Peak Pet Urgent Care

06/05/2026

A sudden hind-leg limp often points to a torn or partially torn cranial cruciate ligament, and catching it early changes the treatment options available. Our latest post breaks down what to watch for, why this injury rarely improves on its own, and when urgent care is the right call.

A dog who suddenly limps or refuses to put weight on a back leg has often torn the cranial cruciate ligament, the knee stabilizer that is the canine version of the ACL and one of the most common reasons a dog goes lame. It is not the only cause of a sudden limp, which is

05/30/2026

Having a pawsome time at the Reno River Festival! 🐾🥏 Stop by, say hello, and catch some fun with us all weekend long!

05/27/2026

🐾 Unleash the fun at RiverFest’s Bark Park! We’re excited to partner with for a weekend full of tail wags, games, toys, fresh water stations, and pet-friendly fun at Idlewild Park. 🐶☀️

Plus, will be onsite with pet adoptions!!

Come visit the Peak Pet Urgent Care team, enjoy the festivities, and celebrate the start of summer with your four-legged friends.

Get your passes now at renoriverfestival.com

05/24/2026

As we wrap up Vet Assistant Week, we want to give a huge THANK YOU to our incredible assistant team 🐾💙

This week was all about celebrating the hardworking, compassionate people who keep our hospital running every single day. From goodies and treats to coffee and more, we loved getting the chance to show our appreciation for everything you do.

Thank you for your dedication, teamwork, and the love you give to every pet and family who walks through our doors. We appreciate you today and every day! ✨

05/23/2026

A dog who vomits once after a fatty meal is probably fine. A dog who vomits repeatedly, hunches over their belly, and refuses food may have pancreatitis. Cats are even more subtle, often presenting with little more than lethargy and decreased appetite. We break down how pancreatitis presents differently in dogs and cats, when it's an emergency, what triggers it, and how to prevent future episodes at Peak Pet Urgent Care.

A dog who vomits once after a fatty meal is probably fine. Your dog who vomits repeatedly, hunches over their abdomen, refuses food, and looks genuinely miserable may have pancreatitis, and the difference between those two presentations matters. Pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas, ranges....

05/22/2026

Sometimes you need a little laugh at the clinic — when the day gets weird, you just become the instrument. 🩺⚕️🐾

05/22/2026

Continuing education is at the heart of what we do 🩺🐾

Our team recently attended an in-depth anesthesia class alongside one of our owners, Dr. Mull, to further expand our knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, patient safety, and advanced care techniques.

We’re committed to staying up to date on the latest veterinary medicine practices so we can continue providing the safest, highest-quality care for every patient who walks through our doors. Learning never stops when it comes to your pets 💙

05/20/2026

Chronic kidney disease usually progresses slowly, but the moments when it shifts from stable to urgent are real and worth knowing about. SDMA changes, sudden hypertensive crises, severe nausea, acute decompensation: these are situations that don't wait for a scheduled recheck. We break down early detection through SDMA and proteinuria screening, the secondary complications that develop alongside CKD, and the warning signs that mean same-day evaluation at Peak Pet Urgent Care.

Chronic kidney disease usually moves slowly. Pets often live for months or years with the condition, managed through diet adjustments, medications, and regular monitoring. That is the picture most families learn to expect after the diagnosis: a steady, manageable arc. But there are moments when the....

05/18/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country ❤️🤍💙 We’re grateful for their service and for the freedoms they fought to protect.

As you spend time with family, friends, and pets this holiday weekend, please remember to keep your furry companions safe around cookouts, travel, and holiday treats. 🐾

We’ll be here for your pets if you need us! Our hospital will be open from 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM, and online check-in will open at 8:30 AM to help make your visit as smooth as possible.

Wishing everyone a safe Memorial Day 🇺🇸