroline Hazel’s favorite technician? Hard to say.

🚨 Hazel, an 8.5-month-old beagle, came to see us back in December after being injured by a larger dog in her home.

🩻 She had a few puncture wounds and was limping on her front leg, but X-rays thankfully showed no broken bones or dislocations. One wound required a single suture, which Hazel tolerated without sedation, and the others were cleaned and left open to drain. She went home with pain medication, antibiotics, and a dewormer after roundworms were noted at home.

🌸 We’re happy to have helped her through her recovery and hope she’s enjoying a happy, healthy spring full of tail wags and sunshine!

03/28/2025

💙 25 lives saved. 9 cats, 16 dogs.
💙 Four years of generosity. $37,306.79 raised.
💙 One mission: Giving pets a second chance.

Thanks to your donations, our Miracle Fund has covered lifesaving treatment for 25 beloved pets. From emergency surgeries to critical care, these animals are thriving today because of you! 🐾

But the need never stops. In 2025, we’ve raised $3,270.52 so far—but we really need your help to do more.

📢 This is your chance to boost your impact! If we win this March Madness fundraising competition, we’ll receive additional support from MyBalto to help even more pets in need.

🐶🐱 Donate today and be a part of the next miracle. Every dollar saves lives! https://mdaeh.donation.mybaltofoundation.org/

03/27/2025

🐱 Kitten season is here! But before you intervene, remember—not all kittens need to be moved.

📈 Check out this fantastic flowchart from the Baltimore Humane Society to learn what to do if you find kittens!

Kitten season is getting closer! Do you know what to do if you find kittens? They're small and alone -- but do they need your help? What should you do? View the following chart and link to learn more!

https://www.aspca.org/helping-people-pets/i-found-kittens-what-do-i-do

03/25/2025

🐾🩺 Dr. Longbottom may not be the tallest vet in the room, but when it comes to skill, she’s off the charts! 💪✨ Today, she had Dr. Loguidice’s back during surgery, bringing all the expertise and precision needed to tackle the tough stuff.

🙌 Who needs height when you've got skills that stand tall?

03/23/2025

🐶 Tough Dog, Tough Break!

🩻 Working dogs like George take their jobs seriously—but sometimes, the job kicks back! A well-aimed cow kick left George with a swollen, painful front leg. X-rays confirmed fractures, so joined us in our surgical suite for a specialized procedure to repair them with screws and pins.

Thanks to IV fluids, antibiotics, and pain meds, George is on the mend—rocking his recovery in style. We offered him a plain cast, but he was feeling fancy… so leopard print it is! Even the toughest pups need a little flair with their extra care. 💙🐾🐆

03/22/2025

💊 Pill placement is everything, especially with puppies!

🚨 Meet Peaches, a curious pup who found herself in a dangerous situation after ingesting several human medications, including Amlodipine and Venlafaxine—both of which can be highly toxic to pets. Thankfully, her quick-thinking owners got her the emergency care she needed!

🩺 The Clearview vet team took immediate action by inducing vomiting, running baseline lab work, checking her blood pressure and EKG, administering activated charcoal to help absorb toxins, and providing fluids and an anti-nausea injection. Peaches' care was transferred to us to ensure she was out of the weeds and while she made a full recovery, her story is an important reminder:

❗ Always keep medications out of reach—dogs are excellent at finding things they shouldn’t!
❗ If your pet ingests something toxic, call your vet or Pet Poison Helpline immediately—time is critical.
❗ Store pills in secure containers and never assume a childproof cap will stop a determined pet.

Let’s keep our furry friends safe this Poison Prevention Week and every week! 🐾💙

03/18/2025

🏀 They may not be sinking threes like Sue Bird or Caitlin Clark, but in the ER? They’re unstoppable. 🏀

Dr. Parr and Dr. Longbottom don't tower over their peers, but their surgical skills are a slam dunk. And when it comes to saving lives? They’re MVPs.

We’ve made it to the next round of March Madness, and just like any great team, we need our fans to rally behind us! Every donation to the Miracle Fund helps pets and families when they need it most.

So, let’s get this W—not for the scoreboard, but for the pets who need a miracle. Donate now and help us keep the streak alive! 🐶🐱🏆

(We're on the lower right corner, click our bracket to donate)
🔗 https://veterinarydonationbracketchallenge.mybalto.com/

03/15/2025

🐶 "Does this say ‘extra treats for being brave’? Pretty sure it does"

🚨 Last year, Poppy gave her family quite a scare after collapsing in the yard from an allergic reaction. But thanks to steroids, life-saving care and diligent attention to her discharge instructions, she hopped on the road to recovery.

🤲 We know it can be hard to think of questions on the spot, which is why we’re always here to support you. Carefully reviewing discharge paperwork can help ensure your pet gets the best follow-up care, just like Poppy!

03/09/2025

🎓 Imagine thinking women didn’t belong in the Ivy League until the '70s—must be exhausting to be that wrong.

🩺 This , we’re raising a scalpel (or maybe a coffee) to the powerhouse women in veterinary medicine who keep things running—saving lives, wrangling chaos, and never backing down from a challenge.

💪You show up, you keep learning, you lift each other up, and you do it all with compassion and grit. I'm not sure the industry would exist without you! So here’s to the women in scrubs, covered in fur and determination—keep being unstoppable!

