Just like last year for Día de los Muertos, we'll be setting up an ofrenda (altar) in our lobby from Oct 29th - Nov 4nd to honor our beloved pets . To help us celebrate, we welcome everyone to bring in a photo of their pet(s) who have crossed the rainbow bridge.
How to keep your pets safe and cool this summer 1 – Bring Them IndoorsDuring the summer here in Texas, the hottest parts of the day are typically between 10a.m. and 6 p.m. If they are outside during this time, be sure they have access to plenty of shade. Ideally, bring them indoors often to avoid overheating. 2 – Make Sure They Have Access to WaterJust like us, it is important for animals to stay hydrated to keep cool. Make sure they have access to drinkable water, and you are keeping their water bowls full.3 – Properly Groom Your PetsMany breeds of cats and dogs have fur coats that grow during the winter. All that fluff keeps heat insulated. This helps them stay warm in the winter but can cause them to overheat during the summer. Though they may shed some of that hair, frequently brushing them helps to remove excess hair and keep them cool.4 – Avoid Hot Asphalt/PavementOftentimes we do not realize how hot the ground is because we’re wearing shoes. Animals don’t wear shoes so pavement and asphalt can be painful and potentially dangerous. Walking your pets in the grass or avoiding taking them outside during the hottest part of the day can help. A good tip is to touch your own palm to the pavement to see if it is too hot for your animal.5 – Never Leave Your Pet in a CarOn a 90-degree day, temperatures can reach 108 degrees inside your vehicle after only 10 minutes. Leaving your pet in a vehicle is dangerous even if it’s only for a few minutes. 6 – Know the Signs of OverheatingPets can suffer from overheating. Knowing the signs and symptoms and early intervention can prevent death for heatstroke. Symptoms include:* Excessive panting.* Rapid heartbeat.* Seizure.* Purple tongue.* Vomiting.* Excessive thirst.* Unconsciousness.For more information on how to keep your pet safe in extreme weather talk to your veterinarian or visit Ready.gov. #vetmed #splashchallenge #summer #coolpets
One more before TikTok is gone! #obsessed #exotics
Of course we love our job!
This cutie patootie had surgery this morning, his appetite is clearly unchanged! Turn up the volume for some crunch-crunch ASMR #hedgehog #asmrfood #hedgies
Baby joey
Did you know that baby sugar gliders are called Joeys? They are marsupials and just like kangaroos their babies are carried in a pouch on the mother's belly until they are fully developed.
This baby girl joey came in from the Austin Texas Sugar Glider Rescue . She will be looking for her forever home soon.
Staff Spotlight! Meet Ana, Customer Service Representative.
Staff Spotlight! Meet Rhagen, Veterinary Assistant
Happy October 3rd! #meangirls #pink
Staff Spotlight! Meet Dr. Miller, Veterinarian and Owner.
Yesterday was National tell a joke day, and even though we’re a little late, here are our best animal jokes. Do you have a good animal joke you wanna share? 🐶🐱
