Worry-free fun all autumn long! One dose of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) protects dogs against fleas & ticks almost 3x longer than any other monthly treatment.*#BravectoLetsPlay *BRAVECTO Chews for Dogs kill fleas, prevents flea infestations, and kills ticks (black-legged tick, American dog tick, and brown dog tick) for 12 weeks. BRAVECTO Chews also kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks. View Safety and Prescribing Information at letsplay.bravecto.com.
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
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.
What’s waiting to be won today? $200 prize cards and a ton of fun pet stuff! Simply buy one dose of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) for your chance to WIN 1 of 12 Prizes A Day! #BravectoLetsPlay No purchase/visit necessary, see official rules for details. Ends 11/15/20; 11:59 p.m. ET. 50 US/DC, age of maj. Subj to rules at us.bravecto.com/letsplay/officialrules.
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
Please note that the office will be closing today, September 25th from 12pm - 1:30pm for a Staff Meeting. So that all doctors and staff can attend, we ask that you delay calling or visiting the clinic during this time. Should your pet require emergency treatment, please contact:
PETS(Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties)
930 North Queen Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
717-295-7387
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!
Dear Clients,
We are writing to inform you that a member of our team has tested positive for COVID-19 and the Influenza virus. In light of this positive COVID-19 case the Department of Health has reviewed our current operations, which include curbside services, additional cleaning and sanitation, and all staff members wearing masks at all times. The Department of Health has determined that the policies and procedures by which we are operating are in line with CDC recommendations and therefore carry a low risk to the public.
In order to continue to provide care to our patients and protect our clients and staff, we are asking that anyone on Willow Run Veterinary Clinic property please wear a mask. This includes while waiting in your car and interacting with staff in the parking lot. We will continue to provide curbside service at this time in an effort to keep everyone safe. If you are uncomfortable with keeping a scheduled appointment please give us a call and we will be happy to reschedule your pet’s appointment. In the event that one of our clients needs to enter the building for end of life services we will try to maintain a social distance of six feet and limit client and staff contact time to less than fifteen minutes.
As always, we truly appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate through these trying circumstances. Our clients have been amazingly positive and supportive over these last few months.
The Doctors and Staff of Willow Run Veterinary Clinic
Worried about fleas & ticks this fall? Don’t be! BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) has you covered. One dose protects dogs almost 3x longer than any other monthly treatment.* #BravectoLetsPlay *BRAVECTO Chews for Dogs kill fleas, prevents flea infestations, and kills ticks (black-legged tick, American dog tick, and brown dog tick) for 12 weeks. BRAVECTO Chews also kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks.View Safety and Prescribing Information at letsplay.bravecto.com.
Dogs aren’t the only animal that can learn new tricks! Easily train your cat to sit, high-five, and more!
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Top 5 Tricks You Can Teach Any Cat With Clicker Training [VIDEOS] - CatTime
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
Willow Run Family,
We are updating you on our operating status as a result of necessary adjustments secondary to staff limitations. Quarantine and illness has resulted in continued restrictions to hours and staff availability. As a result, we will be temporarily closing for appointments from Thursday, October 22nd through Tuesday, October 27th and will be reevaluating our status at that time. We will be reaching out to appointments scheduled during this period, but please call the office if your scheduled appointment is affected. Be advised if you have an emergency we are recommending PETS Emergency and Referral Hospital at (717) 295-7387. Please understand that this is being done as a last resort, to ensure that we have a healthy staff to be able to continue to see appointments as soon as possible. Our phones will be available during our modified business hours (8am to 4pm) to help with prescription refills and appointment rescheduling. We deeply appreciate your understanding and support during this difficult time. Be safe, we will continue to keep you updated on our timeline as it becomes clear.
The Doctors and Staff of Willow Run
Every day could make you a winner — why not today? Simply buy one dose of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) for your chance to WIN 1 of 12 Prizes A Day! Visit us today! #BravectoLetsPlay No purchase/visit necessary, see official rules for details. Ends 11/15/20; 11:59 p.m. ET. 50 US/DC, age of maj. Subj to rules at us.bravecto.com/letsplay/officialrules.
