Alameda Animal Hospital

11/11/2026

This poem was written by one of our clients, Jim Barger. He is so talented as he also writes songs. 

10/26/2026

How can we make Halloween safer for pets?

Costumes and masks, lights and decorations, and a constant parade of strangers coming to your door— Halloween can be a downright spooky experience for pets. You can protect your pets by taking these steps to reduce the risk of them being hurt, poisoned, or lost.

Don't feed pets Halloween treats. Raisins can cause your pet’s kidneys to fail, and candy may contain substances toxic to pets, such as chocolate or xylitol (a common sugar substitute found in sugar-free candies and gum). Often, you won’t be able to tell what a treat or piece of candy contains just by looking at it.
Make sure your pets have identification (microchip, collar, and ID tag) that will make it easy for someone to contact you and return them home in case they escape through an open door while you're distracted with trick-or-treaters.
Keep lit candles, jack-o-lanterns, and other Halloween decorations out of reach of pets.
Keep all human costume pieces away from pets, along with glow sticks, decorations, batteries, and other holiday items. When chewed, glow stick items can release liquid that tastes really bad and can make pets drool excessively or act strangely (though it isn’t likely to be harmful). Other costume parts and decorations might cause choking, internal injury, or illness.
If you plan to put a costume on your pet, make sure it follows these guidelines:
Fits properly and is comfortable
Doesn't have any pieces that easily can be chewed off or cause choking
Doesn't block your pet's sight, hearing, breathing, mouth, or movement
Take time before Halloween to get your pet accustomed to the costume, and never leave a costumed pet unsupervised.
If your pet is wary of strangers or has a tendency to bite, put them in a room away from the front door during trick-or-treating hours, or provide them with a safe hiding place.
Keep your pet indoors.

09/28/2026

Curated by Smartbrief. Veterinarian Lori Ross says pumpkin spice is a fall food that should not be shared with dogs, because many of the ingredients in pumpkin spice treats are dangerous for dogs. Chocolate, caffeine, raisins, xylitol, macadamia nuts and large amounts of some spices like nutm...

09/22/2026

🍁💙TINY TRAVELS NOW IN MIDDLE & SOUTHERN USA!🍁
SWARMS REPORTED IN: TEXAS, MISSISSIPPI, TENNESSEE, ARIZONA & NEBRASKA!
Stragglers still in: Minnesota, Indiana & Maryland.

Keep your Feeders up for 2 weeks after you've seen the last Hummingbird. Most will arrive in the Gulf Coast States during Sept / Oct. Then, return to their Winter Homes in Central & South America. Males depart 2 weeks before the Females & Babies.
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💙HELP TRACK THE EPIC FALL MIGRATION🍁
Let us know when they leave & when the New Migrating Hummers arrive.
VIEW TRACKING MAP: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/1/edit?mid=18Hq54z_1js5QdXQnqn7I5Q72qEOey68&usp=sharing

09/03/2026

We will be closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy your long weekend and stay cool. Emergency clinics in Norman and OKC are available if needed. (hopefully not!)

09/01/2026

https://vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talk/fleas-flea-allergy-dermatitis-pets/

Flea allergy dermatitis can cause severe itching and skin problems in pets. Learn how to recognize, treat, and prevent flea infestations.

08/19/2026

Well hello Einstein!! A sweet baby Corgi ❤️❤️❤️ Congrats on your new home. You will soon learn how special that home is and we are sure you will be so spoiled.

08/01/2026

https://www.usatoday.com/story/pets-animals/dog/health/2026/07/29/can-dogs-swim-in-pools/91078582007/

Dogs can enjoy a backyard pool, but supervision, safe exits and proper post-swim care are essential.

07/28/2026

https://www.kltv.com/2026/07/28/east-texas-veterinarian-discusses-5-second-rule-keep-pets-safe-over-summer/

There’s a way to tell if it’s okay to take your pet for a walk and avoid burned paw pads.

07/20/2026

https://www.bunko.pet/en/7-things-your-dog-sees-completely-differently-than-you-do-t202607180031.html

Dogs experience the world very differently than humans. Discover seven surprising ways their vision works and what they actually see every day