Hopkinton Animal Hospital

11/03/2026

💉Pet Diabetes Month: Signs, Screening & Monthly Wellness Checks!

November is Pet Diabetes Month — a key time to learn early warning signs, understand screening, and consider monthly wellness visits to catch diabetes early and keep pets healthy

Early Signs to Watch For:
Increased thirst and urination (larger litter clumps, empty water bowls)
Weight loss despite good appetite
Low energy, lethargy, or sleeping more
Recurrent skin, ear, or urinary infections
Cloudy eyes (possible cataracts in dogs)

If you notice these, schedule a diabetes screen promptly.

What a Diabetes Screen Includes:
Physical exam & history
Urinalysis (glucose, ketones, infection check)
Blood glucose ± fructosamine (reflects 2–3 weeks’ average glucose)

Monthly Screenings & Wellness Checks
Many vets recommend annual or semi‑annual screenings for at‑risk pets, but monthly wellness visits can be ideal for:

Monitoring blood sugar in known diabetics
Checking weight, diet, and medication adherence
Early detection of other health issues
Adjusting care plans as needed

Some clinics bundle diabetes screening with senior wellness panels for efficiency

11/02/2026

Two temporary payment changes as we prepare for our new software launch on November 16!

For the next two weeks:

💳 We’re temporarily unable to accept checks for payment. We’ll let you know when we’re able to accept them again.

💊 Prescriptions called in for pickup will need to be paid for over the phone when requested. This helps us keep our records complete and finalize transactions before our data moves to the new system.

These temporary changes are just for the two weeks leading up to launch. Thank you for your patience and support as we get ready! ❤️

10/31/2026

🎉 4 Years of Healing Hearts & Paws 🎉

Today we’re celebrating Dr. Richard and her incredible journey with our hospital over the past 4 years! 🐾

From soothing anxious pets to providing expert care in the toughest moments, Dr. Richard has been a steady source of compassion and skill.

Your knowledge has saved countless lives, and your love for animals inspires us all. 💖

Thank you for every tail wag, happy purr, and smile you’ve brought to our community. Here’s to many more years of making a difference together!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from us all here at Hopkinton Animal Hospital!🎃🐾

10/31/2026

We’re excited to announce the winners of our 2026 Pumpkin Decorating Contest! 🎃🐾
A huge congratulations to Kelsey, Michelle & Emily for their incredibly creative pumpkin design — our whole team loved the detail, imagination, and festive spirit.
Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their amazing creations. We’re lucky to have such a fun, talented, and supportive community. Stay tuned for more seasonal activities and have a safe and happy Halloween! 👻🧡

10/29/2026

🐰Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus Type 2 (RHDV2) is a highly contagious and lethal calicivirus affecting both wild and domestic rabbits

It spreads through direct contact, contaminated surfaces, food, clothing, and shoes.

Symptoms, when present, may include fever, lethargy, respiratory distress, bleeding, or jaundice

RHDV2 does not infect people or other animals, but humans can carry the virus into the home on shoes or clothing

💉Why Vaccination Is Essential
Veterinary and rescue organizations strongly recommend vaccinating all rabbits, including indoor-only pets

10/27/2026

Halloween is full of excitement and temptations. Treat all human candy as unsafe for dogs, and keep bowls, bags, and trick‑or‑treat stashes well out of reach. Quick action and caution can prevent a holiday emergency.

🍫Chocolate — Contains theobromine and caffeine, both toxic to dogs; can cause vomiting, diarrhea, agitation, elevated heart rate, seizures, or worse

🍬Xylitol — Found in sugar‑free candy and gum; causes a rapid, dangerous drop in blood sugar and can lead to seizures, coma, liver failure, or worse

🍇Raisins & Grapes — Even small amounts can trigger kidney failure in dogs

🍭Candy Wrappers & Sticks — Foil, plastic, and lollipop sticks can cause choking or intestinal blockages

⚠️ Signs of Candy Toxicity
If your dog gets into Halloween candy, watch for:
Vomiting or diarrhea, Lethargy, shaking, agitation, Rapid heart rate or panting,
Weakness, seizures, or collapse.

📞 What to Do If Your Dog Eats Halloween Candy
Call your veterinarian or a pet poison hotline immediately — quick action can be lifesaving
ASPCA Poison Control: 888-426-4435
Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661 (fee applies)
Do not induce vomiting unless a veterinarian specifically instructs you to do so
Monitor your dog closely and head to an emergency clinic if symptoms worsen.

10/26/2026

⚠️ Important medication recall: Wedgewood Pharmacy
Wedgewood Pharmacy has recalled certain compounded veterinary medications and is contacting affected clients directly.
If you received a recall notice for your pet’s medication, please call us promptly so we can help you make a safe treatment plan.
Interrupting some medications can carry risks, so we want to help coordinate an appropriate alternative and support your pet’s stability during this change.
Follow your recall notice’s instructions, including stopping use of the affected product, and contact us immediately for guidance about the next dose. If we are closed and a dose is due before we reopen, contact an emergency veterinarian for advice.
Please have your recall notice and medication label available when you call.
📞 Weare Animal Hospital: (603) 325-4070
📞 Hopkinton Animal Hospital: (603) 487-6447
Recall details and affected-product lookup:
https://www.wedgewood.com/recall-lookup/
We know medication changes can be stressful. We’re here to help you and your pet through this. ❤️

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10/23/2026

Help us wish a very Happy Birthday to Dr. Traina! 🎉
Dr. Traina brings so much heart to our clinic. Especially for our exotic pet families. From birds to axolotls, she cares for them all with expertise and enthusiasm.
We’re so lucky to have her—happy birthday, Dr. Traina!

10/22/2026

Show Off Your Pet’s Spook-tacular Style! 🐾🎃

Halloween is almost here, and we can’t wait to see your furry, scaly or feathered friends dressed in their festive best! 👻✨

📸 Send us a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume — whether they’re a tiny pumpkin, a superhero, or a spooky ghost, we want to see it!

💌 Submit your pictures by October 28th and we’ll feature some of our favorites on our page.

Let’s make this Halloween paws-itively adorable!