Drs Waters and Poderski are back from their trip to Poland. They had a wonderful time and Dr. Poderski spent a lot of time with family.  This is his hometown in the background. 

June 1st marked the beginning of the dreaded Hurricane Season. Even if we don't like it, it is inevitable. We just need to make sure we are prepared and that we remember our pets when we do our preparations. Always remember, Martin Downs Animal Hospital is a Pet Hurricane Shelter.  All you need to do are follow these few simple rules:

Please stop by and pick up one of our brochures if you think you will be needing to use our facility in the time of a hurricane. You will just need to provide a few simple things:

• Place a $50 non-refundable deposit to reserve a space for your pet as soon as the National Weather Service posts a Hurricane Watch. Pre-pay for 3 nights of boarding when you arrive in case we have no electricity at the end of the storm.  
• Submit a one-time fee of $25 per pet for 24 hour care and any tranquilizations that may be needed.
• Leave your pet's supplies, but they must fit into a milk crate-sized container.
• Bring with you one gallon of water, clay litter (for cats) or wee wee pads (for dogs), a roll of paper towels, and enough food for 5 days labeled in baggies with the pet's name (if you do not bring food then kennel food will be provided for your pet).  
• Please avoid bringing bedding and stuffed toys as we won't have any way to wash them if they become soiled.  
• When the hurricane passes, call MDAH's voice mail for instructions on picking up your pet. If phone services are unavailable, then drive by the hospital and look for signs posted on the door.

Go to our website to read our brochure online or stop by our hospital to pick one up!