Willow Run Family,
We apologize for the frequent updates regarding our upcoming operations, but want to be sure that everyone has up to date information regarding appointment scheduling and availability. We are continuing to follow Department of Health guidelines for testing and isolation for employees at risk or who have exhibited symptoms of Covid-19. As a result, our staffing has been decreased to help prevent further spread of this illness. The health and safety of our team and clients continues to be our priority, and we are making changes to ensure that we are available even in limited capacity for your pet's needs.
As a result, we will be available tomorrow October 19th from 8am - 6pm. For October 20th - October 31st, our hours will be 8am - 4pm. We will be limiting appointments to emergency and sick examinations, and will be in touch with routine appointments to discuss rescheduling. We appreciate all the support and understanding during this difficult time as we balance the health of our staff, their families, and our desire to continue to provide care to your loved ones.
Thank you for your continued understanding and patience,
The Doctors and Staff of Willow Run
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.
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Can Cats Eat Chocolate?
Willow Run Family,
We recently updated you regarding a staff member that has tested positive for Covid-19. Working with the Department of Health, we have been able to identify and isolate individuals that have tested positive or who may have had close contact with our quarantined staff member. Please note that individual health information, including the name of the staff member that is ill, is confidential to protect patient privacy. Due to the contagious nature of this disease, we are preparing for the possibility of further confirmed cases over the next few weeks. We are hopeful for swift recoveries for our Willow Run family members. We have remained in contact with the Department of Health to ensure that we are continuing to follow all guidelines and recommendations to protect our staff and clients.
Over the next few weeks we will be operating with limited staff and appointment hours. While we understand that this may cause some frustration as appointments have been limited with curbside protocols, please understand that we are managing the dual responsibility of protecting human health and being available for your pets. At this point in time, appointments from October 19th – October 31st will be offered from 8am to 6pm Monday through Friday and 9-11:30am on Saturdays. We will be reaching out to routine appointments over the next few days to reschedule if your appointment is affected by these changes. We are making the necessary adjustments to ensure that we are able to continue to see our patients in every capacity and offer the same level of care that you have come to know and expect. We appreciate your patience as we work to safely and responsibly navigate this new development.
Thank you for all of your understanding and support,
The Doctors and Staff of Willow Run
Our exciting BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) sweepstakes ends soon. Don’t miss out! Each dose you buy is a chance to WIN 1 of 12 Prizes A Day! #BravectoLetsPlay No purchase/visit necessary, see official rules for details. Ends 11/15/20; 11:59 p.m. ET. 50 US/DC, age of maj. Subj to rules at us.bravecto.com/letsplay/officialrules.
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
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.
Forget about fleas & ticks for the rest of 2020! One dose of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) protects dogs almost 3x longer than any other monthly treatment.* Drop by today! #BravectoLetsPlay *BRAVECTO Chews for Dogs kill fleas, prevents flea infestations, and kills ticks (black-legged tick, American dog tick, and brown dog tick) for 12 weeks. BRAVECTO Chews also kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks. View Safety and Prescribing Information at letsplay.bravecto.com.
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
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?
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
Please note that the office will be closing today from 12pm - 2pm for a Staff Meeting. So that all doctors and staff can attend, we ask that you delay calling or visiting the clinic during this time. Should your pet require emergency treatment, please contact:
PETS(Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties)
930 North Queen Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
717-295-7387
https://www.lancasterpetemergency.com/
Your Friends at Willow Run
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Please note that the office will be closing on Thursday, November 12th from 12pm - 2pm for a Staff Meeting. So that all doctors and staff can attend, we ask that you delay calling or visiting the clinic during this time. Should your pet require emergency treatment, please contact:
PETS(Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties)
930 North Queen Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
717-295-7387
https://www.lancasterpetemergency.com/
Your Friends at Willow Run
LANCASTERPETEMERGENCY.COM
Home | Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties
Fleas & ticks are still waiting to pounce — but don’t worry! One dose of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) protects dogs almost 3x longer than any other monthly treatment.* #BravectoLetsPlay *BRAVECTO Chews for Dogs kill fleas, prevents flea infestations, and kills ticks (black-legged tick, American dog tick, and brown dog tick) for 12 weeks. BRAVECTO Chews also kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks. View Safety and Prescribing Information at letsplay.bravecto.com.
