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At this time we are not going to have clients enter the building. Please call us from your car when you arrive in our parking lot and we can assist you.
Please remember that we are all trying to figure this out together and this may continue to change.
Your pet’s health is our #1 priority! October is National Pet Wellness Month, and we want to make sure your pet is living their best life! Call us today to schedule their next wellness exam.
Preparing your home for a new pet is extremely important for their safety and making them feel comfortable right away. Here are a few ways to prepare your home for a new cat! #HappyHealthyCatMonth
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Bringing Home A New Cat? Here Are 7 Ways To Cat Proof Your Home For Safety - CatTime
Happy National Dog Week! Spoil your dog a little bit extra this week to thank them for all the special love and comfort that they provide for us! We love you!
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It was sooo cool that so many people made an effort to get all the kitties out of the shelters in March. But kitten season marches on and we still need help finding them homes!
These kittens are all ready for you to love them fur-ever!
Please contact the clinic for more information. The adoption fee is $95 and covers their sterilization surgery, kitten vaccinations, viral testing and microchips!
We continue #HappyHealthyCatMonth by providing symptoms and how to spot a possible ear infection in your cat. If you suspect your cat may have an ear infection, please schedule an appointment so we can ensure your cat is happy and healthy!
CATTIME.COM
Ear Infections In Cats: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments - CatTime
Dogs aren’t the only animal that can learn new tricks! Easily train your cat to sit, high-five, and more!
CATTIME.COM
Top 5 Tricks You Can Teach Any Cat With Clicker Training [VIDEOS] - CatTime
Tender Touch Animal Hospital will be closing early at 12:00 pm on 10/10/20. If your pet is experiencing an emergency, please call Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital at 303-424-3325 or Alameda East Veterinary Hospital at 303-366-2639.
This week is Animal Welfare Week, along with October being National Pet Wellness Month and Emotional Wellness Month. The AVMA highlights the importance of our pet’s welfare, and how you can make a difference in the lives of companion animals.
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Animal welfare: Companion animals | American Veterinary Medical Association
Another month means another cat tip! For October’s #NationalPetWellnessMonth, we share a few quick cat wellness tips for you and your furry friend!
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4 Awesome Cat Health Tips For National Pet Wellness Month - CatTime
With Halloween approaching, we ask the question: can cats eat chocolate? We have outlined the dangers and symptoms that you may see if your cat may have accidentally gotten their paws on some chocolate.
PETMD.COM
Can Cats Eat Chocolate?
This week is Veterinary Technician Week, so we would like to shine a spotlight on all of our amazing Vet Tech’s! The importance of you, and the hard-work and dedication that you provide for our hospital is beyond describable! Thank you to all of the Vet Tech’s out there! You are amazing!
Are you still searching for the perfect addition to your family? If so, for Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, we would greatly appreciate your warm hearts to consider looking at your local shelters. Shelters are a fantastic place to find your next pet, as there are countless loving animals waiting for their forever home.
Happy National Cat Day to all of our wonderful cat clients, and every other cat out there! Thank you for always providing love and comfort when we need it most. How will you spoil your adorable cat today?
As you snuggle in during this cold spell are you realizing that a cat or kitten would really help keep you warm? We still have some that need your love!
Winn is about a year old and his previous world was pretty small. He lived solely in a bedroom until he was suddenly in need of a new home. He seems curious about other cats but hasn’t had much exposure to other dogs.
Brave and Shy are litter mates that were rescued from a feral colony. They purr and play, but Brave is clearly the more outgoing of the two. They are being fostered by a family with three little girls to help show them how cool people can be.
Please contact the clinic if any of them calls to you!
Did you know that Halloween can be scary for our pets too? With Halloween a week away, we pulled some safety tips for your cat. Click the link below to find out how to keep them calm and safe during the scariest holiday of the year!
CATHEALTH.COM
Halloween Safety for Cats
Happy Halloween! We hope that everyone has a fun, candy-filled holiday! Remember to keep your sweets away and out of reach from your pets. We don’t want any scary accidents! Have a spooky Halloween!
Remember, Halloween can be a fun time for your family, but it can also be a scary time for your pet. Here are a few more tips on how you can make your pet comfortable and safe this Halloween!
ASPCA.ORG
Halloween Safety Tips
We can never care too much about our pets! Here are 10 great tips for you and your senior cat.
