The RIVMA Companion Animal Foundation (CAF) was established in 2004 by the Rhode Island Veterinary Medical Association.
🌞🐾 Summer Days with Winter 🐾🌞
Who says you can't enjoy a bit of Winter in the summer? This cool pup Winter used a CAF voucher for vaccines and wellness check. It’s the perfect season for staying healthy and ready for fun, no matter what your name is.
Big thanks to everyone who supports the CAF, helping dogs like Winter thrive in every season. Stay cool, Winter! 😎❄️
During a heat crisis, it's important to follow these six steps if you suspect your pet has heat stroke. It's also important to know if your pet is predisposed to heat stroke.
🌟 National Pet Preparedness Month: Be Ready, Stay Safe! 🐾
June is National Pet Preparedness Month. Ensure your furry friends are safe in any emergency. Visit ready.gov/pets for essential tips and resources. 🐶🐱
https://www.ready.gov/pet-toolkit
Welcome Gustavo! 💚💙🩵
June also happens to be National Zoo and Aquarium Month 🐾🌊! We’re excited to celebrate by highlighting our partners at the Roger Williams Park Zoo 🎉 Your commitment to animal care, conservation, and community involvement inspires Rhode Island every day.
Someone new to the Zoo is sticking their tongue out at the world (and it's adorable)! We are ecstatic to announce the birth of a male southern tamandua pup named Gustavo!
Gustavo was born on May 3rd to parents Carina and Salvador. Both mom and baby are doing great! He is currently weighing in at just about 2 pounds. Gustavo is a little adventurer, exploring around his habitat while mom takes a nap. They will be hanging out and bonding behind-the-scenes for now, but we will be sure to share updates on when he can be seen roaming around the Faces of the Rainforest mixed species habitat.
This week, we honor our furry friends who make every day brighter. Thank you for being paw-esome! 🌟🐾
🐶✨ Benny from Warwick's Wellness Check! ✨🐶
Last month, our furry friend Benny, a beloved family companion, took advantage of our voucher program for a wellness visit. Thanks to this check-up, he continues to be a happy and healthy part of his family. 🐾❤️
Attention Veterinarians! The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and the Rhode Island Department of Health (HEALTH) would like to remind veterinarians that they should be aware of the threat of cyanobacteria (also known as blue-green algae) toxicity in pets and livestock within the state.
Veterinarians who diagnose these toxicities in their patients are often the sentinels who bring awareness of the presence of these toxins to public health and environmental officials so that these officials can take appropriate actions to mitigate the risk of additional toxicity in people and in animals.
Please report suspected cases of Blue-Green Algae toxicity to RI State Veterinarian, Dr. Scott Marshall via email or at 401-537-4281.
As we approach the long weekend, remember to keep your furry, feathered, and scaly family members safe during events and gatherings!
From all of us at the CAF, we wish you a safe and happy Memorial Day Weekend!
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CDC Pet Travel Rules - Please Note Changes Effective 8/1/24!
New rules for bringing a dog into the United States will go into effect on August 1, 2024.
The current rules are available here:
https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/dog-origin.html
The new rules and required documents are here:
https://www.cdc.gov/importation/bringing-an-animal-into-the-united-states/dogs-entering-us-after-august-1.html
Starting on August 1, 2024, dogs entering or returning to the United States must meet new, specific requirements depending on where they have been in the 6 months before entering the U.S. and where they received their rabies vaccines (if required).
We 💚 the Rhode Island Veterinary Medical Association member practices for all their support of the CAF.
Visit the CAF site to purchase Tee or Supporter Sponsorships: https://ripets.org/golf-classic/
Join the CAF in Watch Hill or sponsor the Golf Classic at the Supporter or Tee Sign levels!
As you know, the RIVMA Companion Animal Foundation is the first veterinary-based assistance program in the nation.
In 2023, the CAF distributed more than $120,000 throughout our state to aid in the treatment of hundreds of pets of low-income owners through the annual allocation and voucher programs.
The support of RIVMA member practices is incredibly important to the CAF. RIVMA members know that these dollars help provide treatment to our neediest patients.
To raise funds for these important programs, the CAF will once again host the Golf Classic event at the Misquamicut Club in Watch Hill. This year the tournament will take place on Wednesday, October 2nd.
All proceeds from the Golf Classic are designated to directly support pets in need.
