Slippery Rock Veterinary Hospital

10/31/2024

We feel so lucky being able to care for each and every one of them. What a treat they are!

10/31/2024

Trick or Treat, these cuties would like something good to eat! Happy Halloween!

10/23/2024

DISEASE: LYME DISEASE
For September there have been 4328 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania. There has now been a total of 46127 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania for 2024.

DISEASE: ANAPLASMOSIS
This month there have been 5971 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania. There has now been a total of 63534 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for 2024.

Remember to not let your pets bring home friends ... Check your pets for ticks and use a veterinary recommended tick control product all year-long! 🐾

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10/14/2024

Veterinary technicians are critical to the day-to-day function of our veterinary practice, and play vital roles in preserving animal health and welfare. National Veterinary Technician Week provides an opportunity to recognize veterinary technicians’ contributions. First celebrated in 1993, it takes place in the third week of October each year.

We value veterinary technicians every day of the year and thank them for all they do. During National Veterinary Technician Week, we honor their commitment to compassionate, high-quality veterinary care for all animals. Please join us in celebrating these important team members.

From us to you, Veterinary Technicians, Thank You!

10/02/2024

DISEASE: LYME DISEASE
For August there have been 4994 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania. There has now been a total of 41799 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania for 2024.

DISEASE: ANAPLASMOSIS
There have been 6820 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for August. There has now been a total of 57563 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for 2024.

Check your schedule: Are you protecting your pet "every month" with a veterinary recommended tick control product? Is your pet up-to-date on tick testing and vaccinations? Do you have questions? We are here to help...724-794-8545 :)

07/04/2024

Happy Fourth of July!

07/04/2024

These furry friends are requesting headphones and quiet places to hide during the Fourth of July festivities, but they can't deny how cute they look in red, white, and blue!

06/19/2024

DISEASE: LYME DISEASE
For May there have been 5905 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania. There has now been a total of 26152 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania for 2024.

DISEASE: ANAPLASMOSIS
There have been 7903 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for May. There has now been a total of 35872 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for 2024.

YOUR PET NEEDS SCREENING AND PREVENTION!!!

HAVE A PET? CALL THE VET!

05/13/2024

DISEASE: LYME DISEASE
For April there have been 5779 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania. There has now been a total of 20247 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania for 2024.

DISEASE: ANAPLASMOSIS
There have been 7894 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for April. There has now been a total of 27969 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for 2024.

Tick Talk! Call the Vet & Protect your Pet!

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04/22/2024

DISEASE: LYME DISEASE
For March there have been 5266 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania. There has now been a total of 14468 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania for 2024.

DISEASE: ANAPLASMOSIS
There have been 7384 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for March. There has now been a total of 20075 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for 2024.

Quick Check-in:
1. Was your pet blood tested within the last 12 months to check for tick disease?

2. Is your pet on effective veterinary recommended flea and tick control all year-long?

3. When your pet is not acting right, are you calling the veterinarian for evaluation and help?

Protect your pet ... Call the Vet!

04/01/2024

Hopping into our hearts 🐰🩵

03/24/2024

DISEASE: LYME DISEASE
For February there have been 4522 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania. There has now been a total of 9202 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania for 2024.

DISEASE: ANAPLASMOSIS
There have been 6410 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for February. There has now been a total of 12691 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for 2024.

TICK BITE PREVENTION WEEK
Tick Bite Prevention Week takes place in March each year. Ticks are small bloodsucking parasites that can carry a whole host of dangerous diseases diseases that can be transmitted to pets and humans. Prevention is the best way to protect your pets and yourself against tick-borne diseases, such as Lyme disease.
A few facts about ticks…Ticks are active and looking for something to feed on (you and your pet) as soon as the temperature hits 4C.

Ticks transmit Lyme Disease and many other very serious and deadly illnesses.

Ticks can be tiny (too small to see), and they can look like a skin lump on your pet’s body.

Ticks live in wooded areas, tall grass, bushes, or leaves.

03/17/2024

Feeling so lucky🍀💚

03/17/2024

Feeling lucky having these cuties part of our lives! 🍀💚

02/14/2024

UPDATE! This little sweetie has been returned safely home! Thank you to all!!

LOST DOG FOUND
Gray and White Male dog found in Slippery Rock. If you know this little guy, please call 724-794-8545 so that we may get him back home!

02/14/2024

Here's to our furry friends that give us love all year round...Happy Valentine's Day! 🌹💕

11/09/2023

DISEASE: LYME DISEASE
For October there have been 4436 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania. There has now been a total of 47546 positive cases for Lyme Disease in Pennsylvania for 2023.

DISEASE: ANAPLASMOSIS
There have been 6227 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for October. There has now been a total of 60728 positive cases for Anaplasmosis in Pennsylvania for 2023.

DON'T STOP: It is vital to administer PREVENTIVES as directed, year round, without skipping months. Lapses in treatment are key opportunities for these pesky parasites to slip into your life.