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09/08/2025

🐱🎉 It’s International Cat Day!

Whether they’re divas, snugglers, or midnight zoomers - today’s the purrfect day to spoil your feline friends. 🐾💚

Need to schedule a wellness check for your kitty, or have questions about their health? Give us a call or go visit us online to schedule. We’re here to help keep your cats healthy and happy!

Drop a photo of your fabulous feline below! 😻

04/08/2025

🐕‍🦺 This week is International Assistance Dog Week!
We’re honoring the hardworking service dogs who help people live fuller, more independent lives – along with the teams that support them. 💙

We’re proud to care for every dog with compassion, especially those who give so much to others. The bond between a working dog and their handler is truly special!

Have you seen an assistance dog around town? Give them space, respect, and a silent thank-you for their important work! 🙌

31/07/2025

🎉 Happy National Mutt Day!
July 31st is all about celebrating our amazing mixed-breed dogs: the loyal, loving, and one-of-a-kind pups we share our lives with 💕

Mixed-breed dogs make up about 60–70% of all dogs in the U.S., from designer doodles to classic “Heinz 57” shelter specials. They may come in all shapes and sizes, but one universal fact is that mutts are just as smart, sweet, and special as any purebred dog! Many go on to become talented service dogs, therapy companions, and athletic sports champions, not to mention the millions who serve as beloved family members.

The best part? No two mutts are alike - each one has a story (and a look!) that’s completely unique. 🐶✨

📸 Is your pup a mutt? We’d love to celebrate them today! Drop a photo in the comments and tell us their story so we can shower them with love on their special day.

28/07/2025

As Connecticut enters a stretch of dangerously hot and humid weather, Governor Lamont has activated the state’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol from Sunday, July 28 through the evening of Wednesday, July 30. Heat advisories and air quality alerts are in effect across many counties, with real-feel temperatures expected to reach 100°F or higher.

While these alerts are crucial for public health, they’re just as important for our pets, who often suffer silently during extreme weather conditions.

At Pieper Veterinary, we want to make sure your furry family members stay safe, hydrated, and cool during this heat wave. Here's what Connecticut pet owners need to know:

☀️ Heat Dangers for Pets
Extreme temperatures can quickly become dangerous for animals, especially:

-Dogs with flat faces (like pugs or Frenchies)
-Elderly pets or very young puppies/kittens
-Pets with respiratory or heart conditions
-Thick-coated breeds and overweight pets
-Even a short walk on hot pavement or too much sun can lead to heatstroke, burned paw pads, or respiratory distress.

🐾 Pet Safety Tips During a Heat Wave

-Avoid outdoor activity during peak hours (10 a.m.–6 p.m.)
-Keep walks short and stay on shaded or grassy surfaces
-Never leave pets in cars, even for a few minutes
-Offer plenty of cool water - consider ice cubes as treats!
-Watch for signs of heat exhaustion: heavy panting, drooling, unsteadiness, or vomiting

If you think your pet may be suffering from heatstroke, treat it as an emergency. Call or head directly to our 24/7 Emergency Hospital at Pieper Memorial in Middletown.

Stay cool, stay safe, and give your pets some extra love (and ice cubes) this week!

—The Pieper Veterinary Team

24/07/2025

🔥🍔 Grilling Season Safety Tips for Pet Owners!

Firing up the grill? Sunny summer weather makes for the perfect BBQ, but if your pets are joining the fun, make sure you’re keeping an eye out so your cookout doesn’t turn into a trip to the veterinarian

🐶🍗 Common Cookout Hazards for Pets:
• Corn cobs, fruit pits, & bones- These can lodge in your pet’s GI tract and often require surgery to remove. Our surgery team removes dozens of corn cobs from dogs every year!
• Grease, food trash, & drippings- Dispose of skewers, wrappings, and food scraps carefully. If there’s food residue, some dogs may even eat aluminum foil or gravel!
• Hot grills & curious paws- That grill surface can cause serious burns. Keep pets safely away while it’s in use, or consider having them chill indoors if the temptation is too much.

A little extra caution goes a long way in keeping your furry friends safe while you enjoy some summer sizzle! 🌭🐾

22/07/2025

🐾📅 Online Booking for Primary & Urgent Care!

Is your calendar reminding you that your pet is overdue for vaccines, needs a medication refill, or has a health concern you’ve been meaning to ask about? What about if your pet is suddenly showing symptoms and you need to visit Urgent Care? Now it’s easier than ever to schedule an appointment - online!

Visit 👉 www.pieperveterinary.com and click “Book Appointment” in the top right corner to get started. Whether you’re looking to schedule a routine check-up or your pet has a medical concern that needs to be looked at, getting scheduled is faster and easier than ever.

Questions? Just give us a call - we’re here to help, and we can’t wait to see you and your pet!

16/07/2025

🍇 Let’s Talk About Grapes!

Grapes, raisins, and currants might be healthy snacks for people, but for our pets, they can be highly toxic and even life-threatening. Dogs, cats, and ferrets are all at risk of developing serious kidney damage or failure after ingesting grapes!

Here’s the important part: there’s no known “safe” amount of grapes. That means:
‼️A small dog could eat a handful and be fine, while a large dog might eat just one and suffer kidney failure.
‼️There’s no way to predict how your individual pet will react. Studies estimate 10–50% of dogs may get sick, with some developing life-threatening symptoms.

