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Severe Heat Warning

Saturday, August 14th, 2010

With temperatures in the upper 90’s into next week, don’t forget your pets! Make sure they stay cool. Provide shade and plenty of water. These are dangerous conditions for pets in cars – even with windows partly open, the heat in a parked car can be deadly to pets faster than you think.

If it gets too hot for your pets today, we have air-conditioned indoor boarding available for the next few hotter days! Your pets can’t “dress down” for the heat like people can.

The National Weather Service Excessive Heat Watch:

Severe Weather...EXCESSIVE HEAT OUTLOOK FOR THE INLAND VALLEYS...COAST RANGE
AND CASCADE FOOTHILLS OF NORTHWEST OREGON AND SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON THIS
WEEKEND THROUGH EARLY NEXT WEEK... HOT TEMPERATURES WILL DEVELOP OVER
INTERIOR SECTIONS OF NORTHWEST OREGON AND SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON THIS
WEEKEND. HIGH TEMPERATURES ON FRIDAY ARE EXPECTED TO RISE INTO THE LOWER
90S. TEMPERATURES WILL CLIMB INTO THE MID AND UPPER 90S OVER THE WEEKEND AND
LIKELY CONTINUE THROUGH AT LEAST MONDAY OF NEXT WEEK. SOME LOCATIONS MIGHT
TOP OUT NEAR 100 DEGREES SUNDAY OR MONDAY. 

THERE IS THE POTENTIAL FOR VERY WARM CONDITIONS TO CONTINUE THROUGH THE MIDDLE OF NEXT WEEK BEFORE
SIGNIFICANT COOLING OCCURS. HOT TEMPERATURES WILL CREATE A SITUATION IN
WHICH HEAT ILLNESSES ARE POSSIBLE. 

DRINK PLENTY OF FLUIDS...STAY IN AN AIR CONDITIONED ROOM...STAY OUT OF THE SUNSHINE...AND CHECK UP ON RELATIVES AND NEIGHBORS.
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Iams and Eukanuba Food Recall — Salmonella Contamination

Wednesday, August 4th, 2010

Several pet foods made by Iams and Eukanuba carry a potential for salmonella contamination. If you’ve been feeding any of the listed diets,  please contact us to determine whether your pet needs veterinary care.

The following Proctor & Gamble dry pet food products are included:

Product Name Version “Best-By” Dates UPC Codes
Iams Veterinary Dry Formulas All dry sizes and varieties 01Jul10 – 01Dec11 All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Naturally Wild All dry sizes and varieties 01Jul10 – 01Dec11 All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Pure All dry sizes and varieties 01Jul10 – 01Dec11 All UPC Codes
Eukanuba Custom Care Sensitive Skin All dry sizes 01Jul10 – 01Dec11 All UPC Codes

