Union Veterinary Clinic

05/14/2022

National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day - Friendship Hospital for Animals

Today is National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day. Friendship Hospital has a great blog post of how to best be prepared for your pets in case of a natural disaster: https://www.friendshiphospital.com/friendship-news/national-animal-disaster-preparedness-day/ #NationalAnimalDisasterPreparednessDay

Disaster preparation: Disasters can be anything from fire, flood, tornado, snow storm or terrorist attack. Preparing your family and pets for emergencies now will help determine your future success in such of an event. Know what disasters could affect your area and which that could call for an evacu...

05/08/2022

Happy Fifth Workiversary, Bryce!! #veterinaryreceptionist #customerservicerepresentative #veterinaryCSR #veterinarysupportstaffrock #workiversary #workanniversary

05/07/2022

Wildfire Community Preparedness Day | NFPA

Today is National Wildfire Community Preparedness Day! https://www.nfpa.org/Events/Events/National-Wildfire-Community-Preparedness-Day

#NationalWildfireCommunityPreparednessDay #WildfirePreparedness

Commit a couple of hours, or the entire day and join others throughout the nation making communities a safer place to live every May.

05/07/2022

Senior pets

The theme for the last day of National Pet Week is fitting: "Plan for their care: Give them a lifetime of love" Senior pets can require additional care, please see AVMA's resources here: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/senior-pets #NationalPetWeek #AVMA #seniorpetlove

Older pets may develop age-related problems. Good care allows them to live happy, healthy and active lives in their senior years.

05/06/2022

Be Kind to Animals

National Pet Week also coincides with Be Kind to Animals Week! This is one of the oldest commemorative weeks in US history. Be Kind to Animals Week strives to educate people about humane practices in every aspect of human-animal interaction. Learn more here https://www.americanhumane.org/BeKind/ #BeKindtoAnimalsWeek #AmericanHumane #Humaneconsumption #HumaneMovieProduction #BeKindtoAnimals

Founded in 1877, American Humane is committed to ensuring the safety, welfare and well-being of animals.

05/05/2022

May is Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month! While this event may be sponsored by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America that mostly focuses on spreading awareness for human allergies, it is also an important concern for pets. Many dogs and cats have allergies that present with skin symptoms, paw chewing, over-grooming, hot spots and more. If you notice these symptoms in your pet, make sure to set up an appointment with your veterinarian to discuss treatment and prevention options. #asthmaandallergyawarenessmonth #petallergies

05/05/2022

Service Animal Eye Exam

May is National Service Dog Eye Examination Month! https://www.acvoeyeexam.org/ #NationalServiceDogEyeExaminationMonth #servicedogappreciation

We are pleased to announce that after working with our diplomate members and our sponsor, the 2022 ACVO/Epicur National Service Animal Eye Exam Event will be taking place in 2022 on a limited basis!

05/05/2022

National Pet Week 2022 – Traveling with your pet

Today's theme for National Pet Week is "Travel with care!" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRTjiOYChWs #AVMA #Nationalpetweek #unionvetclinic #travelingwithpets

Hitting the road with your pet? This National Pet Week, learn more about what you’ll need to ensure your trip is a happy and memorable one.

05/04/2022

Money tips for caring pet owners

Today's theme from AVMA for National Pet Week is "Love your pet? See your vet!" Take a look at AVMA's tips for affording pet care here: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/money-tips-caring-pet-owners #nationalpetweek #AVMA #unionvetclinic

Everyone is trying to save money these days, including pet owners. But cutting back on preventive care can compromise a pet's health ... and cost more in the long run.

05/03/2022

National Pet Week - Nutrition

"Nutrition and exercise matter" is today's theme for National Pet Week. Take a look at the AVMA's video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCnmsV79nik #nationalpetweek #petnutrition #unionvetclinic #AVMA

We want to treat our pets right but the treats can add up. During National Pet Week, be sure to take some time to discuss your pet's proper nutrition with yo...