While we don’t yet know exactly why grapes are so dangerous (tartaric acid may be to blame), we do know this: if your pet eats grapes, raisins, or currants, it’s an emergency. Call your veterinarian or local ER immediately. Early treatment including induced vomiting, IV fluids, and bloodwork gives your pet the best chance at recovery.

Keep grapes, raisin cookies, trail mix, and other grape-based foods far out of reach from your pets🐶🐱 Snack safely!

15/07/2025

🐱 July 15th is Feline Leukemia Day 🩺
Today we’re spreading awareness about a common but serious feline health concern: Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV). Here's what every cat parent should know:

Despite the name, FeLV isn’t cancer - it’s a virus that affects around 1-2% of cats worldwide. It spreads through close contact or bite wounds and can cause a weakened immune system, making infected cats more prone to illnesses like anemia, eye disease, and certain cancers (including leukemia). Sadly, FeLV-related conditions are typically fatal and can significantly shorten a cat’s life.

The good news is that there’s a highly effective vaccination available for FeLV! This vaccine is recommended for all kittens, and for any cat that goes outside or is contact with other cats. Routine testing for FeLV can also help catch any infections early. This is a very serious disease, but it’s also preventable. Let’s keep our cats safe and healthy! 💙🐾

10/07/2025

July 10th is National Kitten Day! 🎉🐾

🐱💕 One of the cutest days of the year has arrived, and we are here for it! From whiskery little faces to pouncing paws and playful zoomies, kittens are pure joy in a tiny, furry package.

📸 Post your favorite kitten photo in the comments - we want to see your adorable floofs!

Looking to add more kitten time to your life? Now’s the perfect chance to support your local animal shelter or rescue! Summer is known as “kitten season”, when outdoor and feral cats are having litters, and that means shelters are often overflowing with kittens needing care.

Here’s how you can help:
🐾 Donate supplies such as food and litter
🐾 Volunteer your time to clean, cuddle, and help socialize kittens
🐾 Open your home to foster a mama cat or a litter

It’s a win-win: you make a difference and get all the kitten snuggles you can handle! 💖

07/07/2025

💧🐾 Let’s Talk Hydration!

Summer is heating up, and that means it’s more important than ever to make sure your pets stay hydrated! ☀️ Your furry friends should always have access to clean, fresh water year-round, but hot weather can quickly lead to dehydration, especially for large breeds or pets with thick coats.

💦 Pet Tips:
-Dogs and cats don’t sweat like we do - they rely on water to help regulate their temperature 🌡️
-Consider a pet water fountain to encourage drinking, especially for cats who prefer running water
-Watch out for over-drinking too! Gulping too much water too fast can cause vomiting or even bloat.

🚨 Hydration is also an important health indicator! If your pet is constantly at the water bowl or producing a lot of clear urine, it could be a sign of kidney disease, diabetes, or a UTI. If you notice a change, don’t wait - call your veterinarian! 🐶🐱 Let’s keep our pets safe and refreshed this summer! 🌊

03/07/2025

We’re wishing you all a very happy 4th of July weekend!

📍 In the event of an emergency, Pieper Memorial at 730 Randolph Rd in Middletown will remain OPEN 24/7. Our primary care and urgent care services will be closed on Friday 7/4 in observance of the holiday, and will resume regular hours on Saturday 7/5. To make sure you don’t spend your holiday at the veterinarian, here’s a few quick reminders:

🍔 If you’re having a cookout, watch for tasty but dangerous hazards such as bones, fat trimmings, fried or heavily seasoned food, corn cobs, and wooden skewers or food packaging – all of which can cause serious GI upset or blockages.

💥 Keep pets inside or on a leash, and provide a quiet, dark place to hide in the house if the noise from fireworks has them on edge.

🌡️ Watch those temps! It’s going to be warm, so make sure pets stay out of the heat of the day and have full access to water and shade.

Enjoy the holiday weekend! ❤️🐶🐱

30/06/2025

🎆🐾 Fireworks & Pets: Keep Them Safe This 4th of July 🐾🎆

While fireworks light up the sky for us, they can be downright terrifying for our pets. In fact, more pets go missing on the 4th of July than any other night of the year, frightened by the sudden noise and lights.
Here are a few ways to help keep your pets calm and safe this holiday:

--Leave pets at home if you're going out to watch fireworks – their sensitive hearing means they’ll prefer the peace and quiet.
--Don’t leave pets outside in the evening or overnight
--Make sure your pets are wearing up-to-date ID tags
--Keep your dog on a leash or in a securely fenced yard. Even well-trained dogs may panic and run.

About half of all pets experience anxiety from loud noises like fireworks and thunder. Set up a safe space inside your home (like a quiet bedroom or bathroom) and help ease their stress with soft music or white noise, a long-lasting treat or toy, and a calm, reassuring voice.

Let’s make sure the holiday is fun and safe for every member of the family – pets included!

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Monday	10:00 - 20:00
Tuesday	10:00 - 20:00
Wednesday	10:00 - 20:00
Thursday	10:00 - 20:00
Friday	10:00 - 20:00
Saturday	10:00 - 20:00

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+14752712287

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https://www.piepervetstratford.com/

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