Benchmark Animal Hospital

01/10/2026

2nd horse this week.

01/09/2026

What did you do today? I fixed this beauty!!!!!!!

01/05/2026

🟠 Bobcat Fever (Cytauxzoonosis) in Household Cats — What Every Cat Owner Should Know 🟠

Bobcat fever, also called cytauxzoonosis, is a serious and often fatal disease in domestic cats caused by a parasite that's transmitted through tick bites. While bobcats can carry the parasite without severe symptoms, outdoor domestic cats are especially vulnerable and can become very sick very quickly.

🚨 Watch for signs like:

• Sudden lethargy or weakness

• High fever

• Loss of appetite

• Trouble breathing

• Pale or yellow gums

• Rapid decline in condition

Early veterinary care can make all the difference—don't wait if your cat starts acting off.

🐜 Why the Lone Star Tick Matters (Especially in Oklahoma)

The primary culprit behind bobcat fever transmission is the Lone Star tick (Amblyomma americanum), a very aggressive tick species that feeds on a wide range of hosts—including deer, pets, and humans.

📍 In Oklahoma:

• Lone Star ticks are common across the state and are the species most frequently encountered on people and animals during outdoor activities like hiking, yard work, and camping.

• They live in wooded, brushy, and grassy areas where pets and wildlife roam—exactly where outdoor cats love to explore.

• These ticks are active from early spring through late fall, and in warmer parts of the state they can even be active much of the year.

⚠️ Because Lone Star ticks are so common here in Oklahoma, the risk of tick exposure for outdoor cats is real—and that means a real risk for diseases like cytauxzoonosis.

🛡️ Tips to Protect Your Cat:

✔ Keep cats indoors as much as you can

✔ Use vet-approved tick prevention year-round

✔ Check your cat for ticks after time outside

✔ Seek immediate veterinary care if illness signs appear

Don't let a tiny tick turn into a tragedy for your fur baby. Stay vigilant, protect your pets, and spread the word! 🐱💛

Images of a slide from a positive cat we have recently treated!! It's more common than you think!!

01/01/2026

New year, new special for new puppies and kittens

12/29/2025

At Benchmark Animal Hospital, we know how important it is to keep your horse feeling comfortable and competing confidently. That's where joint injections can play a huge role in maintaining joint health and longevity. 🐎💪

Why consider joint injections?

• Improve comfort and mobility

• Reduce inflammation within the joint

• Support cartilage health and slow degeneration

• Help your athlete perform and recover better

Whether your horse is showing subtle performance changes or has a known joint condition, early intervention can make all the difference in their success and long-term comfort.

Our veterinarian will evaluate your horse, discuss the best options for their specific needs, and create a plan to keep them looking sharp in the pen! ⭐

📞 Call us anytime to schedule an evaluation

📍 Benchmark Animal Hospital

Together, let's keep your athlete winning — and feeling great doing it! 🐴✨

12/25/2025

🎄✨ From all of us at Benchmark Animal Hospital... and our purr-fect little holiday helper... Merry Christmas! ✨🐾

We hope your day is filled with joy, cozy cuddles, and maybe even a little mischief (approved by our resident wreath cat 😼🎁).

Thank you for trusting us with your beloved pets this year — they truly are the greatest gift. 💚❤️

Have a safe and wonderful holiday season! 🎅🐶🐱🎄

— The Benchmark Animal Hospital Family

12/24/2025

🐾 June's Story 🐾

June suffered a femur fracture after being kicked by a horse. Due to the severity of the injury, surgical repair was performed using a bone plate and screws to properly align and stabilize the fracture.

She is now recovering and being closely monitored as she begins the healing process. We're proud of how strong June has been and grateful her family trusted us with her care. 💙

12/22/2025

⚠️ Rabies Awareness Reminder for Oklahoma Pet Owners ⚠️

We want to share an important reminder about the very real risk of rabies, even when incidents happen outside our immediate area. A recent case involved a kitten that died after a skunk attack and tested positive for rabies — a tragic but preventable outcome.

👉 Read the article here:

https://r.smartbrief.com/resp/uzmRCBoujsDHbbyWCieGlOBWcNHrNZ?format=multipart

🦨 Why this matters in Oklahoma:

• Rabies is present in Oklahoma, especially in wildlife such as skunks, raccoons, bats, and foxes.

• Rabies is fatal once symptoms appear, but it is preventable with vaccination.

• Unvaccinated pets exposed to wildlife may face quarantine or euthanasia due to public health laws.

🐾 What you can do:

✔ Keep all dogs, cats, and ferrets current on rabies vaccinations

✔ Avoid contact with wildlife and discourage pets from interacting with wild animals

✔ If your pet is bitten or scratched by a wild animal, seek veterinary care immediately

Please help us spread awareness and keep Oklahoma pets and families safe. 💙

12/16/2025

🎄 Holiday Hours Update🎄

Please note our adjusted hours for the holidays:

🕢 December 24: Open 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM

🎅 December 25: Closed

While our clinic will be closed on Christmas Day, our phone lines remain open 24/7 for emergencies—we're always here when your pets need us most. 🐾❤️

Wishing you and your furry family members a safe and happy holiday season!

12/16/2025

Congratulations to watching our clients be successful!!!!!! Dakota Rodeo Company!!!!!!!!

𝑵𝑭𝑹 𝑯𝒐𝒓𝒔𝒆𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑭𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒔

Ba****ck Horse:
1/2. Wild N Out - Dakota Rodeo Company
1/2. Disco Party - Calgary Stampede
3. Agent Lynx - Calgary Stampede

Sadle Bronc Horse:
1. Indian Burn - Bridwell Pro Rodeos
2. Cancun Moon - Rafter S
3. Crockett - Calgary Stampede