Monday, November 30, 2015

We value your pets dental health!!!!!

  This is the time to take a closer look at your pet's dental health. Dental health is a very important part of your pet’s overall health.  Dental problems can often cause or be caused by other health problems.  This is why each year we raise awareness of the importance of veterinary dentistry though our extended Pet Dental Month incentives.

From now until March 31st we will be take 20% off our basic dental services. To ensure that your pet can maintain their new beautiful smile, you will also get a homecare dental kit to take with you.*

Bad breath is not the only indication that your p
et may need a dental. Call to schedule your pet's dental service today!!!


*While supplies last, dental xrays, extractions and bloodwork are excluded. 

Local Business join Animal Hospital to help pets in need!!!!!!!!!!


ANIMAL HOSPITALS PARTNER FOR COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVE
 November 14th through December 19th
Hospital Will Match Food Donations*
WHO/WHAT:
VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital’s and Weston Animal Hospital join forces once again to spread the word about the Broward Meals on Wheels (BMOW) for Companion Animals Food Drive by offering drop off sites for food donation at both hospital locations.  Donations of canned and dry food for cats & dogs made from November 14th- December 19th, 2015 will be deposited into BMOW for Pets’ food bank and portions will be matched by the VCAHAH*.

“Both our hospitals are dedicated to caring for our pet community and when the chance to work together again was presented we jumped at the chance.”
            Linda Ream, VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital, Communication Coordinator
This partnership epitomizes our combined commitment to community support. Donations of canned and dry food for cats & dogs made from November 14th- December 19th, 2015 will be deposited into BMOW for Pets’ food bank and portions will be matched by the VCAHAH*.
For additional information on BMOW, please visit http://www.bmow.org/our-services/.

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WHEN:
November 14th- December 19, 2015
7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday

WHERE: Two Locations
Weston Animal Hospital
163 Weston Road
954.389.5689
VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital
2864 Hollywood Boulevard
954.920.3556
Weston Animal Hospital
M-Fri 7a-7p
Saturday 8a-1p
VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital
7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday
HOW:
Just stop by either location with a donation of canned, dry or dehydrated food for cats or dogs.  (the need for cat food is especially large this year)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Weston Animal Hospital is a dedicated group of caring professionals with a firm belief in treating each pet as they would their own. Their love of animals is clear to every pet that comes through our doors and they are committed to providing comprehensive companion animal medicine. For more information, visit www.westonanimalhosp.com or call 954.989.5689
VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital has earned a solid reputation for offering the very best in veterinary medicine as well as the latest technological advances and therapies. Founded in 1947, serving S. Florida for over 68 years, we are committed to our community. We believe that giving back to the people that supports us is paramount. For more information, please visit www.vcahollywood.com or call 954.920.3556.
 
Broward Meals on Wheels for Companion Animals started when volunteers began to notice clients sharing their meals with their pets. Senior on a restricted budget can have a difficult time meeting their own needs and often the needs of their companion animals can be neglected. With only the support of volunteers and donation this organization provides delivery of food for these loyal pets once a month to clients of BMOW. For more information visit www.bmow.org or call VCAHAH.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Linda Ream - 954.920.3556 or Linda.Ream@vca.com
Dr. Chris Deane- 954.989.5689 or Dr. Chris.Deane@gmail.com
 
http://www.bmow.org/our-services/

Local Business join Animal Hospital to help Pet Food Drive.




Local Business join Animal Hospital to help Pet Food Drive.
 November 14th through December 19th
Hospital Will Match Food Donations*

WHO/WHAT:
VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital’s and Pet Supplies Plus are pairing their talents to shar the word about the Broward Meals on Wheels (BMOW) for Companion Animals Food Drive.

After years of supporting our food drive through donation and promotion, Pet Supplies Plus has put up a box to broaden the reach of this food drive.  Donations of canned and dry food for cats & dogs made from November 14th- December 19th, 2015 will be deposited into BMOW for Pets’ food bank and portions will be matched by the VCAHAH*.

