Lakewood Animal Hospital

08/25/2025

📢 Labor Day Closure Reminder 📢
Lakewood Animal Hospital will be closed on Monday, September 1st for Labor Day.

💊 Please be sure to get your pet’s prescription requests in early so they don’t run out of medication over the long weekend!

Thank you for planning ahead and keeping your furry family members happy and healthy. ❤️🐾

08/21/2025

🐶🐱 Two Pets. One Mealtime. Total Chaos. 🎭

If you’ve got both a dog and a cat…
You already know: feeding time = personality parade.

🐾 Dogs:
All heart. All hype.
Inhale first, taste second.
Every meal is: “OMG BEST. DAY. EVER.” 🥹💨

🐾 Cats:
Judgy. Strategic. Mysterious.
Sniffs bowl. Walks away. Returns 3 hours later.
Every bite says: “You may continue, peasant.” 😼👑

Two animals.
Two completely different mealtime moods.

👇 So tell us: who’s the drama queen in your house—your cat or your dog?

https://lakewoodanimalhospital.org/

08/19/2025

🐾 If You Have a Dog… You’re Never Alone. 🐶

Go to the kitchen? 🍽️
Bathroom? 🚽
Just stand up slightly? 🪑

👀 They’re right behind you.
Every. Single. Time.

Your dog = loyal best friend AND full-time shadow.
You're not solo anymore — you're part of a two-paw patrol.

💼 Unofficial title: CEO of Being Followed
Because love means never getting a moment to yourself. 💕

👇 Tell us: What’s the funniest place your dog has followed you to?

https://lakewoodanimalhospital.org/

08/14/2025

🐾 Paw-Licking? It Might Be Allergies! 🌿😣

If your pet is constantly licking, chewing, or scratching… It’s not just a cute habit.
Summer allergens like grass, pollen, and lawn treatments can irritate paws and skin. 🌼☀️

✨ Here’s what you can do:
🧼 Wipe paws after walks
🚫 Avoid freshly treated lawns
🛁 Bathe with vet-approved soothing shampoo
👀 Watch for redness, swelling, or nonstop licking

Still itchy? 🐶🐱
We can help — from medications to lifestyle tips, we've got you covered!
📞 Call us today and give your pet the comfort they deserve! 💙🩺

https://lakewoodanimalhospital.org/

08/13/2025

Kaisee spends his day keeping watch at the window for any critters that might pass by. 🐿️👀
How does your pet like to spend their day? We’d love to hear!

08/11/2025

🐱 The Tail Is the Tea ☕
No words needed — your cat’s tail says everything.

🎯 Twitch? Slightly annoyed.
💅 Flick? Drama loading…
🎭 Puffed up? You’re in a full-blown feline soap opera.

Cats speak fluent attitude — and that tail?
It’s the sassiest mood ring you’ll ever meet. 😼✨

👇 What’s the funniest “tail tale” you’ve seen your cat tell?
Let’s hear your best cat drama in the comments!

https://lakewoodanimalhospital.org/

08/07/2025

🐾 “If I fits, I sits.” – Cat Logic™ 😹

Laptop? Sat on.
Book? Claimed.
Fresh laundry? Now a throne. 👑🧺

If it matters to you, congratulations—your cat’s adopted it already. No remorse. Just ✨unshakable feline confidence✨.

Let’s be honest—you don’t own a cat. Your cat owns you. 😼

👇 Comment below: What’s the weirdest thing your cat has claimed as theirs? We’ll reshare our favorites!

https://lakewoodanimalhospital.org/

08/07/2025

UPDATE: FOUND!!

Aviva has gone missing near Old Brook Road in Spotsylvania, VA. Her family is very worried and hoping someone has seen her.

📍 Last Seen: Old Brook Road, Spotsylvania, VA
📞 If found or spotted, please contact her owner immediately at: 216-235-4417

Aviva is deeply missed – please keep an eye out and help spread the word by sharing this post. Every share helps bring her closer to home! 🐾💔

08/06/2025

Bear is still missing. Please share our post if you can and let us know if you have any leads!

🚨🚨 LOST DOG 🚨🚨
Bear went missing in Spotsylvania near the Fox Chase area. If you spot him or have any information, please either contact his owners at 540-273-1351 , or call Lakewood at 540-972-2203.

Thank you!

08/04/2025

🌞 Hot Weather = Sleepy Pets? 😴
Don’t worry—your furry friend isn’t just being lazy! 🐾💤

When temps rise, pets naturally slow down to stay cool.
You might notice:
🐾 More naps in shady or tiled spots
🐾 Fewer zoomies
🐾 Slower, shorter walks

✅ Totally normal summer behavior!
But if your pet isn’t eating, drinking, or just doesn’t seem like themselves…
📞 Give us a call. It’s always better to be safe than overheated. 🩺💛

https://lakewoodanimalhospital.org/

08/02/2025

It’s the first of the month—your friendly reminder to stay on top of your pet’s prevention routine!

🐾 Need to pick up flea, tick, or heartworm prevention, or schedule a visit? Call us at +1 540-972-2203—we’re happy to help!

07/31/2025

Did you know?
Cats have a special “vocabulary” just for their humans! 🐱💬

While cats rarely meow at each other, they’ve learned to meow in specific ways to communicate with us. From a soft trill to a demanding yowl — they know exactly how to get our attention. 😼❤️

Basically, if your cat talks a lot, it means they’ve trained you well. 😉