Getting a pandemic puppy? Already have one by now?  You are not alone, believe me.  During the past 6 months our family veterinary practice has seen a flood of these cute little fur babies arrive to help our community cope and find some joy for themselves during such stressful, challenging times.   It seems that being isolated at home and fairly restricted to indoors, many of you think it is an ideal moment and great timing to raise a puppy.  And you are absolutely right!  Puppies can brighten your life and provide so many positives at a time when we all can truly use some help getting through our days.  Dogs make superb companions, and the benefits from having a relationship with a dog cannot be overestimated. Dogs offer us a unique form of unconditional love, while giving us tremendous daily comfort, companionship and emotional support.  There is much scientific evidence that stroking a dog can provide physiological changes in our bodies including lowering our blood pressure and heart rate, plus diminishing our anxiety levels.  While there is no data to prove that dog ownership will extend your life, there is substantial proof that having a canine buddy will enhance your […]

If you are looking for ways to contribute to this movement personally, please consider checking out The Stranger’s ongoing list of events and other resources to spread the movement.

For all examinations, please fill out the pre-exam form on your clinic’s website. Please follow the CDC’s recommendations and help stay safe by wearing a mask. Our team will do the same. Stay in your car and call when you arrive. Inform the receptionist of your parking space number and the best phone number at which to reach you. Please be patient, as your assistant will call you to notify when your pet is ready to be brought into the clinic. The team may notify you to drop off your pet with us for a portion of the day, so that you do not need to wait at the clinic. Have your phone on you, and be ready to receive a call from your doctor or the team about updates and treatment plans. Pay over the phone. We will collect payment via credit card when you return to pick up your pet.