Hudson Road Animal Hospital

04/23/2025

Today is Parvo Awareness Day. Did you know parvovirus is a highly contagious and potentially deadly disease for dogs? Protect your furry friends by staying informed and taking preventive steps!
✅ Vaccinate your dog – it’s the #1 way to prevent parvo.
✅ Keep puppies and unvaccinated dogs away from high-risk areas like dog parks or places with unknown dogs.
✅ Watch for symptoms: vomiting, bloody diarrhea, lethargy, and dehydration. Early detection saves lives!
At Hudson Road Animal Hospital, we’re here to help keep your pets safe and healthy. Schedule your dog’s vaccination today and let’s fight parvo together! 💪🐶

04/22/2025

🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱
Today, we celebrate our planet and all the ways we can protect it—for ourselves and our furry friends. 🌿🐾 Whether it’s using eco-friendly pet products, picking up after your pet, or supporting sustainable practices, every small action makes a big difference.
Let’s work together to keep the Earth a beautiful, healthy place for generations of pets and people to come. 💚

04/21/2025

This week, we’re giving a HUGE round of applause to the incredible team members who keep tails wagging and clients smiling every single day! 👏💖

💬 Our Client Services staff are the friendly voices on the phone, the warm smiles at the front desk, and the superheroes who make every visit seamless.

✂️ Our Groomers work their magic to make every pet look and feel their best — with style, care, and lots of love.

🏡 And our Boarding Attendants are the behind-the-scenes champions, ensuring pets are safe, happy, and cared for like family while they're with us.

Thank you for your hard work, passion, and dedication — we couldn’t do it without you! 🐶🐱

Drop a 🐾 in the comments to show some love for our amazing team! 💕

04/20/2025

🐰 Happy Easter! 🐾🌸
Wishing you and your furry family a day full of joy, love, and maybe a few extra belly rubs. 🐣💙

04/17/2025

Both dogs and cats make coming home that much sweeter!

04/16/2025

Fozzie Bear is celebrating his 7th birthday with HRAH today! Happy birthday Fozzie Bear! 🥳

04/16/2025

Happy Haiku Poetry Day! 🐾🌸 A haiku is a short, three-line poem with a 5-7-5 syllable structure (see ours below!)

Now it’s your turn! Write a haiku about your pet and share it in the comments. We can’t wait to see your poetic creations! 🐶🐱

04/15/2025

Check out this cutie that came to visit us today! Sally is ready for the sunshine in her visor!

04/15/2025

With Easter around the corner, lilies are everywhere—but did you know they’re extremely toxic to cats? 🌷🐾 Even a small amount of pollen, leaves, or water from the vase can cause kidney failure, which can be fatal if not treated immediately.

To keep your feline friends safe, avoid bringing lilies into your home altogether. Opt for pet-safe flowers like roses, sunflowers, or orchids instead.
If you suspect your cat has come into contact with a lily, contact your vet or an emergency clinic right away. Prevention is the best way to protect your furry family member! 💙

04/14/2025

April is Stress Awareness Month, and just like us, our pets can feel stressed too! Knowing the signs and causes can help you keep your furry friends calm and happy.
Signs of stress in pets:
🐶 Dogs: Excessive barking, pacing, panting, drooling, or changes in appetite.
🐱 Cats: Hiding, excessive grooming, loss of appetite, or aggressive behavior.

Common causes of stress:
🏠 Changes in routine or environment (moving, new pets, or visitors).
🎇 Loud noises (thunderstorms, fireworks, or construction).
🐕‍🦺 Separation anxiety or boredom.
🩺 Illness or pain (always rule out medical issues with your vet).
If your pet seems stressed, try creating a safe, quiet space, using calming products (like pheromone diffusers), or increasing playtime and mental stimulation. And if you’re concerned, don’t hesitate to reach out to your vet for advice!
Let’s work together to keep our pets happy, healthy, and stress-free. 💙

04/11/2025

April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month, and being prepared can make all the difference in an emergency! 🐾🚑

