Lake Cumberland Animal Hospital

01/23/2025

There’s a new veterinary cardiologist closer to home. So glad to read this!

We are excited to welcome Renee Riepe, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology) to our hospital!!! Dr. Riepe is a board certified cardiologist with over 25 years of experience in Metro Detroit at a prominent Specialty Hospital and Level 1 Trauma Center. Originally from Kentucky, Dr. Riepe joined our BVS + AE team full time earlier this month.

As the Internal Medicine Student of the Year at the University of Tennessee, Dr. Riepe furthered specialized her skills through cardiology training at the University of Illinois under Dr. David Sisson. She continues to share her knowledge with the veterinary community through lectures at national conventions and teaching at both veterinary and veterinary technician schools.

Dr Riepe emphasizes client education and tailors treatment plans to meet each patient's unique needs. With her expertise in cardiac care, we hope to enhance the survival rates of pets with various heart conditions here in Lexington and the surrounding communities.

Outside of BVS + AE, Dr. Riepe is involved in the equine community. She is the owner of several horses as well as a donkey, dogs, birds and cats.

WELCOME TO BVS!!!!!

01/13/2025

We’ve lost another veterinarian in the community. Prayers for all his family and friends.

Timothy R. VanDerPloeg, age 46, of Somerset, Kentucky, passed from this life on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
He was born on June 15, 1978 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Roger VanDerPloeg and the late Lauren Sellheim VanDerPloeg Skiles.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Connie Lynn VanDerPloeg; sons, Timothy Clayton VanDerPloeg and Triston Conner VanDerPloeg, both of Somerset; his father, Roger (Kim) VanDerPloeg of Naples, FL; grandmother, Lou VanDerPloeg of Naples, FL; brothers, Brian (Amanda) VanDerPloeg of Cincinnati, OH and Daniel (Jeff) VanDerPloeg of Denver, CO; sisters, Laurie (Chris) VanDerPloeg Johnson of London, KY and Stacie VanDerPloeg of London, KY; nieces, Kylie Privett Flannery and Tayleigh Johnson; nephews, Zachary VanDerPloeg, Bradley VanDerPloeg, Kaven Johnson, Tatum Johnson and Emmett Hale; great-niece, Hadlee Flannery; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Donnie and Carolyn Sue Gibson of Ferguson, KY; brother-in-law, Donald Gibson of Ferguson and sister-in-law, Melissa (Troy) Privett of Strunk, KY; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his work family, Kylie, Rilee and Morgan.
He was preceded in death by his mother Lauren VanDerPloeg Skiles; and his grandparents, John VanDerPloeg and Orville & Virginia Sellheim.
Tim enjoyed time with his family and friends, especially the time spent with his boys, traveling, hunting, fishing, shooting sporting clays and watching them play baseball. Tim founded Veterinary Center of Somerset in 2014. He loved working as a veterinarian, aiding the community and forming special bonds and relationships with pets and their families. He was a lifetime sponsor of Lake Cumberland Ducks Unlimited and enjoyed dedicating his services to the Somerset Pulaski County Humane Society providing a low cost spay neuter clinic. Dr V. will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Southern Oaks Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 18, 2025 in the Chapel of Southern Oaks Funeral Home with Bro. Alan Fisher officiating. Burial will follow in Southern Oaks Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clay VanDerPloeg, Conner VanDerPloeg, Donald Gibson, Daniel Brummett, Dan Yeast, Brian Akers, Steven Hamilton, Jordan Bertram and Ed Gubala; Honorary Pallbearers will be Donnie Gibson, Dr. Brian Priddle, Ron Absher and DC Muse.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Lake Cumberland Ducks Unlimited or the Somerset-Pulaski County Humane Society Spay and Neuter Clinic.
Southern Oaks Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Dr. Timothy R. VanDerPloeg.

01/11/2025

Excellent advice from BGVS. Also, we are open today. ☺️

Pet parents, winter is here! Before you go out adventuring, pack accordingly and remember that extreme cold can be dangerous for both you and your furry friends.

Temperature: Small dogs or dogs with thin coats may start to become uncomfortable in temperatures below 45°F. You can try a jacket or dog coat to help keep in their body temp. Its best to find a waterproof one.

Signs of discomfort: Watch for signs that your dog is too cold, such as shivering, whining, a lowered tail, slowing down, or seeking warmth.

Ice balls: Trim the hair between your dog's toes to prevent ice balls from forming.

Boots: Consider boots for your dog if you'll be hiking on hard surfaces that could cause paw pad injuries.

P**p bags: Always bring p**p bags and pack out the waste.

Hydration: Bring fresh water for yourself and your fur-friend. A collapsible bowl is easy enough to tote along and remember, eating snow is not enough for our 4-legged companions.

01/10/2025

Due to the snow moving in and in consideration of our staff and clients we are closing today at noon. We will (hopefully) be back in the office tomorrow at 9. If you have an emergency please call the office for the doctor on call. Stay safe and warm everyone!