CATFRIENDLY.COM
Top 10 Tips for Your Senior Cat | The Cat Community
Happy National Senior Pet Month! Thank you to all of the amazing senior pets in our lives that have been with us over the years, and have helped to create irreplaceable memories. Share a photo of your beautiful senior pet in the comments below, so we can send them all of the love that they deserve!
We have also shared a few Senior Pet Care tips from the AVMA for your convenience:
AVMA.ORG
Senior pet care FAQ
Did you just rescue a new kitten? Do you happen to be a Star Trek fan? If so, we’ve got you covered with these Star Trek-inspired cat names!
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The Best ’Star Trek' Cat Names For Your New Feline On The Furry Frontier - CatTime
We would love to show our appreciation for all of the amazing animal shelters and rescues that are assisting animals with finding their forever homes. Thank you for creating families, unbreakable bonds, and forever love!
And then there were two. Help us wrap up this kitten season and find these stragglers a home! About 5 months old and healthy. Also we have a very sweet adult cat if that is more to your liking!
Thanksgiving is next week! The holidays can be a great time for family to come together and enjoy each other’s company with some delicious food. While it is okay to share limited amounts of turkey with your four-legged friend, it is important to remember a few pet safety tips for the Thanksgiving holiday!
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Thanksgiving Safety Tips
Happy Thanksgiving to all of our amazing clients and all of your beautiful pets! Thank you for allowing us to love and care for your pets, as well as your ongoing, dedicated support. We appreciate and thank all of you!
Did you know that November is also Pet Cancer Awareness Month? Read up on the connection between cats and lung cancer, including symptoms, types, and causes.
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November Is Pet Cancer Awareness Month: Cats And Lung Cancer - CatTime
We are temporarily closed until Friday, December 4th. Please check back for updates. We look forward to re-opening.
Does your cat seem to have a bad temper or has signs of aggression? Here are a few tips on how to calm your cat down for a more pleasurable relationship!
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5 Ways to Stop Cat Aggression And Bad Behavior - CatTime
Because the cats weren’t good about wearing their masks we will be closing until Friday 12/4/20.
Kidding about the cats. In spite of being good humans we are experiencing a covid outbreak. We will miss you.
We will be available for urgent prescription refills from 10am- noon. Please call in advance and leave us a message with your needs.
Please go to VRCC or Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital if your pet is experiencing an urgent matter.
Tender Touch Animal Hospital updated their business hours.
We are open to provide care! In order to keep our staff and pet parents safe during the COVID-19 outbreak, we are implementing new procedures. We now offer curbside drop-off and pickup ONLY, limiting access to our lobby. Upon arrival to our hospital please remain in your car, call us, and we will give you instructions on how to proceed at that time. If you experience flu like symptoms, please call us to discuss alternative arrangements. Thank you!
Are you one of those owners who loves to spoil their cat? Are there countless toys laying around your home? Here are 10 of the best gifts for the cat that already has everything!
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10 Best Gifts For The Spoiled Cat Who Already Has Everything - CatTime
It’s that time of year again, every Christmas we build our Memorial Tree to honor all of our patients who have passed away this year and received their angel wings. To commemorate them we made an angel for each pet and placed it on our tree in our lobby. We invite you to pick up your pets’ Memorial angel before the end of the year and hope that the cherished memories of your loved one makes you smile during this holiday season.
Happy National Cat Lover’s Month to all of the cat lovers and owners out there! Give you feline extra kisses, scratches, and cuddles all month long! Thank you for entrusting us with their care!
The holiday season is already upon us! Here are a few holiday safety tips for your feline friend to ensure that they can enjoy the holidays with you!
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Holiday Safety Tips For Your Cat - CatTime
As the first night of Hanukkah begins tonight, we would like to wish a happy holiday season to all of our dedicated clients!
Do you have a cat and recently decided to open your home to another feline companion? Review these helpful tips to safely introduce your kitties to each other!
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Introducing A New Cat To A Household With A Resident Cat - CatTime
THANK YOU to all of you who recently adopted a pet and gave them a forever home. The holiday season is a wonderful time for a new addition to the family. We can’t wait to meet them!
Do you think that your cat can keep any of the resolutions included in this list?
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5 New Year's Resolutions Cats Will Absolutely Break - CatTime
Happy Holidays! We wish you and your families a safe and relaxing time, spent with loved ones.
Happy New Year to all of our wonderful clients! We wish you and your family a happy and healthy New Year and look forward to seeing you and your pet soon!
Happy Walk Your Pet Month! Getting exercise and fresh-air is a great activity for you and your pet to do together. Where is your favorite place to take your pet on a walk?