Every pet parent should have a pet first aid kit stocked with essentials like:
✅ Gauze, bandages, and adhesive tape
✅ Antiseptic wipes and ointment
✅ Tweezers (for splinters or ticks)
✅ Scissors with blunt ends
✅ A digital thermometer (pet-safe!)
✅ Hydrogen peroxide (for inducing vomiting—only if directed by your vet)
✅ Our contact info and the nearest emergency clinic’s number [WE RECOMMEND The Animal Emergency and Referral Center in Oakdale (651) 501-3766 or St. Paul (651) 293-1800]

It’s also helpful to know basic procedures like:
🐾 Pet CPR: Learn how to perform chest compressions and rescue breathing.
🐾 Bandaging: Practice wrapping wounds to stop bleeding or protect injuries.
🐾 Heimlich maneuver: Know how to help a choking pet.
Consider taking a pet first aid course or asking your vet for tips—it could save your pet’s life! And remember, first aid is not a substitute for veterinary care, so always follow up with your vet after an emergency.

04/10/2025

🚫🌸 Lilies + Cats = A Dangerous Mix! 🐾⚠️

As beautiful as lilies are, they’re highly toxic to cats — even just brushing against the petals or licking a bit of pollen can lead to kidney failure.

With the holiday season in full swing and fresh flowers filling homes, make sure your festive arrangements are feline-friendly.

✅ Choose cat-safe alternatives like roses, orchids, or sunflowers
❌ Skip all lilies: Easter, Tiger, Asiatic, Day, and Stargazer lilies — they’re all dangerous

Let’s keep our furry friends safe and healthy this season!

04/10/2025

Many cat lovers don't realize the danger of these common flowers. Protect you feline & canine friends and don't bring these lilies indoors or gift them to homes with pets.

There are several types of lilies that are toxic to cats. Toxic lilies are of the Lilium and Hemerocallis species and commonly referred to as Easter lilies, ...

04/09/2025

April is Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month, and it’s the perfect time to protect your pup from this serious tick-borne illness. 🐾🦠
Lyme disease is caused by bacteria transmitted through tick bites and can lead to symptoms like fever, joint pain, and lethargy. In severe cases, it can even affect the kidneys, heart, or nervous system. The good news? It’s preventable!

Here’s how you can keep your dog safe:
✅ Use vet-recommended tick prevention year-round.
✅ Check your dog for ticks after walks or outdoor play.
✅ Keep your yard tidy to reduce tick habitats.
✅ Schedule regular check-ups so we can catch any issues early.

If your dog needs tick prevention or if you want more information about the Lyme vaccine or Lyme prevention, give us a call! Let’s work together to keep your furry friend happy, healthy, and tick-free. 🐶💙

04/07/2025

Happy Siamese Cat Day! 🐾🎉 With their stunning blue eyes, sleek coats, and talkative nature, Siamese cats are truly one-of-a-kind. Whether they’re serenading you with their meows or ruling your home with their sassy attitude, these cats are impossible not to adore.

Do you have a Siamese cat? We’d love to see them! Show off your sleek, sassy companion in the comments below. 👇😻

04/05/2025

We would love to see you at the Woodbury Community Expo today! We will be here from 10 AM until 3 PM.
You can spin our prize wheel and enter a raffle to win a gift basket of pet related goodies.
At Woodbury High School -
Woodbury Area Chamber of Commerce

04/04/2025

April is Heartworm Awareness Month, and we’re here to remind you that prevention is always better (and often less expensive!) than treatment. 🐾💙

If your pet needs a refill on their heartworm prevention or it’s been a while since their last test, give us a call! Let’s work together to keep your furry friend safe, healthy, and heartworm-free.

04/02/2025

Did you know picking up after your pet isn’t just polite—it’s also better for the environment and helps keep other pets, people, and our community safe, healthy, and happy? 🐾💚

This week is Pooper Scooper Week, and a great reminder to us all to do our part to keep parks, sidewalks, and neighborhoods clean. Grab a bag, scoop the p**p, and make a difference—one scoop at a time!