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!
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
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
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
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!
QOO.LY
5 Ways to Stop Cat Aggression And Bad Behavior - CatTime
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!
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
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!
CATTIME.COM
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
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
We hope everyone was able to remain safe after the winter storm, it definitely feels like winter now.
Just a reminder that we will be closing at 2pm tomorrow (Friday, December 18th) for our holiday party. Should your pet require medical attention outside of our modified hours, please contact PETS at 717-295-7387.
As part of our holiday tradition, our doctors and staff will be competing in our Ugliest Christmas Sweater contest. Our team members will be rocking these fashion faux pas tomorrow and we will be posting pictures to Facebook. To make this contest a success - we need your help! Please be sure to visit our page and “like” your favorite. Just as we did in 2019, we will have a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner! Voting will take place Friday, December 18th thru Monday, December 21st. The winners will be announced on Tuesday, December 22nd.
We continue to receive notifications from our prescription diet manufacturers regarding backordered products. As the demand for UPS and FedEx has increased due to the holiday season, these companies are now experiencing longer delivery times. These changes have impacted the Royal Canin diets the most significantly. We apologize for the inconvenience and share your frustration when we experience difficulty in stocking these diets. We will continue to place our orders weekly, and notify our clients of products that are delayed or on backorder.
Doctors and Staff of WRVC
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!
Dear Willow Run Families,
It has now been projected that the winter storm will bring the heaviest snow to our area late this evening and into tomorrow morning. We have updated our opening time to 11am for Thursday, December 17, 2020.
Surgery drop-off times will begin at 11am.
Regular appointments scheduled between 9am - 11am will be rescheduled.
Our Client Service team has already begun reaching out to all clients whose scheduled appointments or surgery drop off times will be affected by the modified hours. Any clients that are concerned about road conditions should not hesitate to contact us if they would prefer to reschedule their appointment, regardless of day, time, or appointment type.
Please note - the opening time for tomorrow is tentative. Should the magnitude of the storm differ from the current projections, it may be necessary to further adjust our hours. We will continue to communicate changes via e-mail and Facebook. That being said, we have experienced delays with our e-mails being received by our clients. We strongly recommend that all clients call the office or refer to Facebook (all updates are in real time) before traveling to the clinic on Wednesday and Thursday.
Should your pet require medical attention outside of our modified hours, please contact PETS at 717-295-7387.
Please stay safe as we wait to see what impact this storm will have on our area.
Doctors and Staff of WRVC
Good Afternoon Willow Run Families,
An impending Winter Storm is forecasted to reach our area tomorrow morning and will likely continue into the early hours of Thursday morning. The snow accumulation projected could be very significant, ranging from 12 - 24 inches, with heavy periods of 2-3 inches of snowfall per hour.
We are modifying our hours for both Wednesday and Thursday, to include an early closure on Wednesday and delayed opening on Thursday. Please see below:
Wednesday, 12/16/2020:
We will have a TENTATIVE EARLY CLOSURE at 2pm.
Surgery appointments and regularly scheduled appointments after 2pm will be rescheduled.
Wellness appointments prior to 2pm will be given the option to reschedule; there will be no change to sick appointments scheduled prior to 2pm.
Thursday, 12/17/2020:
We will have a TENTATIVE DELAYED OPENING of 9am
Surgery drop-off times will begin at 9am
Regular appointments scheduled between 8am - 9am will be rescheduled
Our Client Service team has already begun reaching out to all clients whose scheduled appointments will be affected by the modified hours and cancellation of surgical procedures. Any clients that are concerned about road conditions should not hesitate to contact us if they would prefer to reschedule their appointment, regardless of day, time, or appointment type.
