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03/07/2025

03/06/2025

Lost pets can’t call home—but their microchip can! 🐶🐱

A simple microchip can be a lifesaver, reuniting lost pets with their families in minutes. It’s quick, painless, and your best backup plan if a collar or tag goes missing. 💖✨

Already have your pet microchipped? Awesome! Just make sure your info is up to date—because a chip without current contact details is like a phone without service! 📞🚫

Tag a friend who needs this reminder, and let’s keep our furry friends safe! 🏡🐾

03/05/2025

🐾 The Power of Socialization: A Happy, Confident Dog! 🐶✨

Socializing your dog isn’t just about making new furry friends—it’s about building confidence, reducing anxiety, and preventing behavioral issues! Exposing your pup to different people, places, and other animals in a positive way helps them grow into a well-adjusted, happy companion.

✅ Boosts confidence & reduces fear
✅ Prevents aggression & anxiety
✅ Strengthens the bond between you & your pup
✅ Makes vet visits & grooming less stressful

Start socializing early, but it’s never too late to introduce your dog to new experiences! Keep interactions safe, positive, and rewarding for the best results.

🐕💕 How do you socialize your pup? Share your tips below!

03/04/2025

🚨 Male Cats & Urinary Obstruction: A Life-Threatening Emergency! 🚨

If you have a male cat, listen up! Urinary obstruction is one of the most dangerous and painful emergencies your feline friend can face. This condition occurs when the urethra becomes blocked, preventing the cat from urinating. Without quick treatment, it can lead to kidney failure, toxic buildup, and even death within 24-48 hours.

🔎 Signs to Watch For:
❌ Straining in the litter box with little or no urine output
❌ Frequent trips to the litter box
❌ Crying out in pain
❌ Licking the ge***al area excessively
❌ Vomiting, lethargy, or hiding

💡 What to Do:
If you suspect your cat is blocked, seek emergency veterinary care immediately. This is NOT something that can wait until morning! Treatment often involves catheterization, IV fluids, and hospitalization to stabilize your cat.

🛑 Prevention Tips:
✔️ Keep your cat hydrated – ensure fresh water is always available
✔️ Feed a high-moisture diet (canned food is a great option!)
✔️ Manage stress – stress can contribute to urinary issues
✔️ Regular vet check-ups to monitor urinary health

Male cats, especially those who have had blockages before, are at higher risk for recurrence. Always be proactive about their urinary health!

🐾 Have you experienced this with your cat? Share your story to help spread awareness! 🐾

03/03/2025

🐱✨ Did You Know? ✨🐱

Calico cats are almost always female! 🧡🤍🖤 Their unique tri-color coat is linked to genetics—specifically the X chromosome. Since females have two X chromosomes, they get the perfect mix for those gorgeous patches of orange, black, and white. Male calicos? Super rare—only about 1 in 3,000!

Got a calico queen at home? Share a pic! 📸🐾

03/03/2025

🐾 Pets = Longer, Happier Lives! 🐾

Did you know that having a furry (or feathery or scaly) friend can actually help you live longer? Studies show that pet owners tend to have lower stress levels, healthier hearts, and overall greater happiness. From unconditional love to daily cuddles, our pets make life better in every way! ❤️🐶🐱🐾

Tell us—how does your pet bring joy to your life? ⬇️💕

02/27/2025

🐶✨ Did You Know? Unusual Dog Facts! ✨🐶

1️⃣ Dogs' nose prints are as unique as human fingerprints! No two snouts are the same. 👃🐾
2️⃣ A dog’s sense of smell is 40x better than ours! They can even sniff out diseases. 👀👃
3️⃣ Some dogs can "catch" yawns from humans! It’s a sign of their strong emotional connection to us. 🥱🐕
4️⃣ The Basenji is known as the "barkless dog"—instead of barking, it makes a yodel-like sound! 🎶🐶
5️⃣ Dalmatian puppies are born completely white. Their famous spots develop as they grow! ⚫⚪

Got a fun dog fact of your own? Drop it in the comments! ⬇️🐾

02/26/2025

🐶 Why did the dog bring a clock to the vet?
Because it needed a tick check!

🐱 Why was the cat sitting on the computer?
It wanted to keep its paws on the latest updates!

🐶 What do you call a dog magician?
A labracadabrador!