05/02/2022

National Pet Week 2022 – Socializing your pet

"Socialize now: New doesn't have to be scary" is today's theme for National Pet Week! Check out the AVMA's video about socializing your pet here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7X2CSDDt_e0

#unionvetclinic #AVMA #NationalPetWeek #petsocialization #responsiblepetownership

It’s a big world out there but you and your pet have each other so it doesn’t have to be scary! How can you help your pet get comfortable in new situations? ...

05/02/2022

Front Desk Receptionist Rebecca has been with Union Vet for 9 years as of today! #workanniversary #workiversary #unionvetclinic #veterinaryreceptionist

05/01/2022

Selecting a pet for your family

Today for National Pet Week, the theme is "Choose well: Commit for Life" Take a look at the AVMA's tips for selecting a pet that's right for you and your family https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/selecting-pet-your-family

Your pet-owning experience will be most enjoyable if you consider carefully what type of pet best suits your family, home, and lifestyle.

05/01/2022

May 1-7 is National Pet Week! We will post tips from the AVMA's daily themes everyday this week. #NationalPetWeek #AVMAnationalpetweek #unionvetclinic

04/30/2022

World Veterinary Day 2022 - World Veterinary Day 2022

April 30th is also World Veterinary Day! The theme this year is to celebrate veterinary resilience worldwide. https://worldveterinaryday.com/world-veterinary-day-2022/ #WorldVeterinaryDay #VeterinaryResilience #UnionVetClinic

Happy World Veterinary Day 2022! We are so excited to celebrate this special day with all of our veterinary professional friends around the world. This day

04/30/2022

April 30th is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day!! #AdoptAShelterPetDay #NationalAdoptAShelterPetDay

04/29/2022

The Danger of Hairballs

Today is National Hairball Awareness Day. While that may sound silly, if your cat has hairballs more than every once in a while, it can potentially be the sign of a health concern. Always mention to your vet if your pet seems to be coughing up hairballs on a frequent basis. Learn more here:

https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/danger-hairballs

Suggested Articles A Hairy Dilemma Vomiting Lung Ailments: A Widespread Source of Feline Woe Feline Asthma: A Risky Business for Many Cats Anesthesia A large clump of ingested hair can block a cat's intestinal tract and pose a deadly threat. Here's how to prevent them. Every so often, your otherwise...

04/29/2022

Emergency care

"Emergencies Happen: Be Prepared" is the theme today for National Pet Week. AVMA has a link of several vet emergency resources, including pet first aid here: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/emergency-care #emergencypreparedness #AVMA #NationalPetWeek

Emergency care of animals - information for veterinarians and their clients.

04/28/2022

Take Back Day

Do you have expired medications for you or your pets at home and have been wondering of an efficient way to dispose of them? This Saturday, April 30th from 10am-2pm, the DEA is hosting Natonal Rx Drug TakeBack Day at thousands of locations. They will take any presciption medication that is not liquid or in a syringe (capsules, tablets, patches etc are all accepted) To find the closest location to you, visit https://www.dea.gov/takebackday

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvTwflgSv3w&t=15s

The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health, encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications fro...

04/27/2022

International Guide Dogs Day - Behind the News

Happy International Guide Dog Day!

https://youtu.be/BqLdO3LBvlg

#internationalguidedogday2022 #petiquette #guidedogs

April 28th is International Guide Dog Day, which celebrates the highly trained canines that make an enormous difference to the lives of people who are blind ...

04/27/2022

Happy National Veterinary Receptionist Week!! #nationalveterinaryreceptionistweek #veterinaryreceptionistappreciation #Customerservicerepresentative #unionvetclinic

04/20/2022

Say hello to our handsome kitty friend, Jacob! #unionvetclinic #handsomecat #floofycatsofinstagram

04/18/2022

Union Vet patients Rosie and Kittleson are enjoying a beautiful stroll amongst the cherry blossoms! We can’t handle how cute they are! #cherryblossomsdc #cherryblossomseason🌸 #catsinstrollers #prettykitties

04/18/2022

Happy Birthday to our Veterinary Receptionist, Katie! #unionvetclinic #veterinaryreceptionist #CustomerServiceRepresentative