Congratulations Piper! She got strength from RBG while she healed from having her spleen removed and the best news yet is that she now cured and doesn’t have cancer!
Are you still working from home and now your cat is wondering why you’ve invaded their space? Keep them happy by reading these 10 tips provided by the Humane Society!
HUMANESOCIETY.ORG
10 tips to keep your cat happy indoors
Although it is much more common to walk your dog versus your cat, did you know that some cats enjoy dog-like activities? Here are 6 cat breeds that behave like dogs!
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6 Cat Breeds That Behave A Lot Like Dogs - CatTime
Has it been awhile since have brought in your beloved cat to see us? Click on the link below for some helpful tips to make your cat more comfortable with their carrier and the trip to veterinarian!
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Getting Your Cat To The Veterinarian | Cat Friendly Homes
Who says Halloween is the only time to dress up? Today is National Dress Up Your Pet Day! Dress your pet up in their favorite costumes and share a photo of them below in the comments!
National Answer Your Cat’s Question Day was yesterday, which has us thinking…if they really could ask us a few questions, what would they be?
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National Answer Your Cat's Questions Day: 10 Questions Your Cat Wants Answered - CatTime
Happy feline Friday! We pride ourselves on being a cat friendly practice with fear free handling techniques. We treat all our feline friends with that special touch we know they need, bring your kitty in today to experience the Tender Touch difference.
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Featured are some special kitties who came in to see Dr. Graf today; Wicca, Odin, and Wee-bey. Also featured is Lolli, one of our clinic cats.
We’re now on Instagram!
Tomorrow is National Answer Your Cat’s Question Day! Since you can’t actually answer any questions that your cat may have for you, use this time to try and understand your cat and how they’ve been feeling recently. Have they been acting strange or different? More tired than usual? The health and happiness of our feline patients means the world to us!
Obi was initially less than thrilled to come see us today but after a relaxing pedicure he was feeling much better! Look at his cute face!
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Does you furry friend need a nail trim? We’d be happy to assist!
Have you recently opened your home to a new cat? Read up on a few general tips to brush up on your cat care!
ASPCA.ORG
General Cat Care
Today, Buster got TPLO surgery to fix a partially torn cruciate ligament. He was a GREAT surgical patient and an even better snuggler!
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Dr. Devine comes to our clinic upon request for orthopedic surgery and always does right by us, our patients, and our clients!
Finn’s day started out a little odd when he didn’t get breakfast. Little did he know it would end in a cone!
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Surgeries are never fun for our furry friends, but here at Tender Touch we do our best to make them as painless as possible!
In honor of Change a Pet’s Life Day being earlier this week, we would love to give a special shout-out to all of those who have recently changed a pet’s life by graciously opening your home to them! Thank you for changing their lives fur-ever!
It’s feline Friday! Honeyduke came to see us today for a routine check-up, Dr. Thiessen did a thorough exam including checking out her eyes and ears and is happy to report that Honeyduke is as healthy as ever!
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Even if your pet appears perfectly healthy it’s important to get routine check-ups. This is so we can best treat them when they’re ill by understanding how everything checks out when they’re feeling fine. This is also a great way to catch little problems while they’re still little.
Such a precious girl! Miss Roxy has grown so much since we’ve started seeing her and we’re so glad we get to continue to watch her grow!
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Do you have a new puppy or just a new furry friend? Call us today so we can get you and your pet started on the right track for good health!
Happy Pet Dental Health Month! This month we’re focusing on your pet’s pearly whites, and we want to make sure that they are nice and healthy! Schedule an appointment with us for your pet’s next dental exam today.
Does your pet need a routine dental cleaning but the budget isn’t allowing it? Ask our staff about our Paw Plans! They’re a great way to spread out the cost of a dental procedure, annual visits and vaccines, and include unlimited anal glands and nail trims!
Menchi and Sumo stole the show with their fashion forward hair style and perky attitudes. Burley was left bewildered as to why these two cuties looked like the piles of hair he leaves on his parents’ sofa.
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Come see us a Tender Touch for a chance to have your pet featured on our social media pages!
Love is expecting! This sweet little sphynx girl is expecting her second litter of kittens! Congratulations to the new mommy to be!
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Ultrasound is one of our many diagnostic tools at Tender Touch. From fun things like pregnancy, to not so fun things like IBD, it’s a great tool that allows us to get the whole picture when diagnosing your furry (or furless) friend.
