Wright Veterinary Medical Center

06/25/2025

Heat wave got your active pet bouncing off walls?

Transform your living room into an indoor agility course! Use sofa cushions for jumps, rolled towels for weave poles, and cardboard boxes for tunnels.

Mental stimulation tires them out when physical exercise outdoors isn't safe. Share your DIY indoor pet entertainment hacks!

06/24/2025

Forget everything you've heard about removing ticks with petroleum jelly, burning, or twisting — those old tales can make things worse!

Here's what actually works: fine-tipped tweezers, grabbing as close to the skin as possible, and pulling straight up with steady pressure. No twisting!

Bring us any embedded ticks you're uncomfortable removing. What's your tick horror story?

06/23/2025

06/23/2025

Here's a few helpful tips to keep your pet's safe this upcoming holiday!
A great resource for firework anxiety can be found here:https://www.fearfreehappyhomes.com/kit/fear-of-thunder-fireworks/

06/21/2025

We have some extreme heat over the next several days, please be mindful of your pets. Practice safety and caution when outside.

06/20/2025

Think your dog's a natural swimmer?

Surprisingly, many aren't! Even water-loving breeds can struggle with exit points in pools.

And did you know cats can actually swim but their tolerance for water varies by breed?

Maine C***s often enjoy splashing while Siamese typically perform Olympic-level jumps to avoid droplets.

What's your pet's weirdest water behavior?

06/18/2025

The Holiday weekend will be here before you know it! 🎆
Our office will be closed on Friday, July 4th. Please remember to check your pet's medication this week and call the office if you need any refills!

06/15/2025

Happy Father's Day to all the pet dads who've mastered the art of one-handed coffee drinking while holding a leash!
To celebrate, we're sharing our favorite dad jokes: "What do you call a cold pet? A chili dog!" and "What did the cat say on Father's Day? I'm very fond of you!"
Share your best (worst) pet-related dad joke in the comments!

06/12/2025

That obsessive paw-licking might not be what you think. Summer brings a perfect storm of itch triggers—new pollens, bug bites, higher humidity causing yeast, and even sunburn on light-colored pets. If your pet's scratching like they're hiding lottery tickets, it's time for some detective work. Notice patterns? Morning scratching vs. night? After being outside? Stop by and we can help relieve those allergies! https://us.vetstoria.com/booking/66b69488d7a62/?r=6

06/09/2025

Planning to hit the road with your pet?
Beyond the basics, here are our road trip hacks: freeze water bowls the night before for gradual melting, use shower caddies as spill-proof food stations, pack a sheet to cover hotel beds, and download pet-friendly restroom stop apps. What's YOUR genius travel tip with pets?

06/06/2025

We've all heard about hot cars and scorched pavement, but let's talk about the sneakier summer dangers: BBQ skewers left at snout level, open windows without screens, fertilizers that curious paws track inside, and water bowls that grow algae in the heat. What surprising summer hazard have you discovered? Drop us a warning below!