We are thrilled to announce that we just celebrated our groundbreaking ceremony for our new hospital last Thursday, September 24th. Our new facility will be conveniently located less than two miles from our current location in Monroeville, PA.
The Avets team and DiMarco Construction team were excited to welcome the Mayor of Monroeville, Dr. Nicholas K. Gresock and Municipal Manager, Timothy Little to the groundbreaking ceremony.
For continually updated information about our new, state-of-the-art, 19,000 sq. ft. specialty and emergency hospital, please visit: avets.com/new.
October 1st kicks off National Walk Your Dog Week! Walking provides many benefits for dogs (and humans too!):
✔️ Helps maintain a healthy weight
✔️ Promotes joint health by avoiding a sedentary state for too long
✔️ Regulates the digestive and urinary tract
✔️ Provides mental stimulation and helps release excess energy
Plus, walking together is a great bonding experience for you and your canine companion! What are some of your favorite places to enjoy a walk with your dog?
Happy Labor Day from our family to yours!
Remember, Avets is open 24/7 for emergencies: 412-373-4200.
With Labor Day approaching, we wanted to remind you that many Labor Day festivities and foods can be harmful to our pets. Keep your pets happy, healthy, and safe this holiday weekend by following these tips:
✔️Protect Your Plate: Many foods we enjoy on Labor Day such as onions, corn cobs, chocolate, grapes, and alcohol can be toxic to pets or pose a choking hazard.
✔️ Beat The Heat: Dogs are susceptible to heat stroke. Make sure there is plenty of water and shade for our canine friends to keep cool.
✔️ Guard The Grill: Keep pets away from the grill, grill tools, lighter fluid, and matches in order to avoid burns and hazardous chemical ingestion.
✔️ Forgo The Fireworks: Not only can fireworks frighten pets, they can cause severe burns. Keep your pets calm and safe in a quiet, sheltered and escape-proof area.
If your pet should experience an emergency over the holiday weekend, remember that Avets is open 24/7 for emergencies: 412-373-4200.
🚨 ATTENTION! 🚨
We're experiencing intermittent issues with our phones and internet. Our hospital is still open, so if you need to get in contact with us, please email avets@avets.com or text 412-373-4200.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you in advance for your patience as we work to get everything back up and running!
It's #NationalDogDay and if that's not a reason to celebrate, we don't know what is!
Celebrated annually on August 26th, National Dog Day started in 2004 and is a day dedicated to raising awareness and celebrating all dogs. What would we do without our furry companions??
We hope you and your dog are celebrating this day with extra treats and cuddles. Share a photo of your pup celebrating in the comments!
Our #VetTechWeek celebration continues! Next up, we have our Surgery Assistant, Alicia.
Alicia has been a member of the Avets team for two years and previously worked at UPMC. She loves being a technician because every day is different and she is constantly learning.
Thanks for all that you do, Alicia! 🐾
Sarah is our In-Charge Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT). She is currently working towards her Specialty Certification in Emergency and Critical Care!
Sarah has been a member of the Avets team for the past 6 years. Her favorite part about being a technician is being able to connect with her patients and truly be their voice. She is most passionate about critical care nursing and emergency triage that requires quick thinking and top-notch skills.
Way to go Sarah, we are proud to have you on our team! 💚
Our next #VetTechWeek featured technician is Rebecca! Rebecca is a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) at Avets. She has been on the Avets team for 1 year and previously worked at other Animal ER Hospitals. Her love for the animals is her passion and her favorite part is taking care of pets so they can go home with their families.
Thanks for all you do, Rebecca! 🎉
October 11-17th is #VetTechWeek! This week provides an opportunity to recognize veterinary technicians’ incredible contributions. We can’t thank you enough for your hard work and compassion at Avets. 💚
We'll be sharing profiles from a few of the amazing veterinary technicians at Avets to celebrate. First up, we have Carlye!
Carlye works at Avets as an Imaging Technician. She is also a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. Carlye has been a member of the Avets team for 6 years and previously worked as an Ultrasound Technician at a children's hospital. Her favorite part of being a tech is being able to help pets and families by finding them answers.
