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Protect Your Pets From Summer Hazards!

Heat waves can be just as dangerous for your pets as they are for people. Heat stroke is common during this time of year, especially in pets that are brachycephalic (bulldogs, pugs, etc) or that have respiratory problems. Even if treated quickly, heat stroke can cause severe dehydration, clotting problems, seizures, and even death. Avoid outdoor activities, especially running and vigorous exercise, during the heat of the day. Make sure pets have access to plenty of water and shelter from the sun. If your pet becomes exhausted while out in the heat, cool them down (do not use ice!) and seek veterinary care immediately.

Summertime is prime time for fleas and ticks. Ticks can carry serious diseases such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. Check your pet for ticks after going hiking or to areas with heavy foliage or woods. Ticks favorite hiding places include the ears, between the toes and food pads, and under the legs. Fleas can cause major itching and can carry diseases, too. We have a promotion right now for heartworm preventative and flea/tick preventatives. Check your mail for our coupon or call today for more information.

Summer is a common time for traveling, outdoor activities, and lost pets! Tags and collars can break or slip off. Microchipping is a safe and permanent way to identify your pet. We offer microchipping at a low cost. The microchip is $5.00 and there is a registration fee of $16.99 to register with Homeagain.

Canine Influenza Vaccine

If your dog goes to doggy daycare, boarding facilities, or dog parks, we are now recommending the Canine Influenza vaccine.

The Canine Influenza vaccine involves an initial injection followed by a booster 3 weeks later. If your pet has a current physical exam, you will not be charged an office visit fee.

The Canine Influenza H3N8 virus has only been reported in dogs. It has not been reported in this area yet, however, outbreaks have occurred on the East Coast. With the amount that pets travel these days, it is possible that canine influenza could spread to this area. Symptoms of canine influenza include coughing, low grade fever, and nasal discharge. The virus is very contagious and has spread rapidly through kennels during outbreaks. Most affected dogs only develop minor symptoms. A few dogs have died from severe secondary pneumonia. If your pet develops the symptoms mentioned above, please contact your veterinarian and isolate your dog from other pets.

For more information about canine influenza, please contact your veterinarian or read the fact sheet from the Center for Disease control at http://www.cdc.gov/flu/canine/