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we want to send a loving THANK YOU to our special someone's – YOU! We can’t say thank you enough to all of our clients that have been with us through the years. You and your pets are the reason why we show up to work each day, and we definitely feel the love from you! Thank you!
A healthy pet is a happy pet and here at Tender Touch we work hard to keep all of our patients in tip top shape! If you have ANY questions concerning your pets health, ask us, we’re happy to help!
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Finn is young and his mom is dedicated to keeping him happy and healthy which means regular visits for boosters and exams despite the pandemic. Way to go Finn’s mom!
Rolling around on the floor and getting covered in dog hair and slobber (and who knows what else) is the job.. but we don’t mind! Patient care and comfort is of utmost importance to us at Tender Touch!
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Ralf was less than amused to see us but warmed right up when his technician joined him on the floor ❤️
It’s dental month! Pet hygiene is one of the most important factors to your pets health! Call and ask us about our dental procedures today!
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Murray got a great cleaning done last week and boy oh boy did he need it!
You remember our clinic cat, Lolli, right? Well this crazy girl like to hide and hangout in the strangest places! These are just a few.
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Does your kitty have a strange hiding place? Drop your pictures in the comments!
We love tricks, and Jensen sure knew how to put on a show!
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Training isn’t just for tricks, it’s also for basic manners which make your, and our, lives easier when handling your pets. When you’ve worked with pets as long as we have, you pick up a few tricks of your own! Ask our technicians or doctors about things you can do at home to improve your pets manners.
Willy certainly knows how to work the camera! He was struttin’ his stuff and showing off all of his best features for us!
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Do you have a photogenic furry friend? Ask your technician about getting them featured on our page!
Have you ever wondered how you can keep your cat fit, healthy, and happy as a responsible pet owner? For February’s Responsible Pet Owners Month, we’ve shared a few tips on how to keep your cat in healthy shape!
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Responsible Pet Owners Month: How To Keep Your Cat Fit And Healthy - CatTime
Hey guys, we’re on Instagram! Follow us @tendertouchvetdenver to see all our cute animal photos! Please tag us in any pictures of your fur babies. ❤️🐈⬛🐩🐶
February is for the cats! Learn more about the history of National Cat Health month, and check out some paw-some cat health activities and fun cat tips!
NATIONALTODAY.COM
NATIONAL CAT HEALTH MONTH - February 2021 | National Today
Tender Touch needed some TLC today and our office manager,Justin, rolled up his sleeves and dug in! Thanks for all you do Justin!
Is your pet on a prescription diet? We carry prescription diets of all varieties in house, and if we don’t carry it, we can always special order it for you. We carry both Royal Canin and Purina, let us know how we can help!
Happy National Cat Health Month to all of our feline-patients and feline-owners! Your cat’s health and well-being means the world to us. Call us today to schedule their next wellness exam to ensure that they are living their healthiest life!
You remember our clinic cat, Lolli, right? Well this crazy girl like to hide and hangout in the strangest places! These are just a few.
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Does your kitty have a strange hiding place? Drop your pictures in the comments!
For February’s Spay and Neuter Awareness Month, we want to share a few health benefits with you for your feline-friend. #SpayNeuterAwarenessMonth
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Health Benefits Of Spaying Or Neutering Your Cat - CatTime
Tina came to see us for the first time this week! Welcome to Tender Touch Tina! ❤️
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We are always accepting new clients and patients, but only a limited amount each month, so give us a call and get on the books! We’d love to meet you and your furry friend!
Dental month is coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still get your pet in for a dental cleaning! Call or schedule online today!
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Oscar definitely needed a cleaning. He even had a little surprise for us, we found an extra tooth as shown on his dental radiograph, so cool!
Did you know that the average lifespan of a spayed or neutered pet is longer than those that are not? There are also health benefits to the procedure including helping to prevent infections and cancerous tumors. Call us today to schedule an appointment to learn more about the importance of spaying or neutering your pet. #SpayNeuterAwarenessMonth
With the forecast calling for more snow, it’s time to break out the sweaters! Stay warm out there and remember, if it’s too cold for you be outside for while, the same is true for your pet!
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Tender Touch cares for your pets as if they are our own, so if your furry friend is sweater deprived, we’ll share ours ☺️
Did you know that the average amount of calls that are for poisoned cats jump significantly in the Springtime? Read up on what to do if you suspect your cat may have ingested something poisonous. You can never be too careful when it comes to the health of your cat!