Thanks for all you do, Carlye!
How did your pet get their name? Share their story and photo in the comments! 😺 🐶
Continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) may be a mouthful to say, but it’s also a beneficial treatment for pets who have accidentally overdosed on a medication or ingested a toxic substance. Like dialysis, CRRT is used to remove toxins and waste from the blood.
When is continuous renal replacement therapy in pets beneficial?
Find out on our blog. ➡️ bit.ly/Avets-CRRT
Did you know that today is #NationalFetchDay?
Fun activities like fetch can help benefit the overall health of our furry friends. Regular exercise helps reduce the risk of health complications, such as obesity, and the chance of your pet developing destructive behavioral issues. Be sure check in with your primary veterinarian first to make sure that your pet is ready for any strenuous forms of exercise.
Halloween is just around the corner! Don't forget to keep these important pet safety tips in mind while you're celebrating. If your pet should experience an emergency, we are always open 24/7 for emergency care.
Check out our Halloween Safety handout to learn more: bit.ly/3nJnl9q
Happy Halloween! Happy Halloween! Is your pet celebrating in costume this year? Share a photo in the comments! 📸🎃
As a reminder, if your pet should experience an emergency over the weekend, remember that Avets is open 24/7 for emergency care: 412-373-4200.
Happy #NationalCatDay! Our cats may think that *every day* is their day, but today it's official. Share a photo of your furry feline friend in the comments to celebrate 😸
This Veterans Day, Avets would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to all veterans. Your service and dedication to our country will always be greatly appreciated! 🇺🇸
Thanksgiving is a special holiday that brings together family and friends for a day of celebration. While these celebrations may look a little different this year, it's always important to keep pet safety in mind.
This helpful resource details some of the hazards that can affect pets during the holiday: bit.ly/2CDcM1c
If you should experience any pet emergencies over the holidays, Avets is open 24/7: 412-373-4200.
This year, we are more thankful than ever for the amazing pets in our lives who bring us comfort and happiness. From our Avets family to yours, we wish you and your loved ones a happy and healthy Thanksgiving. 🍂 🍁
If your pet should experience an emergency over the holiday, Avets is open 24/7/365 for emergency care: 412-373-4200.
November is #NationalPetDiabetesMonth. The earlier the diagnosis, the better chance your pet may have for a longer, healthier life. If you notice any of the following signs, it's important to consult with your primary veterinarian as soon as possible.
-Excessive water drinking
-Increased urination
-Weight loss, despite increased appetite
-Decreased appetite
-Cloudy eyes (especially in dogs)
-Chronic or recurring infections (including skin and urinary infections)
Learn more here: bit.ly/36QunkP
🚨 ATTENTION! 🚨
We're experiencing intermittent issues with our phones. Our hospital is still open 24/7/365. If you need to get in contact with us and you are unable to call in to our phone system, please email avets@avets.com or text 412-373-4200.
We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you in advance for your patience as we work to get everything back up and running!
Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in Allegheny County, we have added some additional safety measures at Avets.
☑️ If you have an emergency, please continue to call the hospital when you arrive, and a staff member will meet you in the parking lot: 412-373-4200.
☑️ To minimize person-to-person contact and contact with the inside of your vehicle, we ask that you hand-off your pet to our employee in a designated meeting spot. A team member will call to notify you when we are coming outside to bring your pet into the hospital, so that you can be ready outside of your vehicle with your pet, at our designated meeting spot.
☑️ ALL Avets team members and ALL visitors on the premises are required to wear masks completely covering their nose and mouth. This is required even in our parking lot, as our team will need to be in close contact with you while they are bringing your pet into the hospital.
For a full list of our Covid-19 protocols, please visit: avets.com/covid-19.
We are happy to report that our construction project is moving along smoothly. Our concrete pad has been poured, showing the footprint of our 19,000 sq. ft. facility. Stay tuned for more photos, including the walls that are going up!
