Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists

14/07/2025

Welcome Dr. Penny Regier, ACVS to Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists!

We're thrilled to have this accomplished board-certified surgeon join our team. Dr. Regier brings exceptional expertise in soft tissue surgery and minimally invasive procedures, with a distinguished background as a tenured Professor at University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.

As a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons and current President of the Society of Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery, Dr. Regier combines world-class surgical skills with genuine compassion for every patient.

An Oklahoma native and OSU graduate, Dr. Regier is excited to return home with her family. When she's not providing expert surgical care, she enjoys outdoor adventures, reading, and spending time with her husband Jake, children Aven and James, and their three cats.

Your pet's surgical needs are now in even more capable hands with Dr. Regier's expertise available at Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists.
https://www.okvets.com/team/penny-regier-acvs

11/07/2025

Happy Friday Funny 🐾

10/07/2025

How are you celebrating National Kitten Day?

We would love to see pictures of your feline friends!

07/07/2025

When temperatures climb near 100 degrees or higher, your pets face serious risks from heat exhaustion and heat stroke. These life-threatening conditions can develop within minutes.

Bring your companions indoors during extreme heat. Never leave pets in cars, even with windows cracked, as temperatures can become deadly in minutes.

Watch for these symptoms of overheating:

🐾 Excessive panting or labored breathing
🐾 Increased heart rate
🐾 Heavy drooling
🐾 Weakness or collapse
🐾 Seizures
🐾 Bloody diarrhea or vomiting
🐾 Body temperature exceeding 104 degrees

Flat-faced breeds like bulldogs, pugs, and Persian cats are especially vulnerable due to their shortened airways.

If you notice these signs, move your pet to a cool area and contact your veterinarian right away. For severe symptoms, bring your pet to Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists immediately.

Our emergency team is available 24/7 to provide urgent care when your pet needs it most. Don't wait when heat-related illness strikes – every minute matters.

04/07/2025

Pet emergencies don't take holidays, and neither do we. Our dedicated team is available 24/7, 365 days a year – including the 4th of July.

From all of us at Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists, we're proud to serve the pets and families of this great nation, whenever you need us most.

03/07/2025

As we celebrate Independence Day this week, we're reminded that heroes come in all shapes and sizes – including four paws.

Meet Cairo, a Belgian Malinois who served alongside Navy SEALs in the mission that took down Osama bin Laden. This brave canine parachuted into enemy territory and helped secure one of the most significant operations in American history. Cairo's courage and dedication exemplify the incredible bond between humans and their loyal companions.

This week we honor all the military working dogs who have served our country with unwavering loyalty and bravery. Their sacrifice and service will never be forgotten.

From all of us at Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists, we're proud to care for the pets of this great nation 🇺🇸

It's very cool that a military working dog seemed to be instrumental in the Delta Force operation that took out Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State, on Sunday. This is another demonstration of how important dogs are to our most crucial military operations. (Recall Cairo, the Belgian Malinois who accompanied Navy Seal Team 6 on the Osama bin Laden raid in 2011.) If you need more background on the op here's a Spec Ops story http://bit.ly/31XOdGE, which is the source of this photo. I hope that when the time is right, we will learn more about this dog, who is also a Malinois, and just what this four-legged hero did. We know the dog sustained injuries, but we don't know the extent. Here's to this very special soldier's recovery, and to all those involved in this extraordinary operation.

01/07/2025

🇺🇸 Fourth of July Pet Safety Tips 🇺🇸

Fireworks can be terrifying for our beloved companions. Here are simple ways to help them feel secure during celebrations:

🏠 Keep them inside where they feel safest
🛏️ Create a cozy hiding spot with their favorite blanket
🎵 Use white noise or calming music to muffle sounds
🏷️ Double-check ID tags and microchip information
👥 Stay home with them if possible - your presence is comforting
🧩 Keep them occupied with puzzle toys or special treats

If anxiety becomes overwhelming or if they escape and get injured, our emergency team is here 24/7.

30/06/2025

These remarkable pups have come such a long way!

Darby, Tilly, Holden, Atticus, and Scout were discovered in rural Oklahoma in heartbreaking condition - starving, hairless, and suffering from severe mange.

Today, at 3 months old, these believed shepherd mixes have transformed completely. Their beautiful coats have grown in, and they've been wonderful ambassadors at adoption events. Yet despite their incredible recovery and sweet personalities, they're still waiting for their forever families.

Sometimes the most deserving pets are overlooked simply because they're not the flashiest or most unique. These five have shown incredible resilience and deserve families who will love them for exactly who they are.

Apply at SPACAR.org/dogs
Foster opportunities at spacar.org/foster
Every pet deserves a second chance at happiness.

27/06/2025

It’s going to good use, at least!

Happy Friday Funny 🐾

24/06/2025

Reading these grateful reviews affirms our purpose. Providing advanced veterinary expertise around the clock is both our honor and our promise.

Thank you, Jan, for trusting OVS.

20/06/2025

5 second rule!

Happy Friday Funny 🐾

15/06/2025

Happy Father's Day to all the pet dads out there 🐾

Whether you're the one who said "we're not getting a pet" but now carries photos of your dog in your wallet, or you've been your pet's biggest advocate from day one – today we celebrate you.

From midnight walks during emergencies to being the calm voice during scary moments, pet fathers show their love in countless ways. Your dedication to your four-legged family members doesn't go unnoticed.

To every dad who's held a sick pet through the night, researched the best care options, and made those tough decisions with love and courage – thank you for being the father your pets needed.

Our team at Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists is honored to support you in caring for your beloved companions, whenever you need us most.