Dupont Veterinary Clinic

01/11/2025

⚠️ Safety Reminder for Pet Owners in DC ⚠️

Recent incidents of stray voltage on DC sidewalks tragically claimed the lives of two dogs. This serves as a crucial reminder for pet owners to take extra precautions, especially during winter.

Kate Meghji, Humane Rescue Alliance’s COO, advises:
“Rubber-soled boots or booties are a barrier that could be between your dog’s paws and the ground.” Dog shoes can also keep your dog’s paws from making direct contact with road salt: “The salt that people put out—some of it is pet-friendly and some of it is not, and so if it gets in your pet’s paws and they lick it, that could cause some distress.”

🔗 To learn more about the risks and how to protect your dog, read the full article in the Washingtonian here: https://www.washingtonian.com/2025/01/09/how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-from-stray-voltage-on-dc-streets/

Washingtonian

01/11/2025

For a limited time, until March 31, 2025, protect your pet from parasites with a 12-month supply of flea & tick and heartworm preventatives, and receive a complimentary vaccine voucher. Plus, double your savings with manufacturer rebates!
Don’t miss out on this amazing offer to keep your pet healthy all year long.

01/07/2025

POV: It's your first week at work after Christmas and the 'Just circling back' emails are coming in thick and fast 🫠

01/06/2025

Frog really enjoyed his visit. 🐸🐶♥️

01/06/2025

Important Update
Due to inclement weather, Dupont Veterinary Clinic will be closing today at 2 PM. We are open this morning and available to assist, but will be closing early for safety reasons. Please call ahead before heading to the clinic to confirm availability.
Stay safe and take care!

01/06/2025

Send us your snow photos of your pets that love the snow (Comments section).The photo with the most likes will win a $25.00 credit and your kiddo awarded " Pet of the month". Have your friends and family vote! 🐶🐱❄️☃️

Snowmen, snow angels and... snow dogs! Samoyeds, Huskies and Newfies are just a few dog breeds that enjoy some snowy outdoor play.

01/05/2025

AWLOA offers cold weather tips.

Weather alert! ❄️🚨Extremely cold freezing temps wintery weather will be here soon. Please keep in mind these safety tips to keep both our pets and wild neighbors safe.

All animals react differently to the cold, even if they’re considered “cold-weather” animals. Age, health, regular exposure to the cold and more can affect how an animal may experience health consequences in freezing temps.

▪️ At 32 degrees or less, ideally no dog or cat should be left outdoors.
▪️ If animals have to be outside, they should have access to a well-insulated structure with a wind block and heated water bowl to ensure access to fresh unfrozen water.
▪️ Use lots of straw to insulate the structure. Do not use blankets or any material bedding, as they soak up moisture from the air and the animal’s feet, which will make the animal colder.
▪️ If you’re concerned about an outdoor cat, consider making a weather-safe container from a cheap Styrofoam cooler, adding straw bedding and a hole for entry.
▪️ Shorten your dog's walk if the temps are freezing.
▪️ After walks, clean paw pads to prevent any chemical or melting agents from injuring your dog’s paws or being ingested.
▪️ Consider additional clothing – beyond the fur coat – for your animal. However, it should properly fit the pet, and pets should never be left unattended in clothing.
▪️ Watch for warning signs that an animal may be getting too cold, including shaking, sleepiness, slowed breathing, mobility, issues, dry skin, numbness or illness. Seek veterinary care ASAP if you see signs of numbness or illness.
▪️ Don’t forget about our wild animal neighbors. They may use parked vehicles for wind blocks. Make plenty of noise and give them time to make an exit before driving away.

📲 If you see an animal struggling in the cold or snow in the city of Alexandria, contact our Animal Services team at 703-746-4444.

Adoptable Macho hopes you and your furry friends stay safe and warm!

01/03/2025

Celebrate your adorable furry friends by joining our 2025 " Dupont Veterinary Clinic Pet of the Month” photo contest!

Each month, you have the chance to shine a spotlight on your beloved pets and win a $25.00 credit to our clinic, plus the prestigious title of Pet of the Month. 🐱🐶

More information to follow next week on how to enter.

We can’t wait to see your amazing pets and find out who will be our next Pet of the Month! 📸

12/31/2024

Discover us on Instagram 📸📱👍💻

12/31/2024

🎉🐾 Happy New Year! 🐾🎉

Thank you to all of our wonderful clients for trusting us with the care of your beloved pets throughout the past year. 🐕🐈 Your support and kindness mean the world to us!

This year, we’re excited to continue providing the best care for your furry friends and to help them live their healthiest, happiest lives.

🎉 Here’s to a paws-itively amazing 2025 filled with love, laughter, and wagging tails! 🐾💫

✨ New Year’s Hours Reminder:

📅 New Years Eve: open until 4pm

📅 New Years Day: closed

📅 Day after New Years: normal business hours resume.

Wishing you and your pets a safe, healthy, and joyous New Year! 🎆

12/25/2024

Gunner is waiting patiently for his pet parents to awaken and discover what Santa brought last night under the tree.🎁🎄🎅🧑‍🎄

12/24/2024

We extend our warmest wishes to everyone for a joyous holiday season. Our office will be closed tomorrow and will reopen on Thursday, 12/26, at 7:00 am. In case of a pet medical emergency, please refer to our website's resources section for a list of 24-hour urgent care facilities in the area. Merry Christmas! 🎄🐕🐈☃️❄️🎅🎁🧑‍🎄🕯️🐾

12/24/2024

Sheffield takes the win. Enjoy your holiday raffle gift basket. 🎄🐕🎉🐾

12/24/2024

Valentine just wants Jilly to play. 😅🐕🥰 Little Star Chihuahua Rescue

12/22/2024

Eight tiny Reindeer. 🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕

12/21/2024

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