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We’re celebrating #ProudPetParents and the pets they love. Meet Tyler, our featured Pet of the Week! > Domestic Shorthair Cat > 9 years old > Tyler has been a miracle kitty since the day his family found him. His mama had been hit while carrying him, and he was thrown to the side of the road. Nine years later, this sweet boy went through brain surgery to remove two tumors at MedVet Columbus with the neurology team. Now, he is thriving and back to being a happy boy! ... MedVet has hospitals across the country that are providing care for pets and their loving families. Are you a #ProudPetParent? Share your pet with us at https://hubs.la/H0MdQW60 and we may highlight them on our social channels!

We are excited to welcome Dr. Schrader to our Emergency Medicine Team! Learn more about Dr. Schrader: https://hubs.la/H0MST710

It’s #LostSockMemorialDay which is a good reminder to clean out your drawer of those single socks that have lost their mate. Sometimes we blame the washer or dryer for the missing item. But some of us have mischievous pets that like to steal them or (even worse) eat them! Our surgeons have often had to remove socks from pets’ gastrointestinal tracts.

Happy Mother’s Day! Share your favorite Mom’s day pet pics.

It is that time of year to review your emergency plans. Make sure your pet is included so you have everything you need to keep them safe and healthy. To ensure your pet first aid kit includes the necessary supplies, check out: https://hubs.la/H0MdJq70 #NationalAnimalDisasterPreparednessDay #NationalPetWeek

What a wonderful world it would be if everyone was as kind to each other as our pets are to us! A gentle reminder for #WorldKindnessDay that you never know someone else’s struggle or story. Spread kindness today!

Veterinarians diagnose parvovirus by evaluating symptoms and doing lab tests. With no cure, treatment usually consists of intensive care to combat dehydration and prevent secondary infections. The best thing you can do for your pup is prevent it. Make sure they are vaccinated and ensure the pet providers and services you support practice good hygiene and cleaning procedures. This includes breeders, shelters, pet stores, dog parks, groomers, day cares and boarding facilities, and dog trainers. #PreventParvo

Today we honor all those who have served our country, including the military dogs who have served alongside the brave men and women who protect our freedoms. Happy Veterans Day!

The onset of canine parvovirus starts with a variety of symptoms that can present very similar to other gastrointestinal issues. Untreated, it can cause rapid dehydration, damage to the intestines, and can lead to death in a matter of days. Early treatment is imperative, but with no medication to combat the virus, treatments are not always successful. Treatment can be intensive which is why prevention through proper vaccination is best. #PreventParvo

Today is brought to you by the letters C and D (since we love cats and dogs so much), and the number 30 (since MedVet has 30 locations now). It’s Sesame Street Day! You can celebrate by reliving your childhood, counting to 10, reciting the alphabet, or sharing with us who your favorite character was.

Information on viruses has made headlines for most of 2020. We’ve also heard a lot about puppies and the growing number of households with new furry family members. These two topics collide with canine parvovirus. Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious and dangerous virus that can affect any dog, but unvaccinated dogs and puppies younger than four months old are most at risk. The virus impacts the gastrointestinal system, and with no specific medication available to kill the virus, infected dogs can become very sick and often die. We’ll be sharing some information on parvovirus over the next few days. The most important thing you can do to help prevent parvovirus is have your pup vaccinated. #PreventParvo