Pollock Pines Veterinary Hospital

08/15/2025

Protect your pets with NexGard PLUS 🛡

🔹️One monthly chew prevents heartworm disease, protects against fleas and ticks and controls roundworms and hookworms 🪱
🔹️Tasty, beef-flavored soft chews designed to make monthly doses easy and enjoyable 🥩
🔹️The same proven dose of afoxolaner prescribed to millions of dogs 🐕
🔹️An optimized dose of moxidectin that is safe and effective 👍
🔹️Safe for puppies at 8 weeks, weighing 4lbs or more 🐶
🔹️Safe for use in MDR1 gene deficient dogs (dogs that are sensitive to macrocyclic lactones) 🧬

Schedule an appointment today so keep your pets safe from internal and external parasites by calling 530.644.5421 or visiting our website ❤️‍🩹

08/14/2025

Safety tips for water dogs 🐶 Swimming is a great low impact work out for people and pets, but safety comes first. Don't forget to dry your pets ears thoroughly after a good swim to help prevent ear infections 🫧

🌊 Pet Water Safety Tips for Summer Fun! 🐾

Planning lake days, beach trips, or pool parties with your pet? Keep them safe around water with these simple tips:

🐕 Not All Dogs Can Swim
Some breeds aren’t natural swimmers. Always supervise and consider a pet life jacket—especially for boating or deep water.

🛟 Use Pet Life Vests
Life vests add an extra layer of safety—even for strong swimmers! Make sure it fits snugly and has a handle for quick lifting.

🚫 No Drinking Pool or Lake Water
Chlorine, salt, or bacteria can upset their stomach or cause illness. Bring fresh water and offer it often.

🌡️ Watch for Fatigue or Overheating
Swimming is tiring! Take breaks in the shade, and keep an eye out for heavy panting or weakness.

🚿 Rinse After Swimming
Rinse off salt, chlorine, or lake debris to protect their skin and coat.

🐍 Stay Alert Near Natural Water
Be cautious of wildlife like snakes or alligators near lakes and rivers.

Summer splashes are more fun when everyone stays safe! 🐶💦 Have questions about summer pet care? Give us a call!

08/09/2025

The dog days of summer are here ☀️ Keep your pets safe during this weekend's heat wave. Temperatures are expected to be in the 90s in Po***ck Pines and the 100s in Placerville this Saturday and Sunday🌡

Hot Pavement = Burnt Paws

Summer heat isn’t just uncomfortable — it can hurt your pets. Pavement, asphalt, sand, and even truck beds can reach scorching temps that burn your pet's paws in seconds.

- If it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws!
- Test the surface with the back of your hand for 7 seconds.
- Walk early in the morning or late evening.
- Stick to grass and shaded paths.
- Keep paw balm or booties handy.

Let’s keep those paws safe all summer long!

08/08/2025

Say congratulations to Emma! 🎉
This blurry girl won our raffle for July, and is taking home a basket full of doggie goodies 🐶 Just look at that excitement! No photograph could contain her joy 💓

Feeling lucky? Don't forget to stop by our office to put your name in for our next drawing. Two raffle winners are chosen each month to recieve a one of a kind gift basket, one for cats 🐱 or one for dogs 🐕

08/07/2025

Cat naps can be very healthy 😴 but it is always important to pay attention to your specific pet's behaviors. Contact your local vet right away if you notice unusual sleeping patterns as they can be a sign of underlying health issues ❤️‍🩹

Cats are known for their love of sleep, often snoozing 12 to 16 hours a day 🐱 But if your cat is sleeping more than usual or showing changes in their sleep habits, it could be a sign of an underlying issue.

Routine vet checkups help catch concerns early and keep your cat feeling their best.

08/07/2025

UPDATE: OWNER HAS BEEN FOUND ❤️

Lost boy alert ⚠️
This handsome sweetheart was picked up across the street from our vet office on Pony Express Tail this morning around 8:45am. If you recognize this good boy, please call us at (530)644-5421. We can only keep him for a short time before we call animal control to come pick him up. Thank you everyone for trying to get this guy home safe and sound!

08/06/2025

UPDATE: REUNITED!!! 🥰

Lost unfixed male dog wondered into our parking lot today around noon. We scanned him, but there was no microchip. No collar either. He is very friendly, and clearly someone's pet. He is gentle when taking treats, and even knows some basic commands. We have him here for now, but we will have to call animal control to come pick him up if we don't hear from his owner. If you recognize this dog, please call our office at 5306445421. Thank you, everyone!

07/17/2025

Cone of shame or cone of shade? One of our stylish patients didn't need her cone anymore, and her mom decided to share some new diy home decorating tips with us! We love the creativity and the flare 😁

07/14/2025

UPDATE- All kittens have found their forever homes!!! Thank you ❤️

If anyone is looking to add a new family member, Po***ck Pines Veterinary Hospital is fostering these cuties! We are hoping to find them homes instead of sending them to Animal Services. If interested, please give us a call or come on down. We are here until 5.

05/29/2025

Summer safety for pets!