Primo Vet Animal Clinic

26/05/2026

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12/05/2026

12/05/2026

Yana, a 3-year-old female Shih Tzu, has been successfully discharged after undergoing an emergency cesarean section (C-section) at the clinic.

She was presented as an emergency obstetrical case requiring immediate surgical intervention to safely deliver the puppies and protect both the mother and her litter. The procedure was successfully performed, and Yana is now stable and continuing recovery at home. 💙

A cesarean section is a surgical procedure performed when a mother dog is unable to deliver puppies normally. This is considered an emergency when prolonged labor, fetal distress, or difficulty delivering places the mother and puppies at risk.

⚠️ COMMON REASONS FOR EMERGENCY C-SECTION
• Difficulty delivering puppies (dystocia)
• Weak or absent contractions
• Large puppies or narrow birth canal
• Puppy stuck in the birth canal
• Exhaustion of the mother
• Fetal distress

Shih Tzus and other small breeds are more prone to birthing difficulties and may require emergency assistance.

Recovery includes proper wound care, medications, monitoring milk production, ensuring puppies are nursing properly, and limiting excessive activity while healing.

Regular prenatal check-ups, proper nutrition, and monitoring during pregnancy help reduce complications during delivery. Immediate veterinary attention during difficult labor can save both the mother and puppies.

Bring your pregnant pet immediately if you notice:
• Prolonged labor without puppy delivery
• Weakness or collapse
• Green or bloody discharge without puppies
• Continuous straining with no puppy produced
• Signs of severe pain or distress

Pregnancy and delivery can become emergencies quickly. Early veterinary intervention helps ensure a safer outcome for both mother and puppies.

📍 Visit us at:
Primo Vet Animal Clinic
Block 1 Lot 36, Deca Homes Cabantian Highway, Buhangin, Davao City
📞 0917-322-5961
🕘 Open Tuesday–Sunday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

08/05/2026

The blame game in veterinary care is becoming the new normal — and it is costing the industry its people.

Veterinary staff are being bullied, verbally abused, overworked, and emotionally drained to the point that many leave the profession entirely. Yet many still stay, despite the dilemma, because of their passion and love for animals.

When people consult a human doctor, they patiently wait in line, listen carefully to medical advice, agree to laboratory tests, buy prescribed medications, and follow instructions properly. If more concerns arise, another appointment is booked and professional fees are expected.

In veterinary medicine, things are often very different.
Appointments delayed by emergencies are met with anger. Recommended laboratory tests are declined, yet veterinarians still do their best to arrive at a working diagnosis using limited information. Prescriptions are explained thoroughly during consultations, but some medications are not purchased or are changed by owners without proper veterinary guidance. Later, numerous calls and messages come in after clinic hours asking for medication adjustments because a different version was chosen instead of the prescribed one.

A message sent at 11 PM may not receive an immediate reply — because veterinarians are human too. They get tired. They need rest. They have families and lives outside the clinic.

When veterinarians do respond after hours, often without additional fees, that is not entitlement — that is compassion, dedication, and love for both the profession and your pet.

But when outcomes are not ideal, fingers are pointed. Blame is thrown at the veterinary team, despite educated options and medical recommendations already being given. We may not always agree with the choices made, but we still try our best to help your pet improve within those limitations.

This is not a complaint. This is a STAND AGAINST ABUSE.

Consultation fees are paid for your pet to receive professional medical care — not for veterinary staff to absorb anger, insults, intimidation, or personal behavioral issues.

To the clients who remain kind, respectful, patient, and cooperative: OUR BIG THANK YOU. You are one of the reasons many veterinary professionals continue showing up every day- with a warm SMILE- despite the exhaustion. You remind us that compassion still exists, and that this profession is still worth fighting for.

STOP THE BULLYING. RESPECT veterinary professionals. Work with us, not against us — because we are all here for the same reason: the welfare of the animals we love.

