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What Should You Do If You Find a Stray Dog?

What Should You Do If You Find a Stray Dog?

A stray dog can be a threat to public health safety, therefore, it is always important to report a dog running at large. It is extremely important to microchip your pets and have a collar on them for visible identification. It is also important to look up your local pet licensing laws, here in Jefferson County, Colorado, it is required to license your pets. This also allows the shelter or animal control to reconnect the dog with the owner faster and supports these non-profit organizations. 
Echo’s Story

Echo’s Story

Echo stayed in our hospital for a few days recently and she wanted to share her story. Echo's mom, Jessica, adopted her from an aunt in Nevada who had rescued her from a shelter. Echo had clearly been abused and cowered each time she heard a noise.
What Happens if Your Pet Sitter Needs to Take Your Pet to the ER

What Happens if Your Pet Sitter Needs to Take Your Pet to the ER

If you are planning to travel and leave your pet behind with a pet sitter, be sure they are left with clear instructions for emergency situations. All too often do we get calls from pet sitters in a panic. Whether it was the pet sitter’s fault or not, you are responsible for making sure they get your pet the veterinary attention it needs.
How to Give Your Pet Fluids at Home

How to Give Your Pet Fluids at Home

A pet may need subcutaneous fluids at home depending on their disease or treatment plan. It can be daunting to poke your pet at home with a needle, but we are here to say that you can do it!!
The Top 5 Cases We See At Our ER Hospital

The Top 5 Cases We See At Our ER Hospital

Our veterinary emergency hospital sees many interesting and heartbreaking cases. We see animals who come in unconscious and non-responsive and animals who simply have an ear infection. Our doctors are super quick on their feet and are ready for any emergency.

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In Memory of Avett

In Memory of Avett

“Avett was born on January 25th, 2013. By the end of March, he was in our loving arms. I’ll never forget the first night we had him how curious he…

Luna Survives a Mountain Lion Attack

Luna Survives a Mountain Lion Attack

On the night of March 24th, 2021, Caitlin & Larry heard their dog Luna barking outside. This did not sound like Luna’s normal warning bark, so Larry ran out to…

How to Give Your Cat Medication

How to Give Your Cat Medication

Cats are the worst to medicate! They are very sensitive around their mouths and have claws that can really hurt you. Even the nicest cat may growl at you. Dosing is…

Why is Vet Care So Expensive?

Why is Vet Care So Expensive?

“You value profits over my pet’s life.” “You don’t care if my pet lives or dies, you just want the money.” “Your prices are absurd; your prices are too high;…

How to Brush Your Long-Haired Cat

How to Brush Your Long-Haired Cat

A long-haired cat is not easy to care for. Many families are not educated on the grooming that is required for a long-haired cat when they purchase a cat from…

How to Give Your Dog Medication

How to Give Your Dog Medication

Medicating a dog can be tough, especially a sick one. It is hard to medicate a dog who doesn’t want to eat or could potentially become aggressive. And many times…

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