It’s uncomfortable, it’s ugly, and it can be heartbreaking to watch dogs coping with it.
Fortunately, mange is easily preventable and treatable. Dr. Melissa Hart of VCA Chancellor Animal Hospital explains causes, symptoms and treatment options in today’s Daily Paws. #vcapets
https://www.dailypaws.com/dogs-puppies/health-care/dog-conditions/mange-in-dogs
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How to Recognize, Treat & Prevent Mange in Dogs
Does it seem like your cat is itching more often than usual? When seasons change, your pet’s skin changes too. Would you know the difference between simple itchiness – and something more extreme?
Dr. Aimee Simpson of VCA Cat Hospital of Philadelphia explains how to detect different types of skin conditions, including cat allergies, in today’s Daily Paws article. #vcapets
https://www.dailypaws.com/cats-kittens/health-care/cat-conditions/common-skin-conditions-in-cats-and-how-to-recognize-them
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Common Skin Conditions in Cats & How to Recognize Them
True or False? “Making older dogs wait too long between potty breaks can cause urinary tract infections.”
True. Older dogs, especially females, are at high risk of UTIs. Dr. Sharon Marx of VCA Animal Healing Center explains UTI warning signs, treatment options and preventative care in today’s Daily Paws. #vcapets
https://www.dailypaws.com/dogs-puppies/health-care/dog-conditions/dog-uti
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Could Your Dog Have a UTI? Here’s What to Do
It’s National Indoor Plant Week! 🌿 Make sure to avoid houseplants that are poisonous for pets, like jade plants.
The jade plant is said to attract money or luck to people (yay!), but that doesn’t necessarily translate to your pets (nay!). It can cause vomiting, depression and loss of balance if eaten! 👎
Looking for pet-safe plants? Visit the ASPCA’s guide: bit.ly/32iHASu. If your pet has ingested a toxic plant, call your veterinarian or Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) right away. #vcapets
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Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants
For each new subscription to a Hill’s diet until October 31, Hill’s will donate pounds of pet food to local shelter pets.
Share the love! Subscribe today: reptn.co/F8BAAAdAcaQ
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Giving Back Never Tasted So Good
True or false? Outdoor cats only have a life expectancy of 2 to 5 years.
True. While there are some benefits to letting cats outside, there are many dangers and risks. Dr. Douglas Payne of VCA East Penn Animal Hospital explains how to balance the best of both worlds in today’s Daily Paws. #vcapets
https://www.dailypaws.com/cats-kittens/cat-safety-tips/indoor-vs-outdoor-cats
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Indoor vs. Outdoor Cats: Should You Let Your Kitty Roam?
Fall is a season where mice and rodents like to make their way into your home. So for this #FallSafetyTip, we ask that if you’re using rodenticides, keep them away from pets because they’re toxic! #VCApets
A female flea can lay up to 50 eggs in one day! These pests can live inside your home all year long and can cause irritating infestations that affect your pet and your family, making it essential to protect your pet with a preventive that kills adult fleas and prevents flea eggs from hatching.
Visit rptn.io/ABKAAMOtEsd for flea prevention and treatment options for your pet.
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Parasite Prevention 2020 - Dog
We know you’re so excited to go on some autumn nature walks with your dog, but for this #FallSafetyTip, make sure you watch out for snakes, some of which can be venomous! They’re preparing for hibernation and may be a little crankier if disturbed by a curious pet! 🐍
When walking or hiking, if something happens to your pet, be sure to contact your veterinarian as soon as possible. #VCApets
Today is Global Cat Day, a special occasion devoted to unowned, free-roaming “community” cats. These cats often get a bad rap but it’s important to understand that these cats aren’t so different from our beloved pets. As a matter of fact, many are living on the streets as a result of being abandoned by their families.
We've included some tips to help manage and care for the community cats in your neighborhood.
Helping these cats starts by being a responsible guardian! Spay/neuter your own cat and keep them indoors.
* In just seven years, a single pair of cats and their offspring could produce a staggering total of 420,000 kittens! #VCApets
’Tis the season of pumpkin spice, warm socks and plaid! Now that it’s fall, we hope you and your pets enjoy colorful walks (and be careful if jumping in leaves)! 🍂🍁#VCApets
That face you make when you see your food coming 👀. Can anyone relate? #VCApets
Adjusting to the #NewNormal means it might’ve been a while since you’ve gotten your nails done 💅. But, the good news is you can do your cat’s—no appointment needed (healthy nails = healthy cat!)! Just read @catster’s helpful guide to get started: bit.ly/3fXH40s
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How to Keep Your Cat’s Nails Healthy This Summer | Catster
It’s National Hug Your Hound Day! So go find your dog and give them an extra big hug from us! 🐶❤️#VCApets
Your pet means the world to you. With CareClub's personalized care plans, you can keep their tail wagging for years to come. Call us to find out what plan is right for your pet.
Is it really safe to give your dog meat bones?
Like most families, Oliver’s family always thought so… until he ate an entire hambone after a holiday dinner and experienced a life-threatening digestive blockage. Thanks to the VCA RIVER team, Oliver went home happy, healthy, and with a new appetite for life.
Link in bio: https://bit.ly/vcaoliver #vcavoice
#holidays #holidayseason #holiday #petsafety #bone #dogbone #veterinarian #veterinarymedicine #vetmedicine #digestion #digestivehealth #stomachpain #emergencyroom #emergencymedicine #emergencyservices #petemergency
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Are Bones Your Dog's Most Dangerous Treat -- VCA Voice | Inspiring Animal Stories
Imagine if local authorities showed up at your home with dozens of Great Dane puppies and asked you to take care of them until further notice.
It happened at VCA CAVES in Concord, NH!
Link in bio: http://bit.ly/vcadanes #vcavoice
#vcapets #vcavoice #animalrescue #animalwelfare #rescuedogs #greatdanes #greatdanesofinstagram #greatdanesunleashed #greatdanesunlimited #greatdanesrock #greatdanesofig #greatdanelife #greatdanephotography #greatdanenation #greatdaneworld
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Great Danes Get A Second Chance At Happiness -- Inspiring Animal Stories | VCA Animal Hospitals
We're installing a new phone system today and it can be hard to reach us. We're working to get it up and running as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience.
On Tuesday, Jan 26th, we'll be installing a new phone system to better serve our clients. You may have trouble getting a hold of us between 11am-2pm during the install. We're working on getting this done as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience
Since winter is coming, we have a super cool trivia question for you! ❄️ 🐕Name the famous Siberian Husky that helped bring a cure to the diphtheria crisis on a sled from Anchorage to Nome, Alaska in the 1920s—all during a frigid winter! #vcapets
