Green Hills Veterinary Clinic

01/03/2025

It's the First of the Month, time to give your dog their heartworm pill. Prevention is much less expensive than treatment!

28/02/2025

Call today! Limited space available!

25/02/2025

📣 Did you know that pet dentals take care of more than stinky breath? Just like human trips to the dentist, pet dentals are essential for overall well-being.

24/02/2025

Does anyone know this sweet boy? He has been rescued and is staying with one of our clients. Please call and we can get you together. He is not microchipped

21/02/2025

At Green Hills, we want your pet to always have a sparkling smile, fresh breath, and good overall health. Dental disease is one of the most common, overlooked, and dangerous conditions we see, but is entirely preventable.

This is why dental care is about more than just pearly white teeth and fresh breath. Regular, professional cleanings remove plaque and tartar from the teeth and below the gum line to minimize the harm of dental disease and keep your pet in good health.

18/02/2025

February is Spay and Neuter Awareness Month

15/02/2025

Signs of trouble

As part of your pet's wellness routine, our veterinarians recommend a thorough dental exam and cleaning at least once every year. If your pet is showing any of the following signs, it might be time to schedule a visit with us:
· Stinky breath
· Red & swollen gums
· Difficulty chewing
· Excessive drooling
· Chewing on one side of mouth or swallowing food without chewing
· Pawing at side of mouth

14/02/2025

Winifred came in today in her Valentine's Day finery🥰

14/02/2025

Happy Valentine's Day!

12/02/2025

This is a good opportunity to check that your pet is registered

A microchip company has abruptly gone out of business, affecting pet owners nationwide.

07/02/2025

Help your pet live longer

Dental disease is the #1 illness that affects pets' heart, kidney and lung function. By age 3, 70% of cats and 80% of dogs have dental disease. That's a lot of pets, but dental disease is entirely preventable - and we're here to help! Dental disease doesn’t start and end with bad breath. When left untreated, dental disease can cause significant pain and discomfort in the teeth and gums, and risk infection spreading into the bone of the jaw or to the rest of the body.

Green Hills Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Moberly, MO.

03/02/2025

Congratulations to our very own Dr. Moon!! She received the Ortu Stella Award given to a "Rising Star" leader in veterinary medicine. 🎉🥳

29/01/2025

Quick Treatment of Common Emergencies:

Allergic Reactions: Don’t panic if whelps (hives) should begin to break out on your pet. This type of allergic reaction is not fatal. It will become uncomfortable to the pet until treated by a veterinarian.

Bleeding: Control bleeding by direct pressure to the wound with your hand or a pressure bandage. Place a gauze pad over the wound and then cover and wrap with an elastic bandage. Place the bandage snug for pressure, but not tight enough to cut off circulation. Although some blood may discolor it, the bandage should be tight enough so that blood does not drip through it. Seek veterinary attention for all cuts through the entire thickness of the skin or that bleed excessively. It is best not to apply any medications. Tincture of Iodine, Peroxide, and most ointments only irritate the wound more and decrease healing. Do not apply cotton to a wound.

Burns: Immerse the affected part in cold water. Keep ice on the area as much as possible. Do not apply any type medication until veterinary attention is obtained if the burn appears severe. The major complication is infection.

Choking: Attempt to push the lower jaw open and tilt the head up. Using extreme caution try to remove any object with the fingers. If unsuccessful, kneel behind the dog, holding its body just below the ribs. Squeeze hard a few times, pressing up. Seek professional veterinary attention if the object does not pop out. Swallowed objects that do not interfere with breathing are not immediate life or death threats. However, a veterinarian should be consulted if it is possible the object was swallowed. Complications are much less when the object can be removed while still in the stomach rather than in the intestine.

Eye Injuries: NEVER apply any medication to an eye without seeking veterinary attention first. Many scratches on the surface of the eye are not visible until the eye is treated with a special stain. If the wrong type ointment is used, such as an ointment containing cortisone in an injured eye, the condition can be made worse--even to the extent of causing loss of the eye. Grasping the upper and lower lids and attempting to pull them out over the eyeball while at the same time gently pushing in on the eye can sometimes gently reinsert “Popped Eyes”. If this cannot be accomplished, keep the eye moist with a wet cloth until veterinary assistance can be obtained.

