Does your pet go batty for a costume contest?

Yappy Howl-a-ween! We can take their picture if they come to show off their Howl-a-ween best this month. (For the shy pets, you can submit their pictures on our Facebook page.) Each picture will be placed on our Facebook page to be entered in our Costume Contest. Log on to our Facebook page to vote for a winner before November 1^st. We will announce the winner November 2^nd. "Superdog" won the contest last year!

We would love to see our four-legged friends for “trick-or-treating”. Stop by during office hours Friday 10/26 through Wednesday 10/31 and show off your pet(s) ghoulish best and they will receive a goodie bag!

Common items around our homes that are poisonous to our pets...

It’s amazing (yet scary) how many  items may cause serious problems if ingested by our dogs and cats. Here is a list of items that are commonly found in our kitchen and around the house that we need to keep away from our pets.

• Chocolate
• Grapes, raisins and currants
• Xylitol/sugar-free gum or candy
• Table scraps (especially fatty ones)
• Onions & garlic
• Macadamia nuts
• Unbaked bread dough/alcohol
• Household cleaners
• Certain plants
• Compost
• Pest control items/any other chemicals 

If you suspect your pet has ingested any of these items (or any other items), please know the amount and the item available when you call our office.

Do you know the Top Human Medications Toxic to Pets?

As pet parents we may be aware of poisons lurking under our sinks, but we may not realize that some of the biggest culprits are sitting in a drawer or in our medicine cabinets. Pets ingesting over-the-counter and prescription medications are common accidents. Here is a list of the top 10 human medications that most often poison our furry friends.

• Pain Relievers (Ibuprofen, Naproxen , Acetaminophen)
• Antidepressants (Zoloft, Cymbalta, Effexor)
• ADD/ADHD medications (Ritalin, Vyvanse)
• Sleep aids (Klonopin, Ambien, Lunesta)
• Muscle Relaxants (Lioresal, Flexeril)
• Heart Medications (Cartia, Cardizem)

If you suspect your pet has ingested any of these items (or any other items), please have the bottles available when you call us.

Laser Therapy for pets

 

The laser energy increases circulation which draws water, oxygen and nutrients to the damaged area. This initiates increasing cellular function and health which gives an optimal healing environment. As the injured area returns to normal, the pain is relieved and function is restored.

The treatments are cumulative in nature and last 3-8 minutes per site and require no anesthesia.  The frequency of visits varies with your pet’s condition. A sample schedule would be three times a week for the first week, twice the second week, and once the third week. Some patients will have a positive response in just one treatment, while others should see improvements in the second week.

Call us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Williams or Dr. Janosco and learn more about how Laser Therapy can help promote healing, quicken recovery time, increase flexibility, and relieve joint pain.

Discover a new way to address pain management in pets!

Laser Therapy helps revitalize your best friend’s quality of life and help get them back on their paws faster. Seminole Trail Animal Hospital is excited to bring this special technology to you. This treatment can dramatically help decrease inflammation, relieve pain and increase range of motion. Best of all, it is non-invasive, painless, and side- effect free.

The laser energy increases circulation which draws water, oxygen and nutrients to the damaged area. This initiates increasing cellular function and health which gives an optimal healing environment. As the injured area returns to normal, the pain is relieved and function is restored.

Does your pet shake during storms? Is your pet anxious?

There may be a solution…Thundershirts™ are a great option for:

Fear of storms/fireworks

Separation anxiety

Travel anxiety

Hyperactivity

And much more!

It helps calm your dog by using gentle constant pressure. They are 100% guaranteed (if returned within 45 days) and our clients have been very happy with the results!