Neighborhood Veterinary Care

Neighborhood Veterinary Care Our mission is to serve neighbors with devoted animal health care.

Our veterinary clinic is equipped to provide your pet with the best preventative medicine strategies as well as help solve problems that may arise with their health.

07/18/2025

The clinic will be closing at 3pm today.

☀️ Hot Pavement = Hot Paws! 🐾Summer heat can be dangerous for your pet’s paws. Asphalt, concrete, and even sand and turf...
07/17/2025

☀️ Hot Pavement = Hot Paws! 🐾
Summer heat can be dangerous for your pet’s paws. Asphalt, concrete, and even sand and turf can become scorching hot in the sun and cause painful burns to your pet's pads. Here's how to keep your furry friend safe:

✅ Walk your dog in the early morning or late evening when the ground is cooler.
✅ Use the 7-second test: Place the back of your hand on the pavement. If you can’t hold it there comfortably for 7 seconds, it’s too hot for your pet's paws.
✅ Consider protective booties to shield your dog’s feet from hot surfaces.
✅ Stick to shaded or grassy areas for walks when possible.

🚫 Avoid walking your dog on surfaces like blacktop or sand during peak sun hours — these can reach over 130°F on a 90°F day!

💡 Signs of burned paw pads: limping, licking paws, dark or red pads, blisters, or reluctance to walk.

Let’s keep those paws safe this summer! If you suspect a paw injury or burn, give us a call right away.

July 15 is Feline Leukemia Day. Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is one of the most common infectious diseases in cats, but ...
07/15/2025

July 15 is Feline Leukemia Day. Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is one of the most common infectious diseases in cats, but with awareness, testing, and vaccination, it’s also one of the most preventable.

What you should know:
🔸 FeLV weakens a cat’s immune system and can lead to serious illness
🔸 It spreads through close contact, grooming, shared bowls, or bites
🔸 Outdoor cats and kittens are especially at risk
🔸 Many cats with FeLV can live happy lives with proper care
🔸 There is a vaccine available to help prevent it

We recommend FeLV testing for:
🔹 All new cats or kittens
🔹 Cats going outdoors or living with other cats
🔹 Cats showing signs of illness or weight loss

Today is a great day to schedule a test, discuss vaccination, or ask questions about your cat’s risk. We're here to help you make the best choices for your feline family.

Summer fun often means pools, lakes, and beach days and many pets love to join in! But water play comes with risks. Here...
07/12/2025

Summer fun often means pools, lakes, and beach days and many pets love to join in! But water play comes with risks. Here's how to keep your furry swimmer safe:

💧 Supervise at all times, just like with kids, never leave pets unattended near water.
🦺 Use a pet life jacket, especially for small breeds, older pets, or those new to swimming.
🚫 Not all dogs can swim, some breeds like bulldogs, pugs, and dachshunds can struggle or sink.
🚿 Rinse after swimming, chlorine, saltwater, or lake bacteria can irritate skin or cause illness.
🐶 Watch for fatigue, pets may overexert themselves without realizing it, especially in waves or current.
🦠 Avoid unsafe water, blue-green algae and stagnant ponds can be toxic.
🐕‍🦺 Pool safety matters too, teach your dog where the steps are and keep fences/gates closed when not in use.

Whether it’s poolside lounging or river fetch, a little caution ensures your pet’s summer is all fun and no emergency vet visits.

Heat-Related Illness in pets is very serious. Summer heat can be dangerous for pets, especially during outdoor play or t...
07/10/2025

Heat-Related Illness in pets is very serious. Summer heat can be dangerous for pets, especially during outdoor play or travel. Heat stress can quickly escalate to heat exhaustion or even heat stroke, a life-threatening emergency. Know the progression of heat related illness.

