Animal Medical Center of Forney

Happy National Dog day!! Show us your pups!

Found in Devonshire! No chip, please message us if you know where it belongs.

Pets can’t advocate for their needs like us humans can, and many owners fail to recognize signs of osteoarthritis (OA), often chalking it up to pets “slowing down with age.” OA is common in dogs and cats ages six and up, so to help champion their health, we’re sharing the key signs of this degenerative joint disease so that you know when it’s time to seek veterinary support. If your pet is . . .

• Struggling to climb up or down stairs
• Having trouble jumping up or down
• Slow to rise from a resting position
• Lagging behind on walks or during play
. . you should discuss these concerns with us. The good news is highly effective treatments exist to help manage the chronic pain associated with OA and increase their mobility. With the right pain management, your pet can get back to being themselves again! To learn more about OA and treatment options, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/be-their-champion

A little sad, but we have all had to make this really tough decision. We love our fur babies enough to end their suffering when it comes the proper time. Please read and know we love your fur babies with yall.

The Last Battle

If it should be that I grow weak,
And pain should keep me from my sleep,
Then you must do what must be done,
For this last battle cannot be won.
You will be sad, I understand;
Don't let your grief then stay your hand.
For this day more than all the rest,
Your love for me must stand the test.
We've had so many happy years -
What is to come can hold no fears.
You'd not want me to suffer so;
The time has come, so let me go.
Take me where my needs they'll tend
And please stay with me until the end.
Hold me firm and speak to me
Until my eyes no longer see.
I know in time that you will see
The kindness that you did for me.
Although my tail its last has waved,
From pain and suffering I've been saved.
Please do not grieve - it must be you
Who had this painful thing to do.
We've been so close, we two, these years -
Don't let your heart hold back its tears

Check out some of our ADORABLE patients we have seen over the last few weeks!!

We get it: when your pet is itchy, you start to scratch, too! The good news is your pet doesn’t have to live with incessant itchiness. Learn to spot the signs, then book a visit so that together, we can discover the cause and explore options for long-lasting relief, like:

Cyptopoint®: an injectable therapy that provides 4 to 8 weeks of allergy relief with a single in-office dose. ¹ Plus, for a limited time, get $25 off when you buy 2 doses of Cytopoint. ²

Or Apoquel®: an oral medicine that can be given at home for fast relief of allergic itch.³

To learn more about how allergic itch is diagnosed and treated, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/be-their-champion

¹ Data on file, Study No. C863R-US-12-018, 2014, Zoetis Inc. Data on file, Study No. C166RUS-17-180, 2018, Zoetis Inc. ² Valid 7/15/24-9/30/24. Terms apply see thrivepetcare.com/be-their-champion. ³ Apoquel® (oclacitinib tablet) and Apoquel® Chewable (oclacitinib chewable tablet) IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: Do not use Apoquel or Apoquel Chewable in dogs less than 12 months of age or those with serious infections. Apoquel and Apoquel Chewable may increase the chances of developing serious infections and may cause existing parasitic skin infestations or pre-existing cancers to get worse. Consider the risks and benefits of treatment in dogs with a history of recurrence of these conditions. New neoplastic conditions (benign and malignant) were observed in clinical studies and postapproval. Apoquel and Apoquel Chewable have not been tested in dogs receiving some medications including some commonly used to treat skin conditions such as corticosteroids and cyclosporines. Do not use in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs. Most common side effects are vomiting and diarrhea. Apoquel and Apoquel Chewable have been used safely with many common medications including parasiticides, antibiotics and vaccines. See full Prescribing Information at ApoquelPI.com and ApoquelChewablePI.com.

UPDATE: WE HAVE POWER!! We will be open tomorrow!

Due to some unforseen circumstances, we will be closed today and likely tomorrow to not having any power at the clinic. We are contacting all of our appointments and boarding clients to reschedule appointments or pick up boarding patients. Thank you for your continued support, we will post updates as they come.

Your pet deserves all the love—and a big part of that love includes championing their health! Here at Thrive, we're passionate about helping pet owners learn how to give their pet the best care, whether it's providing an individualized diet, grooming and exercise advice, or screening for health concerns regularly. By working together, you and your vet can prevent illness down the road or manage an ongoing chronic condition today, ensuring your pet lives their best life at every stage. 💚

Learn more about how we can help you keep your pet thriving here: thrivepetcare.com/be-their-champion

Cuteness overload!! Here are some of our puppy patients we have had this week! Look at all these adorable faces!!

Happy 4th of July!! Keep your pets safe this evening!!

Day before 4th of July!! Please keep your pets safe this holiday! We will be close tomorrow in observance of Independence Day. We will be back open Friday at 7:30 AM.

If you have an emergency Please call Hillside Veterinary Clinic of Dallas, TX @ 214-824-0397
MedVet Dallas @972-994-9110

Please please heed our warnings!! If your pets are scared of fireworks, please give us a call to get meds for your pets! Thursday is fast approaching! If we have not seen your pet within a year we will need to do a physical exam before prescribing any meds!

Attention Attention Attention!! 📣📣📣 We are looking for a few good people to come work with us! We currently have 2 positions open for a Vet Tech and we have 1 position for a CSR. If you know of anybody or you have previous experience in either position please go fill out an application on our website under careers or follow this link to apply.

https://careers.thrivepetcare.com/us/en/job/30945/Veterinary-Technician

A couple cuties that came in for their First puppy vaccinations! We love to be able to keep these babies safe by providing vaccines to protect them from Distemper and Parvo and other preventable diseases.

