Lifetime Veterinary Care

10/31/2026

👻 Happy Halloween from all of us at Lifetime Veterinary Care! 🐾🎃

Wishing you and your furry friends a fun, safe, and spooktacular Halloween!
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10/30/2026

👻 Protect your Pets from Spooky Dangers!

🕯 Decorate with care: Keep lit candles, electrical cords, glow sticks, and small decorations out of reach

🚪 Keep pets safely inside: Frequent doorbell ringing and open doors can frighten pets and increase the risk of escape. Make sure all ID tags and microchip information is up to date

💜 Give them a safe space: Costumes, noise, and unfamiliar visitors can be stressful. Let your pets relax somewhere quiet and comfortable away from the Halloween excitement.

A few simple precautions can help keep Halloween fun and safe for the whole family!

10/28/2026

🎃 Halloween candy may be a treat for us, but it can be dangerous for our furry friends!

❌ Keep these out of paw's reach:
🍫 Chocolate
🍬 Sugar-free candy containing xylitol
🍇 Raisins and candy containing raisins
🍭 Candy wrappers, which can cause choking or intestinal blockages

Keep candy bowls, trick-or-treat bags, and goodies safely stored away from curious noses!

10/26/2026

💛🐱 Caring for your Senior Cat

Our feline friends deserve extra love and care as they age! 🐾 Here are three ways to help your senior cat stay happy and healthy:

👨‍⚕️ Regular Vet Visits: Routine exams help us catch health concerns early

🍗 Proper Nutrition: Chose a diet that meets your senior cat's changing needs.

🧶 Enrichment: Encourage play, mental stimulation, and cozy resting spots.

A little extra care goes a long way! Keep you senior kitty healthy and happy with regular wellness visits where quality of life, nutrition, enrichment, and more can be discussed with your veterinarian. 💙

Give us a call: 616-837-0700

10/24/2026

10/23/2026

🤔 Curious about the calories your dog is burning during your walks? Ever wish you could put a smart watch on Fluffy? If so, check this cool tool out for calculating calories burned during your dog walk!

🐕🐩 Check out the Dog Walking Calorie Estimator from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention here:
🔗 https://www.petobesityprevention.org/tools-dog-walking-calorie-estimator

Remember, every pet is different! This tool provides only an estimate, so follow your veterinarian’s recommendations for your pet’s exercise and nutrition needs. 💙

Estimate how many calories your dog burns on a walk using APOP’s veterinary RER-based model. Enter your dog’s weight, distance walked, and time, and the calculator automatically determines pace, suggests exercise intensity, and adjusts for terrain and heat.

10/20/2026

Is Your Pet at a Healthy Weight?

Did you know you can use a Body Condition Score (BCS) to help determine if your dog or cat is at a healthy weight? 🐶🐱

👀 Look: Your pet should have a visible waist when viewed from above.
🖐️ Feel: You should be able to feel their ribs easily with a thin layer of fat.
🐕 Check: From the side, your pet’s abdomen should tuck up behind the rib cage.

Every pet is different, and maintaining a healthy weight helps prevent joint problems, diabetes, and other health concerns. ❤️

Not sure where your pet falls on the body condition scale? Ask us at your next visit! We’re happy to help your furry family member stay healthy and happy.

Read more about Body Condition Scores at https://www.petobesityprevention.org/body-condition-score-charts

10/19/2026

🐾💙 Happy Veterinary Technician Week! 💙🐾

This week, we’re celebrating our AMAZING Licensed Veterinary Technicians, Carlie, Haleigh, and Leona! 🩺🐶🐱 Their compassion, dedication, hard work, and love for every patient make such a difference in our clinic.

We are beyond lucky to have these three incredible ladies on our team! Help us show them some love and appreciation! 🐾💕

10/15/2026

Senior pets deserve extra care and attention. 🐾 From mobility support to heart-healthy diets, help them enjoy every stage of life.

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10/14/2026

🐾 Pet Obesity Awareness Day – October 14 🐾

A little extra weight can have a big impact on your pet’s health! ❤️ Obesity can increase the risk of joint problems, diabetes, heart disease, and a shorter lifespan.

Help your furry friend stay healthy with balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and routine veterinary checkups.

Not sure if your pet is at a healthy weight? We’re here to help! 🐶🐱