Please note - the opening and closure times for tomorrow and Thursday are tentative. Should the magnitude of the storm differ from the current projections, it may be necessary to further adjust our hours. We will continue to communicate changes via e-mail and Facebook. That being said, we have experienced delays with our e-mails being received by our clients. We strongly recommend that all clients call the office or refer to Facebook (all updates are in real time) before traveling to the clinic on Wednesday and Thursday.
Should your pet require medical attention outside of our modified hours, please contact PETS at 717-295-7387.
Please stay safe as we wait to see what impact this storm will have on our area.
Doctors and Staff of WRVC
Happy Holidays! We wish you and your families a safe and relaxing time, spent with loved ones.
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
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
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!
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
Our office will be CLOSED from 12:30pm - 2pm on Thursday, January 14, 2021 for our monthly Staff Meeting. Please keep this in mind when planning to visit the practice to pick up food or medications.
Please note, our phones will not be answered during this time, all voicemails will be returned as quickly as possible after conclusion of the meeting.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause, we appreciate your understanding and for allowing us this time to meet as a group.
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
Good Morning Willow Run Families,
Our service technician has said that the phone problems we were encountering have been fixed.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Good Morning Willow Run Families,
Our service technician has determined that the issues we are encountering may take a few hours to repair. As opposed to have these issues continue through Saturday afternoon when the office closes, allowing the repair to happen immediately is the most efficient way to achieve a permanent fix. As mentioned in our previous post, calls will be forwarded to a single cell phone, so you may encounter a busy signal when calling in. If at all possible, please text the office when arriving for an appointment or when picking up food or medication. If you are unable to text, and have arrived, please knock on our exit door and a member of our staff will assist you. Again, we ask that all clients wear a mask when on WRVC property.
At this time, the approximate time that our phone system will be back online is 9:15am. If the repair is expected to take longer we will communicate this information as quickly as possible. We will send a final post once the repair is complete and the phones are working properly.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Doctors and Staff
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
We are experiencing problems with our phone system which is impacting our ability to make and receive calls, as well as our internet; we apologize for this inconvenience. Our service provider was contacted this morning and despite a service call from a technician earlier today, the problem persists. We will be receiving another service call tomorrow between the hours of 8am - 10am, the provider was unable to send a technician back today. For the moment our phones are working, and if need be we have the ability to forward calls to a single cell phone, but this will significantly limit the number of incoming calls we can receive at one time. For this reason, you may encounter a busy signal when calling.
Our text app will still be available, and while we typically use this service when checking in for an appointment only, we encourage anyone arriving to pick up food or medications to utilize this service if at all possible. You will receive a text message indicating that your text has been received within a few minutes. If you are unable to text or to reach the office when calling, please knock on our exit door and a member of our staff will assist you. As a reminder, all doctors, clients, and staff are asked to wear a mask when on WRVC property.
These issues have been very frustrating to us, and we realize that it has been even more so for our clients. Technology is a wonderful thing when it works, but it is a huge disruption when we are at the mercy of our provider.
Again, we sincerely apologize for the difficulties that you many encountered when calling or receiving calls from the office today. We are doing our best to have the problems resolved as quickly as possible.
The Doctors and Staff
Due to a Comcast issue outside of our control, we are experiencing technical issues with our phone system. We apologize for this inconvenience and recognize that this issue complicates the procedures we have put in place regarding appropriate response to the COVID 19 outbreak. Please continue to text in when you arrive to the office.
Please continue to check Facebook for updates.
Thanks you,
The Doctors and Staff
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!
QOO.LY
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!
Good Morning Willow Run Families,
Our office will be CLOSED from 12:30-2pm today for our monthly Staff Meeting. Please keep this in mind when planning to visit the practice to pick up food or medications.
Please note, our phones will not be answered during this time, all voicemails will be returned as quickly as possible after conclusion of the meeting.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause, we appreciate your understanding and for allowing us this time to meet as a group.
