Red Oak Animal Hospital-Bucyrus, KS

06/10/2026

🎉 Patient of the Month 🎉

Congratulations to our June Patient of the Month, Doug! 🐾

Doug is a 2-year-old Golden Retriever who loves tennis balls, his Lamb Chop toy, spending time with his daycare buddies, and most of all, his family. ❤️

Fun fact: Doug may be brave in many ways, but he's absolutely terrified of boxes! 📦😅

Congratulations, Doug! We are so happy to have you as this month's winner.

Keep an eye on our page for the next Patient of the Month contest—your pet could be featured and win a $20 credit to their account!

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06/08/2026

Fourth of July is right around the corner!

Fireworks, parties, and celebrations can be a stressful time for many pets. If your furry friend struggles with anxiety during loud noises, now is the time to plan ahead!

Please remember that pets must be current on their annual wellness exam in order for our veterinarians to prescribe anxiety medications. If your pet is due for an exam, give us a call soon to schedule an appointment before the holiday rush.

Don't wait until the fireworks are already popping—we want to help your pets stay safe, comfortable, and stress-free this Independence Day! 🇺🇸🐾

📞 Call us today to schedule your pet's wellness exam.

06/05/2026

Noticing bumps or raised welts all over your horse this summer? It could be hives caused by fly bites! 🪰🐴

Just like people, horses can have allergic reactions to insect bites. These reactions often appear as raised bumps across the neck, shoulders, back, or entire body. Some horses may only get a few bumps, while others can break out dramatically overnight.

Signs of fly bite hives can include:
• Raised lumps or bumps
• Itching or rubbing
• Swelling
• Hair loss from scratching
• Irritability or discomfort

The best way to help prevent fly bite reactions is good fly control:
✔️ Fly sprays
✔️ Fly sheets & masks
✔️ Clean stalls and standing water
✔️ Fans in barns
✔️ Keeping horses inside during peak fly activity

Another reason fly control is so important? Constant stomping from irritated horses can lead to sore feet and hoof problems. In summer, the ground is typically hard, dusty, and dry. When your horse spends their day stomping their feet, they’re causing a lot of concussion to the hoof and internal structures. Over time, this stomping can cause them to develop sore hooves. It also increases the risk of stone bruises if they stomp on a rock.

If your horse develops severe hives, facial swelling, sore feet, or seems uncomfortable, give us a call! Some horses may need medications to help calm the allergic reaction and keep them comfortable.

Kansas fly season is officially here! ☀️🐴🪰

06/04/2026

Don't forget to get your pictures sent in and vote on your favorite!

Click on the post below to vote or enter your pet!

Show off your pets! 🐶🐱🐴

​Our June Patient of the Month contest starts today! We are looking for our next superstar to feature on the clinic wall.

​Here is what you need to do:
​Post your animal’s photo in the comments.

​Vote for your favorites by giving them a ❤️!

​The photo with the most likes walks away with a $20 clinic credit and bragging rights for the entire month. Let’s see those beautiful faces! 👇

06/02/2026

June 5th is National Greyhound Day! 🩶🐾

At Red Oak Animal Hospital, greyhounds hold a very special place in our hearts. Dr. Sutter is a proud greyhound mom to Baker and Mocha, both adopted through amazing organizations, MOKAN Greyhound Adoption and REGAP Greyhound Adoption.

One of our technicians, Tristin, also shares a deep love for the breed. In fact, she and her husband actually met through a greyhound adoption program! At one point they had 5 greyhounds in their home. Currently, they are loving on their sweet 13-year-old greyhound, Rhythm. Soon, another long dog will be joining the family when Fae retires from her racing career. 🐕✨

Greyhounds may be known for their speed on the track, but at home they are some of the gentlest, sweetest couch potatoes around. Today we celebrate all the retired racers, adopted greyhounds, and the people who give them loving homes.

If your family is looking for another dog, consider adopting a greyhound, or consider fostering! The local groups are always needing help!

05/29/2026

Peggy Sue was all smiles after her cystotomy surgery! ❤️🐾

This sweet girl came to see us for bladder stones — mineralized formations that can develop in the bladder and potentially block urine flow. Bladder stones can be painful and, in some cases, become a life-threatening emergency if left untreated.

Common signs of bladder stones may include:
🐾 Straining to urinate
🐾 Frequent urination
🐾 Blood in the urine
🐾 Accidents in the house
🐾 Discomfort while urinating

Thankfully, Peggy Sue is on the road to recovery and feeling much better! If you notice any urinary changes in your pet, give us a call — early intervention is important. ❤️

05/27/2026

As you may have noticed, sometimes there are baby goats hanging around the hospital… and they usually belong to our technician Tristin! 🐐💕

Today’s tiny visitor is Eleanor, a 1-week-old Nigerian Dwarf goat who weighs a whopping 2.4 pounds! She may be tiny, but she already has the hospital wrapped around her little hooves.

This afternoon, Tristin caught Eleanor snuggled up with her dog Tito for a little nap session.

05/27/2026

✨ Congratulations to our May 2026 Patient of the Month… Saylor! ✨

Meet Saylor Gray Moon, a beautiful 5-year-old gray quarter horse with an even more beautiful story. 🤍🐴

Two years ago, Saylor’s owner, Laikyn, proudly saved up her own money to buy her very first horse. Since then, this duo has grown together both in and out of the arena. From barrel racing competitions to bringing home 2 buckles, countless ribbons, and unforgettable memories, these two have formed an incredible bond.

Saylor truly is Laikyn’s heart horse and will forever be a special part of their family. ❤️

Thank you for sharing your story with us, and congratulations again to our winner!

📸 Don’t forget to follow Red Oak Animal Hospital page to enter your pet in our Patient of the Month contest! Winners receive a $20 credit toward services. 🐾

05/26/2026

Show off your pets! 🐶🐱🐴

​Our June Patient of the Month contest starts today! We are looking for our next superstar to feature on the clinic wall.

​Here is what you need to do:
​Post your animal’s photo in the comments.

​Vote for your favorites by giving them a ❤️!

​The photo with the most likes walks away with a $20 clinic credit and bragging rights for the entire month. Let’s see those beautiful faces! 👇