What is Tularemia?

What is Tularemia?

Tularemia is a bacterial infection caused by Francisella tularensis. Who is susceptible? How can you or your pet get this infection? Tularemia is a zoonotic disease, so humans can get infected via an infected animal, including your pet. Where is this bacteria located? What time of year are you and your animal most at risk? […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XXIII: Basel’s Mysterious Collapse

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XXIII: Basel’s Mysterious Collapse

If your pet collapses, is unable to walk or get up, or experiences severe trauma, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! Basel the three-year-old […]

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What to Do if Your Pet is Choking

What to Do if Your Pet is Choking

If your pet experienced a choking episode or is still actively choking and struggling to breathe, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! One quiet […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XXII: Nova’s Not-So-Purrrfect Landing

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XXII: Nova’s Not-So-Purrrfect Landing

Stairs. They may seem like just another part of everyday life, but they can quickly become a serious hazard—both for humans and our pets. A sudden slip, misstep, or unexpected tumble can lead to injuries that require immediate medical care. Unfortunately, Nova, a 1-year-and-10-month-old gray tabby, discovered just how dangerous the stairs could be when […]

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Life-Saving Blood Transfusions for Pets

Life-Saving Blood Transfusions for Pets

If your pet experienced a severe trauma or is profusely bleeding from any wound, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! Most people are familiar […]

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No Holiday Ham for Pets

No Holiday Ham for Pets

If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested a large amount of ham, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 for help determining if your pet consumed a toxic amount and for guidance on what to […]

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What to Do if Your Pet Ingests a Battery

What to Do if Your Pet Ingests a Battery

If you know or strongly suspect your pet ingested a foreign body that is causing illness, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend having your pet see your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital within the next 12 hours. Please call ahead of […]

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Pneumonia in Pets

Pneumonia in Pets

If your pet is having difficulty breathing, this is considered a “RED” – or true emergency – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! Remove any neck collars or facial restrictions such as muzzles. […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XXI: Rootbeer’s Battle with Bromethalin

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XXI: Rootbeer’s Battle with Bromethalin

If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested a toxic item, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 for help determining if your pet consumed a toxic amount and for guidance on what to do next. […]

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No Corn on the Cob for Pets

No Corn on the Cob for Pets

If you know or strongly suspect your pet ingested a foreign body that is causing illness, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend having your pet see your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital within the next 12 hours. Please call ahead of […]

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