Basking Ridge Animal Hospital

Too hot to hunt, too bright to move... just another day in the life of a summer snoozing kitty 🐱☀️💤

Emergencies can happen when you least expect them 🐾 Be prepared with a pet emergency kit, up-to-date ID, and a safe transport plan. Keeping medical records handy and knowing where to go for veterinary care can make all the difference. We are here when your pet needs us most 💙

June is Adopt-a-Cat Month! It’s a time to celebrate the incredible bond between rescued cats and the families who give them a second chance. From routine exams to lifelong veterinary care, every adopted pet deserves a healthy, happy life. If you’ve welcomed a feline friend, share their journey with us! 😺💕

A parked car can become dangerously hot in just minutes, even on mild days. Pets left inside can quickly suffer heatstroke, which can be life-threatening. Keep them safe by leaving them at home when running errands.

Assessing your pet’s quality of life can help guide important care decisions. While every pet is different, here are a few things veterinarians often look at:

• Comfort – Are they experiencing pain or discomfort?

• Appetite & Hydration – Are they still eating and drinking normally?

• Mobility – Can they move around and enjoy daily activities?

• Happiness – Are they still engaging with you and their environment?

If you ever have concerns about your pet’s quality of life, please reach out. We’re here to support you and your pet every step of the way.

Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the courage and sacrifices of our military service members. 🇺🇸 We honor and remember their bravery today and always.

Small daily habits can have a big impact on your pet’s long-term health.

Providing a balanced diet, regular exercise, dental care, parasite prevention, and routine wellness exams can help keep your pet feeling their best.

Preventive care is one of the best ways to support a happy, healthy life for your furry family member. 🩵

For many rescue dogs, feeling comfortable in a new home takes time. Those little milestones—like tail wags, playful zoomies, and cuddles—are big signs they’re starting to feel safe.

If you’ve adopted a rescue dog, you know how special those moments can be.

To the veterinary assistants who show up every day with compassion, patience, and dedication — thank you. 💙🐾

You are often the first comforting voice a worried pet parent hears and the gentle hands that help pets feel safe during their visit. From preparing treatments to supporting the veterinary team behind the scenes, your work truly makes a difference.

This week, we celebrate everything you do to care for pets and the people who love them.

✨ Happy National Veterinary Assistant Week!

Cats have one simple rule when it comes to choosing a seat: if they fit, they sit. Boxes, baskets, laundry piles, laptops, tiny shelves, and that one spot you just stood up from five seconds ago. Nothing is off limits.

No matter how small, awkward, or questionable the space is, a determined cat will make it work.

Tell us...where is the strangest place your cat has decided to sit? 😹