Powell Veterinary Center At Powell Blvd

06/14/2025

06/12/2025

Have nervous kitties? Be sure to let our staff know upon your arrival, and we can provide a blanket or towel with Feliway spray on it to drape over your carrier. Feel free to utilize the separated waiting areas for canine and feline patients to help keep your pet calm while waiting for their appointment. Have questions? Give us a call and ask about getting a sample of our pheromone products to help your nervous pet have a better veterinary experience.

06/08/2025

June is National Pet Preparedness Month!

As natural disasters become more common and frequent around the country, it’s important to have a plan in place well before a crisis strikes. Spend some time assembling emergency supply kits that take both your family and pets’ essential needs into account.

Pro tip: Create a kit specifically designed for home use and another one for travel, just in case you need to evacuate on short notice. 🧳 ⛑

06/06/2025

Does your cat get the zoomies late at night? Many cats are naturally more active in the early morning and late evening hours due to being crepuscular creatures. You may find that your cat is more prone to having zoomies during these times, as they have bursts of energy to expend.

If your cat's zoomies are causing sleep issues for you, here are some ways to expend some of that energy earlier in the day:

-Interactive play sessions with toys like feather wands to tire them out.
-Consider feeding your cat their main meal closer to bedtime.
-Use interactive or puzzle toys and feeders for mental stimulation.
-Before going to bed, play with your cat to help them release any remaining energy.
-Provide a cozy cat bed and make sure their litter box is clean.
-Use white noise machines or music to drown out nighttime noises.
-Avoid scolding or punishing your cat for the zoomies, as this can create anxiety.

06/05/2025

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06/04/2025

Foxtails—spiky, barbed grass seeds—can easily embed themselves in a pet's fur or be inhaled, potentially causing infections or more serious internal injuries if not promptly removed.

States where foxtail issues are highest are Idaho, Utah, and Oregon. While foxtails are a threat year-round, they are especially problematic in warmer months. Breeds most affected include those with long or dense coats.

Common signs of foxtail exposure include head shaking, pawing, limping, and swelling. Infections may result in discharge, fever, or even systemic illness if left untreated.

To prevent foxtail injuries, avoid high-risk areas, groom pets regularly, and check between toes and in ears after outdoor activities.

06/02/2025

Today officially kicks off , and it’s the perfect time to learn something new in the pursuit of being the best pet owner you can be! 💚

Whether you’re looking for a new skill to teach or fun pet exercise ideas, we’ve got a whole library of helpful resources for you to explore online: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/resources

06/02/2025

June is National Microchipping Month!

Despite being the size of a grain of rice, PIT tags are powerful microchips that help reunite lost pets with their owners.

Learn more about how microchipping works and why we encourage pet owners to get this important form of ID here:

Prevention can make all the difference when your pet is lost. Learn more about microchips for your pet, or how to check up on their registration, with Thrive Pet Healthcare!

05/30/2025

Today is heat awareness day, bringing attention to the potential for heatstroke and overheating in pets. As the weather warms up around the country, pets are more at risk for heat illness when accompanying their owners in the car. Check out the details below and share widely!

05/29/2025

Some cats love water, while others will do anything they can to avoid it.... What gives?

Evolution, breed, and experiences impact whether or not a cat hates water.

05/28/2025

Spring and summer adventures abound! Make sure you are prepared with a pet first aid kit before heading out for fun. Kits can be put together with the following easy to source items, and kept in a bag or bin:

1. Gauze for bandaging wounds
2. Vet wrap for keeping gauze in place.
3. Medical tape to help keep the bandage in place.
4. Pet-friendly ointments, or wipes.
5. Thermometer for monitoring your pet’s temperature.
6. Scissors for cutting bandages or trimming fur (ideally bandage scissors).
7. Tweezers for slivers or removing other foreign objects.
8. Pet-safe antihistamine to help with allergic reactions. Discuss the proper dosage for your pet with your vet and keep that dosing in your kit. Be sure to ask which products are safe; not all antihistamine products are safe for pets.
9. Disposable gloves to keep your hands protected.
10. Syringe or eyedropper for using any liquids like saline.
11. Saline solution for cleaning scrapes and flushing eyes.
12. Small flashlight for extra light to see small injuries like slivers.
13. Blanket and/or towel for warmth or wrapping your pet for transport. A towel is very handy to wrap a cat who may not want you to catch them.
14. Instant ice pack for any minor swelling.
15. Emergency contact list so you don’t have to remember in the moment who to call.
16. Copy of your pet’s medical records showing any medical concerns and vaccination records.