01/05/2026

📣 UPDATED OPERATING SCHEDULE

Our doctors from Primo Vet Animal Clinic will be attending a conference in Manila to further enhance their skills and veterinary knowledge. 🐾📚

In line with this, our clinic schedule for that week will be adjusted:

🗓️ **OPEN:** May 4–5, 2026
❌ **CLOSED:** May 6, 2026 (Wednesday)
🗓️ **OPEN:** May 7–10, 2026

👉 Please note: Our regular schedule is CLOSED every Monday, but for this week only, we will be OPEN on May 4 (Monday) to accommodate our clients, since we are closed on May 6.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support! 💙🐶🐱

30/04/2026

🐾✨ GROOMING & TICK/FLEA PROTECTION NOW AVAILABLE! ✨🐾

Keep your fur babies clean, fresh, and protected all in one place! 💙

🐶🐱 OUR GROOMING SERVICES INCLUDE:
🛁 Full bath with quality pet shampoo
✂️ Hair trimming & styling (breed-specific)
🐾 Nail trimming
👂 Ear cleaning
💨 Blow dry & coat brushing
🦷 Basic hygiene care

Grooming helps maintain cleanliness, comfort, and overall health while also allowing early detection of skin problems and parasites.

Protect your pets from harmful parasites that can cause serious health problems. Regular prevention helps control fleas, ticks, skin irritation, allergies, and blood parasite infections.

Without proper protection, pets are at risk of developing several serious conditions caused by tick and flea infestation. These include babesiosis, which leads to anemia and weakness, and ehrlichiosis, which affects the blood and weakens the immune system. Other tick-borne diseases such as anaplasmosis may also occur. Aside from blood parasites, pets may suffer from severe itching, skin infections, and hair loss due to constant irritation. In severe and untreated cases, heavy infestations can also lead to life-threatening anemia.

Grooming keeps your pet clean and comfortable, while tick & flea prevention protects them from serious and potentially fatal diseases. Together, they ensure complete wellness care for your pets.

📍 Visit us at:
Primo Vet Animal Clinic
Block 1 Lot 36, Deca Homes Cabantian Highway, Buhangin, Davao City
📞 0917-322-5961
🕘 Open Tuesday–Sunday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

✨ BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT NOW AND KEEP YOUR PETS CLEAN, HEALTHY & PROTECTED! ✨

30/04/2026

Pewee, an 8-year-old mixed breed male dog, underwent surgical tumor removal after being presented with a growing mass.

The mass was first noticed about a month ago and progressively increased in size. The owner also observed licking and scooting behavior. On examination, a ~1 cm irregular, pink mass with mild bleeding was noted. The patient was bright, alert, and responsive at the time of assessment. Surgery was successfully performed, and Pewee is now stable under recovery care. 💙

Surgical excision of the mass was performed to remove the abnormal tissue and prevent further growth, discomfort, and possible complications such as infection or irritation.

Skin masses can grow over time and may become painful, ulcerated, or infected. Early surgical removal allows proper diagnosis and helps prevent progression or recurrence of more serious conditions.

Recovery includes wound care, prescribed medications, restricted activity, and prevention of licking or scratching the surgical site to ensure proper healing.

Bring your pet for evaluation if you notice:
• Any growing mass or lump
• Bleeding or ulceration of skin growths
• Excessive licking or scooting
• Pain or sensitivity in a specific area
• Changes in appetite or behavior

Any new or growing mass should not be ignored. Early consultation leads to better outcomes.

📍 Visit us at:
Primo Vet Animal Clinic
Block 1 Lot 36, Deca Homes Cabantian Highway, Buhangin, Davao City
📞 0917-322-5961
🕘 Open Tuesday–Sunday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

24/04/2026

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24/04/2026

Time to protect your pets now 🐾
Message or call us for more details😊

22/04/2026

Bad day? We get it. Bullying our vet team? Not okay. Kindness goes a long way