Eastern Shore Animal Hospital

🐾Happy Father's Day to all the amazing pet dads out there!

🎉 Today, we celebrate the unconditional love and care that pet dads provide to their furry companions. 🐶🐱❤️

🐾 Whether you're a dog dad, cat dad, or any other kind of pet dad, we appreciate everything you do for your four-legged family members. 🐾💙

Tomorrow is Father’s Day! We hope all of our pet parent fathers paws & relax - you deserve it!

Give a shoutout to an amazing dad in the comments below!

Meet Vera Hines!

She is currently in school to be a licensed veterinary technician.

Let’s play 2 truths and a lie. Can you spot the lie?

1. When she was 5 years old she had a bouncy house collapse on top of her.

2. She lived in Mexico for 6 months.

3. Her favorite dessert is coconut cream pie.

❗️IMPORTANT ALERT❗️ ANTIFREEZE TOXICITY CASES
¡Alerta importante! CASOS DE TOXICIDAD POR ANTICONGELANTE

We have seen multiple cases of suspected antifreeze toxicity from the Greenbush area. Pets are often exposed to antifreeze by accident - licking it up from a puddle that leaked from a car or discarded antifreeze in a garage. Antifreeze is LETHAL when ingested.
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Hemos visto múltiples casos de sospecha de toxicidad por anticongelante en el área de Greenbush. Las mascotas a menudo quedan expuestas al anticongelante por accidente: lamiéndolo de un charco que se filtró desde un automóvil o de un anticongelante desechado en un garaje. El anticongelante es LETAL cuando se ingiere.
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Even small amounts of ethylene glycol can be harmful to pets. Just one teaspoon can be fatal for cats, and one to two tablespoons can be deadly for dogs. If you see your pet ingesting antifreeze or suspect they may have come into contact with it, contact your veterinarian immediately. Ethylene glycol is quickly absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract and primarily metabolized in the kidneys. Initial symptoms are similar to those of alcohol intoxication in humans, but signs of kidney damage may not appear for several days. Early signs of poisoning include:

Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhea
Unsteady or uncoordinated movement
Disorientation
Increased heart rate
Weakness
Tremors
Fainting
Low body temperature
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Incluso pequeñas cantidades de etilenglicol pueden ser perjudiciales para las mascotas. Sólo una cucharadita puede ser mortal para los gatos y una o dos cucharadas pueden ser mortales para los perros. Si ve que su mascota ingiere anticongelante o sospecha que puede haber entrado en contacto con él, comuníquese con su veterinario de inmediato. El etilenglicol se absorbe rápidamente en el tracto gastrointestinal y se metaboliza principalmente en los riñones. Los síntomas iniciales son similares a los de la intoxicación por alcohol en humanos, pero es posible que los signos de daño renal no aparezcan durante varios días. Los primeros signos de envenenamiento incluyen:

Náuseas y vómitos
Diarrea
Movimiento inestable o descoordinado
Desorientación
Aumento del ritmo cardíaco
Debilidad
Temblores
Desmayo
Baja temperatura corporal

Happy National Best Friends Day!

Today, we celebrate the unbreakable bond between pets and parents. We cherish every wag, purr, and cuddle shared. 🐾❤️

Share a photo of your BFF in the comments below!

Life is better with a loyal, furry friend by your side. Like if you agree! 🐾❤️

Happy Pet Appreciation Week! Join us in celebrating by sharing a photo of your pet in the comments!

🐾🎉 Happy International Corgi Day! 🎉🐾

Did you know that Corgis are more than just adorable fluff balls? 🐶 Here are some interesting facts about the breed:

1️⃣ Corgis are known for their short legs, but don't let that fool you! They are actually quite agile and can keep up with the best of them.

2️⃣ Originally bred for herding, Corgis have a natural instinct to nip at the heels, which makes them excellent at rounding up livestock.

3️⃣ Despite their small size, Corgis have a big appetite! So make sure to keep an eye on their diet and portion control to maintain a healthy weight.

4️⃣ Queen Elizabeth II was a famous Corgi lover and owned more than 30 Corgis during her reign. Talk about royal approval!

📸 And of course, we can't forget about our very own licensed veterinary technician's Corgi named Astrid

🐾 Share your favorite Corgi stories or pictures in the comments below and let's celebrate these adorable and intelligent pups on this special day! 📸❤️

Kicking off the new month celebrating the best way possible – hugging our fluffy feline friends. 🐾❤️

It’s and we want to thank all of our lovely pet parents that have made their home a forever home to their cats.

Do you have an adoption story? We’d love to hear it in the comments below!