Poisoning (External): Most signs will involve the nervous system including such things as trembling, nervousness, salivation, pupil constriction, or dilation, and convulsions or coma. Wash the skin in a mild soap, such as Ivory. Rinse and repeat. Seek veterinary attention BEFORE signs develop. Take a description of the poison to the veterinarian for identification.

Poisoning (Internal): Read the label of the product for instructions. Do not induce vomiting of some poisons, such as caustic chemicals, acids, alkalies, and petroleum products. Most other cases require vomiting to rid as much of the chemical as possible from the stomach.

Shock: Signs of shock include depression, decreased body temperature, and grayish gums. Keep the pet as quiet as possible, keep it warm, and seek veterinary attention immediately.

Green Hills Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Moberly, MO.

22/01/2025

Healthy Home Made Treats For Your Pet

Most commercially available pet treats are not nutritionally balanced for your pet and can lead to digestive problems, weight gain, heart problems from high salt content, etc. The following home made treats will allow your pet to stay on its regular diet while making them feel “special” and spoiled.

CANNED PET FOOD:
Cut into bite-sized pieces and bake in your microwave for approximately 2 ½-3 minutes. This will change the texture but not damage the nutrients, and is an excellent treat for your pet, while still feeding the necessary diet.

ALTERNATIVE MICROWAVE RECIPE:
Sliced canned pet food into 1/4-1/2” thick pieces. Place 3 “cookies/patties” on plate. Bake on high 3 minutes on the first side; turn over and bake for 1 minute on “high” on the other side.

DRY PET FOOD:
Grind the kibbles into flour using a blender and then mix with enough water to form dough. Shape into “cookies” and bake them on a cookie sheet in the oven for approximately ½ hour at 350 degrees, until crispy.

15/01/2025

WINTERIZING YOUR PET

Cold weather is tough on pets. The following tips will provide your pet with a better “quality of life” through the winter months:

Salt can hurt paws. Clean the footpads immediately when coming back inside.

 Update all vaccinations. Increased stress of cold weather lowers the resistance to disease. Your pet needs more than just a Rabies vaccination. Dogs should be vaccinated against DHLP, Parvovirus, and Bordetella each year. Cats should receive FVRCP, Rabies, and Feline Leukemia.

 Heartworm preventive should be given year-round. The medication kills certain immature stages of the Heartworm during its travel through the body before it reaches the heart. The medication should be given all year long to insure all immature Heartworms are killed when they reach the stage of susceptibility to the medication.

 Internal Parasite Examinations insure your pet is “worm-free.” Internal parasites drain your pet’s blood, protein, and energy. Worms are a Burden!

 Feed high quality food to meet the increased nutritional needs during cold weather. You get what you pay for in pet foods. “High Protein” labels do not mean it is “digestible protein.” Pets kept outside should be fed more food to meet their needs through the winter. Fresh Water should always be available. Be sure to provide UNFROZEN water at least twice daily during zero weather. Porcelain bowls will prevent tongues from sticking to it. Avoid metal bowls for this reason.

 Brush your pet daily to maintain its hair coat.

 Provide adequate shelter. Providing adequate shelter from the elements is the key to a healthy outdoor pet. The pet that has a cozy refuge where he can seek shelter from the cold wind, driving rain, sleet, and snow will be better able to tolerate the cold temperatures. Pet shelters should be tightly constructed and no larger than 3 times the size of the pet. The doorway should be just big enough for the pet to enter and positioned away from the prevailing wind direction. Building the shelter off the ground a couple of inches and adding insulation underneath will greatly add to the pet’s comfort. Be sure all insulation is sealed away from the pet. Position the shelter where it will get the most sunlight in the winter. Cedar Shavings make the best bedding. No pet should be out in zero or sub-zero weather for more than a few minutes without adequate shelter. Winter is no time to BEGIN keeping a pet outside. Acclimatization should begin in warm weather, permitting gradual increase in hair growth as temperatures become cooler.

 Antifreeze can be lethal. It is sweet tasting to your pet. Always clean up any spills in the garage or driveway. Contact your veterinarian IMMEDIATELY if you suspect even a “few licks” by the pet.

 Cats sleep close to warm car engines. Know the location of your cat and honk
your horn before starting the car.