Chippewa Animal Hospital

01/17/2022

To all the wonderful pet owners who have visited the Chippewa Animal Hospital over the years and pet owners seeking information on current scheduling:
Drs. Cynthia Maro, Annette Anleu and Daniel Jones have appreciated and valued the relationships we have formed and the opportunity to care for your pets in our Chippewa office.
Managing the challenges of staffing during the pandemic has led us to make the difficult decision to permanently close the Chippewa location, in order to adequately serve as many clients as possible.
We have consolidated our staff teams into Ellwood Animal Hospital and Cranberry Holistic Pet Care offices. Please contact us at 724-758-8882 or 724-742-3200 to request an appointment.
For more info regarding services available, visit: ellwoodvet.com or cranberryholisticvet.com

11/26/2020

Happy Thanksgiving! We are grateful for you and your pets.
For Thanksgiving pet health tips and info on foods to avoid feeding pets, read this article written by Dr. Cindy Maro.

Attending to pets requires us to slow down, and bring mindful attention to our pets' needs, which is especially necessary for preventing potential health and safety risks

10/27/2020

Wondering why vets are so busy? Watch this video and keep in mind, that the entire staff and doctors at Cranberry Holistic Pet Care are doing our best to keep up with your pets' needs, in spite of continued heavy demand from pet owners for appointments.

Wondering why your veterinarian has been so busy this year? Pets may not need to mask up, but COVID-19 and its effects on human society has caused an unprece...

09/08/2020

Today is Rabies Awareness Day. Remember to keep your pet's up to date on their Rabies vaccines, because Rabies doesn't stop for COVID. Our doctors are not in favor of over vaccinating, but Rabies is a real threat and PA ranks among one of the highest Rabies risk states in the country. Please call us to be certain to get your pet's Rabies vaccine updated.

09/08/2020

09/07/2020

Happy Labor Day!

08/20/2020

Dogs usually tolerate zucchini well. However, feeding your dog a large amount of anything can lead to digestive upset, and it is always a good idea to observe your dog any time you offer a new food item.

Large pieces of zucchini can pose a choking hazard for dogs. You can avoid this by chopping zucchini up into small pieces, or steaming it for dogs that have difficulty chewing. Feeding an entire zucchini to a dog is not advisable.

If you plan on feeding your dog zucchini, set aside a few chunks as you prepare your meal. Oils, salts, seasonings, and vegetables, such as garlic and onions, are harmful to dogs, so you should not feed your dog zucchini that has been prepared with any of these ingredients.

08/16/2020

Raw dog food mimics the natural diet of your dog's wild ancestors. Read more about the best affordable frozen and freeze-dried raw diets for your dog.

07/28/2020

Our veterinary staff LOVE caring for pets and their families. We understand how important your Furkids are to you, especially during this challenging time.
Due to growth within the practice, we are seeking additional team members. Please share this post to help us find the next great staff member to care for your companions.
Interested CVT/LVT applicant and Veterinarians may send resumes to [email protected] attn Sarah or cut and paste the following link in your browser. https://go.beyondjustu.com/ellwood/

07/26/2020

Here's a good webinar to help you and your pet deal with separation anxiety.

Live webinar with Dr. Sally J Foote to help reduce Separation Anxiety in your puppy, rescue or adult dog. Handouts and recording included for registrants. 1 hour

07/18/2020

Help us spread awareness and save pet lives! Share this post with your fellow pet parents to make sure they are aware of these heat safety precautions.

Don't forget the signs of overheating in your pet:
- Excessive panting
- Difficulty breathing
- Increased heart rate
- Increased respiratory rate
- Drooling
- Mild Weakness
- Stupor or even collapse

Also be on the lookout for:
- Seizures
- Bloody diarrhea & vomit
- Elevated body temperature over 104 degrees