Hocking College Canine Services

07/22/2026

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06/28/2026

Summer brings sunshine, travel, cookouts, gardening, and more outdoor adventures, but it can also bring increased risk of toxin exposure for pets.

AAHA teamed up with to highlight common summer pet toxins veterinary teams may encounter, including:

🌊 Blue-green algae

🌿 THC/marijuana products

🌺 Azaleas, rhododendrons, and oleander

🐌 Slug and snail bait

🐭 Rodenticides

The article also includes a printable client handout your team can use in exam rooms, discharge packets, newsletters, or social media education.

With potential poisonings, early intervention matters. Help clients know what to watch for and remind them to call their veterinary team or a resource like Pet Poison Helpline right away if exposure is suspected.

Read the article and download the handout: https://www.aaha.org/trends-magazine/publications/summer-pet-toxins-awareness-prevention-and-safety/

06/25/2026

This infographic represents an amalgamation of recommendations from major veterinary organizations, including AAHA, AAFP, CAPC, ESCCAP, and TroCCAP. While there is substantial agreement regarding frequent deworming during early life and the importance of ongoing parasite control, recommendations may vary based on geographic location, parasite prevalence, lifestyle, and preventive healthcare philosophy.

For kittens, deworming is commonly initiated at 3 weeks of age because Toxocara cati is not transmitted transplacentally. Instead, infection typically occurs through nursing or environmental exposure. However, initiating treatment at 2 weeks of age is also considered acceptable (per CAPC guidelines).

As parasite epidemiology varies considerably across geographic regions, clinicians should tailor parasite control protocols to local prevalence patterns, patient lifestyle, zoonotic considerations, and available preventive products.

References:
• Creevy KE, Shmalberg JW, Gruen ME, et al. 2019 AAHA Canine Life Stage Guidelines. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2019;55(6):267–290.
• Vogt AH, Rodan I, Brown M, et al. AAFP-AAHA Feline Life Stage Guidelines. J Feline Med Surg. 2010;12(1):43–54.
• Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC). Parasite Testing and Protection Guidelines.
• European Scientific Counsel Companion Animal Parasites (ESCCAP). Guideline 01: Worm Control in Dogs and Cats.
• Traversa D, di Regalbono AF, Di Cesare A, et al. TroCCAP Guidelines for the Diagnosis, Treatment and Control of Canine Endoparasites in the Tropics. Parasites & Vectors. 2019;12:507.

06/25/2026

Fireworks season is approaching 🎆

For many pets, loud noises aren’t just startling. They can trigger significant fear and anxiety. Noise aversion can worsen over time without support, which is why early conversations with clients matter.

Common signs may include:
🐾 Panting or pacing
🐾 Hiding or escape attempts
🐾 Vocalization
🐾 Destructive behavior
🐾 Restlessness or inability to settle

Encourage pet owners to prepare before fireworks begin by creating a safe retreat space, using calming strategies, and speaking with their veterinary team about behavioral support or medications if needed.

The earlier noise aversion is addressed, the better the outcome may be for the pet’s long-term wellbeing.

Read more from Healthy Pet: https://hubs.li/Q04h_XcJ0

06/25/2026

06/23/2026

06/23/2026

A relaxing Sunday visiting nearby gardens. Tour at your own pace, any way you like. Guides are at each garden to answer your questions.

06/23/2026