Chooch's Pooches

03/31/2024

Hoppy Easter! 🐾🐰

12/27/2023

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12/14/2023

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11/28/2023

I’ve been hearing about this new dog virus that’s supposedly going around. It’s said to be like Covid for dogs, very contagious and takes a long time for them to get well once they’re infected.

I’m not sure how bad it is and if dogs around here are getting sick. I’m also not a veterinarian, but since I have several dogs over for daycare and boarding I feel like it’s up to me to make sure my pets and the ones in my care are staying healthy.

Let’s advocate for our dogs! Don’t take your dogs to full dog parks if you can help it. If your pup is showing symptoms, runny nose, cough, lethargic, or loss of appetite, don’t take them to dog boarding facilities to spread it around. Even if your pup isn’t showing symptoms but has been around other dogs who were it’s worth being cautious.
I’ll be doing the same! 🐾🐶

11/16/2023

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07/27/2023

Hello!
I recently adopted one of my regular day-care pup clients and now I am looking to fill her spot. I have one doggie-daycare spot open if anyone is interested in the centennial/Englewood area.
You can reach out for more information via the Rover app, or on social media.

Please share with any family or friends who might be interested! Thank you 😊

https://www.rover.com/sit/devon21

06/09/2023

Check your pets!

Lions & Tigers & Bears, Oh My! Nope. . . FOXTAILS!

The foxtail plant (also referred to as cheatgrass) is a grass-like w**d. They are extremely prevalent in our area. Foxtail plants can be risky for your dog or cat. The barbed seed heads of the foxtail plant can work their way into any part of your pet, from the nose to between the toes and inside the ears, eyes, and mouth. They can even simply dig themselves directly into a patch of skin.

The danger of foxtails goes beyond simple irritation. Because these tough seeds don't break down inside the body, an embedded foxtail can lead to serious infection for your dog. It can even lead to death if left untreated. The seeds can be hard to find in your pet's fur.
Embedded foxtails can cause discharge, abscesses, swelling, pain, and death.

Feet- Foxtails love your pet’s feet and can easily become embedded between tender toes. Check for foxtails if you notice swelling or limping or if your dog is constantly licking the area.

Ears- If your pet is shaking their head, tilting it to the side, or scratching incessantly at an ear, this could be the sign of a foxtail -- one that may be so deep inside the ear canal you can't see it.

Eyes- Redness, discharge, swelling, squinting, and pawing all may be signs your pet has a foxtail lodged in its eye.

Nose- If you see discharge from the nose, or if your pet is sneezing frequently and intensely, there may be a foxtail lodged in a nasal passage.

Ge****ls- Foxtails can find their way into these areas, too. So if you notice your pet persistently licking at its ge****ls, foxtails could be the cause.
(Fries/SCVH)

At SCVH we have removed foxtails from paws, nasal cavities, oral cavities, ge****ls and ears! If any of your pets are exhibiting the above symptoms, give our office a call to schedule an appointment.