Tag a fierce woman in vet med and let her know she’s a game-changer! ✨

03/06/2025

🏀🐾 Y’all ready for this?

March Madness isn’t just for the jocks—it’s for life-saving veterinary hospitals, game-changing community support, and making a real difference! We’ve teamed up with to boost the Miracle Fund coffers, our nonprofit dedicated to helping families and pets when they need it most.

And guess what? We’ve made it to the next round! But we need YOU on our imaginary sports team to help us take down our next opponent!

What you might not know? Dr. Parr and Dr. Longbottom are two of the most competitive doctors you’ll ever meet. And while this is all fun and games… let’s be real—it’s really not. This is about saving lives, and they play to win.

So, are you in? Let’s do this! 🏆🐶🐱💙

(We're on the lower right corner, click our bracket to donate)
https://veterinarydonationbracketchallenge.mybalto.com/

02/28/2025

✨ Let's talk about this sweet lil opportunist!

🚨 Moana came to us as a transfer due to concerns about a possible foreign body. After reviewing her radiographs, we knew she needed our help—fast.

😳 In the operating room, our team removed 52 hair ties from her stomach! We're proud to have provided this life-saving surgery, but what made us even prouder? Her family chose to take advantage of the opportunity to have her spayed at the same time.

💕 Moana is now on the road to a happy, healthy, and hair tie-free life—and her family made a wise choice for this sweet pup’s future!

🎉 Fun Fact: Spaying your pet can add years to their life! 🐾 Studies show that spayed female dogs live 23% longer, and neutered male dogs live 18% longer on average. Plus, it helps prevent serious health issues like cancer and infections. Talk about a win-win!

02/20/2025

Happy Love Your Pet Day! ❤️🐾 Today is all about showing our furry (or scaly or feathery) friends just how much they mean to us. Here are five ways to celebrate:

🐶 Love your pet, see your vet – Routine check-ups keep them happy and healthy!
🛁 Spa day, anyone? – A good brushing or massage = pure relaxation.
🎓 Old dogs CAN learn new tricks – Teach something fun and rewarding today!
🐾 Sniffari adventure – Let them take the lead and explore with their nose.
🥰 Five minutes just for them – Be silly, curious, or cuddly—connect in their favorite way.

However you celebrate, thank you for taking care of your favorite companion creatures.

02/20/2025

🙌🏿 You know what’s so great about our emergency veterinary team? They’re quick-thinking, resourceful, and incredibly creative. Whether it’s organizing every bottle in our in-house pharmacy or meticulously storing even the tiniest surgical tools, they keep our hospital purring 24/7.

🐱 Beyond their skills in the hospital, they’re also dedicated to giving back to our community. Libby has led the charge on the , a program that supports foster kittens and helps raise funds for our —a resource that allows our hospital to assist families in need.

🍀🐾 To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the Miracle Kitten Club has some brand-new swag! Check out the fun designs and help support a great cause.

https://www.redbubble.com/people/CRDorito96/shop?utm_source=rb-native-app&utm_campaign=share-artist&utm_medium=ios

Miracle Kitten Club is an independent artist creating amazing designs for great products such as t-shirts, stickers, posters, and phone cases.

02/14/2025

💕 To dogs, from MDAEH: Roses are red, violets are blue, grapes are toxic, and are not good for you.

🍇 Sweet Sunny had a rough few days after sneaking chicken salad that contained grapes. Grape toxicity is a roll of the dice, as it doesn't affect every dog the same way, making it unpredictable and scary. Her family did the right thing by bringing her in for care.

🚨 Although the toxic principle, mechanism of action, and toxic dose remain unknown, grapes, raisins and sultanas (baked or fresh) can cause an Acute Kidney Injury which requires close monitoring for at least 48 hours.

💗 We all rooted for this little heart-shaped head and we're so relieved this little pup got to go home.

02/13/2025

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02/09/2025

👋🏼 Hi Zeke, it was wonderful to see you again. We hope you're enjoying every moment with your family.

❤️ We're always here to provide support, expert guidance, and the best path to comfort.

02/05/2025

Copper got into a sticky situation a few weeks ago, luckily Dr. McCafferty and the team were there to help!

Her family got quite a scare when they found this 3 month old corn snake stuck on the duct tape that was securing her tank.

The team used vegetable oil with q-tip to gently remove her from the tape. As she slowly came free, they coated the remainder of duct tape with vegetable oil so she could not re-attach herself. She was stressed and started to move threatening to peel off skin. Our team was able to go slow and remove her without any skin damage!

Copper was then washed with dawn dish soap gently and warmed with a heating pad and a light over the tank.

01/27/2025

🥰 When you and your "GO SLOW" patient hit it off really well.

📁 We include notes in every file because, unlike a regular vet, we don't always have the chance to build long-term relationships with our patients. If a patient needs extra time to build trust, "GO SLOW" is noted and we make sure to give them what they need.

📝 Here's a note from Hailey, one of our super technicians: "Levi came in to get his staples removed today. He was a very good boy! This was him waking up from sedation, we cuddled on the floor until he left. His parents thanked us all over and over!"

❤️ As an ER, speed is critical, and our time is valuable—it flies by in an instant. But when a patient needs a few slow and steady moments, we get that time too, and that’s what it’s all about."