April 2015

Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital

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Happy spring! We hope you and your pet are enjoying the sunshine and were able to get a walk in over the weekend! Thanks to everyone that attended the Hound Egg Hunt in Palatine. It was a huge success that drew out hundreds of dogs and their owners.

April is an important month for building awareness about animal cruelty. April is dedicated to educating people on what they can do to help prevent cruelty towards animals. Take time this month to visit or volunteer at your local humane society and spread the word about no kill shelters like the Buddy Foundation.

We're gearing up for our spring and summer events- stayed tuned for more information!

In this Issue

Alert! Canine Influenza

National Pet First Aid Awareness Month

READ Event

Heartworm Prevention

Feline Initiative

An Afternoon With Hinsdale Humane Society

April 26th, 11 am to 1 pm.

Join in the fun with the Hinsdale Humane Society and the Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ). Children can meet a variety of dogs while pet therapy handlers talk about the READ program, animal welfare, and education. Book readings and kid friendly activities (perfect for children under 8) will take place throughout the afternoon. Snacks and drinks available.

Enjoy this in-store Room and Board Event.

2525 W 22nd St

Oakbrook, Il 60523

630-571-7801

Reserve your spot today!

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Alert!!!! Canine Influenza

Due to the current outbreak of Canine Influenza we are recommending that all dogs stay out of high risk areas for the next four to six weeks. High risk areas include dog parks, grooming salons, and day care and boarding facilities. If you need to visit these areas there is a vaccine available. The canine flu vaccine is a series of two vaccines given two weeks apart with coverage starting seven days after the second vaccination. Symptoms of the flu are fever, lethargy, discharge from the nose and coughing. Please call our office to schedule an appointment if your pet is showing symptoms, have any additional questions, or would like to schedule an appointment for your vaccinations. Visit our website for a list of groomers and sitters that can come to your home during this time.

Call (847) 310-8668 with questions or to schedule an appointment

National Pet First Aid Awareness Month

April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month. When dogs and cats face life threatening situations it's important to get them to the veterinarian as soon as possible. However, there are a few things owners can do on the way to the veterinarian that can help save their pet's life. The American Red Cross has created tips for owners on how to protect their pets in threatening situations on their website: http://www.redcross.org/news/article/April-Is-Pet-First-Aid-Awareness-Month

More information can be found on the Red Cross Pet First Aid App.

American Red Cross Tips for Pet Owners:

Signs of pet poisoning include bleeding externally or internally, dilated pupils, foaming at the mouth, and seizures
Pets bitten by other pets need medical attention to prevent infection and to check for internal wounds
If pets have a seizure make sure they are in a safe place, do not restrain the animal. Keep hands away from their mouth, as they may not recognize you and bite
If your pet is bleeding apply direct pressure using gauze over the bleeding site. If blood soaks through apply more gauze (do not remove soaked gauze) until you can reach a veterinary hospital

Heartworm / Flea and Tick Prevention

Remember to take advantage of our heartworm promotion. Flea and tick season is right around the corner too. Protect your pet today with specials on all our heartworm medications including Heartgard Plus, and Revolution. We now offer a monthly oral flea and tick medication, NexGard. Frontline Plus, the monthly topical flea and tick medication is still available. Call the office (847) 310-8668 for more information on these specials.

Feline Initiative

Our feline initiative is now in full swing. Cat owners can now book fifteen minute appointments with our techs to learn techniques for getting cats into their carriers and to the veterinarian, signs and symptoms of illness owners can look for, and tips for keeping cats healthy at home. Owners also have the opportunity to ask questions about any health concerns they have regarding their cat.

We hope your 2015 is going well for you!

Dr. House and the Staff of Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital