Pine Creek Veterinary Associates

11/12/2026

🐾 Behind the Scenes: Emergency Splenectomy

Sometimes, the first signs of a serious medical problem are easy to overlook.

For one 10-year-old Golden Retriever, the warning signs were a loss of appetite and difficulty getting up. His owner knew something wasn't right, and those concerning changes led to veterinary care and an emergency splenectomy–a surgery to remove the spleen.

The spleen is a highly vascular organ, meaning it contains many blood vessels. During this procedure, our surgical team used a specialized instrument called LigaSure to seal blood vessels and help control bleeding as the spleen was removed.

These behind-the-scenes photos offer a glimpse through our surgical suite windows as our team performed this important procedure.

💚 The takeaway for pet owners? You know your pet best. When they’re not acting like themselves, it’s a good idea to have them checked.

Changes in appetite, energy, mobility, or behavior can sometimes be minor, but they can also signal a serious medical condition that needs prompt attention.

Early recognition and timely veterinary care can make an important difference.

At Pine Creek Veterinary Associates, we're proud to have a team equipped to provide advanced surgical care when our patients need it most.

You know your pet best. If something doesn't seem right, don't wait to give us a call at 570-769-6088.

11/11/2026

11/11/2026

HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS & SPECIAL ORDERS

On Wednesday, November 25th our office will be CLOSING at 6:30 pm and will REOPEN on Friday, November 27th with normal business hours.

If you need to SPECIAL ORDER any PRESCRIPTION FOOD, please make sure to contact our office by 2:00 pm Monday, November 16th to ensure delivery before the holiday.

If you need to SPECIAL ORDER any MEDICATIONS, please make sure to contact our office by 2:00 pm Monday, November 23rd to ensure delivery before the holiday.

11/10/2026

🐾 Did You Know? We're Here for Your Pet's Urgent Care Needs 🚨

When it comes to our pets, things can change in an instant. One minute they're their usual happy selves, and the next, something just isn't right.

An unexpected illness. An injury. A sudden change in behavior or health.

We know how worrying these moments can be, especially when your pet needs medical attention and can't wait.

💚 At Pine Creek Veterinary Associates, we're here for your pet's urgent care needs.

Our experienced veterinary team is ready to help assess your pet's condition, provide timely medical attention, and guide you through the next steps in their care.

Because when something unexpected happens, knowing where to turn makes all the difference.

📞 If your pet needs urgent care, call Pine Creek Vet at 570-769-6088 so our team can help determine the best next steps.

11/10/2026

It's that time AGAIN to Donate and Save!!
Lets Fill the Box!

Bring in a NEW, UNWRAPPED toy and receive a $10 credit on your account! Accepting donations NOW through December 10th.

11/06/2026

🐾First Visit Friday!🐾
We had the pleasure of welcoming several new faces to Pine Creek Veterinary this week.
Please welcome: Chloe, Chopper, Cinder, Remi and Wallace .
We’re so glad to meet you and celebrate your first visits. Help us give them a warm welcome to the Pine Creek Family. Show your favorite photo some love!

11/05/2026

📢 PLEASE BE ADVISED 📢

Our office will be CLOSING EARLY at 5:30 pm today Thursday, November 5th AND Friday, November 6th.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

If you have a medical emergency, please call our office at 570-769-6088 and you will be directed to the emergency center.

11/04/2026

🐾 Lunch & Learn: Making Pet Care More Convenient!

💊 Did you know that Pine Creek Vets offers a convenient online pharmacy?

Our team recently gathered for a Lunch & Learn focused on Pine Creek Vet's online pharmacy and how we can make managing your pet's prescriptions easier!

Our online pharmacy connects directly to our veterinary software, so our team can help manage prescriptions, approve refills, and ship medications and other pet health products right to your front door. 🚚📫

Even better, products come from reliable manufacturers and are backed by our office's guarantee, giving you added peace of mind when ordering for your pet.

During our Lunch & Learn, staff received a refresher on the platform's features, including how we can email clients a direct link to the exact medication their pet needs, which makes the ordering process even simpler. ✔🙌

❓🤔 Interested in getting started with the online pharmacy but not sure where to start? We're happy to walk you through setting up your account and payment information!

For us, continuing education isn't just about medical care. We make it a priority to make your experience with Pine Creek Vet better, easier, and more convenient.

Have questions about our online pharmacy? Just ask our team! 💚

11/03/2026

🔍 Service Spotlight: Ultrasound at Pine Creek Vet

Sometimes finding the right answer means taking a closer look.

Ultrasound is a non-invasive, pain-free diagnostic tool that creates real-time images from inside a pet’s body. It can help our doctors evaluate organs such as the liver, gallbladder, spleen, and kidneys; assess the heart; monitor pregnancy; and investigate certain diseases or abnormalities.

In this video, Dr. Dubbs, Dr. Zerwig, and members of our veterinary technician team work together to perform an ultrasound and gather valuable information about a patient’s health.

Having this technology available at Pine Creek helps our team make informed decisions about diagnosis, treatment, and next steps, all while keeping your pet’s comfort at the center of their care.

To schedule a consultation or learn more about our ultrasound services, call 570-769-6088.