High Street Veterinary Practice

10/21/2026

Please feel free to pop this on your gate or front door.
Not everyone loves Halloween 🎃🐶🐱

10/19/2026

🏡🐾 Your home may feel like the safest place for your dog—but you might be surprised by what’s hiding in plain sight!
From chocolate and grapes to medications, cleaning products, plants, antifreeze, rodent poison and even everyday personal-care products, there are 40+ common household items that can be dangerous or toxic to dogs. 🐶⚠️

Take a look around your home and make sure curious noses can’t reach something they shouldn’t. A little prevention can save you from a very scary trip to the vet!
📌 Save & share this checklist with another pet parent!

If you think your pet has gotten into something potentially toxic, contact your veterinarian or an emergency veterinary hospital right away.

If you suspect your pet may have ingested something they should not have, contact us immediately at
☎️(410) 778-2188
You can also contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at
☎️(888) 426-4435 (fees may apply).
☎️Pet Poison Helpline (800)-213-6680
🌐www.petpoisonhelpline.com

If you should have an emergency, please contact
➡️Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic
at (410)-224-0331.
➡️Middletown Vet Hospital (302)-378-2342
➡️Vida Veterinary Urgent Care, Middletown, DE (302) 676-8432

As a pet parent, it’s your job to keep your dog safe. But have you ever wondered if there might be toxic items in your house you need to hide from your pet? Here are some things your dog should definitely avoid.

10/19/2026

10/18/2026

🎃🐾 Trick or TREAT… but make it pup-friendly! 🐶
Halloween candy is for the humans, but our pups don’t have to miss out on the fun! Whip up these easy Pumpkin & Peanut Butter Halloween Dog Treats for your favorite little trick-or-treater. 🦴🧡

Just remember: always use xylitol-free peanut butter!
👻 Save the recipe & share it with your fellow dog parents!

10/17/2026

10/16/2026

It's important to have a pet preparedness plan in place in the event of a crisis or emergency. With the world changing daily, it is more important than ever.

Consider the following steps when preparing your plan:
📌Designate a close family member or friend to care for your pets in the event you are unable to.
📌Keep your pets up-to-date on their vaccinations and have copies of their health records in a pet-to-go bag.
📌Microchip your pet and ensure contact information is current.
📌Pets should also always wear a collar with a proper ID tag.
📌Create a pet preparedness to-go-bag.
There are many things that can be added to your preparedness kit to ensure you and your pets are prepared for any crisis.
📌Your contact information
📌Photocopied veterinary records & county registration
📌Recent photographs of each of your pets
📌Waterproof container for documents
📌A two-week supply of food & water for each animal
📌Non-spill food and water dishes
📌2-week supply of any needed medications
📌Leash, collar with ID, and harness
📌Toys
📌Pet first aid book and first aid kit including gauze, bandages, thermometer, etc.
📌Cleaning supplies for accidents (paper towels, plastic bags, disinfectant)

A preparedness plan will help you and your pets remain calm and eliminate unnecessary stress. Remember, the simple act of petting and snuggling can reduce anxiety for both people and pets in the midst of an evolving crisis.

10/14/2026

If you think your pet has gotten into something potentially toxic, contact your veterinarian or an emergency veterinary hospital right away.

If you suspect your pet may have ingested something they should not have, contact us immediately at
☎️(410) 778-2188
You can also contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at
☎️(888) 426-4435 (fees may apply).
☎️Pet Poison Helpline (800)-213-6680
🌐www.petpoisonhelpline.com

If you should have an emergency, please contact
➡️Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic
at (410)-224-0331.
➡️Middletown Vet Hospital (302)-378-2342
➡️Vida Veterinary Urgent Care, Middletown, DE (302) 676-8432

10/13/2026

🌼🐾 Are Your Fall Mums Pet-Safe?
Mums may be a fall favorite, but did you know chrysanthemums are toxic to both dogs and cats? 🍂🐶🐱

If your pet decides those pretty fall flowers look more like a snack, they may experience vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, skin irritation, or loss of coordination.
🎃 Pet Parent Tip: Keep mums out of reach of curious paws and mouths—or choose a pet-friendly fall plant instead!

If you think your pet has eaten part of a mum, give your veterinarian a call for guidance. ❤️

If you should have an emergency, please contact:
➡️First State Urgent Vet - Newark (302) 273-0616 https://www.firststateurgentvet.com/index.html
➡️Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic
at 410-224-0331.
➡️Middletown Vet Hospital 302-378-2342
➡️Vida Veterinary Urgent Care, Middletown, DE (302) 676-8432

If you find a stray animal in Kent, Cecil, or Queen Anne's County and need assistance from Animal Control, please call:
☎Kent County - 410-708-5006
☎Queen Anne's County- 410-758-2393
☎Cecil County - (410) 441-2040

10/10/2026

🐭🍂 As the temperatures drop, we’re not the only ones looking for a warm place to stay! Rodents often start making their way indoors—and that can mean an increased use of rodenticides around homes, garages, sheds, and neighborhoods.

Unfortunately, rodent poison can be extremely dangerous to our pets. 🐶🐱 Knowing what products are out there, recognizing the signs of possible exposure, and taking a few simple precautions can make all the difference.

🐾 Prevention is the best medicine! Keep rodenticides securely stored, consider traps instead of bait when possible, and keep a close eye on curious pets during those fall walks.

If you suspect your pet may have gotten into rodenticide, contact your veterinarian right away. ❤️

If you should have an emergency, please contact:
➡️First State Urgent Vet - Newark (302) 273-0616 https://www.firststateurgentvet.com/index.html
➡️Anne Arundel Veterinary Emergency Clinic
at 410-224-0331.
➡️Middletown Vet Hospital 302-378-2342
➡️Vida Veterinary Urgent Care, Middletown, DE (302) 676-8432

If you find a stray animal in Kent, Cecil, or Queen Anne's County and need assistance from Animal Control, please call:
☎Kent County - 410-708-5006
☎Queen Anne's County- 410-758-2393
☎Cecil County - (410) 441-2040

10/09/2026

Busy with Halloween and all those fall festivities? Don't forget your pet! 🐾
Need to pick up a dose of your pet's preventatives? Call us at 410-778-2188! 📞