09/02/2026
Our team at Adoring Pets Veterinary Health Center would like to thank you for being an important part of our family! As we approach the holiday weekend, we wanted to share our upcoming holiday hours, provide some helpful pet safety tips, and give you fun ideas to celebrate Labor Day with your furry friends.
Labor Day Hours
We will be CLOSED on Saturday, September 5th AND Monday, September 7th, and will reopen for normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8th
PLEASE PLAN TO GET YOUR FOOD AND MEDICATIONS BY FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 4TH BEFORE 5PM!!!!!!
Fun Ways to Celebrate Labor Day with Your Dog
Popular festivities for Labor Day weekend are usually outdoors and tend to involve friends, family, food, and fireworks. Bonus points if you can add a boat, a body of water, a pool, or even a garden hose—especially when it is still so hot outside. Many of these activities offer a great opportunity to include your dog in the fun, as long as you keep a few safety precautions in mind.
Here are some ideas to make the day special for both you and your pet:
Host a Dog-Friendly BBQ: Set up a special area with shade, water, and dog-friendly treats. Add a kiddie pool for extra fun!
Plan a Picnic in the Park: Enjoy a leisurely stroll at a dog-friendly park and pack a picnic basket with dog treats and toys.
Attend a Dog-Friendly Event: Look for local Labor Day events that welcome dogs. Just make sure your dog is comfortable in crowds, and be cautious if fireworks are part of the agenda.
Backyard Movie Night: Create a cozy outdoor theater and watch a movie with your dog.
Take a Nature Walk: Enjoy a hike or walk in nature. Choose a trail that’s suitable for dogs and bring plenty of water to keep you and your pup hydrated.
Organize a Dog Playdate: Invite friends and their dogs over for a playdate. Set up games like fetch or even a mini agility course for extra fun.
Food Safety
Keep your pets safe this Labor Day by avoiding sweets and leftovers and keeping toxic foods like grapes, onions, garlic, and xylitol out of reach—click here for a full list of harmful foods.
Emergency Care: If your pet requires immediate care during the holiday closure, please contact:
ORCHARD PARK VETERINARY MEDICAL CENTER - 716-662-6660
VILLAGE VETERINARY CLINIC OF HAMBURG - 716-646-4023
BLUE PEARL PET HOSPITAL - 716-839-4043
CREEKVIEW VETERINARY CENTER - 716-782-7335
GREEN ACRES VETERINARY CENTER - 716-694-0122
EVS PET URGENT CARE OF NIAGARA - 877-874-4838
Wishing you and your family a safe and happy Labor Day weekend filled with fun, relaxation, and plenty of tail wags!