Pet Care Articles

When: October 2011

Where: 1701 W 2^nd Ave
Corsicana, TX 75110

What: $25 for FIV/Leukemia Test, Flea Treatment, Vaccinations (Rabies & FVRCP), Feline Neuter, and a dose post-operative of pain medication. ($175 value)

Here’s what you need to know:

• Only male cats 3 months and older are eligible for this program and only 3 cats per household will be allowed
• Only 100 spaces available. Appointments MUST be made in advance.
• Other clinic services including additional tests, deworming, heartworm medication, month long flea preventives and e-collars will be available at an additional charge.
• Cats must be brought into the clinic in carriers clearly marked with the owner’s name. No cat can be brought in in boxes, pillow cases, or carried in by the owner. If you do not have a carrier, we can supply you with one for $5.00.
• Cats must appear healthy, be a normal weight, and can not be crypt-orchid (having retained testicles).
• Payment is due at the time of drop off and there will be no refunds. If cat does not need one of the listed treatments, the $25 payment is still required.
• If a cat is found to be positive for Feline Leukemia or FIV, we will immediately call the owner to discuss options. No refunds will be issued in these circumstances, and any procedures or treatments needed at this point will be charged at regular price.

Please contact us at 903-874-7226 if interested in sponsoring this event or scheduling an appointment for your pet!

The limit of 100 cats may be expanded if adequate sponsorship is received.

It’s that time of the year in Texas when weather can literally change in an instant.  It is important that we remember that with the changes in seasons come many new hazards for our pets.  As people prepare their automobiles for the cold weather, antifreeze toxicity should be a great concern to all pet parents.

Ethylene glycol (antifreeze) is a liquid used to prevent liquids from freezing.  Most of us are familiar with the “antifreeze” that is in our automobile’s radiators; However, did you know that is can be found in many other types of products (brake fluid, paints, cleaners and solvents). Many of these products are less likely to cause a problem, because these products usually contain less than 10% of Ethylene glycol.

Antifreeze for our cars radiator is 95% ethylene glycol. Because antifreeze tastes sweet, it is very likely that your pet will find it to be enticing and tasty. The minimal lethal dosage for dogs is about a tablespoon of antifreeze for every 10 lbs of weight and about one teaspoon for the average sized cat.

Signs of intoxication can start as early as 30 minutes and last for up to 12 hours post-ingestion. The signs include nausea, vomiting, lethargy, ataxia (unable to walk correctly, as if they were drunk). Dogs may appear to be very thirsty and have increased urination. Cats are more likely to be lethargic.

It is extremely important not to ignore these signs. In order to have a chance of saving your pets life, your pet must receive the antidotes within 4-8 hours after intoxication. Failure to recognize and start treatment in this time frame is almost certain to lead to irreversible kidney failure and death of your pet.

So, be aware of any spills of antifreeze if you change or add antifreeze to your cars radiator. Make sure that bottles are stored properly and away from your pets, and that the bottles are not leaking. It is not uncommon for cracks to develop in the bottles if they are dropped or sat down too hard. Also remember, older cars can develop leaks so check them regularly.