This year is particularly special for as we celebrate not only the 20th anniversary of the CAF but also the anniversary of the beloved Golf Classic.
These milestones reflect decades of community support and dedication to access to veterinary care and the welfare of pets in Rhode Island!
Visit https://ripets.org/golf-classic/ to sponsor!
If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
🐾💙 Gus’s Journey to Health! 💙🐾 This month, our buddy Gus took an important step towards health by using a voucher for an MRI to address his nerve pain. This vital scan will help his vet team get to the root of his discomfort and pave the way for the best possible treatment.
We're all rooting for Gus! Big thanks to everyone who supports our program and makes essential care accessible for our furry pals! 🌟🐶
🌷 Help Your Pet Breathe Easy This Spring! 🌷
Spring is here, and so is allergy season! Many pets, like people, can suffer from seasonal allergies that affect their quality of life.
This Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, let’s ensure our pets are comfortable and happy. Check out this guide from the Animal Humane Society on seasonal allergies in pets:
https://www.animalhumanesociety.org/resource/signs-your-pet-has-seasonal-allergies-and-what-you-can-do-help
🐶💤 Friday Feels with Gucci! 💤🐶 Even fashionistas need their beauty rest!
This stylish pup Gucci used a CAF voucher for a follow-up visit and decided the best way to celebrate was by catching some Z's.
Clearly, Gucci knows that rest is just as important as check-ups in staying runway ready.
Cheers to a healthy, laid-back Friday! 🌟🛌
Celebrating our furry friends' best allies on World Veterinary Day! 🐾 Thank you to all the vets for your compassion and dedication.
On World Penguin Day, a Happy Belated Birthday to our neighbor to the south--Mystic's eldest feathered resident!
One of the oldest penguins at Mystic Aquarium celebrated his hatch day on Wednesday.
Save the Date!
The 20th Annual RIVMA CAF Golf Classic will take place on Wednesday, October 2nd at the Misquamicut Club, Watch Hill.
Visit: www.ripets.org/golf-classic/ for more information!
🌟 Celebrating National Animal Care & Control Appreciation Week! A huge THANK YOU to our ACOs for their dedication --especially at the RIVMA rabies clinics that concluded this past weekend. Thank you for another great year.🐾💕
Dogs can bite for many reasons, including improper care or a lack of socialization. All dogs, even well-trained, gentle dogs, are capable of biting when provoked, especially when eating, sleeping, or caring for puppies. Therefore, it's vitally important to keep both children and dogs safe by preventing dog bites wherever possible.
The National Dog Bite Prevention Coalition (AVMA, State Farm, Victoria Stilwell, American Humane, and Insurance Information Institute) recommends the following tips. We can all by working together. Visit avma.org/DogBite to learn more!
Happy National Pet Day! Party it up with your fuzzy family members today! 🎉
We're excited to share that during 401Gives on April 1st, more than $6,000 was raised for the RIVMA Companion Animal Foundation (CAF)!
Your contributions are crucial to ensuring that Rhode Island pets receive the necessary veterinary care.
Every donation has significantly impacted these animals' lives, supporting the CAF's mission to assist Rhode Island pet owners.
Thank you for your participation in 401Gives and for your commitment to improving access to veterinary care for Rhode Island's pets.
Your support is immensely appreciated!"
This article from USA Today includes guidance for pet owners from AVMA President, Dr. Rena Carlson as well as Dr. Jerry Klein from the American Kennel Club on keeping pets safe during the eclipse event tomorrow!
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/03/27/is-the-april-2024-total-solar-eclipse-safe-for-pets/72945170007/
Heartfelt thanks to all who supported RIVMA CAF during 401Gives! Your generosity is already making a real difference for pets in need all throughout Rhode Island. ❤️
No jokes here, just love! April 1st is not only for pranks but for paws too. Support RIVMA CAF this April Fools’ Day with 401Gives. 🐕🐈
Make your gift at https://bit.ly/401givescaf !
Paws and hands unite! 🤝 Visit https://bit.ly/401givescaf and support during the CAF during 401Gives!
Today's the day! Join us in making a difference for pets in need across Rhode Island. Every bit helps with 401Gives! 🎉
https://bit.ly/401givescaf
One More Day! Get set to give a little and help a lot for Rhode Island’s pets. Join us in supporting Rhode Island’s furry, fuzzy, feathered and scaly family members.
