Two Rivers Veterinary Clinic

02/18/2025

Information regarding the latest H5N1 ('Bird Flu') cases in cats and food recall associated with those cases.

https://agr.wa.gov/about-wsda/news-and-media-relations/news-releases?article=42075
https://agr.wa.gov/services/emergency-management/rapid-response/recalls?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

WSDA and the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) are warning pet owners about the risks of raw pet food after indoor cats in Oregon became ill from highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI or H5N1) beginning in early February 2025.

02/14/2025

The office will not be opening this morning, but we are hopeful to have our team there to open at 1pm today. We are monitoring our email from home if you have questions about an appointment scheduled today, reach out to: [email protected]

02/13/2025

The clinic is open and the walkway is swept (thank you Libby with her air guitar broom!) but we will be closing early (1pm) to get everyone home safely.
Tomorrow hours to be determined (we'll make a post)

01/31/2025

Yesterday was the start of the Chinese New Year and it is the year of the snake! In our long-standing tradition with our wonderfully gracious former Vet Tech, Jen, we have a new addition to the family in this beautiful snake she created.
Thank you, Jen!

12/28/2024

Our office will be closed until January 2nd for the New Year holiday. We hope you bring in the new year with your loved ones, both two-legged and four.

12/26/2024

For more information about recent news regarding cats and avian influenza H5N1, and the specific recall associated with the current case, please see the links below:
https://www.oregonvma.org/news/highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-h5n1
For product recall information:
https://www.nw-naturals.net/12-24-24-voluntary-product-recall/

December 24, 2024 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (H5N1) Image This information is updated as events warrant.Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) is a disease that is highly contagious and often deadly in poultry, caused by highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5) and A (H7) viruses; it is als...

12/21/2024

Our office will be closed until Thursday, December 26th.
-Wishing you safe & happy holidays!

11/28/2024

Our office is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday, but we will reopen Friday morning at 8:30. If you have any need for veterinary care on Thursday, know that there are many urgent and emergency facilities in the Metro area.
For a quick link to the list from our website:

Local 24 Hour Emergency Resources Urgent Care Clinics

11/06/2024

It seems a good day to share lots of cute photos.
From our pets to you.... take a few moments to share in the cuteness.

10/05/2024

Pepper stopped by for a visit today- spent some time behind the reception counter, on-the-job training. So focused!

09/25/2024

Hobbs, such a handsome kitty- modeling his Two Rivers Vet bandana (and displaying impressive tongue flexibility)

09/07/2024

Churu Champion!
Wesley had a lengthy appointment recently which he had little patience for.... unless he was licking Churu. To his credit, he never lost interest (not even looking up for his picture until we took an empty tube away to get his attention).

08/19/2024

If you'd like to have a little fun and support the blood bank program at Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital, check out this year's photo contest- you can give by entering your own pet in the contest or by voting for some of the many cute pics.
(There are a couple of Two Rivers Vet employee pets in the selection!)

Sunshine and Summer Playtime

08/07/2024

Dr. Methven's dog, Mostar, did a great job modeling his Two Rivers Vet bandana. They are available in the waiting room for the taking, as long as supplies last!

08/07/2024

An update on our previous post about changes in travel to Canada & Mexico:
Many of the CDC's proposed changes for entry into the US were rolled back prior to implementation; there are still a few things to be aware of:

-Currently, there is not a clear way to travel with dogs younger than 6 months.
-There are additional restrictions if your dog has visited a high-risk rabies country in the past 6 months (US, Canada and Mexico are all on the low-risk list).
-All dogs must complete a CDC Dog Import Form prior to entry into the US (though it can be completed quickly on any device w/ internet access)

Per the CDC website:
In addition to having a receipt for a CDC Dog Import Form:
-Dogs must appear healthy upon arrival.
-Dogs must be at least 6 months old at time of entry or return to the U.S.
-Dogs must have a microchip that can be detected with a universal scanner to identify them.

There are four requirements for dogs that have ONLY been in countries that are dog-rabies free or lo

07/17/2024

Many of our clients are accustomed to easy travel to Canada and Mexico with their dogs. Please be aware of changes starting August 1st that will affect your ability to return to the US:

Starting on August 1, 2024, dogs entering or returning to the United States must meet new, specific requirements depending on where they have been in the 6 months before entering the U.S. and where they received their rabies vaccines (if required).