Long Drive Dog and Cat Hospital

09/29/2026

🦷🐾 A Healthy Smile Means a Healthier Pet! 🐾🦷

Did you know that dental disease is one of the most common health problems we see in dogs and cats? And unfortunately, those pearly whites can hide more than meets the eye!

Plaque and tartar buildup can lead to bad breath, painful gums, tooth loss, and infection. If left untreated, dental disease can also impact your pet’s overall health.

That’s why regular dental cleanings are so important! A professional dental cleaning allows our veterinary team to remove buildup both above and below the gumline, evaluate the health of each tooth, and identify problems that may not be visible during a routine exam.

🐶🐱 Signs your pet may need a dental check include:
• Bad breath
• Yellow or brown buildup on the teeth
• Red, swollen, or bleeding gums
• Difficulty chewing
• Dropping food while eating
• Loose or missing teeth
• Changes in eating habits

Give your pet something to smile about! 💙 Schedule their dental evaluation with our team and let’s keep those tails wagging and those whiskers happy! 🐾

09/25/2026

It’s been a little while since we’ve been active on Facebook, but we’re excited to be back and ready to share more of what’s happening around Long Drive!

Moving forward, you can expect to see:
🐶🐱 Patient spotlights and adorable faces
💡 Helpful pet health tips and information
👩‍⚕️ Meet-the-team features and behind-the-scenes moments
🏥 Hospital updates and announcements
❤️ A little bit of fun along the way!

At Long Drive Dog and Cat Hospital, we’re proud to provide compassionate, personalized care to our patients while building lasting relationships with the families who trust us with their pets.

We’re looking forward to reconnecting with our community and sharing more of the people, pets, and moments that make Long Drive special.

To kick things off, introduce your pet in the comments! Tell us their name, breed, and something that makes them uniquely them. 🐾

We’re happy to be back! ❤️

03/20/2025

02/05/2025

Did Birdie steal your heart? ❤️

08/01/2024

Get prepared for next storm by keeping food and medication on-hand.

07/11/2024

We are back. Power has been restored to our neighborhood. Internet and phones are still affected, so please text or email for appointments.

07/09/2024

We are open today and ready to serve your pet's needs while you wait in the cool A/C.

06/28/2024

Be safe this weekend when taking your pet on outings.
-Provide plenty of water and rest stops along your walk.
-Allow your car time to cool down before loading a pet into the back seats. It takes much longer to cool down than your front seat.

06/26/2024

Hot Dog Danger
Did you know that dogs only have sweat glands in their feet and around their nose? Because of that dogs are much less efficient at cooling themselves like you and I. They wear a fur coat all year and cannot tolerate high temperatures like you and I can.

Panting and restlessness along with a dog who will not stop panting can be early signs of a heat stroke. Other symptoms include rapid breathing, barking or whining, excessive thirst, excessive drooling, and increased heartbeat. Act immediately and call you vet immediately or call/text us at 713-643-0633. We are closed Saturdays and Sundays.

Please be careful with your little friend this summer. We are seeing higher than normal temperatures much earlier in the summer. Keep cool water and plenty of shade available if you cannot take your dog inside. Make sure the shade completely blocks the sun from 11 AM until 7 PM as the sun moves so does your pet's shade.

If you take your pet out for walks, do it on grass or early in the morning. Concrete and blacktop (sidewalks and streets) get too hot for their sensitive feet. You can cause severe burns to their pads, causing the pads to blister or completely peel off. Imagine how badly your feet would burn without shoes on those hot surfaces. Dogs pads are tough but not immune to the hot surfaces.

Just be safe this summer and use a little sense with your pets' care.

06/03/2024

Would you sign up for pet insurance if it cost you less than $100 per year?