Check your pet for ticks every day, especially after they spend time outdoors. Run your fingers through your pet's fur with gentle pressure to feel for any small bumps. If you find a tick, it’s important to act quickly and safely. You can either try to remove the tick yourself or take your dog to your nearest pet urgent care or an emergency pet hospital for help.

If you choose to remove the tick from your dog, follow the steps below:

1) Use tweezers (or a tick remover instrument like a Tick Key) to grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible, removing the whole head and body.
2) Pull the tick straight out with slow and steady pressure. (If the head of the tick is left in the skin, it can cause an infection and still transmit disease, so make sure the whole body is removed!)
3) Once the tick is removed, you can place it in a sealed container in case your vet wants to test it for diseases.
4) Clean the area of your dog’s skin with soap and water then apply a pet-safe antiseptic.
5) Contact us for advice on next steps. We may ask you to bring the tick in for testing.

Many of the diseases that parasites cause can spread from your pet to you and your family, too. Pests like and can crawl or hitch a ride into your home on shoes, clothing, or even on the fur of another pet. Itchy yet? Let’s talk pests:

🕷️ Ticks 🕷️
Not only are ticks a threat to our pets, but an estimated 476K Americans are diagnosed with Lyme disease each year.* They aren’t just a warm weather issue, either: contrary to popular belief, ticks don’t die in the winter and do not hibernate, either. If you or your pet spend time in grassy or wooded areas, get in the habit of spot-checking yourself and them for these small, spider-like creatures after every outing. If you find one, pull it off carefully and intact, then call us.

🐜 Fleas 🐜
These teeny-tiny jumping parasites aren’t just annoying for the itchy rashes they cause in pets and people. Studies have shown that the plague is once again on the rise and that fleas are one of the culprits. Fleas can multiply and jump from host to host alarmingly fast, so if you catch your pet itching more than usual, have them checked for fleas ASAP.

To learn more about these pesky pests, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/protect-against-pests

*source: www.CDC.gov
**source: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Going to start posting these warnings early! July 4th is coming soon!! Please give us a call if your pet has firework anxiety and we can get them some meds to help keep the calm and not so scared.

Due to the severe weather this morning we will be opening late to give our employees time to safely get to work.

In honor of Memorial Day, our office will be close Monday May 27th. We will be back open at 7:30 on Tuesday May 28th.

that ONE bite from an infected mosquito is all it takes to transmit to your dog or cat? Scary, but true. Mosquitoes thrive all over the US, and not just during summer: different breeds are active throughout the year. 🦟

Treating disease caused by parasites in dogs can be complex and costly, and options are limited for cats. But there is good news: oral, injectable, or topical preventive medications are effective ways to protect your pet and are much more affordable than treatment itself, but *only* if your pet receives the recommended dose on a monthly or yearly basis. We can help find the right preventative for your pet based on their lifestyle and health needs, so don’t delay: book a visit today!

To learn more about heartworm prevention, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/protect-against-pests

Found at Emarald Ranch Lane... if you know the owners please contact us so we can get you in contact with the finder.

A few photos from the last month or so... eclipse pics and a couple ADORABLE puppies!!

Please help us give a warm welcome to Dr. Arial Lin. This is Cooper, he was her first patient she examined here at the clinic.

Don't delay – schedule your pet's dental cleaning today and save! 🦷✨ Now through April 14, take $50 off a dental cleaning for your dog or cat when you book with code 24CLEAN50. Oral health is essential to overall pet health, so make dental care part of their annual wellness routine to keep your pet in tip-top shape. To brush up on your pet wellness knowledge, visit: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/brushing-up-on-wellness

*Blood and urine testing must be completed within 30 days before dental cleanings. Offer valid 2/1/24 to 4/14/24. Cannot be combined with other offers or promotions. Offer valid for dental cleanings only and at select locations; excludes exams, extractions, and oral surgeries. Subject to availability.

We have a family that is looking for homes for these pups. Please, if interested, contact Mini Mutts Rescue @ [email protected] for an adoption application. There is a rehoming fee for both of these pups.

Our pets can’t tell us when they’re experiencing pain and discomfort, so ensuring they’re checked routinely from nose to tail can help them live longer, fuller lives. 💚 This includes diagnostic testing, which is needed ahead of dental cleanings and can be done as part of their annual wellness exam. Testing healthy pets’ blood and urine also provides baseline values to compare to as they age, while f***l testing helps detect intestinal parasites that live and thrive in your pet's gastrointestinal tract. Like with regular testing, a baseline allows us to detect changes and illness before ever seeing outward signs of disease. 🔬

Read more about the importance of these lab tests along with what they can reveal here: https://www.thrivepetcare.com/thrive-guide/is-routine-bloodwork-necessary-for-my-pet

This pup was Found today in Wind Mill Farms. Please notify us if you know who the owner is.

Does your pet suffer from Arthritis? Contact us about a new 30 day injection to help your pet with Osteoarthritis pain!

Librela | Zoetis US Give dogs more days of play with a monthly injectable monoclonal antibody therapy for the control of canine osteoarthritis pain.