Hampton Animal Hospital

Thinking about getting flowers for that special person this Valentine's day? If they have a pet, consider getting these pet safe flowers recommended by the ASPCA! If you are thinking about sending flowers, most flower shops have pet safe options!

Raw pet foods are a popular choice for many health conscience pet owners. Unfortunately, there are risks to pets who eat raw food, just as there are to humans who consume undercooked meat and fish.

The FDA has released the following advisory for Raaw Energy diets. The diets were found to contain Listeria, E. coli and salmonella, all serious pathogens for dogs and people. Please throw away these diets if you have them at home and monitor your pets for GI illness.

Our doctors do not recommend raw food for pets because of the risk to pets. Owners can also become sickened while preparing the food.

Additionally, we do not recommend grain-free diets. Dogs are developing heart disease while on grain free diets. The cause is unclear, and not all dogs develop heart disease. Given we do not know why certain dogs develop heart disease on these diets, we currently recommend that our clients avoid grain free diets.
To learn more about grain-free diets: https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/outbreaks-and-advisories/fda-investigation-potential-link-between-certain-diets-and-canine-dilated-cardiomyopathy

To learn more about the FDA advisory regarding raw foods for pets, visit here: https://www.petfoodprocessing.net/articles/20077-fda-releases-advisory-on-raaw-energy-dog-food Stay Warm!

We love Pet Dental Health month! Here are some more helpful tips!

We love pet dental health month! Here are some more helpful tips!

Call us today to inquire about Pet Dental Health Month! Let's set your pet up for dental health success!

Call us today to inquire about Pet Dental Health Month! Let’s set your pet up for dental health success!

How has your pet been spending the snow days? Share photos with us of your pet’s fun in the snow (or all cozied up if they (like Louie) were not built for this cold 😂)

Due to current weather and driving conditions, our office will be closed today. Please contact Watson Road Vet Clinic or Harvester Animal Clinic if you have an urgent concern for your pet today. We hope you all stay safe and warm, and we will see you tomorrow!

On a fun note: If your pet had a fun time in the snow, please share your photos with us!

Merry Christmas from all of us at Hampton Animal Hospital!

Roxi got a gold star today for her first visit!