East Bridgewater Veterinary Hospital

06/28/2024

06/23/2024

As of August 1, changes are coming to CDC's regulations for all dogs entering and re-entering the United States.

A new American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) resource breaks down the most common questions so you aren't caught off-guard. Check it out here:
www.avma.org/blog/avma-resource-helps-decode-new-dog-importation-rules

05/27/2024

Wishing everyone a happy and safe Memorial Day.

03/20/2024

3/20/24 6:40pm Update: our phones are back up and running! Thank you to Adams Communications for working hard to resolve our technical issues. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Please note that as of 3/20/24 at 4:20pm we are experiencing phone outages. We are working hard to correct this issue. Please email, text or come in to the office. Sorry for any inconvenience.

03/17/2024

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

02/12/2024

Due to the forecasted dangerous NorEaster Tuesday 2/13/24 our office will be closed. We are sorry for any inconvenience and wish everyone stays safe in the storm. We will be open Wednesday at 8am to assist with your furry family members needs.

12/12/2023

We are experiencing occasional outages from Comcast Internet and phone this afternoon. We apologize for any inconvenience and Comcast is working to get us back on track ASAP.

11/30/2023

Here is some recent information regarding the potential cause for the more recent upper respiratory infection. Please know that while this has had a lot of press, it is not common. Please contact our knowledgeable staff with any questions or concerns.

https://www.unh.edu/unhtoday/2023/11/unh-researchers-provide-major-clue-mysterious-dog-illness-case?fbclid=IwAR3Hlj4cedeSP0-5KGeQbtaGcodjbULoyAcwrSgGHp46CckU3IMwEfr49fs_aem_AQwdrWSdXEr5-DXhVjj2H25_eSmDMW1ZXBCFwuVYACCKCU4H8UpWB-6bdiMCLKh3fOQ

Researchers at UNH’s New Hampshire Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (NHVDL) and Hubbard Center for Genome Studies (HCGS) may have made significant progress in better understanding a respiratory syndrome that has affected hundreds of dogs throughout the country and has thus far confounded veterinar...

11/10/2023

Please be aware of a recent pet food recall for several local brands including Victor brand dog food. This link has further information.

FDA, CDC, and state partners are investigating an outbreak of Salmonella Kiambu that is potentially associated with pet food made by Mid America Pet Food.

10/15/2023

Thank you to our amazing staff for all you do! We appreciate all your hard work, your expertise, your professionalism, and sooooo much more!

10/08/2023

This is an important reminder about the dangers of Xylitol. It is also marketed as Birch sugar, Birch bark extract, or wood sugar. The use of Xylitol is expanding as it is in some ice creams, peanut butter, marshmallow, and over the counter medications such as anti-histamines. Please make sure to read labels and contact our knowledgeable staff with any questions or concerns.

Here's an opportunity to learn about Xylitol, where Xylitol is found, why Xylitol is dangerous to dogs, and what to do if your dog eats Xylitol.

10/05/2023

**Please share!!**
Calling all Cairn Terriers!! We are looking for a few more Cairn Terriers to reach our first enrollment threshold!

We are currently recruiting for a study on the genetic basis of ocular melanosis in Cairn Terriers.
Our criteria includes:
• Purebred Cairn Terriers of any age diagnosed with ocular melanosis
• Purebred Cairn Terriers 12 years or older with no diagnosis of ocular melanosis

If you or someone you know has a Cairn Terrier in the US that fits the above criteria, we can work with you to enroll them in our study! We can recruit both local and non-local dogs at this time, so coming to UW Madison is not necessary. If non-local, we can confirm disease status from owner- or veterinarian- submitted photographs.

Thank you to all who are considering! We are grateful for your support.

Please contact us by email at [email protected] if you are interested in participating. We look forward to hearing from you!

09/11/2023

Never forget….

07/09/2023

🐻🐻🐻Please be Advised 🐻🐻🐻

We did not get a new comfort bear to join the police department but a black bear has made its way into East Bridgewater and has been seen in the Spring Street area closer to Route 18. We are asking that people please let the bear be. Do not go looking for it, approach it, etc. If you see the bear, do not share it’s exact location publicly per Mass. Wildlife, just let the bear roam.

We strongly suggest people bring in any Bird feeders and utilize etectric fencing for any livestock and fowl.

Be very vigilant if you are outside working in your yard and especially when letting pets out. If you have an interaction, please take the advice of the state: "Black bears are usually wary of people. Normal trail noise will alert bears to your presence and they will often disappear before you see them. If you see a bear, it may not immediately recognize you as a human and may be curious until it scents you. Make the animal aware of your presence by clapping, talking, or making other sounds while slowly backing away. Do not approach bears or intrude between a female bear and her cubs. Keep dogs leashed and stay a respectful distance away."

Thank you for your cooperation. Please call the station with any questions 508-378-7223 press 0.

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03/11/2023

An update on diet associated heart disease in dogs. Please contact our knowledgeable staff with any questions regarding your pet’s diet.

https://vetnutrition.tufts.edu/2023/02/diet-associated-dilated-cardiomyopathy-the-cause-is-not-yet-known-but-it-hasnt-gone-away/?fbclid=IwAR3Q1MWF7TeI7WC4Vk9QyVebPhPR864PoydSVCgjKo47UFNl2DzSfVNQ62o

A new FDA update provides more information on diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). While the specific cause is not yet known, the problem hasn’t gone away

02/10/2023

RECALL ALERT - Nestlé Purina PetCare Company is voluntarily recalling select lots of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental (PPVD EL) prescription dry dog food due to potentially elevated levels of vitamin D.

The affected dry dog food was distributed throughout the United States by prescription only through veterinary clinics, Purina Vet Direct, Purina for Professionals, and other select retailers with the ability to validate a prescription. Here's more on the affected lots. http://bit.ly/3ROh7nO

01/18/2023

Please note that our e-mail server is down today 1/18/23. If you have tried e-mailing our office, we unfortunately did NOT get your e-mail. We can not update our website with this information either. If you have any questions, please call or text our office 508-378-2700. You can now text us directly. We hope to have the e-mail problem corrected ASAP. Sorry for any inconvenience.

01/02/2023

Happy New Year!

12/21/2022

Happy Holidays from our team. We wish you and your furry family members a happy and safe holiday season!

Even Santa knows the importance of proper veterinary care!

Here's more about AVMA President Dr. Lori Teller's trip to the North Pole earlier this month to ensure that Santa’s team of nine were up-to-date on their vaccinations, travel forms and were healthy enough to make their annual trek around the globe. https://bit.ly/3UNRQKA

07/03/2022

Have a safe and happy 4th of July! Please note that our office is closed on Monday, July 4th. We will be open Tuesday, July 5th at 8am. Happy Independence Day!

06/25/2022

If your pet is terrified during fireworks call your primary care veterinarian this week to ask about a prescription for a mild sedative. Thundershirts can also be very effective in reducing anxiety. Be prepared so they don't get scared.

05/19/2022

A great reminder as the weather is forecasted to be hot this weekend…

This weekend is going to be hot so a friendly reminder to all!

04/17/2022

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday weekend!

04/16/2022

We are sharing our favorite lily infographic as a nice review on which lilies should NOT be allowed in a home with our feline friends!