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National Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month: Tips To Keep Cats Safe - CatTime
We’re rollin into the weekend and Autumn is rolling all around on the floor!
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We’re currently treating and monitoring Autumn’s IMHA (immune mediated hemolytic anemia) which means she comes to see us quite frequently. But she doesn’t mind because every visit comes with snacks and belly rubs!
Poor Rhody, he came in with a baaaad case of the tummy rumbles. Luckily, some subcutaneous fluids and medications got his tummy settled right down.
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Does your pet have GI upset, or some other ailment? Give us a call or schedule an appointment online to see one of our talented doctors!
You can never be too prepared when it comes to the health of your pet. For March’s Poison Prevention Awareness Month, our friends at the ASPCA outline toxic and non-toxic plants, foods to avoid feeding your pet, and poisonous common household items.
ASPCA.ORG
Animal Poison Control
It’s no secret Dr. Barr loves her fuzzy feline friends, just look how happy she is to see Duke!
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Extra TLC is always on the house at Tender Touch! Come see us for a fear free visit today!
A little curbside fun, Zoey’s mom sent her in with a note to be sure nothing was forgotten!
This Saturday, March 13th is K-9 Veterans Day. Join us in wishing a Happy K-9 Veterans Day to all dogs that have served in the military! Thank you for your loyalty, dedication, training, and service for our country. You are extremely appreciated for all of your hard-work, and we wish you a very special day this Saturday!
It’s wiener dog Wednesday! Check out these short legged, long backed babies that we’re so fortunate care for!
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Dachshunds are unfortunately prone to back injuries and are predisposed to poor dental health. Dachshunds are also very sweet and loyal companions with lots of energy. Do you have a special wiener dog companion? Drop their pictures in the comments!
Welcome to Tender Touch little Storm!
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Can’t socialize your new puppy due to the current pandemic? No problem! We LOVE squishing and snuggling all the pets! Socialization is very important, especially when the world opens up again. Happy visits are welcome and much enjoyed by all!
Kiki came to see us the other day and though she initially was a little nervous, she quickly warmed up to us!
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Curbside service has been trying for all of us, not only in limiting our communication and time with our pet parents, but also limiting the number of patients we can see. We hate to turn any of our wonderful clients and patients away when they need help, but sometimes we do so in order for our patients to get the best care in a timely manner. We can only see so many pets in a day without seeing our quality of care suffer. Thank you for all of your understanding and continuing to work with us during this pandemic!
Has it been awhile since we’ve seen you and your pet? We miss you! Call us today to schedule your pet’s next wellness exam with us to make sure that they are happy, healthy, and living their best life. Preventative care is the best care.
Enzo is thriving in this winter wonderland! Look at all that fluff!
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Stay safe and be warm everybody!
Due to the recent snow storm we are running on a skeleton crew today. Most of us couldn’t make it in today. Due to our small crew we will be closing at 3 today. Everyone be safe out there today! 💙❄️
Are you looking to dress your cat up for St. Patrick’s Day next week? Here are 10 photos of cats going green for some inspiration!
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Saint Patrick’s Day: 10 Cute Cats Who Are Going Green [PICTURES] - CatTime
ATTENTION ALL: Due to tomorrow’s weather conditions we will only be open until 12pm for urgent care services. We will be working with limited staff. Stay safe out there everyone!
It’s national puppy day, and these past couple weeks we’ve had our fair share of babies come to see us. Lucky us!
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The puppy stage is a very important stage in life. Just like in human children this is when they’re growing and learning the most. It is important to start training and healthcare while they’re young and we’re happy to get you started on the right track!
The proper gentleman Buehrle came in today for his ear recheck. He came dressed for the occasion.
Your cat may be shedding more as we transition to Springtime. This is normally a healthy routine, but it can also be a sign of poor health if they shed too much. Brush up on a few tips when it comes to your cat shedding their fur!
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Spring Shedding: What To Do When Your Cat Loses Their Winter Coat - CatTime
After a much needed dental cleaning and a few extractions, Finnegan Fiyero spent a majority of his afternoon switching from one technician’s jacket to another. He was such a trooper for his procedure, the least we could do was appease his snuggling needs!
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From pre-op to post-op we give our patients the best quality care we can provide. Patient care and comfort is top priority at Tender Touch. Come see for yourself!
Has it been awhile since we’ve seen you and your pet? We miss you! Call us today to schedule your pet’s next wellness exam with us to make sure that they are happy, healthy, and living their best life. Preventative care is the best care.