☀️Heat Stress: Panting, widened tongue, pasty saliva, or slower behavior
☀️Heat Exhaustion: Vomiting, muscle tremors, sunken eyes, and uncontrolled panting
☀️Heat Stroke: Collapse, seizures, dark urine, confusion, or coma

If your pet shows any of these symptoms, act fast:
- Move them to a cool, shaded area
- Use tepid (not cold) water to gently start cooling
- Call your vet clinic immediately and head that way with the A/C on or windows cracked

Prevention is key: Always provide shade, water, and avoid midday heat. Never leave pets in cars, even for a short time.

Happy Independence Day, from all of us at Neighborhood Veterinary Care, we wish you a safe and joyful 4th of July! Just ...
07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day, from all of us at Neighborhood Veterinary Care, we wish you a safe and joyful 4th of July!

Just a reminder, the clinic is closed today in observance of the holiday. Normal business hours return on Monday July, 7th.

Summer cookouts are a blast, but they can pose hidden risks for our four-legged friends. A little prevention goes a long...
07/02/2025

Summer cookouts are a blast, but they can pose hidden risks for our four-legged friends. A little prevention goes a long way to keeping tails wagging all summer long! Before you fire up the grill this summer, keep these pet safety tips in mind:

🔥The Grill: Hot surfaces that can cause burns, even after the grill is off. Keep curious noses and paws at a safe distance!
🌭BBQ Food: Many picnic favorites are toxic or too rich for pets. Make sure guests know what’s off-limits.
🦴Cooked Bones: These can splinter and cause choking or internal blockages. Skip the scraps!
🗑Garbage: Tempting smells can lead to trouble. Keep trash bags sealed and out of reach.

Did you know that 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime? July is Lost Pet Prevention Month, and the Fourth of Ju...
07/01/2025

Did you know that 1 in 3 pets will go missing in their lifetime? July is Lost Pet Prevention Month, and the Fourth of July is one of the most common times pets go missing! Fireworks, loud noises, and open doors during celebrations and nice weather can all lead to pets running off. Let’s keep your furry family members safe and home where they belong. A few simple steps now can save a lot of heartache later.

Here are some tips to prevent lost pets
🔸 Make sure collars & ID tags are secure and up to date
🔸 Double-check fences, doors, and gates at home
🔸 Use a secure leash or harness during walks
🔸 Keep pets indoors during fireworks, even outdoor loving pets
🔸 Microchip your pet and ensure your information is registered correctly
🔸 Snap a current photo of your pet just in case

Wishing you and your pets a safe and happy Fourth of July! If your pet needs medications to get through the fireworks give us a call today!

Don't forget these tips over the Fourth of July holiday! We will be closed on the 4th! If you need medications for your ...
06/30/2025

Don't forget these tips over the Fourth of July holiday!

We will be closed on the 4th! If you need medications for your pets call us before it's too late!

Fireworks and furry friends don’t always mix. As we get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July, don’t forget that loud n...
06/26/2025

Fireworks and furry friends don’t always mix. As we get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July, don’t forget that loud noises and bright lights can be scary for pets.

Here are a few simple tips to keep your pets safe and calm during the fireworks:

🔒 Keep them indoors – Fireworks can frighten pets and cause them to run away.
🪟 Create a quiet, comfy space – Close windows, draw the curtains, and play calming music.
🆔 Update ID tags and microchip information – In case your pet does get out.
💊 Talk to your vet about calming solutions – There are safe options available for anxious pets.
🚫 Leave pets at home – Fireworks shows can be overwhelming and dangerous for animals.

Let’s make this Independence Day safe for everyone, especially our four-legged friends.

Save up to $60 on summer preventatives! Head over to our online store and see what savings you can get!
06/24/2025

Save up to $60 on summer preventatives! Head over to our online store and see what savings you can get!

We would like to wish Dr. Shawn a very happy birthday! 🥳 We hope you have a wonderful day! If you see her tell her happy...
06/24/2025

We would like to wish Dr. Shawn a very happy birthday! 🥳 We hope you have a wonderful day! If you see her tell her happy birthday!

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Tripp, SD

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16059356820

Website

https://linktr.ee/nvc2019

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