April 2020

COVID-19 & Pets
With the ongoing concerns about COVID-19 affecting our pets, Dr. Plummer, the owner of Critter Care Animal Hospital, wanted to go into detail about the information we know so far on this topic. Please click the link below to view the video.
https://youtu.be/dY-AV37jk-k

Poisonous Food for Animals

Most of us are spending a lot more time at home these days as stay at home orders are in place. While this means that we get to spend more time with our pets, it is very important to be aware of the foods we are cooking and ordering. A lot of common ingredients in our everyday meals can be toxic to pets. These toxic foods include: grapes, raisins, onions, chives, garlic, chocolate, avocados, caffeine, alcohol, fatty foods, bones, and xylitol, which is commonly found in sugar free gum and candy.

Here are some tips to remember to keep our fur babies safe:

• Keep your pantry door shut
• Be diligent about picking up yourself and your children
• Be careful about what foods are within reach of your pets
• Put groceries away in a timely manner
• Be mindful about what foods you’re offering to your pets

In the event your pet gets into any of these food items or you have any concerns, we are still here for you during our normal business hours. We are providing in-hospital, curbside, drop-off, and telemedicine services. Our telemedicine consults will also be available after hours at (346) 208-4861. To ensure that everyone is able to keep their pet’s up to date on vaccines and preventions during this time; we also have extended our open house discounts. This includes 30% off all vaccines and a free heartworm test with the purchase of a year supply of heartworm prevention. If you would like to schedule an appointment or have any questions at all, please give us a call at (281) 494-7700.

Heartworm Awareness Month is upon us!

Heartworms are a parasite that both dogs and cats can become infected with. Heartworms are transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito and through the bloodstream, they eventually invade the heart. The damage done by heartworms can be lifelong and even fatal. Indoor pets are at risk too, as mosquitoes can come inside our homes and thrive in most environments. Due to our climate in the Houston area, heartworm season is year round. Treatment for heartworms in dogs can be very difficult, expensive, and sometimes unsuccessful. There is currently no treatment available for cats. To promote the importance of keeping your pet on heartworm prevention, we are offering a FREE heartworm test with the purchase of a year supply of heartworm prevention. If you’d like to schedule an appointment to have your pet treated for heartworms, give us a call at 281-494-7700