Levy Veterinary Hospital

08/10/2026

07/16/2026

Thank you for nominating us for Favorite Veterinarian for the second year in a row! Please vote every day from now until August 15 under the "Family Health" category at https://nolafamily.com/family-favorites/

07/02/2026

July 4th and New Year's Eve can be the scariest nights of the year for many pets. At least 1 out of 3 dogs suffer from "noise aversion" (a fear of loud noises such as fireworks, thunderstorms, or construction noise). There are several things you can do to help, both before and during an episode. See below for how you can help.

WHAT YOU CAN DO NOW:
- Microchip your pet and secure your environment. Many pets go missing every year when they get frightened and run away. Make sure your house and yard is escape-proof, and microchip your pet to dramatically increase the chances they return home safe in the event of an escape.
- Training techniques such as desensitization (slowly getting used to loud noises) and counter-conditioning (associating loud noises with something positive, like a special toy or treat) can help lessen your pet's anxiety when the fireworks start.
- Talk to your vet. There are many other things you can do to prepare. Nutritional supplements such as Composure PRO Chews and calming pheromones like Adaptil can provide non-prescription relief for many dogs. In some cases, prescription medications may be appropriate.

WHAT TO DO DURING THE FIREWORKS:
- Firstly, stay calm yourself. Do not scold or punish your pet; you may unintentionally reinforce that there is something to fear. Comfort but do not fuss over your dog since this may become a reward for the behavior, making future episodes even worse.
- Provide background noise from music (especially classical music) or television to distract from the noises outside. Moving to a room with no windows (or heavily curtained windows) will also lessen the noise and remove the additional problem of flashing lights.
- Provide plenty of familiar toys and games that might help to distract your pet, and try to arrange company for your dog rather than leaving him alone in the room. If your friend or relative has a dog that is not scared of loud noises and gets along well with your own, inviting them over can be a good idea. If you or your friend plays with the non-fearful dog when your own becomes scared, it may help to encourage him to join in and thus reduce his fear.

06/08/2026

UPDATE (6/11/2026): Pet dog travel to Mexico will proceed according to previously established procedures. Updated requirements will be posted by U.S. Department of Agriculture once they are finalized.

PET TRAVEL ALERT: Mexico is currently prohibiting the travel of pet dogs from the USA due to New World screwworm. If you were planning to travel with your dog to Mexico, you will need to make other arrangements temporarily. Visit USDA APHIS for more information:

This page will guide you through the rules and requirements for traveling from the United States to Mexico with your pet.

06/07/2026

A Big Welcome for Coco! 🐾🌼💕

Everyone, please join us in giving a warm welcome to one of the newest member of the Levy Veterinary family, the sweet and courageous Coco!

Coco was an absolute superstar during her appointment checkup with Dr. Levy. She showed us just how brave she can be, and she certainly earned a gold star (and plenty of her favorite treat—cheese! 🧀).

We are so happy to be part of Coco’s health journey. Welcome to the family, sweet girl! 🐶🩺🥼

06/06/2026

It's June, and that means hurricane season has officially started. Now is the time to prepare, before a storm threatens our area. The AVMA has out together a great guide to help prepare for emergencies; visit https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/emergency-care/pets-and-disasters for more info.

05/24/2026

This Memorial Day, the team at Levy Veterinary Hospital pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in our nation’s armed forces. We are profoundly grateful for their selflessness and dedication to protecting our freedom.

In observance of the holiday, our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We will resume our normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th.

05/01/2026

Welcome Lady Penelope Tabby! 🐾

Help us welcome Lady Penelope Tabby to the Levy Veterinary Hospital family! This tiny "Lil Nugget" had her very first exam today.

She was such a brave girl throughout her checkup. We are already head-over-paws for this cutie!

04/10/2026

Well, there is a very good reason that the American Heartworm Society triennial meeting is always held in New Orleans. Once again, we retain the notoriety as Heartworm Central.

Drum roll, please! The AHS has released their new heartworm incidence map and survey. The bad news? Heartworm disease is being diagnosed nationwide. The good news? Heartworm disease is PREVENTABLE. https://bit.ly/4c8QNj2