Colmar Veterinary Hospital

What are core vs. non-core vaccines, and does your furry friend really need them? 🐾 Swipe through to break down everything you need to know about protecting your pets, from puppy and kitten boosters to lifestyle-specific shots and titers!
Preventative care is always safer and more affordable than treating a severe illness. Are your pet’s vaccines up to date? Drop your questions below or give us a call at Colmar Veterinary Hospital to schedule their annual wellness exam today! 🩺✨

Dr. Walker’s pups, Benny and Jerry, are pros at staying cool in the summer heat! 🌊🐾 While swimming is a fantastic form of exercise and enrichment for dogs, it’s important to be mindful of a few potential risks to keep your furry friends safe and healthy.
Here’s what to keep an eye out for:
🐶 Ear Infections: Water trapped in the ear canal can create a perfect environment for yeast or bacteria to grow. Check your dog’s ears after every swim and dry them thoroughly with a soft cloth. You can also clean after swimming with an over-the-counter ear cleaner and some soft cotton balls or gauze! Signs of an infection include redness, odor, head shaking, or scratching.
🐶 Hot Spots (Pyotraumatic Dermatitis): Thick-coated breeds like Jerry (our Newfoundland) are especially prone to these. Trapped moisture against the skin can quickly lead to painful, inflamed, and infected sores. Ensure you rinse off any pond, river, or ocean water with fresh water and dry them completely, especially around the collar and dense fur.
🐶 Algae Ingestion: Keep a close watch for any signs of blue-green algae (often looks like pea soup, green paint, or scum) on the surface of the water. Ingestion is highly toxic and can be fatal. Never let your dog swim in or drink from water that appears discolored, murky, or has a suspicious odor.
🐶 Water Intoxication (Hyponatremia): Believe it or not, dogs can drink too much water while swimming! This dilutes sodium levels in the blood and can be dangerous. Limit intense fetching games in the water, and monitor your dog for signs like lethargy, bloating, stumbling, or vomiting.
If you notice any of these symptoms after your dog has been swimming, give us a call right away! 📞 Stay safe and have a wonderful summer! ☀️😎

Happy 4th of July from some of the furry friends here at Colmar Vet Hospital! 🐾🎆

Just a friendly reminder that our office is closed today for the holiday. We will be back to our regular hours (8 AM – 8 PM) on Monday, July 6. Stay safe and have a wonderful day! 🇺🇸

Happy 4th of July from Colmar Veterinary Hospital! ❤️🤍💙

Please note that our hospital will be CLOSED Saturday, July 4th, 2026 in observance of Independence Day.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, July 6th, 2026 from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.

If your pet experiences an emergency while we are closed, please contact one of the following emergency hospitals:

🚑 Blue Pearl Emergency Hospital - Langhorne
📍 2010 Cabot Blvd, Suite D Langhorne, PA 19047
📞 215-750-2274

🚑 Blue Pearl Emergency Hospital - Levittown
📍 301 Veterans Highway Levittown, PA 19056
📞 215-750-7884

🚑 Blue Pearl Emergency Hospital - Conshohoken
📍 625 Ridge Pike, Building B Conshohocken, PA 19428
📞 484-567-7999

🚑 Metropolitan Veterinary Associates
📍 2626 Van Buren Avenue Norristown PA 19403
📞 610-296-1050

We wish you and your pets a safe and happy holiday! 🇺🇸🐾

Think your dog is just “tired” from the heat? It could be heat exhaustion. Because dogs don’t sweat like humans, they can overheat in minutes, especially in cars or on hot pavement.

The Golden Rule: If you suspect a heat emergency, don’t wait. Move your pet to a cool spot and call your vet immediately.

Quick Tips:
• Walk during early morning or late evening.
• Check the pavement with your hand. If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for them!
• Always provide fresh water and shade.

Stay safe out there! 🐾

Meet Sam, our amazing Certified Veterinary Technician and Lead Pharmacy Technician here at Colmar Veterinary Hospital! 🐾✨
Swipe through the photos to learn some fun facts about Sam, from her go-to shift survival snacks to her adorable cats. We also asked her a few extra questions that didn’t make it onto the slides:
🤍 What inspired you to choose a career in vet med?
“Rescuing one of my cats as a stray kitten made me realize I could help other animals too.”
🌿 When you aren’t at the clinic, how do you spend your days off?
“Listening to music, reading, playing video games, watching anime, drawing/coloring, going for walks, and spending time with family and friends.”
Whether she’s keeping our pharmacy running smoothly or giving the best care to our patients, Sam brings so much dedication and heart to the clinic every single day. Thank you for being such an amazing part of our team, Sam! 🐈‍⬛

Here at Colmar Vet Hospital, we’re on a mission to make sure every pet feels comfortable during their time with us, and we need our help! Our clinic is seeking full-size towel donations to ensure that our furry friends feel warm and cozy during surgeries, appointments, and grooming sessions. 🐈🐩
Every towel makes a difference! If you have any spare towels to donate, please drop them off with our lovely staff during business hours. Your generosity will go a long way in making a pets visit a little brighter! 🤍🐾