For continually updated information about our new hospital, visit: avets.com/new
With seasonal treats, visitors, and decorations a-plenty, the holidays can be a tumultuous time for our canine and feline companions. Here are some tips on how to make this season safer for pets: avets.com/holiday-pet-safety
If you should experience any unexpected emergencies over the holidays, Avets is open 24/7: 412-373-4200.
The temperature this evening is expected to drop below freezing ❄️
Remember to be extra cautious when bringing your pets outside during these particularly chilly days. Things to look out for include symptoms of hypothermia, patches of ice and sharp ice fragments, and ice melt products. Learn more by visiting our website: bit.ly/36XPsc4
Wishing you a safe and happy holiday with all of your loved ones! 💚
If you should experience any pet emergencies over the holiday, we are open 24/7/365.
📞 412-373-4200
📍 4224 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146
We have some more progress photos of our new facility. Walls have gone up quickly and the DiMarco team is working on the roof trusses.
We'll have more photos coming soon, and you can always check out our updated slideshow at: avets.com/new!
Today marks the first day of winter! As the days and nights get chillier, it's important to remember how cold weather can affect our pets.❄️
Remember, if it’s too cold for you, it’s probably too cold for your pet . Check out some cold weather safety tips from our friends at the ASPCA: https://bit.ly/3hbqsDZ
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Cold Weather Safety Tips
From our family to yours, Happy New Year! We wish you all the best in 2021.
If you should experience any pet emergencies over the holiday, remember that we are open 24/7/365.
📞 412-373-4200
📍 4224 Northern Pike, Monroeville, PA 15146
Even if your New Year's celebrations are a little calmer this year, there is still plenty of trouble for your pet to get into. As you prepare to bid farewell to 2020, here are some safety tips to help ring in the new year safely with your pets bit.ly/2Z6IIFx.
As always, Avets is open 24/7/365 if you should experience any pet emergencies: 412-373-4200 .
The holidays and the new year brought us an amazing gift and update - a new roof! Our friends at DiMarco Construction Company are working incredibly hard to move this project along smoothly and swiftly. We could not be more excited!
Today we're celebrating CSR (Client Service Representative) Appreciation Day!
Our CSR Team are the friendly faces (and voices) that greet our clients each and every day. This team plays a crucial role in the daily operations of our hospital, and we are tremendously grateful for their hard work. 👏
You may be wondering, what is all of that plywood for? 👀
Here, you'll see the wood shell that frames out the room where our brand new 1.5 Tesla MRI will be located! There are extensive site planning and preparations that must be completed in order to install this powerful imaging machine. These photos show the very beginning steps, and there will be many more to come!
What is an MRI? MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) uses a magnetic field and pulses of radio-wave energy to create pictures of your pet. MRI works differently than CT and ultrasound and is often able to give us information that can’t be obtained with other types of imaging.
For continued updates about our new hospital and construction progress, visit: avets.com/new
The weather forecast over the next few days and over the weekend is looking especially cold, particularly overnight.❄️
Remember, if it’s too cold for you, it’s probably too cold for your pet. Check out our winter weather safety handout for more helpful information: https://bit.ly/3oplhSQ
We have more progress shots of our roof installation to share with you!
The roof is now completed, which is helping our construction project move along steadily despite the snowy, winter weather. We have quite a few more progress updates to share soon, and you can always keep track and find more exciting details on our website:
www.avets.com/new 👈
Xylitol is a common sugar substitute that causes low blood sugar and liver injury, and requires immediate medical attention. This ingredient is found in a number of foods and household items, including sugar-free gum, peanut butter, and toothpaste.
Learn more about xylitol and what items to look out for, in this article from the FDA: bit.ly/36AvS5o.
If you suspect your pet has consumed a product containing xylitol, immediately call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435, your primary care veterinarian, or contact an emergency veterinary hospital.
Remember, Avets is open 24/7/365 for pet emergencies: (412) 373-4200.
These progress photos were taken before our new roof was completely installed, but they clearly show exciting wide shots of the size of our new 19,000 sq. ft. facility!
