Copper Country Veterinary Clinic

08/14/2026

🦎 Happy World Lizard Day! 🦎

Wait, a vet clinic celebrating lizards? Before you pack up your iguanas, let’s clear the air:

We do not treat exotic pets like reptiles at CCVC! 🛑

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But we still think they are pretty neat. In fact, we couldn't help but wonder... what if our usual dog and cat patients tried to act like lizards today?

🤔 The Ultimate Comparison:
The Sunbather: Lizards do it for survival. Your cat does it to optimize luxury. Both will glare at you if you block the window.

The Tail Drop: A lizard drops its tail to escape a predator. Your dog drops its tail between its legs because you opened the closet where the vacuum cleaner lives.

The Side-Eye: Lizards have a 360-degree view of the world. Your dog has a 360-degree radar for the exact crinkle sound of a cheese wrapper.

The Shed: Lizards shed their skin cleanly once in a while. Your golden retriever sheds enough fur daily to build a completely new animal.

So while we won’t be checking any scales today, we are always here to keep your furry, four-legged, non-reptilian family members happy and healthy! 🐶🐱

Drop a picture of your pet giving their best "lizard stare" in the comments below! 👇

08/14/2026

😂😂 Have a fun and safe Friday evening, friends! TGIF!

08/14/2026

Happy Friday, friends! We may have some really hot weather coming at the end of the week and into next, if the weather pattern holds. Here are some great tips to help keep your pets safe.

☀️ Beat the Heat: Quick Summer Safety Tips for Your Pets! ☀️

With the August sun beaming down, keeping our furry family members safe and cool is our top priority! Dogs and cats can’t sweat like we do, making them much more vulnerable to heatstroke.

Here are three quick ways to protect your pets on hot days:

*Test the pavement: Press your bare hand to the asphalt for 7 seconds. If it is too hot for your hand, it is too hot for your pet's paws! 🐾

*Watch the clock: Limit outdoor exercise to the cooler early morning or late evening hours. ⏰

*Fresh water everywhere: Keep multiple water bowls filled around the house and yard. Drop in a few ice cubes for a fun, chilly treat! 🧊

*Know the warning signs: Excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, or dark red gums mean your pet needs shade and water immediately. If you ever feel worried about how your pet is handling the summer heat, give our clinic a call right away. We are always here to help!

Our temps today look to be nearly perfect for man and beast. 😂 And it's Friday! What could be better! Have a great day! ❤🐕

08/13/2026

On a more serious note:

The skies are busy this week as we experience a rare overlap of astronomical events, including the current solar eclipse and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower.

While these cosmic displays are spectacular for us, they can sometimes cause subtle changes in your pets' environments.

Solar Eclipse: Sudden daytime darkness can briefly confuse birds and outdoor animals.

Perseid Meteors: Increased night sky activity rarely affects pets, but altered human routines might.

Pet Reactions: Most companion animals remain completely unaffected by these events. ❤❤

08/12/2026

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08/12/2026

🌳 LET THEM SNIFF! 🐕🧭

Ever feel like your dog's daily walk is less of a workout and more of a... standstill? Don't pull that leash just yet! Allowing your pup to stop and sniff isn't a waste of time. It is actually vital for their mental health!

Here is why you should let them follow their nose:

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🐕 Mental Workout: Sniffing is incredibly stimulating. Just 20 minutes of sniffing can tire a dog out mentally as much as a 1-hour physical run!📉

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Stress Relief: Sniffing naturally lowers a dog’s heart rate and reduces cortisol (stress) levels. It literally helps them chill out.📰

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"Doggy Internet": A quick sniff tells your dog who visited the park, what they ate, and how they were feeling. It's how they check the local neighborhood news!

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Next time you go out, try a "Decompression Walk." Let your dog take the lead, set the pace, and sniff to their heart's content. They will come home much happier and calmer! 😴🐾👇

We would love to see a picture of your sniffer from your walk this evening! ❤🐕❤

08/12/2026

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08/12/2026

This is not veterinary related, but if anyone wants to see the total solar eclipse, NASA has a live channel going to show it. 😍

Come watch the eclipse with NASA.On Wednesday, Aug. 12, a total s...

08/12/2026

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