401Gives is on the horizon! 🌅
https://bit.ly/401givescaf
🌸 Spring into Safety! 🐾 As we welcome the spring holidays starting this weekend, let's ensure our furry friends stay safe and happy!
Before you start your spring cleaning or decorating, check out the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)'s guide on Household Hazards to keep your pets safe from from harmful holiday items.
https://bit.ly/3TUnVDi
🐾✨That's the Spirit! ✨🐾 Our feline friend, Spirit received a CAF voucher so her dad could take her for a wellness visit. Here's to ensuring every pet gets the chance to lead a healthy and happy life.
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It is National Deaf Dog Awareness Week. While our boss may not hear so well these days, she makes sure we hear her (mostly at lunchtime)! 🐝
It is World Wildlife Day! Shoutout to all our community partners who work to keep some of our wilder friends healthy and safe in their homes!
February is National Pet Dental Health Month! See these resources from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) on keeping your pet’s teeth shiny and healthy! https://www.avma.org/events/national-pet-dental-health-month
Shopping for friends or family or simply looking to treat yourself? It is Cyber Monday and you can shop Amazon Smile to benefit the CAF! If you are not already an AmazonSmile member, sign up at: www.smile.amazon.com. Simply select “Rivma Companion Animal Foundation" to start generating donations, at no cost to you!
Are you shopping on Amazon this weekend? Sign up for Amazon Smile to Benefit the CAF! If you are not already an AmazonSmile member, sign up at: www.smile.amazon.com. Simply select “Rivma Companion Animal Foundation" to start generating donations, at no cost to you! AND did you know that you can also support the CAF on when you shop on Amazon using your phone? It's a simple 2 step process: 1. Download or update to the latest version of the Amazon app on your phone. You can find it in the App Store for iOS or Google Play for Android. 2. Turn on AmazonSmile. Open the app and find ’Settings’ in the main menu (☰). Tap on ‘AmazonSmile’ and follow the on-screen instructions to turn on AmazonSmile on your phone.
Happy National Cat Day! Celebrate with your favorite felines! 😸😸
Thank you to Dr. Charles Schor of Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic, for a wonderful webinar on oral health last evening! And thanks to all in attendance!
What?! We are ONE week out from the Annual CAF Golf Classic! We are so excited to see everyone and ready for a great day of golf! ⛳ We would like to take this opportunity to thank some of our Tee Sign sponsors: Island Veterinary Services Inc., Ledoux, Petruska & Co., Inc., North Kingstown Animal Hospital, Oaklawn Animal Hospital, Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, Portsmouth Veterinary Clinic The Village Veterinary Center, Warren Animal Hospital, The Westerly Animal Hospital, West Greenwich Animal Hospital, Wolf Rock Animal Health Center and Wood River Animal Hospital! Thank you so much for your continued partnership and support!
Just TWO weeks out from the Annual CAF Golf Classic! We are so excited for a great day of golf! ⛳ We would like to take this opportunity to thank some of our Tee Sign Sponsors: Abbott Valley Veterinary Center, Acoaxet Veterinary Clinic, Bally's, Barnum Financial Group, City Kitty Veterinary Care for Cats, Cranston Animal Hospital, Compassionate Care Veterinary Clinic, Coventry Animal Hospital, Cumberland Animal Hospital, DeWitt Animal Hospital, Eye Care for Animals Warwick, Foster Veterinary Clinic and Harbor Animal Hospital! Thank you so much for your continued partnership and support!
#ShoutOutSaturday to our friends at ANTECH Diagnostics, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. (x2), East Bay Animal Hospital Final Gift Pet Memorial Centers, Greenwich Valley Veterinary Clinic, J&J Technologies, Pawtucket Credit Union and Quinebaug Valley Veterinary Hospital, LLC for being our Companion Sponsors for the upcoming RIVMA CAF Golf Classic! Thank you for all you do.
#ShoutOutSaturday to our friends at ANTECH Diagnostics, AmeriVet Veterinary Partners, BankRI and Toray Plastics USA for being our Best Friend Sponsors for the upcoming RIVMA CAF Golf Classic! Thank you for all you do!
With the holiday weekend coming up, many of us are looking forward to fun, food, and fireworks with friends and family! Throughout the day, we will be posting some helpful hints to make sure your fuzzier friends are safe, happy and enjoy the weekend as well. #FollowAlongFriday
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