UPC CODES FOR P&G PET SPECIALTY PRODUCTS RECALLED ON JULY 30, 2010

EUKANUBA DOG BG PURE Item UPC
PURE TURKEY * 4 LB 0 19014 03191 7
PURE ADULT MAINTENANCE * 4.5 LB 0 19014 03958 6
PURE PUPPY GROWTH * 4.5 LB 0 19014 03949 4
PURE ADULT MAINTENANCE * 15 LB 0 19014 03953 1
PURE ADULT LARGE BRD * 15 LB 0 19014 03959 3
PURE PUPPY GROWTH * 15 LB 0 19014 03955 5
PURE TURKEY * 15 LB 0 19014 03192 4
PURE ADULT MAINTENANCE * 30 LB 0 19014 03952 4
PURE ADULT LARGE BRD * 30 LB 0 19014 03960 9
PURE PUPPY GROWTH * 30 LB 0 19014 03964 7
PURE TURKEY * 30 LB 0 19014 03193 1
EUKANUBA DOG CUSTOM CARE
CUSTOM CARE – SENSITIVE SKIN 5.5 LB 0 19014 01935 9
CUSTOM CARE – SENSITIVE SKIN 28 LB 0 19014 01936 6
EUKANUBA DOG DRY NATURALY WILD
ADULT SALMON & RICE 4 LB 0 19014 02780 4
ADULT TURKEY & MULTIGRAIN 4 LB 0 19014 02776 7
ADULT VENISON & POTATO 4 LB 0 19014 02783 5
ADULT SALMON & RICE* 9.5 LB 0 19014 02894 8
ADULT TURKEY & MULTIGRAIN* 9.5 LB 0 19014 02895 5
ADULT VENISON & POTATO* 9.5 LB 0 19014 02893 1
ADULT SALMON & RICE 15 LB 0 19014 02781 1
ADULT TURKEY & MULTIGRAIN 15 LB 0 19014 02778 1
ADULT VENISON & POTATO 15 LB 0 19014 02784 2
ADULT SALMON & RICE * 19 LB 0 19014 02897 9
ADULTTURKEY & MULTIGRAIN * 19 LB 0 19104 02898 6
ADULT VENISON & POTATO * 19 LB 019104 02896 2
ADULT SALMON & RICE 30 LB 0 19014 02782 8
ADULT TURKEY & MULTIGRAIN 30 LB 0 19014 02779 8
ADULT VENISON & POTATO 30 LB 0 19014 02785 9
All NATURALLY WILD SAMPLES 7 oz.
IAMS VETERINARY FORMULA CAT DRY BAG
WEIGHT LOSS RESTRICTED CALORIE 2 KG 0 19014 13720 6
INTESTINAL – LOW RESIDUE 5.5 LB 0 19014 15210 0
OPTIMUM WEIGHT CONTROL D 5.5 LB 0 19014 21305 4
RENAL MULTI-STAGE 5.5 LB 0 19014 21405 1
URINARY 0 – MODERATE PH/O 5.5 LB 0 19014 15510 1
URINARY S – LOW PH/S 5.5 LB 0 19014 14210 1
INTESTINAL – LOW RESIDUE 14 LB 0 19014 00859 9
WEIGHT LOSS RESTRICTED CALORIE 18 LB 0 19014 02236 6
URINARY S – LOW PH/S 20 LB 0 19014 14221 7
IAMS VETERINARY FORMULA DOG DRY BAG
INTESTINAL – LOW RESIDUE 5 LB 0 19014 12405 3
OPTIMUM WEIGHT CONTROL D 5 LB 0 19014 15105 9
WEIGHT LOSS RESTRICTED CALORIE 5 LB 0 19014 12205 9
RENAL EARLY STAGE 5.5 LB 0 19014 14410 5
JOINT 6 LB 0 19014 21006 0
SKIN & COAT RESPONSE FP 6 LB 0 19014 12106 9
SKIN & COAT RESPONSE KO 6 LB 0 19014 21106 7
PUPPY INTESTINAL LOW RESIDUE 8 LB 0 19014 12908 9
WEIGHT LOSS RESTRICTED CALORIE 14 LB 0 19014 12214 1
JOINT 15 LB 0 19014 21015 2
OPTIMUM WEIGHT CONTROL D 15 LB 0 19014 15115 8
SKIN & COAT RESPONSE FP 15 LB 0 19014 12115 1
SKIN & COAT RESPONSE KO 15 LB 0 19014 21115 9
INTESTINAL – LOW RESIDUE 15 LB 0 19014 12415 2
RENAL EARLY STAGE 15.5 LB 0 19014 02235 9
WEIGHT LOSS RESTRICTED CALORIE 28 LB 0 19014 12228 8
INTESTINAL – LOW RESIDUE 30 LB 0 19014 12430 5
JOINT 30 LB 0 19014 21030 5
OPTIMUM WEIGHT CONTROL D 30 LB 0 19014 15130 1
SKIN & COAT RESPONSE FP 30 LB 0 19014 12130 4
SKIN & COAT RESPONSE KO 30 LB 0 19014 21130 2
INT LOW RESIDUE BREEDER BAG 37 .5 LB 0 19014 12437 4

Full Article: P&G Expands Voluntary Limited Recall of Specialized Dry Pet Foods Due to Possible Health Risk

Female Hormone Spray Toxic to Pets

Wednesday, August 4th, 2010

The United States Food and Drug Administration reports Evamist hormone replacement topical may harm pets.

Read full article:  FDA: Evamist Hormone Spray

Part I: Mosquito Protection for Dogs & Cats

Thursday, July 29th, 2010

Dogs

Mosquito Concerns in Dogs: general discomfort from bites especially for dogs with allergies, Heartworm (three confirmed cases at Dogwood Pet Hospital), West Nile (one confirmed case in West Linn).

Recommendations:

  • Deet Wipes — lightly wipe ears, nose, and underbelly.
  • Avon Skin So Soft
  • Give a monthly heartworm preventative:  Sentinel (tablet), Heartgard Plus (chewable treat form), and Revolution (topical). We recommend Sentinel since it has the added benefit of flea and certain intestinal parasite prevention.

Cats

Mosquito Concerns in Cats: general discomfort from bites  especially for cats with allergies.  Although hearmworm in cats is extremely low in this area, it does exist.

Recommendations:

  • Deet Wipes — lightly wipe ears, nose, and underbelly.
  • Avon Skin So Soft.
  • Monthly heartworm preventive available:  Revolution (topical).

Related Articles:


Part II: Five Tips to Protect Your Pet Naturally from Mosquitoes

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

A soggy spring combined with hot summer temperatures have created a thriving environment for mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are not only bothersome but are capable of transmitting disease in both humans and animals. Protect your pet naturally with the following recommendations:

1. Prevent Heartworm Disease. Heartworms are parasites that can live and breed inside your pet’s heart transmitted by mosquitoes. Adult heartworms can cause heart and lung damage, even death. Learn how to protect your pet from heartworm disease.

