Call us today to schedule an appointment to microchip your pet.

Click here for interesting facts concerning microchips.

Housebreaking

Begin as soon as the puppy arrives in your home. Young puppies should be taken out immediately upon waking and just before retiring, as well as multiple times during the day. Most puppies cannot "hold it" for long periods so it will be necessary to take the puppy out almost every hour at first (especially after periods of play, naps, and mealtimes), and then gradually increase the amount of time between visits to the "bathroom." Take the puppy to the same area each time and praise it immediately and enthusiastically when it eliminates. Do not play with, or talk to, the puppy until after it has eliminated. Remember, if the puppy doesn't eliminate outside, its urine and feces are being saved for deposit inside your house!

Keeping up with Pet Care
1) Don’t skimp on wellness care! Too many diseases and parasites are prevented by inexpensive vaccines and medications.
2) When emergencies occur, talk to your veterinarian. Don’t try to treat the wound yourself with bandages or topical ointments. These steps are rarely helpful.
4) Never give human medications to your pets without authorization from your veterinarian. Many pet poisonings are due to this well-intentioned act.
5) Do exercise with your pet! A tired pet is a happy pet and less likely to look for trouble!
6) Keep your pet’s weight at optimal levels. Obese pets are prone to costly diseases like diabetes, arthritis and certain cancers.
7) Love your pet each day! These daily touches can find little lumps and bumps before they turn into big expensive masses!
8) Consider a pet health savings plan or even insurance for your pet. A little money put aside today could be a life-saver for your pet tomorrow.
9) Talk with your veterinarian about the essentials of your pet’s care.

The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC)
Click here for more information

Please click to learn about pet obesity. Video attached.

http://www.mybestfriendsveterinaryhospital.com/veterinary_topics/372_Overweight_Pets.html

Best Friends Veterinary Hospital Referral Program!

Tell your friends about us and give them this card to bring in on their first visit. Your friend will instantly get $20 off of their bill and you will be sent a check for $20.00!

Holiday Special

Happy Holidays!!

Whew Have We Been Busy!

Welcome to all new guests we had visit for the first time over the Thanksgiving break. We sure had a good time playing with all the new dogs and cats.

Some of you even enjoyed our specially prepared Thanksgiving meal. We enjoyed serving it on Thanksgiving Day.

And we welcomed back dozens of familiar friends--so good to see y'all.

We are expecting another busy time coming up as the winter holidays approach, and we are all looking forward to it. We will offer another Holiday Meal with turkey & rice, sweet potato biscuits and chunks of chicken on top.

We are almost fully booked so hurry to make a reservation if you have not yet.

Happy Holidays

Bestfriends Pet Care Staff

Holiday Toxin Tips from Pet Poison Helpline Help Keep Your Pet Safe. Tips on holiday foods, plants and decorations that can put your pet at risk. The holidays are stressful enough without having to worry about a potentially poisoned pet. Below is a list of holiday-related decorations, plants and food items that the veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline recommend keeping away from pets.

Click here for list of Poisonous plants and dangerous holiday decorations.
http://www.petpoisonhelpline.com/
Have a safe Holiday Season!