Animal ER of the Western Slope

06/06/2025

National Foster a Pet Month is observed every year in June. This month is observed around the country by people who foster animals in order to educate the public about what it takes to foster and how they can begin the process.

Fostering offers animals in need a temporary home to experience the love and care they need. Fostering may include providing medication and socialization opportunities to animals in addition to food and shelter. Foster homes play an important role in facilitating adoption by preparing pet animals for adoption in many different ways.

Fostering is a rewarding experience for people who are able to take in & nurture a hungry frightened animal into a well-groomed, healthy animal who can be adopted into a family that can care for the animal for the rest of its life.

The staff at Animal ER of the Western Slope are big supporters of fostering, as you can see from our pictures! Are you currently a foster home or have you been one in the past? Show us your foster babies!!

05/30/2025

We are experiencing phone issues tonight. If you are having an emergency with your pet, please come straight to the hospital. We are open & prepared to assist you.

05/23/2025

This weekend we honor those who lost their lives in service to our country. To all who have served & those who continue to serve…. We thank you.

Should your pets need care during the holiday weekend, the staff at Animal ER of the Western Slope will be there to care for them, 24 hours a day starting Friday at 6pm through Tuesday morning at 8am. We hope you all have a safe & enjoyable holiday weekend.

05/19/2025

We are so excited to share the news that our sweet Lexi got married this weekend! She is headed to make her life in Texas with her new husband & though we will miss her terribly, we wish them the very best of luck!

04/26/2025

World Veterinary Day, annually observed on the last Saturday of April, aims to celebrate the contributions of veterinarians to the health of animals, people, and the environment.

Here at Animal ER of the Western Slope we are incredibly blessed with Dr. Molinaro, Dr. McQuade & Dr. Hoang, along with multiple relief veterinarians who give up their nights, weekends & holidays to provide critical care & life saving procedures to the pets of the Grand Valley & surrounding areas.

Cheers to these amazing humans, their skills & their unending dedication to animal health & wellbeing!

04/25/2025

Rounding out our Veterinary Reception Week is Ris! Ris is the newest member of our CSR team, but she has jumped in with both feet first & quickly become invaluable to us! She has such a can do, get it done efficiently attitude & we are so thankful she joined the Animal ER !! Happy Veterinary Reception Week Ris!!

04/24/2025

Next up we have Adisyn! With her sugar sweet voice & genuine smile, she quickly puts both clients & pets at ease. You’ll generally catch her running from the front to the back, always trying to be in 5 places at once! Happy Veterinary Reception Week Adisyn!! We are so thankful for you!!

04/23/2025

Next up for Veterinary Reception Week is Amanda! Amanda’s facial expressions & quick wit always keep our staff laughing & keeps our spirits up on rough shifts. She has a no nonsense, get it done attitude that we are grateful for! Happy Veterinary Reception Week Amanda!

04/22/2025

First up on this Veterinary Reception Week is our main man behind the madness…Jeff!! As the leader of our CSR team, Jeff keeps us organized, always on time & keeps clients calm during emergencies. We could not do everything we do for pets without this guy manning the front reception desk! Happy Veterinary Reception Week Jeff!!!

04/21/2025

Veterinary Reception Week is celebrated the 3rd week of April & is a time for us to recognize those who are the faces of our hospital. They are the caring voices on the phone, the ones to first greet you during an emergency & the ones who calmly stay beside you when your pet is rushed to the back. We couldn’t do this job without them!

04/20/2025

Happy Easter from all of us at Animal ER of the Western Slope . Here are some tips to help keep your 4-legged friends safe this holiday!

1: SAY NO TO EASTER GRASS

Easter grass can make a basket really pretty but it’s irresistible for dogs and cats. They love to chew on it and if ingested it can be dangerous. Use tissue paper instead or if you do use Easter grass, keep those baskets out of reach of your pets.

2: KEEP CHOCOLATE AWAY FROM PETS

Chocolate contains theobromine and can cause hyperactivity, seizures, and an elevated heart rate in dogs. Keep the Easter stash hidden and away from your dog.

3: SUGAR SUBSTITUTE XYLITOL IS TOXIC TO PETS

Candy that has the sugar substitute xylitol, a sweetener, is toxic to dogs and cats. It’s often found in candy, gum, and some baked goods. If your pet ingests it, a drop in blood sugar can occur and cause problems such as seizures and liver failure. You may have to put your dog in another room while the kids celebrate Easter and dive into that basket of candy and chocolate.

4: EASTER LILIES ARE TOXIC TO CATS

Easter lilies are very pretty but cats have a tendency to chew on them. These flowers are toxic to cats and can cause vomiting and lethargy. Hopefully your cat doesn’t jump on every surface in the house and you’ll be able to find a nice spot for the flowers. But if not, it may be best to avoid having Easter lilies in the house to keep your cat safe.

5: TABLE SCRAPS CAN BE HARMFUL TO PETS

Table scraps from dinner can be bad for your pet. The ingredients, spices, and fat content can make your pet ill, upset their stomach, or cause other problems such as obesity and behavior problems. Remind your family and guests to not give any food to the dog. If your dog does beg, you may need to crate your dog during dinner or have him hang out in another room with a toy or Kong with some treats to distract him.

Raisins
Both raisins and grapes can cause kidney failure in pets. Offer your dog a baby carrot as a treat instead.

6: DON’T LOSE TRACK OF WHERE YOU HIDE EASTER EGGS

Real or fake eggs might be mistaken as a treat or toy by your dog. If your dog eats or chews on a fake plastic egg, it can cause intestinal problems. Real eggs that have been forgotten during an Easter egg hunt can spoil and if your dog finds them a few days later and eats them, expect an upset stomach. Keep track of the number of eggs you hide in your yard and where they are to gather up any undiscovered ones after the hunt is over.

As always, if you need us, we are here 24/7 through the holiday weekend.

03/28/2025

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