Animal Hospital Of Kentwood

08/26/2026

Mila was recently spayed. She did great during surgery but then started to lick her incision afterwards. And when you try to lick, you get the cone of shame! Most dogs do well with the cone, even if they are not happy with it (like Mila). Keeping pets calm and quiet after surgery is always best for their recovery. Preventing trauma like licking to incision sites allows them to heal properly and quickly.

08/24/2026

A food recall has been issued for certain canned dog foods made by Fromm brand due to metal contamination. If you feed this to your dog, please check the link and see if any of your cans are part of the recall!

August 21, 2026, FROMM FAMILY FOODS of MEQUON, Wisconsin is recalling 3,852 cases of Fromm Turkey Pâté Wet canned dog food and 1,973 cases of Fromm Diner Classics Milo's Meatloaf Pâté Wet canned dog food due to potential metal contamination.

07/30/2026

We recently had two adorable cats visit us after their owners woke up to find a dead bat on their bed!!

While the cats appeared to be doing well, their owners did exactly the right thing—they brought both cats in right away to be examined and receive their rabies boosters since they were already current on their vaccinations.

This is a great reminder that even strictly indoor cats should stay up to date on their rabies vaccine. If these kitties hadn't been up to date on their rabies vaccines, the outcome could have been much worse than just getting a booster.

Bats can and do find their way into homes, creating an unexpected risk for both pets and people. Because bats are one of the most common wildlife carriers of rabies, any potential exposure should always be taken seriously. This includes pets AND people - if a bat is found in room with a person who has been sleeping for instance, it should always be considered an exposure.

Staying current on rabies vaccinations makes situations like this much easier to manage and helps protect your pets, your family, and your veterinary team.

07/20/2026

Have you heard about the gross parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis? Good news is that your animal companions cannot get sick from it, and they cannot spread this parasite. Cyclospora cayetanensis only affects humans. All dogs, cats, rabbits, small mammals, reptiles, birds etc are safe and can eat all the lettuce they want without worry! Princess Pru wanted to make sure you knew this fun fact!

07/01/2026

It is hot out there! Try to walk your pets in the early morning or later at night if going outside. Make sure water is available at all times. If it's too hot for you it's too hot for them!

06/29/2026

Fireworks can legally start tonight. Are you prepared? Make sure your pet's tags and microchip info are up to date. If your pet needs sedative medication, please double check that you have it and are able to give at the correct times. If you need more, please call us! We want you and your pets to have a happy and safe Independence Day celebration!

06/18/2026

Dr. Smith got to meet some new friends this week. Who can guess what breeds they are?

06/16/2026

Princess Prudence is checking in to remind all of our senior pet owners that yearly bloodwork is something we highly recommend. Early detection is key to good intervention and care. Pru turned 10 years old this year and is in denial about being a "senior" pet, but she still agrees that the bloodwork is a good idea!

06/05/2026

Look at how Mila has grown! From 13.2lbs at 8wks to 38.2lbs at 17wks.

Puppy nutrition is very important to ensure your puppy is growing properly. The proper puppy food is just as important as the correct amount of food. Make sure to check with your vet on the correct amount of food that you should be feeding your puppy for healthy growth. Mila eats large breed puppy food.

05/29/2026

Make sure your pets are up to date on their Rabies vaccine! The Rabies virus circulates in bat and skunk populations in Michigan. The Rabies vaccine is safe and highly effective, and it is the best way to keep your pets and family protected. It is also required by law for all dogs and ferrets in Michigan, and highly recommended for all cats, including indoor cats.

The Kent County Health Department says a bat has tested positive for rabies. It is the first animal to test positive for the virus this year in the county.