Dr. Adams the Vet

03/19/2024

Please be aware. Vaccination is the best chance of surviving/preventing parvovirus. This is a devastating and horrific illness.

It’s a disease that can kill dogs and can spread easily.

10/11/2022

Did you know that UV light can help birds maintain good bone density and can help stimulate exercise? For more information: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16921012/

12/08/2021

Winter Fun for Parrots: During your winter walks, look for non-toxic pinecones to use as parrot toys! Pick up pinecones that are freshly dropped. Soak pinecones in a solution of vinegar (1 cup) and water (1 gallon) for 10-15 minutes. Air dry the pinecones for 24 hours, then bake them on a foil or parchment lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes at 225F. Pinecones can be offered as a foot toy, incorporated into hanging toys, or used as food enrichment by stuffing them with seeds, small nuts, and dried fruit.

https://www.aav.org/blogpost/1778905/383328/Winter-Fun-for-Parrots

01/30/2021

Heads up!!

Water quality testing conducted on January 27 in the Chattahoochee River at the Gold Branch Trail in Marietta revealed small traces of cyanobacteria-based toxins that can potentially be damaging to human and animal health.

On January 26, we were notified of the suspected presence of cyanobacteria when it was reported that a dog named Chewy had passed away on Sunday, one day after swimming in the river along Gold Branch Trail. This is the first incident of suspected health effects associated with toxic cyanobacteria blooms in the main stem of the Chattahoochee River. Cyanobacteria (or blue-green algae) are naturally produced microscopic organisms that are found in various waterways across the world. In some cases they can produce harmful toxins. An investigation is ongoing to try to determine if toxins are to blame in this unfortunate situation.

We are working closely with the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and University of Georgia to conduct additional testing for toxins produced by cyanobacteria. CRK recommends that pet owners always exercise caution when exploring natural waterways and avoid stagnant pools of water. Contact your local veterinarian and the Georgia Environmental Protection Division should your dog show symptoms of illness after coming into contact with natural waterways.

CRK and many vital partner organizations and agencies are constantly working to improve water quality, ensure safe recreation, and prevent excess nutrients and pollution from entering our watershed. We will share updates here as frequently as possible. Our sympathies remain with Chewy’s family as we work to keep people and pets as safe as possible while enjoying the Chattahoochee River.

11/15/2020

11/07/2020

Earlier this week, this sweet cat was hit by a car and brought to the veterinarian clinic I work at in Roswell. She required immediate emergency surgery. She is not microchipped and had to have extensive surgery on her face and was treated for shock. She is currently hospitalized and doing well. I cropped out the injuries so I would not upset anyone. She is stable and eating and drinking well. Please share and message me if you have any leads💕

10/18/2020

https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/outbreaks-and-advisories/fda-alert-certain-lots-pet-food-multiple-brands-recalled-aflatoxin

Pet food recall alert

FDA is alerting the public about certain pet food products made by Sunshine Mills under multiple brand names, which may contain unsafe levels of aflatoxin.

10/10/2020

RECALL ALERT - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in cooperation with the Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry, is investigating certain pet food products manufactured by Sunshine Mills that may contain unsafe levels of aflatoxin. This is an expansion of a previously announced recall. You can find more on the affected lots here: https://bit.ly/3nxHnDF

10/07/2020

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