Thorpe Animal Hospital

08/01/2025

The start of the school year is an exciting time for many families, but it can also pose unexpected dangers to pets. Learn about the most hazardous items lurking in backpacks. https://pbxx.it/hbPKjK

07/30/2025

Attention all cat owners, the provided link is important information to know! Dog panting can be happy, excitement, anxiety, or overheating, but did you know cats pant, too? Although canines and felines exhibit the same behavior, it can be for different reasons. https://pbxx.it/fB5Eua

07/29/2025

Just a friendly reminder to give your fur baby their monthly prevention. We know summer gets crazy! ⚾️🏖⛺️✈️📅🚴‍♀️🌻☀️🐕🐈🐾

It’s important to know the basics of intestinal worms, like how dogs get worms, symptoms of worms in dogs, and prevention methods for your dog's well-being.

07/24/2025

Hydration Isn’t Optional in July 💧

Heat exhaustion is real. Watch for signs of dehydration:
❗ Dry nose or gums
❗ Lethargy
❗ Sunken eyes

Keep water bowls indoors and out, and pack a collapsible bowl for adventures.

07/17/2025

🔥 Keep your pets safe in case of fire! A little planning—like keeping carriers near exits and using pet alert decals—can make a big difference.

07/04/2025

Let's celebrate the red, white, and woof alongside our furry friends. Wishing you a day filled with joy, safety, and lots of tail wags!

07/01/2025

If you've recently brought home a new dog or cat, you might be curious about whether to have your new friend spayed or neutered. https://pbxx.it/L99gHH

06/30/2025

We will be closed the 4th of July. Please be sure to call in prescription refills and food ahead of time. We will be back on the 5th. Stay safe and stay cool!

06/27/2025

This is a great article on managing tick bites with excellent links for more information on ticks! The tick population is increasing drastically in our area. It is incredibly important to keep pets on preventative and to vaccinate dogs for Lyme disease as we are seeing two to three positive tick-borne illness antibody tests on a monthly basis. This includes Lyme disease, Ehrlichiosis, and Anaplasmosis. Unfortunately, there is no Lyme vaccine or guaranteed preventative for people at this time so we must follow recommendations when possible to avoid tick-borne diseases!

Steps to take after a tick bite including removing a tick and watching for signs and symptoms.

06/24/2025

Did you know? More pets go missing around the 4th of July than any other time of year. Frightened pets may try to run away, so it's best to keep them indoors during festivities. Please be sure to let us know if you need prescription refills, food, or anxiety medications for your pets throughout the firework season and before the holiday weekend! If you think your pet could benefit from noise anxiety support, including thunderstorms, give us a call soon!