For additional information on BMOW, please visit http://www.bmow.org/our-services/.
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WHEN:
November 14th- December 19, 2015
7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday

WHERE: Pet Supplies Plus
Sheridan Plaza
4923 Sheridan St

Hollywood, FL 33021
954. 985.3400


VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital
2864 Hollywood Boulevard
954.920.3556

Pet Supplies Plus
M-Sat 9a-9p
Sunday 10a-7a

VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital
7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Monday - Saturday



HOW:
Donations of canned, dry or dehydrated food for cats or dogs can be brought to either location for donation.  (the need for cat food is especially large this year)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Pet Supplies Plus has provided a high quality shopping experience to the pet community for over 35 years. Our local shop keeper in Sheridan Plaza has taken a personal approach to serving that same community by partnering with area rescues and business to offer comprehensive care to all pet owners. For more information, please visit www.petsuppliesplus.com/HOLLYWOOD8047 or call 954-985-3400.

VCA Hollywood Animal Hospital has earned a solid reputation for offering the very best in veterinary medicine as well as the latest technological advances and therapies. Founded in 1947, serving S. Florida for over 68 years, we are committed to our community. We believe that giving back to the people that supports us is paramount. For more information, please visit www.vcahollywood.com or call 954.920.3556. 

Broward Meals on Wheels for Companion Animals started when volunteers began to notice clients sharing their meals with their pets. Senior on a restricted budget can have a difficult time meeting their own needs and often the needs of their companion animals can be neglected. With only the support of volunteers and donation this organization provides delivery of food for these loyal pets once a month to clients of BMOW. For more information visit www.bmow.org or call VCAHAH.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Linda Ream - 954.920.3556 or Linda.Ream@vca.com

November Team Member of the Month- Sarah!!!!!!!

November is the month of Thankfulness! Throughout this season we are all reminded of all the many thing we are grateful for. True to form our November Team Member of the Month mirrors that reminder.

Having only been a part of our team for a short time, Sarah K. brings a strong leadership quality to our staff. Utilizing her HSBC expereince, Sarah started as a volunteer earlier this year but thankfully, hired on to our Veterinary Assistant team. Quietly she worked and quickly she merged, seamlessly, into our flow.  

Now, as our Vet. Assistant Supervisor, Sarah manages a group that arguably has the most diverse responsibilities and who handles the most extensive customer care.

Always, with a smile and always with a "yes" attitude, Sarah handles her role with great care, calmness and pride. We are grateful for the job she does and the ease she brings to our team. We proudly recognize her as our November Team Member of the Month!!!




Thursday, November 26, 2015

November Patient of the Month- Inky!!!


This month’s Patient of the Month came to us under a bit of mystery.  Found as a kitten at Miami Country Day School in 2004, Inky settled in to his forever home quickly. While his health was mostly problem free, as he developed out of his kitten years and began to settle into his adult personality at 1yr his behavior became HORRIBLE!!  However, Inky had so ingratiated himself into the hearts of his fur-ever family, there was no turning back and they explored every avenue to help him through these terrible 2’s.

His humans read almost every feline behavior book available. They tried medications, they hired behaviorists and they tried holistic care. They even consulted a pet psychic hoping to find a fix. Happily, they did.  Now at the seasoned age of 11, Inky was settle in his home and routine. He was (usually) very well behaved and extremely smart and loving. Sometimes he even did “tricks” on command!

Then, one day, he stopped eating. He began vomiting and had a very painful abdomen. He was clearly not feeling well and was brought to the HAH. Dr.Cappe evaluated Inky and after a thorough exam, bloodwork and radiographs-the answer was found. Inky had an abdominal hernia. An abdominal hernia exists when one part of the body protrudes through a gap in the abdomen and parts of the stomach push through the opening.  This is most common to occur in kittens before they reach age 1 and is usually inherited (congenital). However, trauma can bring on an acquired hernia at any age.  Inky however,  had incurred NO trauma!!!  

