The Bridge Club Pets

24/04/2024

Our obsession with our two resident cardinals is growing. We've named them Dezi and Lucy!

05/04/2024

After 14 1/2 years of being my constant shadow, overseeing every UPS/FedX/Prime Delivery and being heavily woven into the fabric of all our memories- we said goodbye to Lily. We are choosing to remember her highlights - but as we do, the sadness comes. We are so grateful she was ours!

31/10/2023

Wishing you all a safe and Happy Halloween! 👻🎃🍬🍫

30/10/2023

Halloween, like many holidays, can be dangerous for our pets!
Follow these safety tips to keep pets safe!

🎃Candy and treats can be toxic to pets! Even small amounts can cause big issues!
👻Pets generally don't like to wear costumes. Work with training your pet to wear a costume ahead of the holiday, and make sure your pet is only wearing a costume when supervised. (Also, humans in costumes can be quite frightening to pets!)
🎃Accidents can happen, such as pets slipping out a door during trick-or-treating. Please make sure your pet is wearing a collar with up to date identification. And make sure your pet's microchip information is up to date.
👻Watch pets closely around holiday decor! A jack-o-lantern can easily be knocked over or chewed on, and cats are notorious for getting into lights! Make sure your pets are always supervised around decorations.

29/10/2023

Did you know that National Cat Day began in 2005? It was founded by author and animal welfare advocate Colleen Paige, and was later adopted by the ASPCA, to bring awareness to the extreme numbers of cats in shelters and rescue groups needing homes. It also serves as a day for cat owners to celebrate their feline companions.

Who are you celebrating today? 🐈🐈‍⬛

28/10/2023

Did you know: "Pit Bull" is not actually a breed?
It is a blanket term used to describe several 'bully breeds' with similar physical features, such as: The American Pit Bull Terrier, The American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, and many others.

These breeds have been misjudged and mislabeled as dangerous dogs, and there are many popular myths surrounding them.

The goal of Pit Bull Awareness Month (and today, Pitbull Awareness Day!) is to stop the spread of misinformation, change the public's perception....and to promote the adoption of these lovable dogs.

27/10/2023

It's National black cat day! We all know (for some strange reason) that black pets aren't adopted at the same rates as pets of other colors. We obviously don't agree with any of those crazy superstitions, and think black cats are purrrfect! 🖤🖤

26/10/2023

It's
This video of Howl-o-ween tips comes from our friends at Fear Free.

TO view the video, visit:
https://youtu.be/fY4BNPdvyOw

25/10/2023

Did you know that there are some sounds, such as a meow, that cats only make for humans? 🤯

15/10/2023

Today marks the beginning of National Veterinary Technician week.

Veterinary Technicians are highly skilled, educated veterinary professionals.
We often hear credentialed veterinary technicians compared to human nurses, but this is an inaccurate description of all the skills, knowledge, and job duties of a veterinary technician. A Technician's job and education includes aspects of: anesthesia, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, dentistry, radiology, nursing care, surgical assistance and OR attendant, ER triage and care, ......and the list goes on (and on, and on!) ALL FOR MULTIPLE species!

Having a qualified, credentialed veterinary technician caring for your pet makes a world of difference. Please make sure to thank all of the wonderful technicians caring for your pets this week!

13/10/2023

It's Friday the 13th!! Are you superstitious? 🐈‍⬛🔮✨

12/10/2023

Looking to include your pet in the tastes of fall? Here are some pet-safe options!
Remember to use whole foods: such as apple slices (not apple pie filling!), and not recipes prepared with these items, as additives such as sugar and other sweeteners, milk, cream, spices, and other ingredients aren't safe for your pets!

For fun alternatives, try these foods frozen, or change the texture by mashing or making them into a puree.

11/10/2023

In the US, pet obesity is more common than you think! In 2022, 59% of dogs and 61% of cats were classified as overweight or obese. Those extra pounds can really impact your pet's health and quality of life.
Make sure to have a discussion with your veterinary care team about your pets' weight.