With summer festivities kicking off, we want to remind you about the symptoms of heatstroke and prevention tips:

-Never leave your pet unattended in a car
-When hot/humid, keep your pet’s time outdoors limited ​
-Keep your pet hydrated​
-Ensure your pet has ventilation and a cool environment​
-Dogs with short noses are at higher risk due to their condensed facial anatomy and restricted ability to cool themselves​
-If any signs of heat stroke appear, contact our team immediately. ​

Please help us spread awareness by tagging your pet parent friends in the comments and share this post!

Male ( intact) cat found on savageville road. He was brought in today possibly hit by car. He is currently here and will be transferred to Animal Control. If he is your cat or you know who he may belong to, please call us at 757-442-3150.

As we kick off Memorial Day weekend, we wanted to share some pet safety tips to remember! Please share this post to spread awareness.

-Keep alcohol and table scraps away from your pet​
-Never leave your pet unsupervised around bodies of water
-Keep your pet hydrated​
-Limit time in the sun and heat ​
-Keep your pet away from fireworks​
-Make sure your pet has an ID tag or is microchipped​

Did you know that less than 10% of the pets that are unchipped will return home each year?

A microchip is a secure, reliable, permanent identification for your pet and the process is simple and affordable. Microchipping your pet can help ensure that if your pet goes missing, they can be identified and find their way back to you.

If your pet is chipped, make sure their information is up to date. To help keep pets close to their loved ones, share this post and remind your friends to !

🐦 We recently had a heartwarming experience of rescuing a cardinal from a glue trap. Glue traps are commonly used to catch pests, but they pose a danger to other wildlife as well.

In our rescue mission, we carefully applied mineral oil to safely release the cardinal from the sticky situation. It's important to handle these situations with caution, as struggling animals can injure themselves further. After being freed, the cardinal was transferred to Wildlife ER for further care.

💩🤢 Parvo, or canine parvovirus (CPV), is a highly contagious virus that affects dogs, particularly puppies. 🐶 It attacks the gastrointestinal tract and white blood cells, and can cause acute gastrointestinal illness. Symptoms vary by dog, but include:
1. Lethargy
2. Loss of appetite
3. Vomiting
4. Severe diarrhea, often bloody
5. Abdominal pain and bloating
6. Fever or low body temperature (hypothermia)

Canine parvovirus can occur at any time but generally tends to be more common in the spring and summer months. This is because the virus thrives in warmer weather and can survive longer in the environment under these conditions.

If you notice any of these symptoms in your dog, it's crucial to seek veterinary care IMMEDIATELY. Early intervention and treatment can greatly improve the chances of recovery.

And as always, keep your beloved pet, especially puppies, up to date on their vaccines to prevent Parvovirus 🩺💉

🤧 Uh oh, you might not be the only one in your house dealing with allergies!

Pets may be susceptible to seasonal and environmental allergies. Thankfully, there are several treatment options available.

Common symptoms our patients exhibit include excessive itching, red/inflamed skin, as well as recurring ear infections.

If you think your pet may be dealing with allergies, give us a call!

We will be closed for our monthly staff meeting today from 12-2pm. We will reopen at 2pm today.

Cute patient alert! 🚨 We had the pleasure this week of evaluating the cutest baby wood duck that was found in the road. 🦆

🌸🐾 Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing pet moms out there! 🐶🐱🐰

At Eastern Shore Animal Hospital, we want to take a moment to celebrate the unconditional love and dedication that pet moms show every day. Your furry babies are not just pets, they are family! 🐾❤️

Wishing you a day filled with love, laughter, and precious moments with your pets. Happy Mother's Day! 🌸🐾❤️

Dog moms, cat moms, human moms, and more –thank you for all that you do. Where would we be without you?!

Join us in celebrating Mother’s Day this weekend by giving some special moms a shoutout in the comments below! 💛

🐔🏥 Pictured below is Dr. Emily Humphries and LVT Landry evaluating and treating a rooster with bumble foot. 🦶🚑

🔍 What is bumble foot? Bumble foot is a common foot condition in birds, often caused by bacterial infections. It appears as a swollen, red, and sometimes painful area on the bottom of their feet. Early detection and proper treatment are crucial to ensure a speedy recovery for our feathered friends.

( Did anyone notice the chicken vet wrap that was used) 🐥🐔

Is your pet scooting or licking their rear? It could be their a**l glands.

A**l glands are located on the rear of dogs and cats. The glands produce an oily, fishy-smelling fluid that helps with scent marking. Sometimes these glands can get impacted or infected.