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
Our office will be CLOSED from 12:30pm - 2pm on Thursday, January 14, 2021 for our monthly Staff Meeting. Please keep this in mind when planning to visit the practice to pick up food or medications.
Please note, our phones will not be answered during this time, all voicemails will be returned as quickly as possible after conclusion of the meeting.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause, we appreciate your understanding and for allowing us this time to meet as a group.
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!
QOO.LY
6 Cat Breeds That Behave A Lot Like Dogs - CatTime
Good Morning Willow Run Families,
Our service technician has said that the phone problems we were encountering have been fixed.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
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?
CATTIME.COM
National Answer Your Cat's Questions Day: 10 Questions Your Cat Wants Answered - CatTime
“Really...I promise I’m happy and enjoyed my visit today!” 🥰 Maple was a champ for her trip to the office today!
Can anyone guess what breed sweet Maple is?
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!
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
Our friends at the Lancaster County Prison have asked us to express their sincere gratitude for your generous donations. While they were disappointed that they weren't able to receive their Christmas goodies in person, they were still super excited to receive them.
With thanks,
Brikk, Joey, Jordi, Kilo, Kuiper, and their newest addition Maverick
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!
QOO.LY
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!
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!
Was Thunder working hard or hardly working? 🤣💜
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?
CATTIME.COM
National Answer Your Cat's Questions Day: 10 Questions Your Cat Wants Answered - CatTime
“Really...I promise I’m happy and enjoyed my visit today!” 🥰 Maple was a champ for her trip to the office today!
Can anyone guess what breed sweet Maple is?
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!
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
Our friends at the Lancaster County Prison have asked us to express their sincere gratitude for your generous donations. While they were disappointed that they weren't able to receive their Christmas goodies in person, they were still super excited to receive them.
With thanks,
Brikk, Joey, Jordi, Kilo, Kuiper, and their newest addition Maverick
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.
Drop your ❄️ day photos below ⬇️! 🐾❄️⛄️
Good Afternoon Willow Run Families,
Due to the inclement weather and forecasted snowfall impacting our area through tomorrow evening, THE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1st. We will continue to monitor weather forecasts and road conditions closely and will provide an update tomorrow afternoon as to our opening time for Tuesday. Our Client Service Representatives will be reaching out to reschedule appointments and surgeries as quickly as possible.
Should your pet require medical attention during this time, please contact:
P.E.T.S. (Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties)
930 N. Queen Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
717-295-7387
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
Keep a look 👀 out for Bananaberry on today’s Puppy Bowl! Bananaberry is one of our patients here at Willow Run! 🏈 🐾
Regular teeth cleanings and dental exams for your cat can provide a lot more health benefits for them other than fresh breath! Read up on how to prevent serious dental diseases.
QOO.LY
February Is National Pet Dental Health Month: Clean Those Teeth! - CatTime
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.
Drop your ❄️ day photos below ⬇️! 🐾❄️⛄️
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!
QOO.LY
Responsible Pet Owners Month: How To Keep Your Cat Fit And Healthy - CatTime
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!
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
This is a friendly reminder that our office will be CLOSED tomorrow, February 11th, from 12:30pm - 2pm for our monthly Staff Meeting. Please keep this mind if you are planning to visit the clinic to pick up food or medications. Our phones will be forwarded to voicemail during this time, and all calls will be returned as quickly as possible after conclusion of the meeting.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and for allowing us this time to meet as a group.
Keep a look 👀 out for Bananaberry on today’s Puppy Bowl! Bananaberry is one of our patients here at Willow Run! 🏈 🐾
Regular teeth cleanings and dental exams for your cat can provide a lot more health benefits for them other than fresh breath! Read up on how to prevent serious dental diseases.
QOO.LY
February Is National Pet Dental Health Month: Clean Those Teeth! - CatTime
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.
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
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!
Willow Run Families,
As a result of the ongoing snowfall impacting the area, we will be closing the office at 9:00 AM today. Our Client Service Representatives will be reaching out to reschedule appointments as quickly as possible. We will continue to monitor road conditions leading into this evening and provide an update on any possible delayed opening for Friday.
