Posts in Category: Dog & Cat Care

More pets get lost around the 4th of July than any other time of year due to fireworks noise

• Plan ahead and make sure your pet is microchipped. Between the months June and November we always have our microchips at a discounted price, so take advantage.
• Instead of bringing your pet to the festivities this year, keep them safe and happy in a sheltered & escape-proof area at home.
• Play some music or have the tv on to help mask the fireworks’ sounds.
• If your dog loves their crate, partially cover it to create a cozy cave where your pet feels hidden.
• Distract your pet with games and toys.
• There are some good supplements that you can try. We love Canna-Pet. It is a CBD oil or yummy treat made from hemp and we get very good feedback from owners. We carry their entire line and any staff member can answer any questions that you may have. If that’s not enough, then give us a call. There are short-term medications that we can use to relieve your pet’s anxiety, such as alprazolam or Sileo.
• If you notice your dog overreacting to everyday noises around your home as well, he or she isn’t alone. In fact, 2 out of 3 dogs show signs of fear to loud noises. Noise aversion is not “normal” for dogs. Overreacting to noise is a sign that your dog is fearful and anxious, similar to how you might react if you saw a monster! Don’t let your dog suffer.

Avoid vomiting/diarrhea & a trip to the vet

• Never leave alcoholic drinks unattended where a pet can reach them.
• Don’t feed/reward your pets with what you’re eating. You may pay the price all over your floor that evening.

Backyard party hazards

• Keep matches and lighter fluid out of your pet’s reach.
• Keep citronella candles, insect coils & oil products out of reach.
• Do not apply sunscreen or insect repellant that is not specifically made for pets.

The doors are open to a better standard of care for your pet here at Harmony Animal Hospital. We are pleased to offer laparoscopic surgery because your pet’s health is as important to us as it is to you. For many procedures, laparoscopic surgery can provide a better alternative to traditional surgery.

Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive surgical technique used in both humans and animals. A 5mm surgical telescope is inserted through a small keyhole-sized incision. This camera allows surgeons to view magnified organs on a monitor. Additional small incisions are made to facilitate the use of surgical instruments, and surgeons can perform a more precise, less painful surgery, avoiding the traditional large incisions and longer recoveries.

What does this mean for your pet?

• Reduced risk of infection – Keeping incisions small means your pet has a reduced risk of being exposed to infections.
• Precision – The specialized scopes and video systems that we use make it much easier to see what they are doing – meaning your pet gets a safer, more precise and complete procedure
• Less Pain – Typically, minimally invasive surgery patients require smaller dosages of anesthesia and post-operative pain control drugs. For example, a study published in JAVMA (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association) showed up to 65% less pain when using minimally invasive techniques for spays.
• Faster recovery – Smaller incision sizes and less need for anesthesia drugs mean fewer post-op complications and an overall faster recovery

Set up a time to speak with one of our doctors for more information.