07/24/2026
What does summer look like in a veterinary ER?
Let's just say... it's never boring.
One minute we're treating a pup who couldn't resist chasing a bee, the next we're helping a dog who thought a corn cob was an acceptable snack (it's not... trust us). Throw in foxtails, hot pavement burns, dehydration, rattlesnake encounters, lake adventures gone wrong, BBQ leftovers, and the occasional "my dog ate an entire bag of..." story, and you've got yourself a pretty typical summer shift.
Summer is one of our busiest seasons, which means wait times are often longer than usual. Just like a human emergency room, every patient is seen based on the severity of their condition, not the order in which they arrive. While waiting is never easy when your pet isn't feeling well, this allows us to provide immediate care to the sickest and most critically injured patients first.
A few summer reminders to help keep your pets safe:
• Walk early in the morning or later in the evening to avoid hot pavement.
• Never leave your pet in a parked car, even for a minute.
• Make sure they always have access to fresh water.
• Watch out for foxtails, bees, rattlesnakes, and other seasonal hazards.
• Keep BBQ foods, corn cobs, grapes, chocolate, and other toxic treats out of reach.
While everyone else is enjoying longer days and summer adventures, our team is here 24/7, ready for whatever walks (or gets carried) through our doors.
We hope you never need us, but if a summer adventure takes an unexpected turn, we'll be here when you do.
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