Living Waters Veterinary Clinic

10/22/2026

✦ 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 ✦
🐾 𝘓𝘺𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘺, 𝘝𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘯 🐴

Q: What do you love most about working in vet med?

"I love working in vet med because I get to be a voice for those who can’t speak for themselves. Being a Veterinary Technician, I get to provide comfort to patients and clients, advocate for my patients, and make a difference in their lives, even in the smallest ways. "

Thank you, Lynsey, for being such a valued part of the Living Waters team! Your hard work, compassion, and dedication mean so much!

10/21/2026

✦ 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 ✦
🦨𝘉𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘨𝘦𝘵, 𝘝𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘈𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 🦨

Q: What do you love most about working in vet med?

"What I love most about veterinary medicine is being able to make a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love them. I love being part of a team that provides compassionate care, comfort, and support during both the happy moments and the hardest goodbyes.

I love helping create a welcoming, supportive environment for both clients and their pets. I strive to make each visit a positive experience, help things run smoothly behind the scenes, and be someone my coworkers can rely on to support the team and provide the best care possible. "

Thank you, Bridget, for being such a wonderful part of the Living Waters team! Your positivity and warm smile brighten the day of everyone you meet, and we’re so grateful to have you on our team!

10/19/2026

🐾 Happy Vet Tech Appreciation Week! 🩺

🐶 Dog hair? Check.
🐱 Cat scratches? Possibly.
🐄 Cow drama? Absolutely.
🐴 Horse-sized problems? You bet.
🐐 Goats with questionable manners? Naturally.
🐷 Questionable smells? Guaranteed.
☕ Caffeine keeping us functioning? 100%.

Welcome to life in mixed animal veterinary medicine, where you might start your day cuddling kittens, spend your afternoon helping with a calving, and end it wondering how you managed to get covered in something you definitely don't want to identify.

Behind every successful veterinary team are vet techs juggling a million things at once, comforting scared patients, supporting worried owners, assisting with procedures, and somehow keeping everything moving while surviving on caffeine and pure determination. 💪🐾

This week, we're celebrating the hardworking, compassionate, slightly crazy people who show up every day for animals of ALL shapes and sizes. From the smallest kitten to the biggest cow, we do a little bit of everything, wear a lot of different hats, and occasionally question our life choices. 😉

But at the end of the day, there's nowhere else we'd rather be! ❤️

Happy Vet Tech Appreciation Week to all the incredible veterinary technicians and support staff out there! You are valued, you are appreciated, and the work you do matters more than you know. 🐾🩺

Over the next few days we will introduce our wonderful Veterinary Technichians and Assistants who work here at Living Waters Veterinary Clinic! 🐶🐱🐴🐄
~ Check back for updates! ~

10/07/2026

🍂 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙒𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙄𝙨 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜… 𝘽𝙪𝙩 𝙁𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨, 𝙏𝙞𝙘𝙠𝙨 & 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙢𝙨 𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙚!🍂

As the temperatures start to cool down and fall settles in, don’t let the changing weather fool you — fleas and ticks can still be active! Keeping your pets protected year-round is an important part of keeping them healthy, comfortable, and parasite-free.

And don’t forget about heartworm prevention! Heartworms are a serious and potentially life-threatening disease, so staying consistent with prevention is an important part of your pet’s year-round wellness.

Don’t wait until you see a flea or tick! Stop by or call the clinic today to make sure your furry family members are protected with the right flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.

10/06/2026

🐾 Weight Gain Isn't Just About Food 🐾

If your pet has been gaining weight, it might be tempting to blame the treats, but the whole story can be more complicated.

Just like people, pets can gain weight for many reasons, including:
🐶 Less daily activity or changes in routine
🩺 Age-related changes in metabolism
🦴 Arthritis or pain that makes movement uncomfortable
🩻 Underlying medical conditions, such as hormonal disorders

A few extra pounds may not seem like a big deal, but maintaining a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of joint problems, diabetes, heart disease, and other health concerns—while helping your pet enjoy a happier, more active life.

Your veterinary team can help determine why your pet is gaining weight and create a personalized plan that fits their lifestyle and health needs. Sometimes it's as simple as adjusting portions or increasing activity. Other times, a medical evaluation can uncover an issue that needs attention.

❤️ A healthier weight starts with understanding the "why."

📅 If you've noticed your pet is putting on extra pounds, give your veterinary clinic a call to schedule an exam. They can help your pet get back on the path to a healthier, happier life.

10/06/2026

Definitely a great thing to keep in mind, just because your pet is "Slowing down" it's not JUST age, usually there is something behind it like Osteoarthritis or other health conditions that can often be managed!

"They're just getting older." ❤️ Or are they?

It's easy to assume that slowing down is simply part of aging, but many pets are actually living with pain that can be treated.

If your dog doesn't jump into the car anymore, hesitates to climb stairs, sleeps more than usual, or seems less interested in walks or playtime, they may be telling you something. Cats are even better at hiding discomfort, so changes like jumping less, avoiding the litter box, or becoming less social can also be signs of pain.

The good news? Your pet doesn't have to "just live with it."

Today's veterinary medicine offers more options than ever to help pets stay comfortable, active, and enjoying the things they love. From arthritis management and weight support to medications, rehabilitation, and other therapies, your veterinary team can create a plan tailored to your pet's needs.

🐾 If you've noticed changes in your pet's mobility, behavior, or activity level, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian. A simple conversation could make a world of difference in your best friend's comfort and quality of life.

Growing older is inevitable, but living in pain doesn't have to be.

09/10/2026

✨ Employee Spotlight: Bridget & Lynsey! ✨
We are so lucky to have these two amazing ladies on our team! 💕 Bridget and Lynsey bring so much heart, compassion, dedication, and positivity to everything they do. They work hard, care deeply about the people and pets they serve, and always find a way to make the day a little brighter.

09/02/2026

We had the sweetest fur friend stop by for a visit today! 🐶 There’s nothing quite like a wagging tail, a happy face, and a little extra puppy love to brighten our day!
We absolutely love getting to know our patients and their families; not just during appointments, but whenever they come in to say hello. 🐾

08/08/2026

So delighted to attend tonight's performance of Into the Woods by the Little Falls Theatre Company! A phenomenal show - and you can still get tickets for tomorrow night or the Sunday matinee! Don't miss out!

08/07/2026

Good morning! We ARE open today (Friday, 8/7/26) but Dr. Dawson is working solo. If he doesn't answer your call right away, it just means he's with another client. Please leave a message and he will get back to you as soon as he can!