Viking Veterinary Hospital

Happy Labor Day! ☀️🐾

Whether you're firing up the grill, heading to the park, or simply relaxing at home, don't forget to keep your pets safe during the festivities.

Remember:

🌭 Keep BBQ foods out of reach.

🌽 Avoid corn cobs, bones, onions, and grapes.

💧 Provide plenty of fresh water.

🌳 Make sure pets have a cool, shady place to relax.

Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!

Supporting your senior pet starts with recognizing that chronic pain becomes more common with age. During Animal Pain Awareness Month, remember that routine veterinary exams, maintaining a healthy weight, and personalized pain management can help keep older pets active, comfortable, and enjoying life. If you've noticed changes in your pet's mobility or behavior, contact us. ❤️

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If your pet is struggling to breathe, every minute matters.

Warning signs include:
• Open-mouth breathing (cats)
• Blue or pale gums
• Excessive panting without exercise
• Wheezing
• Gasping for air

Seek emergency care immediately! Call us at 208-546-0979

Cats are experts at hiding when something isn’t right, which makes routine wellness exams even more important. Let's keep our feline friends healthy and on track with preventive care 🐾💙

🐾 Scratching isn’t the only sign your pet may be uncomfortable.

Many itchy pets actually show more subtle symptoms like paw licking, head shaking, scooting, rubbing against furniture, or excessive grooming. Some pets may even develop redness, hot spots, or hair loss over time.

While occasional scratching can be normal, persistent irritation may point to allergies, skin infections, parasites, or other underlying conditions.

If your pet seems uncomfortable more often than not, it may be time to schedule a visit with us to help identify the cause and find relief. 💙

Exciting news! 🎉 Help us give a warm welcome to the newest member of our veterinary team, Dr. McKenzie Lessard! 🐾

Dr. Lessard brings a wealth of passion and expertise to our practice, with special interests in dentistry, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and cardiology. 🩺✨

When she isn’t caring for your pets, you can find her outdoors fly fishing, golfing, camping, and riding her horse, Nova, or hanging out at home with her husband, their dog Kyra, and their three cats: Milkshake, French Fry, and Tater Tot! 🐴🐶🐱

Dr. Lessard will be officially joining us on September 14th, and her schedule is now open! 📅

📞 Call us today at 208-546-0979 to book your appointment!

Not every ear problem starts with obvious pain.

If your pet is frequently shaking their head, scratching at their ears, or avoiding touch around their head, it may be more than a minor irritation.

Watch for signs like:

👂 Redness

👂 Unpleasant odor

👂 Discharge

👂 Excessive scratching

👂 Sensitivity when touched

Ear issues can worsen over time and become increasingly uncomfortable for your pet. Early evaluation can help identify the cause and get them feeling better sooner.

Contact us today to schedule an exam: 208-546-0979

Quick check-in for pet parents 👇

A tired pet will usually:

✔ Eat normally

✔ Enjoy attention

✔ Get excited for favorite activities

A lethargic pet may:

⚠ Seem weak

⚠ Sleep excessively

⚠ Show little interest in food, play, or interaction

If your pet's behavior suddenly changes, don't dismiss it as "just having an off day."

🚑 Contact us right away if you're concerned about your pet's condition: 208-546-0979

Caring for your pets is our passion, and hearing about your experience helps us continue creating a welcoming and supportive environment for both pets and their families 🐶🐱

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