For more information, visit:
https://www.petobesityprevention.org/

11/10/2023

Along with fall comes some of our favorite treats -- caramel apples! Are apple seeds poisonous to pets? Here's a question we are frequently asked about apples at the APCC, along with toxicologist Dr. Tina Wismer's response:

Q: My dog ate part of an apple core including the seeds. I have read that the seeds contain cyanide so I called my vet. He told me not to worry. I'm glad my dog is fine, but why wasn't my vet worried?

A: This is a situation of 'the dose determines the poison.' Apple seeds do contain very small amounts of cyanide, but it would take about 3 oz of just seeds to cause a problem in a medium sized dog. Also, the dog would have to chew into all of those seeds, because the cyanide is not released if the seed is swallowed whole.
Apple seeds are a much bigger problem for grazing animals because they do ingest large amounts and they grind the seeds when they chew them.

07/10/2023

To read the article, visit: https://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/pet-owner-blog/falling-into-autumn-beware-of-these-seasonal-foods-for-your-pets/?fbclid=IwAR3kIbf5R9SOtJnLyltcmqQz3WFJBoVqec3TQJJ2mt_EXpmPJtsFu-oAb7Q

05/10/2023

The leaves and the winds are changing as settles in for most of us! 🍂🍁🎃 Keep your pets safe this season and check out some of the things to be looking out for this ! Share and save for later 😸

03/10/2023

02/10/2023

Walk your dog week was created to bring awareness to canine obesity and begin moving toward healthier lifestyles for dogs and their owners. A week is a great time to start forming new habits....such as a daily walk with your dog! What are you waiting for?! 🐾

01/10/2023

In case your as ready for Fall as we are!

30/09/2023

Does anyone else feel like September just flew by? Just us?? 🍂🍁🍂

29/09/2023

Today is world heart day! A great day to remind you that heart health is important to our pets, too! Remember that prevention and early recognition of heart issues is key! A thorough annual exam is imperative for your veterinarian to be able to catch any early signs of heart disease in your pet. ❤💓

29/09/2023

Rabies is 100% preventable, yet over 60,000 people die from rabies each year.
World Rabies Day, celebrated on the anniversary of Louis Pasteur's death, is aimed at educating and helping to spread rabies awareness. To learn more, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/worldrabiesday/index.html

26/09/2023

According to Defenders of Wildlife, "Sea otters have influenced the livelihoods, culture and spiritual aspects of coastal communities throughout human history."

To learn more about their efforts, please visit: https://defenders.org/sea-otter-awareness-week

24/09/2023

For this Meow Monday (and September is also Healthy, Happy Cat Month!) We thought we'd share a cute graphic that tells about 5 cat diseases that are preventable!

23/09/2023

Which one is your favorite? 🐰

22/09/2023

According the the WWF, the populations of of elephants continue to decline. In the past century, more than 90% of African elephants and at least 50% of Asian elephants have been lost due to the illegal ivory trade, and loss of habitat due to climate change and human settlements and agriculture.

Elephants are magnificent creatures. They are the world's largest land animals, and their lives can span 60-70 years. There are only three species of elephants: African Savannah, African Forest, and Asian elephants. They can be differentiated by their ears and trunks. 🐘🐘🐘🐘🐘

21/09/2023

Medicating pets can be tough! Here's a throwback to when Dr. Cheryl Good, our resident Chief Veterinary Officer along with our Director of Technical Education-- Shannon Nowak, LVT--walk us through their tips and trips to administer medication to your pets.

https://youtu.be/rn6_AlW0tpU

19/09/2023

Today is "talk like a pirate day"......so, we're on board with 'meow like a pirate'. Does this mean our cats meow like pirates? Or should we speak to them using pirate jargon? arrrrrgh! 🏴‍☠️🐱