Our new hospital is expected to open in early summer 2021, and we cannot wait to share more updates with you as construction continues. Remember, you can always check out the slideshow on our website by visiting avets.com/new 🙌
In these progress photos, you'll see more of the interior framework that has gone up within our new hospital. The door frames are have also been installed!
You'll also notice the tenting (plastic covering) that was put up for the mason to begin working on some exterior brick details earlier this week. Our last two progress photos show a sneak peek at the brickwork! 😎
avets.com/new
America's cutest sporting event is back! Tune in to the #PuppyBowl at 2pm ET on Animal Planet. Meet this year's players and learn all you need to know about Puppy Bowl XVII at: https://bit.ly/2O2gRou
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Everything You Need to Know About Puppy Bowl XVII
Happy Valentine's Day from all of us at Avets! How are you celebrating this year? Share the love and post a photo of your Valentines in the comments! 😻💘🐶
Valentine's Day is almost here! Chocolate and certain plants and flowers are poisonous to pets, and it's important to be aware of these potential dangers to prevent pet emergencies.
The ASPCA has a helpful Valentine's Day safety resource available to help pet parents be mindful of the potential hazards that should be kept out of paw's reach. To review these tips, visit: https://bit.ly/3pgj1xI
Avets is open 24/7/365 and here to help in case of a pet emergency: 412-373-4200.
You know your pet better than anyone! If your instincts tell you something’s wrong, listen to them and call us. We’re always here 24/7/365 for pet emergency care.
Call Avets immediately at 412-373-4200 if your pet:
❗️ Has been hit by a car
❗️ Has been poisoned
❗️ Is bleeding
❗️ Is vomiting excessively
❗️ Is having a seizure
❗️ Is having trouble urinating
❗️ Is experiencing excessive diarrhea
❗️ Is having difficulty breathing
❗️ Is having difficulty giving birth
avets.com/emergency
We have walls! 👏
The interior of our new hospital is really coming together now that the drywall is hung. We're looking forward to showing you more progress in the coming weeks as the rooms start to take shape.
For more progress photos, check out avets.com/new!
We're starting off Friday morning with some progress photos! 📸
Here, you'll see some more of the brick detail on the exterior of our new hospital. Stay tuned for more interior photos next week!
Visit avets.com/new for continually updated information about our new hospital.
Hyperthyroidism is a disease common to middle-aged and older cats caused by thyroid hormone overproduction by the thyroid glands. Hyperthyroidism affects a cat’s metabolism and causes clinical signs that affect multiple body systems, including increased appetite, weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, increased heart rate, heart murmurs, and high blood pressure.
Radioactive iodine therapy (I-131) is considered the most effective treatment for feline hyperthyroidism and Avets is licensed to perform radioactive iodine therapy for feline hyperthyroidism. To learn more about hyperthyroidism and the I-131 service at Avets, visit: bit.ly/30miCQd
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Feline Hyperthyroidism and Radioactive Iodine (I-131) Therapy | Avets
Progress update! The taping and mudding of our interior walls is moving along smoothly 😉 The exterior is also progressing, as you can see in the last photo.
We are so excited to see the spaces within our new hospital begin to take shape! For more updates, visit avets.com/new 👈
Remember to move your clocks ahead one hour at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 14th. While we will lose an hour of sleep, we are getting a little closer to Spring! 😉
Remember that your pets may need a few days to adjust to the time change, as they get used to their new meal and bedtimes.
Did you know that March is Pet Poison Prevention Month? Pets are naturally curious and they often are inclined to smell and taste substances that can be quite dangerous. To avoid a trip to the emergency room, it is important for pet parents to be aware of the items and substances that could be harmful to their furry friends.
Some examples include:
💊 Medications and cosmetics
🍫 Human foods and drinks
🎨 Household items such as bleach and other cleaners
☣️ Rodenticides and insecticides
🌱 House plants and flowers
Learn more about how to protect your pets by visiting our blog:
bit.ly/3l4XvLO