04/10/2022

National Dog Bite Prevention Week

April 10-16th is National Dog Bite Prevention Week! You can learn more about preventing dog bites and teaching children how to safely and respectfully interact with dogs here: https://www.avma.org/events/national-dog-bite-prevention-week #PreventDogBites #nationaldogbitepreventionweek

National Dog Bite Prevention Week® takes place during the second full week of April each year, and aims to educate people about preventing dog bites

04/09/2022

Animal Cruelty Prevention Month

April is Animal Cruelty Prevention Month! https://www.justice.gov/archives/opa/blog/animal-cruelty-prevention-month#:~:text=April%20is%20widely%20recognized%20by,the%20issue%20of%20animal%20cruelty.

If you witness a local act of animal cruelty, please call DC Animal Control at (202) 723-5730 (this line available 24/7)

April is widely recognized by many national and local organizations as a time to renew awareness of the issue of animal cruelty. The images that we often see of animal cruelty cases can be profoundly disturbing – they strike a deep chord within us and raise concerns about related crimes, including...

04/09/2022

Lyme disease: A pet owner's guide

April is Prevention of Lyme Disease in Dogs Month. To learn more about lyme disease in dogs, it's causes, and how to prevent it, please visit: https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/lyme-disease-pet-owners-guide

Transmitted through tick bites, Lyme disease can be hard to detect and cause serious, recurring health issues. It's best to prevent it by preventing tick bites.

04/07/2022

April 7th is World Health Day sponsored by WHO. Today is a day to bring awareness to the manmade factors affecting the health of people worldwide. Visit https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-health-day/2022 to see how you can help. #worldhealthday2022 #worldhealthday #WHO #safewaterforall #waterisarightnotacommodity

04/07/2022

We are excited to announce that we now offer shipping of your pets medications, prescription diets and monthly preventatives straight to your door through Vitus Vet Ship Rx! You can now request refills, make payments and arrange delivery for your pets medications all in the Vitus Vet App. Download it today!

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vitusvet.android

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vitusvet/id955252538

04/06/2022

Good Morning! Everything has been going well with reopening our lobby to everyone this week, and we wanted to thank everyone for helping it run so smoothly! Please make sure to remember your mask when you come to visit 😷🙂If you forgot your mask, we are happy to provide you with one by the door.

Remember, you no longer need to call to check in--feel free to join us in the lobby and the front desk will assist you. If you would prefer a curbside appointment due to health concerns, please let us know in advance when scheduling your pet's appointment.

We are so happy to finally be approaching some return to normalcy, many thanks to all of our amazing clients who helped us get through these past two years of COVID protocols. You all are fantastic, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

04/03/2022

April is National Heartworm Awareness Month! While many associate heartworms with the type of parasites that can infect your pet's intestines, but heartworms are actually transferred via mosquito and eventually infest the heart of your pet. Once a pet has become heartworm positive, it becomes very difficult to treat! This is why heartworm prevention every month is SO important. If you have questions about your pet's heartworm prevention or if you need to pick up more preventatives, you can reach the clinic at 202-544-2500 #nationalheartwormawarenessmonth #heartwormprevention #americanheartwormsociety

04/02/2022

April is also National Frog Month! Frogs are an important part of our ecosystem and conservation fo them is crucial. Learn more here: https://savethefrogs.com/ #nationalfrogmonth #savethefrogs #frogsrock

04/02/2022

April 2nd is Every Day is Tag Day! This holiday is meant to remind pet owners to make sure their pets are wearing up to date identification, especially if these pets ever go outside. If your pet has a microchip, it is also recommended to update your phone number and address on file with the company if any of your contact information changes. #everydayistagday ##identificationtagsfordogs

04/01/2022

April is American Red Cross Pet First Aid Awareness Month! You can register for online classes for Pet First Aid here: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/first-aid/cat-dog-first-aid #americanredcross #americanredcrosspetfirstaidawareness #petfirstaid #safetyfirst