2. Keep Pets Indoors. Make sure windows and doors are shut or properly screened.

3. Remove Standing Water Sources. Ideal environments for mosquito larvae.

4. Apply Avon’s Skin So Soft. Apply ears, nose, and underbelly areas.  Conveniently order Avon’s Skin So Soft with our Avon Representative.

5. Circulate Air. Repel mosquitoes with moving air indoors and outdoors. Having an outdoor BBQ or party? Add a fan to repel pesky mosquitoes.

Related Articles:

Part III: Mosquitoes spread infectious disease in dogs: Q & A

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

In response to our unusually high and dangerous mosquito population, we recommend dogs continue or start heartworm prevention. It’s safe, simple to give, and protects your pet against life-threatening parasites.

What are heartworms?
In a nutshell, heartworms are parasites that can live and breed inside your dog’s heart transmitted by mosquitoes. Adult heartworms can cause heart and lung damage, even death.

How do dogs get Heartworm in the first place?
Infected mosquitoes transmit heartworms from one pet to another.  It only takes one infected mosquito!

What are common symptoms of infected pets?
Coughing, lack of energy, labored breathing, and weight loss. We recommend testing yearly for heartworms if not already taking a preventative.

Is heartworm prevalent in our area?
Sadly, almost 300,000 dogs in the U.S. are infected with heartworms annually. Traditionally, heartworms are found in warm, humid climates ideal for mosquitoes however Heartworm IS moving north. Dogwood has confirmed 3 cases of heartworm–all patients were not taking a  preventative.

What exactly is “heartworm prevention” and where do I get it?

Heartworm prevention is a prescription tablet given once monthly.  It’s easy and safe to give, in fact most dogs take it as a treat. We recommend giving Sentinel tablets (protects against heartworm, roundworm, whipworm, and fleas) or Heartgard Plus chewables (same as the Sentinel except no flea protection). We ALWAYS carry both products, GUARANTEE it’s efficacy, and routinely offer coupons and rebates. [ add links to both products].

Is it safe to give a monthly heartworm preventative?
YES! We at Dogwood Pet Hospital confidently give our own dogs a monthly Sentinel tablet since it covers fleas too. By giving a monthly preventative, you’re not only protecting your dog from infectious disease, but your family as well! The United States Center for Disease Control reports that 1 to 3 million people are infected with zoonotic diseases every year and 700 plus Americans experience permanent or partial blindness from roundworm parasites. Roundworm protection is an added bonus of Sentinel and Heargard Plus!

How much does heartworm prevention cost?
Protecting your dog from heartworm, fleas, whipworms, hookworms, and roundworms costs as low as $15/month.  We routinely have rebates and special offers too!

I’d like to start protecting my dog and family today. How do I begin my dog on heartworm prevention?
It’s easy! Your pet needs an exam within the last year and a current heartworm blood test. Once your pet begins monthly prevention, we recommend testing for heartworms every 2 years just in case a dose is missed.

Related Links: The Oregonian:”Floodwater mosquito are bombarding the Portland area,” published July 9, 2010, American Heartworm Society, Sentinel Heartworm Prevention.

Closed Saturday, July 24th | Hospital Remodel/Improvements

Monday, July 19th, 2010

Dear clients:

Exciting things are happening at Dogwood! After 30 years of yellow
counters and floors, and more than 15 years with the grey counters, we are
remodeling half of our building now, and the rest later this year. Please
bear with us through the mess, and we will have a better environment for
you and your pets.

To facilitate the floor and counter changes, we will be closed this Saturday, July 24th. We will reopen Monday morning at 7:30. Please plan accordingly for food and prescription pickup and patient visits.

If you have a pet health emergency this Saturday, please call SE Portland Animal
Hospital at 503-255-8139.

Thank you for your understanding of our mess, and come see our new look!

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Leaping Lizards! Learn all about bearded dragons at Gresham Petco this Saturday

Friday, July 16th, 2010

Petco Reptile Rally

Keeping your pets safe during the heat

Friday, July 9th, 2010
  • Avoid Car Rides – leaving your pet in a parked car during hot weather, even for a few minutes, can quickly lead to heat stroke and death.dog_sun
  • Keep Walks Short – hot pavement can burn your dog’s paws. Limit walks to early morning or late evening.  Don’t forget to bring water.
  • Provide Extra Water – keep fresh, cool, and multiple water dishes around the house. Remember dogs don’t sweat so they need extra hydration.
  • Keep Your Home Cool & Ventilated

More summer pet care tips…

Our Fourth of July Holiday Hours

Saturday, July 3rd, 2010

Dogwood Pet Hospital’s Holiday Hours:

  • Saturday, July 3rd, 7:30 a.m. – noon (closing early)
  • Sunday, July 4th, CLOSED
  • Monday, July 5th, 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. (back to normal business hours)

If we are closed and your pet needs veterinary medical care, call VCA South East Portland Animal Hospital.

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