Soft, consistent stool, as well as allergies, are common causes of irritation. If your pet is scooting, licking excessively, or showing signs of discomfort around their rear end, contact us! We will help to identify the cause and determine the best course of treatment.

“Strike me down and I will become more powerful than you could possibly imagine.” – Obi-Wan Kenobi

Happy May the Fourth! Is your pet a Jedi or a Sith?

Today marks a very special day fur our very special patients. 💙​

Specially-abled Pets Day sheds light on the exceptional companions with unique needs. If you have a specially-abled pet, or know someone who does, tell us about them in the comments below!

📣 It's wildlife baby season! 🐥🐻🦊Pictured is an adorable orphaned baby possum. It has been transferred to Wildlife ER - Education & Rehabilitation for care. If you find a baby animal that appears to be truly abandoned or injured, here's what you should do:

1️⃣ Assess the Situation: Observe the baby animal from a safe distance to determine if it is truly abandoned or injured. Keep in mind that some animals may leave their babies unattended for periods of time.

2️⃣ Contact Wildlife Rehabbers: If you believe the baby animal is in need of assistance, reach out to local wildlife rehabbers at Wildlife ER or animal control agencies. They have the expertise and resources to provide proper care.

3️⃣ Do Not Handle or Disturb: Avoid touching or handling the baby animal unless instructed to do so by professionals. Remember, some animals may carry diseases or become stressed if handled incorrectly.

4️⃣ Transport Safely: If necessary, carefully transport the baby animal to the designated wildlife rehabber or Eastern Shore Animal Hospital. Use a secure and well-ventilated container, keeping the animal away from direct sunlight and loud noises.

Together, we can make a difference in protecting wildlife! 🌿🐾
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💈Let’s discuss Hairballs!💈
Here's what you need to know:

🔍 Why do cats get hairballs?
Cats are meticulous groomers and swallow loose hair while grooming themselves. This hair can accumulate in their stomach and form hairballs.

🚩 Signs of hairballs:
1️⃣ Frequent vomiting or retching
2️⃣ Coughing or gagging
3️⃣ Loss of appetite
4️⃣ Lethargy or constipation

🔧 Treating hairballs:
1️⃣ Regular grooming: Brushing your cat's fur helps remove loose hair and reduces the amount they ingest.
2️⃣ Special diets: Consult with your veterinarian about hairball control diets that promote digestion and reduce hairball formation.
3️⃣ Hairball remedies: There are various hairball remedies available, such as specialized pastes or treats that help lubricate the digestive system and aid in the passage of hairballs.

🏥 If your cat experiences severe or persistent hairball issues, please consult your veterinarian for a thorough examination.🐾💙

🐾 Join Our Team! 🐾

Are you a pet lover looking to earn some extra cash? We're hiring seasonal part-time kennel assistants for our bustling pet boarding facility during our busy spring and summer months! 🐶✨

🔍 Position: Part-time/Seasonal Kennel Assistant
📍 Location: The Pet Spa @ Eastern Shore Animal Hospital
💼 Hours: Morning Shift - 6:30a - 2:30p, Night Shift - 2:00p - 8:00p, will include weekends and holidays.
💰 Pay: $12.00 - $13.50/hr

Why Join Us?

Fun Work Environment: Surround yourself with furry friends all day!
Flexible Hours: Perfect for college students or anyone looking for part-time work.
Opportunity for Growth: Learn valuable skills and advance within our team.
Make a Difference: Help provide top-notch care for our beloved four-legged guests.

Requirements:
Love for animals 🐾
Reliable and responsible work ethic 💼
Ability to work well in a team 🤝
Must be 18 years or older
If you're passionate about pets and want to be part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you!
Apply online here: https://www.esanimalhospital.com/employment-application
Tag a friend who'd be perfect for this role! 🐾

Today is World Veterinary Day! 🩺🐾​

Veterinarians are an integral part of a pet’s well-being – and we can’t thank our team enough for their commitment and dedication to our community’s animals.

Join us in thanking our vets in the comments below!​

Nothing better than buckets of puppies on a Friday afternoon for a checkup 😍

🐾🎉 It's Customer Service Representative Appreciation Week and we want to give a big shoutout to our amazing front desk staff! 🙌🏼🎊 They are the friendly faces that greet you and your furry friends, making sure that every visit to our clinic is smooth and stress-free. 🐶🐱 We couldn't do it without their dedication, compassion, and exceptional mulit-tasking skills. 🌟 Their job description should include first responder, therapist, teacher, accountant, mediator, financial advisor, discharge technician, advocate, sales associate, and pharmacist technician. Join us in celebrating these unsung heroes who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our beloved pets. 🐾❤️