His compromised diaphragm was of an unknown origin and existed for an unknown period of time.  The immediate concern then was surgical repair and evaluation of potential damage related to the long term effects of his compromised lung and organ development. 

Inky went into immediate surgery with Dr. Herrington. The surgery was intense. Inky was on manual respiration while the hole in his diaphragm was cleared and closed. Once the air was removed from the chest cavity, allowing for appropriate respiration, his recovery was managed by our Boarded Internist, Dr. Fishkin to ensured Inky woke up smoothly and pain free.

Overnight, Inky rested comfortable and by morning he was nearly back to normal. His fiery personality was in full swing now that he could take a breather.

Inky recently had his stitches out and is doing great at home. His case was certainly unique but his team of humans knew exactly what to do. This month we recognized this fiery feline as our November Patient of the Month!


To learn more about Inky and the behavior of cats_ check out Inky’s blog @ http://www.felinebehavior.blogspot.com/

Friday, November 20, 2015

Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips



‘Tis the season for friends, family and holiday feasts—but also for possible distress for our animal companions. Pets won’t be so thankful if they munch on undercooked turkey or a pet-unfriendly floral arrangement, or if they stumble upon an unattended alcoholic drink.
Check out the following tips from ASPCA experts for a fulfilling Thanksgiving that your pets can enjoy, too.
Talkin’ Turkey
If you decide to feed your pet a little nibble of turkey, make sure it’s boneless and well-cooked. Don't offer her raw or undercooked turkey, which may contain salmonella bacteria.
Sage Advice
Sage can make your Thanksgiving stuffing taste delish, but it and many other herbs contain essential oils and resins that can cause gastrointestinal upset and central nervous system depression to pets if eaten in large quantities. Cats are especially sensitive to the effects of certain essential oils.
No Bread Dough
Don't spoil your pet’s holiday by giving him raw bread dough. According to ASPCA experts, when raw bread dough is ingested, an animal's body heat causes the dough to rise in his stomach. As it expands, the pet may experience vomiting, severe abdominal pain and bloating, which could become a life-threatening emergency, requiring surgery.
Don't Let Them Eat Cake
If you’re baking up Thanksgiving cakes, be sure your pets keep their noses out of the batter, especially if it includes raw eggs—they could contain salmonella bacteria that may lead to food poisoning.
Too Much of a Good Thing
A few small boneless pieces of cooked turkey, a taste of mashed potato or even a lick of pumpkin pie shouldn’t pose a problem. However, don't allow your pets to overindulge, as they could wind up with a case of stomach upset, diarrhea or even worse—an inflammatory condition of the pancreas known as pancreatitis. In fact, it’s best keep pets on their regular diets during the holidays.
A Feast Fit for a Kong
While the humans are chowing down, give your cat and dog their own little feast. Offer them Nylabones or made-for-pet chew bones. Or stuff their usual dinner—perhaps with a few added tidbits of turkey, vegetables (try sweet potato or green beans) and dribbles of gravy—inside a Kong toy. They’ll be happily occupied for awhile, working hard to extract their dinner from the toy.


Congratulations to our Board Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Melanie Hnot!!!!!!!!!




Congratulations to Dr. Melanie Hnot on becoming a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology!  

Dr. Hnot MS, DVM, DACVD was born and raised in New Jersey, but has really enjoyed her recent move to South Florida. 

After graduating from Mount Holyoke College, she completed veterinary school at the University of Pennsylvania. She then went on to complete a one year small animal surgery and medicine internship at Red Bank Veterinary Hospital in Tinton Falls, NJ and followed this with a dermatology internship at several practices in NJ and PA.  

Dr. Hnot, completed her dermatology residency and additionally received a Master’s of Science degree from The Ohio State University in 2015.

Her special dermatology interests include allergic diseases and otitis. Outside of the clinic, Dr. Hnot can be found spending time with her greyhound and enjoying our S. Florida beaches. 

We are very excited to announce this wonderful accomplishment and welcome her expertise to our community practice.