Dr. Laura Chretien

04/03/2024

It’s better to be safe than sorry, so check which type of lily you are purchasing before you bring any flowers or plants into your home. Lilies are beautiful plants which may brighten your home, but they are highly toxic to your cat. All

14/02/2024

31/01/2024

Viva Raw is voluntarily recalling one lot of Viva Duck for Dogs (Ground), Viva Duck for Dogs (Chunked), Viva Duck for Cats, and Viva Pure Duck (for cats and dogs) due to potential Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

The lot under recall is Lot 22853. The product is distributed as frozen 1lb bricks in clear vacuum packaging. Viva started shipping this lot out on 10/24/23 and the last units were distributed on 12/06/23.

Product was shipped to the following states: AK, AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV & WY. For more information, visit avma.org/recalls.

31/12/2023

Wishing you good health and happiness in the new year! ✨🥂💛

23/12/2023

RECALL ALERT - Blue Ridge Beef is voluntarily recalling all lot numbers and used by dates between N24 1124 to N24 1224 of their 2 lb log of Kitten Grind UPC 8 54298 00101 6; 2lb log of Kitten Mix UPC 8 54298 00143 6; and their 2lb log of Puppy Mix UPC 8 54298 00169 6; due to contamination of Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. More info: https://bit.ly/4aAeZJp

17/11/2023

RECALL ALERT - TFP Nutrition is expanding their voluntary recall that was initiated to include all dry dog, dry cat, and catfish formulas manufactured in their Nacogdoches, Texas facility due to the potential for Salmonella contamination. More info: https://bit.ly/46qj0g9

12/11/2023

Although they are sold as dog chews deer, elk, and moose antlers aren't safe for dogs. They can break teeth and damage a dog's GI tract.

15/08/2023

Today is ! How can an up-to-date microchip make all the difference when it comes to getting your pet back? We've created this infographic to show you.

Then be sure to visit avma.org/ChecktheChip for more important information on how to register and update your pet's microchip.

Check the Chip Day is made possible through the support of HomeAgain PetRescuer.

29/04/2023

Today is World Veterinary Day, a purrfect day to honor the contributions of the veterinary professionals in our lives. Thank you for all you do for our cat’s health and wellbeing!

16/04/2023

11/04/2023

Did you know we had an outbreak of rabies in a feral cat colony in Stafford this year and that there is no cure for rabies in humans? It's IMPERATIVE you vaccinate your pets and Stafford County wants to help you. There are still spots open for the 2023 Rabies Clinic, this Sat., Apr. 15, from 8:30 am to noon at the Animal Shelter at 26 Frosty Lane. You MUST pre-register and Wed., Apr. 12, is the last day. Consider protecting your family, your pets and the public!

05/04/2023

Even celebri-cats have to see the vet

31/03/2023

Check the chip! It's a good day to make sure your pet’s microchip is registered AND that your contact information is up to date. A registered microchip with the correct information is the best way to help a lost pet reunite with their family.

Did you know that you can register your chip with any registry, including 24Petwatch? Don’t wait ... register it today!

Tips: If you know what registry your pet's microchip is registered with, you can log into your account and make sure the information is up-to-date. If you're unsure if your pet's microchip is registered or unsure of the number, any veterinary office would be able to scan your pet and give you the number. With that number, you can look and see if it's registered using the link in the comments or register the chip with your information using free registries, like 24 Pet Watch. It's important to note that many registries do offer paid subscriptions, but basic registry is free.

20/02/2023

14/02/2023

Lilies are DEADLY to cats. Even a little bit of pollen, which may fall from the flowers onto a table, be walked on by the cat, and subsequently licked off of the paw, can be fatal! Please do not purchase flower arrangements with lilies in them if they will be in a home with kitties.
(House Pet Vet Visits)

09/02/2023

According to a news release from the FDA, the food could have elevated levels of vitamin D which can lead to health issues depending on the level and length of exposure.

25/12/2022

24/12/2022

Brrr....it is COLD out, Virginia! Don't forget to make sure your pets have a warm, dry place to rest with plenty of food and water.

22/12/2022

20/12/2022

CAT FOOD RECALL ALERT - TFP Nutrition announced it is issuing a voluntary recall of a dry cat food formulation manufactured on November 13, 2022, at its Nacogdoches, Texas facility. HEB Texas Pets Indoor Complete Dry Cat Food is being recalled due to potential Salmonella contamination.

This product was only distributed in the State of Texas and sold in HEB retail stores. All recalled product has been removed from store shelves and no other HEB products are affected by the voluntary recall. https://bit.ly/3BP2WYW

30/11/2022

I wouldn’t be able to do this work without financial support from Winston’s Whiskers!

Update on the Panleuk crisis! Dr. Laura Chretien stopped by and dedicated her time for each feline, giving them a vaccination (both injectable and through the nasal) to hopefully save who we have left. We did receive a phone call from an adopter shortly after we announced the tragedy saying they lost their beloved kitty. We are working so hard to overcome this virus. Dr. Laura has educated, guided, and assisted us through the whole process and we are beyond grateful! We will continue to update everyone on this situation but we are headed in the right direction. The cats we currently have are thriving and seem to be responding with supportive care.

To those who donated, we can’t even begin to thank you enough. This means the world to us and the animals. Being a county operated shelter, we are so limited to what we can do financially for our animals. It’s individuals and families like you that keep us going during these hard times.

To the rescues , volunteers , and fosters that reached out personally Stafford SPCA Forgotten Felines Cat Rescue , what wonderfully passionate people you are. You have our gratitude always. Your support was much needed. Thank you❤️