Oliver's Dog & Cat Clinic

07/30/2026

07/29/2026

How cool is this!?!? Would you sign your dog up for training if this project came to NYC?

Virginia Tech researchers found that everyday dog-handler teams can effectively detect spotted lanternfly egg masses, offering a community-driven tool to fight invasive agricultural pests.

07/29/2026

For many pet owners, end of life care will become a reality at some point. If you have concerns or questions about how to make a decision regarding end of life care, this is a helpful podcast from The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center .

We know this can be a distressing subject to think about, but getting info BEFORE having to make a decision can be extremely helpful.

Your favorite radio show about pets is now a podcast! In partnership with Sirius XM, AMC presents ‘Ask the Vet.'

07/25/2026

Great tips from The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center

AMC’s Dr. Carly Fox, Senior Veterinarian in Emergency and Urgent Ca...

07/22/2026

July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month! Hydration refers to the amount of water in the body, and maintaining normal hydration for our canine friends (and for ourselves!) is essential for a variety of vital bodily functions, including temperature regulation, maintenance of normal electrolyte concentrations, digestion of food, lubrication of joints, and delivery of oxygen and other nutrients to the organs of the body.

Hydration refers to the amount of water in the body:
-maintaining normal hydration is essential for vital body functions
-hydration aides in food digestion
-hydration helps with delivery of oxygen to vital organs

Dehydration can cause:
-decreased circulation - multi-organ dysfunction
-inability to control body temperature
-cardiac arrhythmias
-neurologic dysfunction

Keeping dog Hydrated
-dogs eating dry food need to drink more water
-feeding wet food or adding water to dry food is a good way to increase water intake

Signs of dehydration can include:
-lethargy
-weakness
-poor appetite
-dry mucous membranes

A common cause of dehydration in dogs are diseases that cause increased water loss:
-chronic kidney disease
-diabetes
-vomiting
-diarrhea
-hyperthyroidism

When to contact your vet:
-Increased water loss can also be caused by some medications, hesitation to drink because of lethargy or dental problems, or lack of access to a bowl due to territoriality.
-If you are concerned if your dog is dehydrated, you should contact your veterinarian promptly. Dehydration can be addressed in a clinical setting in a variety of ways to aid in your dog's health.

07/20/2026

Good news for anyone struggling to take care of their pets. NYC has committed funds for pet food pantries as well as free spay/neuter services in the newest city budget!

Specifics will be forthcoming as the rollout begins, but you can check with your local Council Member’s office or the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) for updates in the meantime.

NYC just passed a massive new city budget featuring free pet food pantries and so much more. Here's what to know.

07/20/2026

Looks like we have made it thru the worst of the wildfire smoke, but there is a possibility we see more this week. If we do see more smoke, keep this info handy to help navigate it!

🚨 Air Quality Alert 🚨 New York City’s Air Quality Index (AQI) is at Level Red this morning, which means the air is unhealthy for everyone, including pets. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Take dogs outside only briefly to relieve themselves, and avoid walks, exercise, and other strenuous outdoor activity.

Flat-faced breeds, senior pets, birds, and animals with heart or lung conditions may be especially vulnerable. Watch for coughing, gagging, wheezing, difficulty breathing, unusual fatigue, or eye irritation, and contact your veterinarian if symptoms occur. Seek emergency veterinary care for breathing distress.

Air quality can vary by location and change throughout the day. Check the latest AQI for your area at AirNow.gov.

🦮 Our Director of Pet Health Information spoke with USA Today about how pet owners should respond to air quality alerts due to the Canada fires. Click the link in our comments to read the article!

07/16/2026

If you can foster or adopt, please do so with ACC. They are overloaded & in desperate need of space.

07/15/2026

Please help out if you can!

🐾 ITEMS NEEDED 🐾

Due to population demands, ACC needs Large Dog Crates!
We could also use:
🧸 Soft dog toys
🐱 Cat carriers
🐾 Cat toys

Every item helps an animal in our care. Use our Chewy or Amazon wishlist and it ships straight to us!

https://www.nycacc.org/chewywishlist
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