Bulger Veterinary Hospital

07/02/2025

🎆☀️ When Fireworks & Heat Collide: Top Summer Emergencies for Pets ☀️🎆

Summer in Massachusetts means hot temps and holiday celebrations, but it can also bring serious risks for our furry friends. From heatstroke to firework anxiety, our latest blog from the emergency team at Bulger Veterinary Hospital covers the top seasonal emergencies pet owners need to know (and how to prevent them). 🐶🐱

📍 Bulger Veterinary Hospital – Lawrence, MA
📞 Reach out anytime: (978) 682-9905

When Fireworks & Heat Collide: Top Summer Emergencies for Pets

06/25/2025

🌡️ Heat Stroke in Pets: Know the Signs. Act Fast. 🐶🐱

As summer heats up in Massachusetts, it’s important to remember that our pets can overheat much faster than we do. Heat stroke is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition, but with awareness and quick action, it can often be prevented.

☀️ Prevention Tips:
• Never leave your pet in a parked car, even for a minute.
• Avoid midday walks, opt for early mornings or late evenings.
• Make sure pets always have access to fresh water and shade.
• Watch out for hot pavement; it can burn paws and raise body temps quickly.

⚠️ Signs of Heat Stroke in Pets:
• Excessive panting or drooling
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Weakness, stumbling, or collapse
• Bright red or pale gums
• Glazed eyes or confusion

🚨 What to Do If You Suspect Heat Stroke:

Call your veterinarian or visit our emergency department immediately.

Move your pet to a cool, shaded area.

Use cool (not cold) water to gently lower their body temperature; wet towels, fans, or a cool bath can help.

Offer water, but don’t force drinking.

At Bulger Veterinary Hospital, in Lawrence, our emergency team is here 24/7 if your pet needs urgent care. Don’t wait; heat stroke progresses quickly but can be treated when caught early.

📍 Located in Lawrence, MA
📞 (978) 682-9905
🌐 bulgervet.com

Let’s keep our pets safe and cool this summer! 💙

06/19/2025

Planning a weekend getaway with your furry companion? 🏖️🐾
Here’s your quick travel safety checklist:
✅ Pack their medications and ID tags
✅ Bring a leash and collapsible water bowl
✅ Don’t forget updated vaccine records
✅ Know where the closest emergency vet is (that’s us!)
Safe travels and sunny adventures from all of us at Bulger!

06/17/2025

☀️ Too Hot to Trot?
As temperatures rise, make sure your pet stays cool and safe this summer.
🔥 Avoid walks during peak heat hours
💧 Keep fresh water available at all times
🚗 Never leave your pet in a parked car
If your pet shows signs of overheating—excessive panting, drooling, or weakness—call your veterinarian or visit our ER team immediately.
We’re here 24/7 for urgent care needs.

06/13/2025

Heading into the weekend? Bring your pet by Bulger and grab a FREE rainbow bandana! 🐾
📸 Snap a Pride-themed photo and enter our contest by tagging us and using
We’ll feature our favorite photos and choose a winner at the end of the month!
Celebrate Pride with color, joy, and the pets that make our lives brighter. 🌈

06/12/2025

At Bulger, we believe in creating a space where everyone feels safe, supported, and welcome—people and pets alike. 🏳️‍🌈
Pride is about celebrating identity and standing with our LGBTQ+ community with love and respect.
Join us in celebrating by:
🧣 Picking up a free Pride pet bandana
📸 Entering our photo contest with
Because every pet—and every person—deserves to be seen and loved. ❤️

06/11/2025

Still need your Pride bandana? Stop by our lobby—we’ve got a stack of rainbow style waiting for your pets! 🌈🐶🐱
Don’t forget to enter our Pride Pet Photo Contest before June 30:
📸 Snap a photo
📲 Tag us + use
Let’s fill our feed with color, community, and celebration this Pride Month!

06/10/2025

🎉 Show your pet’s Pride and enter our Pride Pet Photo Contest!
It’s as easy as 1-2-3:
🧣 Pick up a free rainbow bandana from Bulger
📸 Snap a photo of your pet rocking their look
📲 Tag us and use
We’re here for the love, the celebration—and the adorable photos! 🌈🐾

06/10/2025

On today, World Pet Memorial Day, we'd like to send a note to those who have said goodbye to a beloved pet, our hearts are with you.

The loss of a pet is a deeply personal grief. They were not "just animals." They were family. Companions. Silent supporters. A source of unconditional love and comfort through every season of life.

You’re not alone in your grief, support is here, and you don’t have to face this loss without someone by your side.
Here are some tips that could help manage your grief:

06/09/2025

Pride Week kicks off today at Bulger Veterinary Hospital! 🏳️‍🌈
We’re celebrating love, inclusion, and the joy pets bring to every kind of family. Stop by our lobby this week to pick up a FREE rainbow pet bandana—no appointment needed! 🐾
📸 Then, enter our Pride Pet Photo Contest:
1️⃣ Snap a photo of your pet in their bandana
2️⃣ Tag us and use
3️⃣ We’ll feature our favorites and select a winner on June 30!
Let’s make this Pride Month colorful, joyful, and filled with wagging tails. 🌈

05/30/2025

Planning a water adventure with your furry friend? 🌊🐶 Remember, not all four-legged pals are born swimmers. Beware of potential dangers including saltwater, blue-green algae and powerful currents. If your pet begins to show symptoms such as vomiting, weakness, or breathing issues post-swim, get in touch urgently. Our emergency services are available round the clock! 🚑

05/23/2025

Memorial Day means BBQs—but greasy foods, bones, and corn cobs can cause pancreatitis or blockages in pets. 🚑 If your pet sneaks a snack and starts vomiting, acting lethargic, or straining to go to the bathroom, call us immediately! We’re open 24/7! 🏥