Be safe and stay warm!
Should your pet require medical attention during this time, please contact:
PETS (Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties)
930 N. Queen Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
717-295-7387
Good Afternoon Willow Run Families,
It has been forecasted that our area may be significantly impacted with yet another winter storm, arriving late tonight or in the early hours tomorrow morning. We will continue to monitor the storm's progression carefully; should our hours be impacted, we will send an additional e-mail as well as post to our Facebook page.
Regardless of any modifications to our hours, any client that is scheduled for an appointment or surgery tomorrow and does not feel comfortable driving, we ask that you please call the office as soon as possible so that the appointment may be offered to another pet.
Willow Run Veterinary Clinic
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
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
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
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!
Willow Run Families,
As a result of the ongoing snowfall impacting the area, we will be closing the office at 9:00 AM today. Our Client Service Representatives will be reaching out to reschedule appointments as quickly as possible. We will continue to monitor road conditions leading into this evening and provide an update on any possible delayed opening for Friday.
Be safe and stay warm!
Should your pet require medical attention during this time, please contact:
PETS (Pet Emergency Treatment and Specialties)
930 N. Queen Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
717-295-7387
For February’s Spay and Neuter Awareness Month, we want to share a few health benefits with you for your feline-friend. #SpayNeuterAwarenessMonth
QOO.LY
Health Benefits Of Spaying Or Neutering Your Cat - CatTime
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
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
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
Our office will be CLOSED from 12:30pm - 2pm on Thursday, March 11, 2021 for our monthly Staff Meeting. Please keep this in mind when planning to visit the practice to pick up food or medications. Please note, our phones will not be answered during this time, all voicemails will be returned as quickly as possible after conclusion of the meeting.
With the exception of holidays, our monthly staff meetings take place on the 2nd Thursday of the month. We will continue to send reminder e-mails and update our Facebook page to minimize the inconvenience to our clients and their pets.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause, and appreciate your understanding and for allowing us this time to meet as a group.
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!
QOO.LY
National Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month: Tips To Keep Cats Safe - CatTime
Willow Run Clients,
Many of you may have recently been made aware of an article detailing the adverse effects of a non-prescription flea and tick collar called Seresto. This article highlights the number of adverse events reported to the EPA, who tracks these potential events, without the input of experts to substantiate their relevance. We want to provide all of you with the information needed to make decisions that are best for you and for your pet.
The Environmental Protection Agency tracks potential negative effects of topical parasiticides, meaning those that are not absorbed into a pet’s system and remain on the surface of the skin. When these events are reported, the EPA keeps record of them regardless of whether the product can be causally linked to the adverse effect. This means that for a product that is worn for 8 months, these adverse events may have occurred while the pet was wearing the collar without being caused by the product itself. The active ingredients in these products have been studied extensively to ensure their efficacy and safety.
While we do not currently carry Seresto for dogs at Willow Run, it is important to ensure that you are purchasing flea and tick products from trusted sources. In recent years, counterfeit products have been reported regularly from large online pharmacies and retailers who purchase large volumes from varying sources. These counterfeit products may account for a substantial portion of these adverse events. There are many products available for flea and tick prevention, so it is important to discuss what product might be the best for your pet(s) with your veterinarian. Flea and tick infestation can cause serious disease, so prevention is important to keep your pets safe and healthy.
Seresto is manufactured by Elanco Animal Health, their customer service line can be reached at 1 (877) 352-6261 to answer any questions.
As pet owners who are making the same product decisions for our family members, we will continue to carry and recommend flea and tick products that are appropriate and safe for your pets at home.
The Doctors and Staff of Willow Run
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
For February’s Spay and Neuter Awareness Month, we want to share a few health benefits with you for your feline-friend. #SpayNeuterAwarenessMonth
QOO.LY
Health Benefits Of Spaying Or Neutering Your Cat - CatTime
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
Excellent news for dogs and dog parents from Merck Animal Health! You could win 1 of 500 prize packs from now
until April 30, 2021. Get an entry card for each dose of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) you buy (up to 12).† Stop by today.