🐱 Why did the cat get kicked out of the library?
Because it kept purring over the books!

🐶 Why do dogs make terrible dancers?
Because they have two left feet!

🐱 What’s a cat’s favorite dessert?
A mice cream cone!

🐶 Why did the dog sit next to the fire?
Because it was a hot dog!

🐱 Why do cats always win video games?
Because they have the best claw-ordination!

Hope these make you howl with laughter or at least give you a little purr of amusement! 😆🐾

02/25/2025

Is Pet Insurance Worth It? 🐾💰

Unexpected vet bills can be stressful, but pet insurance helps take the worry out of emergencies. From accidents to illnesses, a good policy can save you thousands and ensure your furry friend gets the care they need. 🚑🐶🐱

Not all plans are created equal, so do your research! Have pet insurance? Share your experience in the comments! ⬇️

https://www.petinsurancereview.com/dog-insurance

02/24/2025

Neutering your pet is a crucial step in promoting their long-term health and well-being while also helping to control the pet population. This simple procedure reduces the risk of certain cancers and infections, curbs unwanted behaviors like aggression and marking, and can lead to a longer, healthier life. Additionally, by preventing unplanned litters, neutering helps reduce the number of homeless animals in shelters and on the streets. Responsible pet ownership includes making informed decisions about your pet’s health, and neutering is a key part of that commitment.

02/20/2025

Great news! 🎉 Our online pharmacy is now available for all your pet’s needs! 🐾 You can conveniently shop for medications, prescription diets, supplements, and more right from our website. Just head to the “Shop” tab to browse and order with ease. Enjoy the convenience of home delivery while ensuring your pet gets the best care. Start shopping today! 🛍️🐶🐱

https://priorityvet.securevetsource.com/index.pml

02/19/2025

THC toxicity in pets is a growing concern, especially as cannabis becomes more widely legal. While many pet owners may feel embarrassed or hesitant to admit that their pet got into their stash, withholding this information can lead to misdiagnosis and delayed treatment. Veterinarians are not there to judge—they just want to help your pet recover safely. THC exposure can cause symptoms like lethargy, vomiting, tremors, and even seizures, and knowing the cause allows vets to provide the right care quickly. If your pet ingests cannabis, be honest with your veterinarian—it could save their life.

02/18/2025

Meet Marcus! Marcus is owned by one of our staff members. Check out those nose freckles!! Cat freckles, also known as lentigo, are small, flat, dark spots that commonly appear on the noses, lips, gums, and eyelids of orange, calico, and tortoiseshell cats. These harmless pigmentation spots develop due to an increase in melanocytes and tend to become more pronounced with age. Unlike human freckles, they are not caused by sun exposure and require no treatment. While they can resemble skin conditions, true cat freckles are purely cosmetic and add to a cat’s unique charm!

02/17/2025

Dental health is a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of a pet’s overall well-being. In both cats and dogs, poor oral hygiene can lead to plaque buildup, gum disease, and painful infections that may impact their ability to eat comfortably. Left untreated, dental disease can even contribute to serious health issues, including heart, liver, and kidney problems as bacteria from the mouth enter the bloodstream. Regular at-home dental care, such as brushing and dental chews, along with professional cleanings, can help prevent these issues and keep pets healthier and happier for years to come.

https://priorityvet.com/pet-dental-care/

02/12/2025

PriorityVet is now a full-service, general veterinary practice offering the highest level of wellness, medical, surgical, dental and urgent care in a state of the art facility. Come on in and meet the staff! We are open Mondays 10am-8pm and Tuesday-Thursday 10am-6pm to meet the needs of your pets.

PriorityVet is now a full-service, general veterinary practice offering the highest level of wellness, medical, surgical, dental and urgent care in a state of the art facility. The owner, Dr. Steven Cudia, brings 30 over years of experience.

02/12/2025

🚨 Pet Owners Beware! 🚨

Dogs and cats may love to chew on socks, stuffed animals, and other non-food items, but swallowing them can lead to serious medical emergencies! These objects can cause dangerous intestinal blockages, requiring costly surgery—or worse.

Keep laundry, toys, and small objects out of reach, and provide safe, vet-approved chew toys instead. If your pet eats something they shouldn’t, contact your vet immediately—waiting can make the situation much worse!

Prevention is key to keeping your furry friend safe and healthy! 🐾❤️