01/08/2025

As we head into our second winter storm in a week…..

Extreme cold weather is in the forecast for many parts of the US this week. Here are a few tips to ensure you keep your pets safe.

You can find more information - including tips for livestock owners - at avma.org/ColdWeather.

01/04/2025

Are you and your pets ready for the winter storm? We are in the office today until 5. If you need medication refills or pet food please come on in and stock up. Otherwise, please make sure your pets have a warm dry place to seek shelter as we get really cold over the next week. For bedding straw is superior to blankets or hay. Make sure their water isn’t frozen. Better yet, if you can, just bring them inside. Stay safe everyone!

01/03/2025

Another warning regarding raw milk and meat.

ALERT: The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is advising residents to not feed their pets Monarch Raw Pet Food sold at several farmers markets in California due to detection of H5 bird flu virus in product samples.

Residents who fed their pets Monarch raw pet food products or other raw meat or dairy products and notice their pet is experiencing symptoms should immediately contact their veterinarian.

Additionally, residents should avoid consumption of all raw milk and raw meat products and not feed these to their pets. LA County Public Health recently confirmed H5 bird flu in four house cats from a separate household that consumed recalled raw milk and became sick and died, which is part of an ongoing investigation. Learn more: https://bit.ly/49ZYWVz

01/02/2025

Even though we’re getting ready to have some majorly cold weather next week preventatives are still needed. The mosquitoes were out last week with the warm temps.

12/30/2024

We want to wish everyone a Happy New Year!
We will be in the office today 8-6, tomorrow 8-12, closed Wednesday and back in the office Thursday 8am.

12/28/2024

Making sure your pet is your date on rabies vaccinations is crucial ! Let us know if we can help. 🐾

Kentucky health officials announce a human death from rabies in a Northern Kentucky resident.

12/28/2024

Pet food recall

UPDATE 12/27: We’ve added an FAQs page to our website to answer many of your questions. We appreciate your patience, as we have been investigating and gathering as much information as we can.

View the FAQs through the link in our bio or this url: https://www.nw-naturals.net/recall-faqs/.
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VOLUNTARY PRODUCT RECALL

NORTHWEST NATURALS FELINE FROZEN TURKEY RECIPE

The H5N1 virus – also known as avian flu – has been identified in one batch of Feline Frozen Turkey Recipe. It has resulted in the death of one cat. We have issued an immediate recall of the product.

Customers who purchased Northwest Naturals Turkey Recipe for Cats should check the “Best By” date of the back of the frozen two-pound package. If it is either of the following two dates, they should contact the store where they purchased it for a full refund. Do not feed it to your cats.

5/21/26 B10
6/23/26 B1

We are devastated by this news and are working diligently to keep our customers’ pets safe.

12/24/2024

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! 🎄 We want to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe holiday season!

**Reminder: We are CLOSING at NOON today (12/24/24)! We will reopen 8 am Thursday, December 26.

12/07/2024

🎄 😻

12/06/2024

We would like to congratulate Mary Wiggins. She was the winner of our quilt we raffled off to benefit our Angel Fund. This fund was established to help our patients needing treatment but whose owners couldn’t afford such. The quilt was donated by a client (who wishes to remain anonymous but was thankful to our clinic for treatment of their pet.) Pictured is Jennifer Wiggins, accepting the quilt on behalf of Mary. Thank you to all who donated. Merry Christmas!

12/04/2024

Food recall

RECALL ALERT - Blue Ridge Beef is voluntarily recalling their 2-pound log Puppy Mix due to a contamination of Salmonella.

Lot Numbers: 08/06/N25 & 08/16/N25
UPC: 854298001696

These products were packaged in clear plastic and sold primarily in retail stores located in the States of: Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, & New York. More information: https://bit.ly/4giWTh0

12/01/2024

Even with winter here your pet still needs their preventatives. Here’s your reminder. ☺️

11/28/2024

The staff at Lake Cumberland Animal Hospital would like to wish all our clients and their families a Happy Thanksgiving. We’re closed today to allow our staff to spend time with their families today but we will be back in the office tomorrow morning at 8am. Take care, have fun, and be safe!

https://www.aspca.org/news/thanksgiving-safety-tips-will-keep-your-pets-feeling-thankful-holiday

11/27/2024

Treat recall

RECALL ALERT - Gaines Pet Treats LLC, of Birmingham, AL is voluntarily recalling 204, 5-ounce bags of "Gaines Family Farmstead Chicken Chips" treats for dogs due to the possibility of Salmonella contamination.

The recalled "Gaines Family Farmstead Chicken Chips" were distributed through online retailers and into several small independent pet retailers in Alabama, Florida and Georgia.

The product comes in a 5-ounce bag marked on the back side with lot number 20061124 and an expiration date of 12/11/25. This is the only lot number identified as potentially contaminated. MORE: https://bit.ly/4eOJCf0