#BravectoFun
†NO PURCHASE OR VISIT NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF
WINNING. Open only to residents of the 50 United States or DC who are at least the age of majority. Sweepstakes begins
12:00:00am ET on 3/8/21; ends 11:59:59pm ET on 4/30/21 (“Sweepstakes Period”). SUBJECT TO OFFICIAL RULES
AT https://us.bravecto.com/letsplay/#terms-conditions. To get an entry PIN code without purchase: Send an email to
fulfillment@armstrongpartnership.com during the Sweepstakes Period with the subject line “Bravecto Great Outdoors
Instant-Win Sweepstakes – PIN Code Request.” In the body of your email, include your full name and ZIP code. LIMIT
12 ENTRIES PER PERSON/EMAIL IN ENTIRE SWEEPSTAKES. ARV of each prize: $542; total ARV of all prizes
available in this sweepstakes: $271,000. Odds of a single PIN being a winner: 1:1,960. Void where prohibited.
Sponsor: Intervet Inc., d/b/a Merck Animal Health, 2 Giralda Farms, Madison, NJ 07940.
References to trademarks/names of 3rd parties are for reference/ID purposes only, not an endorsement, and do not
designate a sponsorship, affiliation, or association with Sponsor, Armstrong Partnership LP, or this sweepstakes. Prizes
may vary from examples shown.
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!
CATTIME.COM
Saint Patrick’s Day: 10 Cute Cats Who Are Going Green [PICTURES] - CatTime
Enjoy the great outdoors with confidence. Protect your dog against fleas and ticks throughout the spring. Just 1 chew
of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) from 2018 Merck Animal Health Intern Classalth does it. Hurry in for your first dose!
#BravectoFun
*BRAVECTO Chews for Dogs kills fleas, prevents flea infestations, and kills ticks (black-legged tick, American dog
tick, and brown dog tick) for 12 weeks. BRAVECTO Chews also kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks.
View Safety and Prescribing Information at letsplay.bravecto.com.
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!
Good Morning Willow Run Families,
Our office will be CLOSED today from 12:30pm - 2pm for our monthly Staff Meeting. Please keep this in mind when planning to visit the practice to pick up food or medications. Please note, our phones will not be answered during this time, all voicemails will be returned as quickly as possible after conclusion of the meeting.
With the exception of holidays, our monthly staff meetings take place on the 2nd Thursday of the month. We will continue to send reminder e-mails and update our Facebook page to minimize the inconvenience to our clients and their pets.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause, and appreciate your understanding and for allowing us this time to meet as a group.
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
Our office will be CLOSED from 12:30pm - 2pm on Thursday, March 11, 2021 for our monthly Staff Meeting. Please keep this in mind when planning to visit the practice to pick up food or medications. Please note, our phones will not be answered during this time, all voicemails will be returned as quickly as possible after conclusion of the meeting.
With the exception of holidays, our monthly staff meetings take place on the 2nd Thursday of the month. We will continue to send reminder e-mails and update our Facebook page to minimize the inconvenience to our clients and their pets.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause, and appreciate your understanding and for allowing us this time to meet as a group.
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!
QOO.LY
Spring Shedding: What To Do When Your Cat Loses Their Winter Coat - CatTime
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
We are experiencing problems with our phone system which is impacting our ability to make and receive calls, as well as our internet; we apologize for this inconvenience.
Our text app will still be available, and while we typically use this service when checking in for an appointment only, we encourage anyone arriving to pick up food or medications to utilize this service if at all possible. You will receive a text message indicating that your text has been received within a few minutes. If you are unable to text or to reach the office when calling, please knock on our exit door and a member of our staff will assist you. As a reminder, all doctors, clients, and staff are asked to wear a mask when on WRVC property.
Again, we sincerely apologize for the difficulties that you many encountered when calling or receiving calls from the office today. We are doing our best to have the problems resolved as quickly as possible.
The Doctors and Staff
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.
