Animal Alley Veterinary Hospital

08/05/2025

🌡️☀️ Too hot for fetch or walkies? Keep your pup happy and stimulated indoors with these fun, boredom-busting activities!

🐾 Snuffle mats & treat puzzles – Let them put their nose to work hunting for treats!
🎓 Teach a new trick – Now’s the perfect time to master “spin” or “high five.”
🧦 DIY tug toy – Braid some old t-shirts or socks for a quick homemade toy.
🐕 Indoor obstacle course – Use chairs, cushions, and tunnels for a mini agility run.
🔍 Hide & seek – Hide yourself or their favorite toy and let the sniffing begin!

Beat the heat and boost your dog’s brain power—all from the comfort of the AC! 🐾❄️

08/04/2025

📚🐾 Back-to-School Blues Aren’t Just for Kids!

As your family settles into the new school year, don’t forget—your pets feel the change too! New schedules can mean longer hours alone, less playtime, and unexpected stress for your furry friend.

If your pet appears anxious or is exhibiting unwanted behavior, we're here to help. Call us for behavior tips or a wellness check. 💙
🍎 Stick to a consistent feeding & walking schedule
🍎 Add extra enrichment like puzzle toys or treat hunts
🍎 Make quality time a daily priority—even just 10 minutes helps!
🍎 Consider doggy daycare or a pet sitter for extra companionship

07/31/2025

Today is National Mutt Day, so show us your beloved Mutts!!

We all love our furry babies, and every day is a good day to celebrate them. But, today is the day we celebrate the beauty of the everyday dog. All dogs deserve love.

Whether you love a tiny little lap dog or a big dog to cuddle in close, there is a mutt out there for you! If you’re in the market for a new best friend, local shelters and rescues can be the perfect place to find a mutt of your very own!

07/29/2025

Cat naps--a great way to refresh yourself...and stay out of trouble!

Look at these angels! Show us your sleeping babies.

07/28/2025

Feline Leukemia: What Cat Parents Need to Know 🐾😿

Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is one of the most serious infectious diseases in cats. At Animal Alley Vet, we want to help you keep your feline friends safe and healthy.

Here’s what you should know:
🧪 FeLV can suppress and weaken the immune system
😺 It’s spread primarily through close contact with an infected cat—especially among cats who groom or share food bowls
🩺 Regular testing and vaccination (when appropriate) are key prevention tools

Have questions about FeLV or whether your cat should be tested? We're here to help. Schedule a visit or call us at 989-792-4800.

07/25/2025

🐾☀️ Looking for fun outdoor adventures with your pup in Saginaw this weekend? We've got some tail-wagging ideas! 🐶🌳

From strolling through Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge to enjoying the scenic Rail Trail, Saginaw offers plenty of dog-friendly outdoor fun. Try these:

🐕 Explore dog-friendly hiking trails
🎾 Play fetch at one of Saginaw's dog parks
🛶 Enjoy a paddleboard ride with your pup at Haithco Lake
🌅 Take a sunset walk along the Saginaw Riverwalk

Don’t forget water, sunscreen (yes—for dogs too!), and plenty of treats!

👉 Share your favorite local dog spots or photos with us—we’d love to see those happy tails! 🐾

—Your friends at Animal Alley Vet 🩺💙

07/23/2025

Pilling a cat has NEVER been easy! IYKYK 🤣🐈💊

07/21/2025

Happy Veterinary Assistant Week! 🐾

We’re incredibly grateful for our amazing veterinary assistants here at Animal Alley Vet--Alan, Drew, Kayla, Kyle, and Jordan!

You help keep things running smoothly in the exam rooms and surgery. Your compassion, dedication, and hard work behind the scenes make a world of difference for our patients and their families. Thank you for everything you do — we couldn’t do it without you! 💙

07/18/2025

✨Animal Alley will have LIMITED DOCTORS' HOURS next week! ✨

When a Doctor is not on duty, these Services are still available:
📱 Calls to the front desk
👩‍⚕️ Technician Appointments
💊 Prescriptions refilled if your pet has been seen within a year
🫘 Food pickup

The doctor is unavailable per the schedule shown. The services listed above are available throughout the day. Call if you have questions. 989-792-4800.

07/16/2025

☀️Heat Exhaustion Is a Real Danger for Pets ☀️

Warm weather means more outdoor fun — but it also puts your pets at risk for heat exhaustion and heatstroke, which can be life-threatening.

🚨 Watch for these signs of overheating:
❗ Excessive panting or drooling
❗ Weakness or stumbling
❗ Vomiting or collapse

Dogs and cats can’t cool down like we do, and short-nosed breeds, seniors, and overweight pets are especially at risk. Never leave pets in a car — even for a few minutes — and always provide shade and fresh water!

07/15/2025