Jumping in leaves, cozy cuddles, walks in the forest! Fall has endless fun activities to do with your pets, and we want to know which one you’re most excited for! 🍂🐶(a) Leaf jumping, (b) cozy cuddles, or (c) forest walks. #VCApets
Until October 31, our friends at Hill’s will donate 10 pounds of pet food to local shelter pets with each new subscription.
Share the love! Subscribe today: reptn.co/F8BAAAdAcaQ
True or false: “My cats can’t get ringworm because they never go outside.”
False! Ringworm spores can live on surfaces – furniture, carpet, blankets -- for up to two years. Even worse, many cats don’t show any symptoms at all, although they are contagious to both pets and humans.
Dr. Jessica Lowe of VCA Beacon Hill Cat Hospital explains in today’s Daily Paws article. #vcapets
https://www.dailypaws.com/cats-kittens/health-care/feline-parasites/ringworm-in-cats-what-to-do-and-how-to-avoid-them
DAILYPAWS.COM
How to Know if Your Cat Has Ringworm & What to Do
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
DAILYPAWS.COM
Could Your Dog Have a UTI? Here’s What to Do
They’re invisible, aggressive, and highly contagious. Worse yet, they’re constantly reproducing – making them impossible to eliminate without medical treatment.
They’re ear mites, and they’ll make your dog absolutely miserable. Dr. Michele Pietrzak of VCA Met Vet West Animal Hospital confronts the mite menace in today’s Daily Paws. #vcapets
https://www.dailypaws.com/dogs-puppies/health-care/canine-parasites/ear-mites-in-dogs
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How to Treat & Prevent Ear Mites in Dogs
It’s Adopt a Shelter Dog Month!
Considering adoption? Consider the “less adoptable” dogs, like Ocean. Ocean nearly lost her hind legs due to violence and abuse in Kuwait. Now, she’s found a new home thanks to VCA shelter partner Homeward Trails.
Hear her story: http://bit.ly/vcaocean #vcacares
Tonight at 6 pm, join us to help the Sacramento SPCA in their virtual fundraiser where you can donate to help build the Zoe K. McCrea Animal Health Center. Your donation will help save pet's lives in our community!
https://www.facebook.com/SacSPCA/posts/3609926659027094
It’s almost #Halloween, so this #FallSafetyTip is all about pumpkins 🎃! Although plain, baked pumpkin can have nutritional benefits for your dog, the stem, skin, pulp and raw seeds are all dangerous for them to eat. When in doubt, stick to dog food or contact your veterinarian. #VCApets
On October 24 at 6 pm, join us to help the Sacramento SPCA in their virtual fundraiser where you can donate to help build the Zoe K. McCrea Animal Health Center. Your donation will help save pet's lives in our community!
https://www.facebook.com/SacSPCA/posts/3609926659027094
Access your pet’s health information anytime, anywhere! From easy appointment booking to medication reminders and refills, your pet’s care is in good hands with the myVCA app.
Download now: myvca.app
We have two very special guests with us at the moment, and they have a message for you. Since they only have a temporary home with us, they were wondering if you can open your home to them or at least spread the word they are looking for their forever home to as many people as possible. Their names are Betty and Boop, a bonded pair of beautiful 6 month old tabby females. They are a bit shy because they've lived most of their life so far in a kennel, although Betty has been opening up a bit more recently. Please spread the word that these cats are in need of a home. Thank you.
When it comes to antibiotics, the benefits can outweigh the potential risks and side effects—meaning that they could be the thing that saves your pet from life-threatening infections. VCA is a proud supporter of improving antimicrobial use, so we’ll be giving you some helpful facts and tips throughout World Antibiotic Awareness Week. Learn more: http://bit.ly/waawvca
Lace up those boots, because it’s National Take a Hike Day! May you and your dog enjoy a nice long walk together. 💞🐶🍂#vcapets
If your veterinarian recommends a product at the end of a visit, it’s because it’s necessary to keep your pet healthy! Whether it’s parasite prevention medicine, or special-diet food, the care you provide between visits is important, too—your pet’s treatment doesn’t end in the examination room! 🐱🐶 #vcapets
It’s Pet Diabetes Month. With proper treatment and monitoring, diabetic pets can live a long and healthy life. Learn more with VCA: reptn.co/AjRMBZAdxAY
Happy Friday the 13th! Just when we thought spooky season was over! 👀#vcapets
A hot car isn’t the only danger to pets! 😧When running errands, it’s best to leave your pets at home where they’re safe and warm—keeping them in a cold car can be dangerous, as a dog’s temperature can easily drop below 99°F (hypothermia can set in at this point)! ❄️🚙#vcapets
February is the month of love, and today is Doggy Date Night! So, grab your pet’s food bowl, pour them some chilled water (and maybe a drink for yourself!) and have a cozy dinner together! 💕🐶#vcapets
CareClub Safety Tip: Puppies grow up so fast. That’s why it’s important to have regular physical exams starting when they’re young to set them on the path to a long, happy life. Show us your puppy below! To learn more about CareClub's personalized care plans, give us a call.
Dental cleaning is crucial for dogs during their adult years. Call us to learn how CareClub's personalized care plans can help keep them happy and healthy.
Does your family still save meat bones for the family dog?
You might want to rethink that tradition. As it turns out, cooked bones aren’t great for your dog’s digestive or dental health.
STORY: https://bit.ly/vcaoliver #vcavoice
Time to show off those pearly whites—it’s National Pet Dental Health Month.
Tell us what you do to keep your pet’s teeth and gums healthy!
CareClub Safety Tip: Tabbies are adorable companions, but they can be prone to liver and respiratory issues. With CareClub's personalized care plans, we can help identify and prevent these problems to keep them purring for life.
