Benson Animal Hospital

23/08/2024

Routine diagnostic tests can detect urinary issues early, preventing complications like infections or stones. 🐱💦 Regular check-ups ensure your pet’s urinary health is monitored and maintained. Schedule a urinary health check-up for your pet!

21/08/2024

A wonderful bystander picked up this dog near the McNeal area and brought it in today to have scanned. Unfortunately no chip. Please reach out to us if he/she looks familiar. Finder is happy to hold until home is found.

16/08/2024

From sudden behavior changes to physical symptoms like vomiting or lethargy, knowing when to visit the vet is crucial. 🐾📋 Don’t ignore these signs; early intervention can make all the difference. Contact us if you notice any unusual signs in your pet.

26/07/2024

With owners permission:

Everyone meet Maple! She's just the sweetest girl with a definite goofy side. Thanks for stopping by beautiful girl!

12/07/2024

Always make sure you scan a found kitty 🐈🐈‍⬛❤️

"If Someone Owns This Cat They Don't Deserve to Get Her Back!"

When this handsome senior cat was posted on social media, the finder didn't mince words. "This cat has been trying to get in my house for the past week. Some low life person abandoned this cat and she needs a good home. She is starving and flea infested. Please help!"

Right away, someone offered to adopt the poor cat and commented that they had sent the finder a message. Soon after, another reader suggested that the cat be checked for a microchip. The finder was furious at the suggestion. "I don't care if she is microchipped, I will NOT allow this cat to go back to her owner. A neighbor told me she was left behind when the people moved. They don't deserve her back!"

It is easy to judge when you see an animal in poor condition, but it is important to keep an open mind when you see an animal who appears unkempt. Abandoned cats can look rough and we want people to notice them and help them. But before you jump to conclusions about their appearance, connect with neighbors and see if anyone knows the owner or has a background story on the animal. And ALWAYS scan for a microchip.

Why would you check for a microchip on an animal that appears neglected?

-The cat may be a beloved pet that is lost and living on their own. Lost cats often look neglected because they have lost their food source.

-The cat may have been adopted out by a rescue who cares deeply for the cat and will take them back.

-If you rehome a cat without checking for a microchip, the new owner won't know that they need to register a microchip. If she is lost again, there will be no way to get her back to her new owner. A rescuer will only be able to return her to the registered owner or shelter.

Kitty "Ethel" lucked out when the person offering to adopt her took her to her vet for an exam and flea treatment. The vet scanned her for a microchip and contacted her grateful owner June. Ethel wasn't a neglected cat at all, she was a much loved 17-year-old who had been missing for 4 months. She was lost when her elderly owner was moving to a senior apartment in a nearby town. The movers assisting her propped the door open instead of closing it as they went in and out, so Ethel took the opportunity to step outside. Then, seeing the strangers come towards the door with a hand truck, she bolted into a neighbor's yard. June desperately wanted her back, but with mobility issues and no access to a car, she could only contact her old neighbors, the shelter and the microchip company.

All cats should be scanned for microchips regardless of their age, condition or adoptability. It is easy to jump to conclusions because there are so many homeless and abandoned cats, but don't let your inferences about the owner stop you from doing what is right.

07/07/2024

ALWAYS scan for a microchip when you find a dog 🐾

Universal Microchip Lookup - https://www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/microchip-search/

29/06/2024

For our upcoming holiday, we'd like to remind you we'll be closed on the 4th of July and will reopen on July 5th. Here are some emergency numbers to have on hand just in case. Thanks everyone!

27/05/2024

We hope everyone is having a great weekend. As a reminder, we will be closed all day for Memorial Day, and we will reopen at 8am on May 28, 2024. Have a wonderful and safe weekend. 🇺🇸🇺🇲🇺🇲

07/05/2024

With the owners permission I got to post this great picture of our pal Kamper in his new cruising gear! Such a good boy, and truly enjoyed his treat afterwards. Thanks for visiting us today Kamper!

26/04/2024

If your pet is showing any symptoms, please reach out to your veterinarian and have your pet tested. Valley Fever can be very well managed, so please be an advocate for them. Hopefully, soon, we will have a well-needed vaccine to help protect against this very unforgiving illness.

26/04/2024

20/04/2024

Today, a wonderful client of ours stopped in with the paw print we had made for him and shared with us the painting that a special friend did for him. Such a beautiful tribute to his sweet pal Alias ❤️. Thank you for sharing something so special with us.

28/03/2024

On a softer note,

If you find yourself having to make the most difficult decision regarding your pet's quality of life, and need to discuss euthanasia, know that you are never alone in this. Your doctor, your technician, all the staff feel and share in your pain as we have all had to make that difficult choice as well. Know that we are here for you when you feel that the comfort and quality of your best friend's life needs to be focused on the most ❤️.

18/03/2024

And now we know 🤣...

14/03/2024

Hey everyone, sorry we haven't been as responsive on here. We were having issues accessing our FB account. But we're back and ready to help you however we can. Hope you all are doing wonderfully!

07/06/2023

Thank you Pam for sharing

27/02/2023

Benson Animal Hospital will be closed Wednesday March 1st due to an unforeseen staff emergency. Our front window will be open from 8-12 for food and prescription pick up, our phones will also be on during this time if you should need to schedule an appointment for a future date. Thank you for your understanding.

18/12/2022

Dr Ellen wants to know - Why do physicists hate cats?

05/12/2022

31/10/2022

Hello everyone we are currently in search of a home for a recent rescue that our clinic has aquired. Everyone meet "Sammie"! This sweet girl is a pure bred American English Coonhound, she is around 7-8yrs old and spayed. Sammie has special requirements for a home. She requires a yard with a fence that is at least 6ft (wood or brick is the most ideal as she can climb chain link). She also needs to be in a home WITHOUT cats, but she is great with other dogs and kids. She knows how to use a doggy door and loves being inside with people, so a home where she is allowed inside would be best. This kid is also quite the talker, and she talks up a storm especially when she is happy, excited, or at feeding time. This girl loves people and cuddle time, she truly is the best cuddler!! If you are interested please call us on our clinic number and ask to speak to Samantha Moore our clinic manager or you can message her directly via FB messenger, as she is our adoption coordinator and is currently fostering Sammie. Please be advised our adoption process is extensive and requires a home visit to ensure all requirements are met.

20/08/2022

Cats love tight boxes.

07/08/2022

Why you need a vet tech ...

26/07/2022

27/05/2022

Hey Everyone, we have 2 dozen farm fresh eggs for sale, $5 each. All proceeds go to our Helping Hands fund. Call the clinic if you're interested! They are the best eggs ever and its all for a good cause.

03/05/2022

Hey everyone Benson Animal Hospital is selling farm fresh eggs from Dr. Ellen's farm. They are $5 for a dozen and all proceeds go into our Helping Hands For Pets Fund, so stop on by and pick yourself up some! Here are a few pics of our girls, enjoy!

27/04/2022

Everyone meet " Peaches" he is a sweet little fella that was helped by our Helping Hands For Pets Fund here at the clinic. Helping Hands For Pets is a fund to help pets who otherwise would not get the care they need. The fund is run entirely off of donations. The donations received go directly to help those that need it the most!

25/11/2021

Benson Animal Hospital will be closed today Thursday November 25 & Friday November 26th in observance of Thanksgiving. Happy Holidays !