Pikes Peak Veterinary Clinic

12/01/2025

Pikes Peak Vet is proud to be an independently- and woman-owned business. Thank you for all YOU do for US! 💖😻💖

11/29/2025

**SELFIE SATURDAY** I'm Captain, and the captain of our little household. My favorite activity is fighting with the cat, and the weirdest thing I do is crawl inside your skin for cuddles. I'm naughty and nice, all at once! Isn't that always the case?

11/27/2025

HAPPY THANKSGIVING...it's truly a tongue-out Thursday! Miklo and Sunny are ready for whatever comes their ways. What are you drooling for today? We hope that you all have somewhere warm and nourishing to be during this holiday season and that you and your pets are happy and healthy!

11/25/2025

**Spaying your rat early can save her life** Did you know that up to 90% of older female rats develop mammary tumors — and that spaying before 5–7 months of age can reduce that risk by up to 95%? At PPVC, we see firsthand how early spaying and quick action make all the difference.

If your rat wasn’t spayed when young and you notice a lump, no matter how small, don’t wait. Early surgery means an easier recovery and a healthier, happier pet. Read more on our blog at the link below!

If you are concerned, schedule a visit by calling or texting 719-475-1747.

Pikes Peak Veterinary Clinic has served Colorado Springs for nearly 50 years with vet services for cats, dogs, small mammals, reptiles, and amphibians.

11/24/2025

**Spaying your rat early can save her life** Did you know that up to 90% of older female rats develop mammary tumors — and that spaying before 5–7 months of age can reduce that risk by up to 95%? At PPVC, we see firsthand how early spaying and quick action make all the difference.

If your rat wasn’t spayed when young and you notice a lump, no matter how small, don’t wait. Early surgery means an easier recovery and a healthier, happier pet. Read more on our blog at the Linktr.ee link in our bio!

If you are concerned, schedule a visit by calling or texting 719-475-1747.

11/24/2025

**LASER THERAPY** This minimally-invasive procedure is actually quite calming and relaxing, and provides amazing relief from pain of all kinds for all types of pets. If your pet has an injury of any kind, or maybe is developing a little arthritis, it's entirely possible they can be helped with laser therapy. Check with us at Pikes Peak Vet if you are concerned: 719-475-1747.

11/22/2025

**SELFIE SATURDAY** It's another beautiful day. Christopher has been waiting for the snow to fall, since that's his favorite thing in the world. How do YOU feel about snow? ❄⛷🏂⛄

11/21/2025

**THANKSGIVING WEEK SCHEDULE** Hey All! Seamus is looking foward to a little fun time with family and friends, and so are we. Remember to anticipate any of your pets' needs as we will close by 3pm on Wednesday, November 26 and be closed all day on Thursday, November 27. We will be open Friday, November 28, but closed on Saturday and Sunday, November 29 and 30.

Also, remember to keep your pets away from high-fat treats, chocolate, grapes, alcohol, and any fruit with pits (among other things). The ERs will be open, but we hope you don't need to go there! Now, go have a great holiday! 🍐🥰🐾

11/19/2025

November is National Diabetes Month. If your pet has been diagnosed, click the link for a ton of education, and FREE product from Merck to help you and your pet navigate the future. Diabetes should not get you down!

With awareness and daily care, pets with diabetes can live healthy and happy lives. This month we’re highlighting your amazing pets and all those who care for them:

11/18/2025

DOG ALLERGIES, THE LATEST: Is your dog constantly itching, licking, or battling ear infections? You’re not alone — allergies in pets are on the rise.

A new veterinary review shows that modern life — from indoor pollution and processed diets to shared stress — plays a huge role in skin health. The good news? Many of these factors are modifiable:
**More outdoor time
**Balanced nutrition
**Fewer harsh chemicals
**Less stress
Learn how small changes at home can help protect your dog’s skin and reduce allergy flare-ups at the link below.

If your dog struggles with itchy skin, paw licking, or recurring ear infections, you’re not alone. In recent years, veterinarians have seen a sharp increase in canine […]

11/15/2025

**SELFIE CATURDAY** Hi! Minerva here...getting ready to walk right up and say hi! My favorite activity is toasting in the sunlight, and the weirdest thing I do is fetch toys for my humans...but is it really that weird? 🐈😄🎈

11/14/2025

🐇🐹✨ Storm has a question: Did you know that unspayed female rabbits have up to an 80% chance of developing uterine cancer by age four 😮and female guinea pigs often develop ovarian cysts or uterine infections as they age? We don't want that!

Spaying your rabbit or guinea pig is as much about preventing life-threatening diseases and improving behavior as it is about population control.

✅ Spaying prevents uterine and ovarian cancers.
✅ Early surgery means faster healing and a calmer pet.

💕 Give your rabbit or guinea pig the healthiest, happiest life possible.
📞 Call or text us today, 719-475-1747, to learn more or schedule your pet’s spay or neuter!
🌐 www.pikespeakvet.com