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Lawrence Animal Hospital

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Choose us to be your partners in your pet's healthcare. You'll be happy you did.

Established in 1953, Lawrence Animal Hospital has been providing exceptional veterinary care to cats, dogs, and exotics in Princeton and beyond for nearly seven decades. Our veterinarians utilize the most up-to-date information and technology to create customized treatment plans and recommendations that are just as unique as their patients.

11/01/2026

Cooking up something special for your pet today? 🧑‍🍳 Reminder to skip the seasoning. Onions, garlic, chocolate, grapes, raisins, and anything with xylitol are never safe for pets.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! 🎃👻 What spooky fun you have planned for the day! 🕸️

10/28/2026

Whisker Wednesday meets National Cat Day! 😺 Double the reason to celebrate our feline friends. No cheating—drop the most recent photo of your kitty from your camera roll in the comments!

10/27/2026

🍄🐾 A BACKYARD HAZARD YOU DON'T WANT TO OVERLOOK ⚠️

Fall weather means more time outdoors, but it also means we need to watch out for something unexpected growing in our yards: WILD MUSHROOMS!

Many mushrooms are harmless, but some can be extremely toxic to dogs and cats. 🍂 Even mushrooms growing in your own backyard can pose a serious risk to your pet.

🚨 TOXIC MUSHROOMS TO WATCH OUT FOR

🍄 Death Cap (Amanita phalloides) and other toxic Amanita species
These mushrooms can cause severe liver damage and may be fatal. Early signs can include vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and dehydration. Your pet may even seem to improve before more serious complications develop.

🍄 False Morels (Gyromitra species)
These can cause vomiting, diarrhea, restlessness, weakness, and, in severe cases, seizures.

🍄 Mushrooms containing muscarine (Inocybe and Clitocybe species)
These may cause excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, and other serious symptoms.

🍄 Other wild mushrooms
Some primarily cause gastrointestinal upset, while others can damage the liver, kidneys, or nervous system. Symptoms may begin within minutes or be delayed for hours or even days.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: DON'T WAIT FOR SYMPTOMS!

If you suspect your pet has eaten a wild mushroom:

✅ Remove your pet from the area and prevent further ingestion.

✅ Take a photo of the mushroom and, if safe, collect a sample for identification.

✅ Contact your veterinarian or an emergency veterinary hospital immediately.

❌ Do not induce vomiting or try home remedies unless directed by a veterinary professional.

🐶🐱 HOW TO HELP KEEP YOUR PET SAFE

🌿 Check your yard regularly for newly growing mushrooms, especially after rain.

🦮 Keep your pet leashed and supervised on walks and hikes.

🚫 Never allow your pet to sniff, lick, or eat wild mushrooms.

🔒 Keep potentially toxic substances securely stored and out of your pet's reach.

💚 When it comes to mushroom ingestion, it's always better to be safe than sorry. Some toxins can cause life-threatening damage before obvious symptoms appear, and early treatment can make a difference.

📲 Share this post with fellow pet parents to help keep our furry family members safe!

Questions or concerns about your pet? Contact our veterinary team. We're here to help! 🐾

10/25/2026

Let’s talk safety! 🚨 Whether it’s pet-proofing your home or keeping up with regular vet visits, National Animal Safety and Protection Month is the perfect time to make sure your pet is well-protected.

10/22/2026

The office will be closed today from 12:30-2:30 for our Veterinary Technician Week celebration and staff meeting! During this time our phones will off, we will be back at 2:30 to assist you with any of your pet needs! Thank you so much! And thank you to all of our technicians for all of their hard work!

10/21/2026

🐶 Who rescued who? 🐾 Adopting a shelter dog brings so much joy and love into your life. Celebrate National Adopt A Shelter Dog Month by sharing a photo of your adopted pup!

10/17/2026

Thank you to all that came to our Halloween event! We loved seeing your little ones dressed up and hope they enjoy their treats!

10/17/2026

Come on down today from 2-4 for our Haunted Hospital event! Come enjoy treata for yourselves and your furry ones.

10/17/2026

It’s National Fetch Day! 🐾 Grab your pup’s favorite ball and head outside. 🐶

Address

3975 Princeton Pike
Princeton, NJ
08540

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 7pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
Saturday	8am - 3pm

Telephone

+16099242293

Website

http://lawrenceanimalhospital.com/, https://us.vetstoria.com/booking/672a8369db573/?r=6

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