Excellent news for dogs and dog parents from Merck Animal Health! You could win 1 of 500 prize packs from now
until April 30, 2021. Get an entry card for each dose of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) you buy (up to 12).† Stop by today.
#BravectoFun
†NO PURCHASE OR VISIT NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF
WINNING. Open only to residents of the 50 United States or DC who are at least the age of majority. Sweepstakes begins
12:00:00am ET on 3/8/21; ends 11:59:59pm ET on 4/30/21 (“Sweepstakes Period”). SUBJECT TO OFFICIAL RULES
AT https://us.bravecto.com/letsplay/#terms-conditions. To get an entry PIN code without purchase: Send an email to
fulfillment@armstrongpartnership.com during the Sweepstakes Period with the subject line “Bravecto Great Outdoors
Instant-Win Sweepstakes – PIN Code Request.” In the body of your email, include your full name and ZIP code. LIMIT
12 ENTRIES PER PERSON/EMAIL IN ENTIRE SWEEPSTAKES. ARV of each prize: $542; total ARV of all prizes
available in this sweepstakes: $271,000. Odds of a single PIN being a winner: 1:1,960. Void where prohibited.
Sponsor: Intervet Inc., d/b/a Merck Animal Health, 2 Giralda Farms, Madison, NJ 07940.
References to trademarks/names of 3rd parties are for reference/ID purposes only, not an endorsement, and do not
designate a sponsorship, affiliation, or association with Sponsor, Armstrong Partnership LP, or this sweepstakes. Prizes
may vary from examples shown.
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!
CATTIME.COM
Saint Patrick’s Day: 10 Cute Cats Who Are Going Green [PICTURES] - CatTime
Enjoy the great outdoors with confidence. Protect your dog against fleas and ticks throughout the spring. Just 1 chew
of BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) from 2018 Merck Animal Health Intern Classalth does it. Hurry in for your first dose!
#BravectoFun
*BRAVECTO Chews for Dogs kills fleas, prevents flea infestations, and kills ticks (black-legged tick, American dog
tick, and brown dog tick) for 12 weeks. BRAVECTO Chews also kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks.
View Safety and Prescribing Information at letsplay.bravecto.com.
Do you want to show your cat the ultimate respect? For tomorrow’s Respect Your Cat Day, read up on some of the best ways that you can be the best cat-owner to your feline friend! Happy Respect Your Cat Day to all of our cat clients!
CATTIME.COM
Respect Your Cat Day: 10 Tips To Show Your Cat Respect - CatTime
Tuesday was National Puppy and Cuddly Kitten Day! Thank you to all of our adorable puppy and kitten pet patients for always putting a smile on our face when you visit!
Worried about fleas and ticks? BRAVECTO® (fluralaner) from @Merck Animal Health has you covered. Just 1 chew lasts
almost 3x longer than monthly treatments – for longer-lasting fun in the great outdoors. #BravectoFun
*BRAVECTO Chews for Dogs kills fleas, prevents flea infestations, and kills ticks (black-legged tick, American dog
tick, and brown dog tick) for 12 weeks. BRAVECTO Chews also kills lone star ticks for 8 weeks.
View Safety and Prescribing Information at letsplay.bravecto.com.
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!
QOO.LY
Spring Shedding: What To Do When Your Cat Loses Their Winter Coat - CatTime
Good Evening Willow Run Families,
We are experiencing problems with our phone system which is impacting our ability to make and receive calls, as well as our internet; we apologize for this inconvenience.
Our text app will still be available, and while we typically use this service when checking in for an appointment only, we encourage anyone arriving to pick up food or medications to utilize this service if at all possible. You will receive a text message indicating that your text has been received within a few minutes. If you are unable to text or to reach the office when calling, please knock on our exit door and a member of our staff will assist you. As a reminder, all doctors, clients, and staff are asked to wear a mask when on WRVC property.
Again, we sincerely apologize for the difficulties that you many encountered when calling or receiving calls from the office today. We are doing our best to have the problems resolved as quickly as possible.
The Doctors and Staff
