Vetters Animal Hospital

05/03/2026

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Save this incase you need it some day.

There’s something we use in vet med called a quality of life scale.

It’s not about giving up. It’s about making sure they’re still living, not just existing. You need to use your best judgment and guide the clients to the right choice. This is how they come to be at peace with their decision: you walk them through it.

Ask these 5 things about your pet or your client's pet:

1. Are they eating and drinking normally?
(or only because you’re pushing it)
2. Can they get up, walk, and move without struggling?
3. Are they still interested in things they used to love?
(toys, food, people, going outside)
****4. Are they having more good days than bad days?*****
5. Do they seem comfortable… or are they in pain more often than not?

If you’re answering “no” to most of these…
it might be time to have a conversation with your vet.

Not because you’re giving up.
Because you’re advocating for them.

And that’s the hardest, most loving part of being their person.

This is one of the hardest decisions anyone ever has to make. You can help:

You know what to do CSR’s right click-> save-> go over this scale with clients on the fence.

🖤

04/02/2026

Please be careful what your pets have access to.

This course offers an exploration of the most prevalent toxins that pose a threat to our canine and feline companions today. Dr. Schmid,...

03/27/2026

Time to update that leptospira vaccs!

Spring is here! And with that comes a warning about Leptospirosis, a disease caused by infection with Leptospira bacteria.

All dogs are at risk of leptospirosis, regardless of age, breed, lifestyle, geographic location, time of year, and other factors. The following situations can increase that risk:

➡Exposure to or drinking from slow-moving or stagnant water sources, like ponds, rivers, lakes, or streams
➡ Roaming on rural properties (because of exposure to potentially infected wildlife or farm animals or urine-contaminated water sources)
➡ Exposure to wild animals (especially rodents) or farm animals, even if in the backyard
➡ Contact with other dogs (such as in urban areas, dog parks, or boarding or training facilities)

For more information on the signs of leptospirosis, how to prevent it, and more visit: https://bit.ly/4rHvtrq

03/24/2026

Happy Puppy Day! these are two of my favorite pups! They are grown up now but still tons of fun.

02/03/2026

Attention clients and friends WE ARE NOT SELLING anything on this site. please see comments

01/17/2026

Owner found, Thank You !!!This ring was found at the clinic recently after morning appointments. It is very small, may have fallen off a child's hand. Please contact our office if you know who may have lost it.

12/22/2025

Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season !

12/17/2025

fun holiday pet recipes

12/09/2025

Are you ready in case of emergency or natural disaster.

These resources teach you to build an emergency kit filled with the items you need to survive on your own for several days after a disaster. After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared means having your own food, water and other supplies to last for sever...

12/09/2025

good advice!

As wintry weather settles in, it brings risks for pets as well as people. Pet owners can take steps to keep their animals warm and safe, including learning about the dangers of extreme temperatures, buying weather-resistant accessories, and stocking up on extra supplies in case of power outages or storms.

“The best time to prepare for weather is before you have that weather,” said Dr. Michael Bailey, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). “The same thing you would do for children in your house, do for your pet.”

That means understanding the signs of hypothermia and frostbite, avoiding antifreeze and de-icing chemicals, and taking steps to mitigate the effects of snow, rain, wind and ice. Read more from AP: https://bit.ly/4pSRDpt

11/18/2025

Did you know cats can become insulin resistant from obesity?