Bloom Animal Hospital

08/18/2026

🐾 Exciting news! Dr. Paul Bloom was featured as a co-author in a February 2025 article sharing his expert secrets for stress-free vet visits! 🐾

As an Elite Fear Free Certified specialist, Dr. Bloom is leading the charge to kick fear, anxiety, and stress out of the clinic. 🙅‍♂️✨

His top tips for a happier visit:

Calming Meds: Give prescribed pre-visit meds before leaving home so your pet stays relaxed.🐾

Cozy Carriers: Leave cat carriers out permanently and feed treats inside so they feel safe. 🐱

Total Teamwork: Stress-free care starts in your living room and continues through the appointment. 🤩

Paws and Pause: If a pet gets too stressed during an exam, we stop! 🚫

Comfort comes first.We are so proud of Dr. Bloom for making pet care a gentler, happier experience! ❤️

https://www.dvm360.com/view/tips-for-making-veterinary-visits-less-stressful-for-patients

08/17/2026

🐈‍⬛ HAPPY BLACK CAT APPRECIATION DAY! 🐾

Forget the old superstitions—the only thing these mini house panthers are guilty of is stealing your heart (and maybe your favorite chair)! 🖤

Today, we are celebrating the sleekest, most misunderstood felines in the kingdom. Did you know black cats actually take the longest to get adopted in shelters?

Let's change that narrative today!Here is how you can join the celebration

Flaunt Your Panther: Drop a photo of your dark-furred royalty in the comments! 📸

Spoil Them Rotten: Double the treats and extra chin scratches are mandatory today. 🍖

Spread the Love: Tag a friend who needs a lucky charm in their life. 🍀

Adopt or Foster: Open your heart to a shelter cat waiting for a forever home. 🏠

Use the hashtag to flood the feed with pure, sleek perfection! ✨👇

https://nationaltoday.com/black-cat-appreciation-day/

08/14/2026

🎉🐾 Say goodbye to vet-visit jitters and hello to happy tails! 🐾

🎉Being a Fear Free Advocate means we treat your pet's emotional health like royalty! 👑✨ No more shaking, hiding, or scary moments. We use sneaky-good treats 🍗, calming vibes 🌸, and ultra-gentle handling to turn scary checkups into a total party! 🥳🐶🐱

We read their body language like a book 📖 to make sure they feel totally safe, super loved, and completely stress-free! ❤️

Because a happy pet means a happy human! 🐾✨

Put your pets first by ensuring that their care, from beginning to end, is as Fear Free as possible. A veterinarian shares her story.

08/13/2026

Meet the undisputed queen of cozy, Mabel! 👑🐶

Mabel recently visited our office for an anesthetic ear flush, and now she is officially back on regular duty: relaxing hard with her wonderful family. 🐾❤️

Ear discomfort is never fun, but with clean ears and lots of home pampering, she is living her absolute best life.We are so glad we could help you feel better, Mabel! 💙

Let's all wish her a wonderful, nap-filled recovery in the comments below! 👇❤️

08/10/2026

🧠 Did you know our very own Dr. Paul Bloom is basically a publishing rockstar? 🌟

For much of his career, Dr. Bloom hasn’t just been treating patients—he’s been writing the book on better health by contributing to major medical articles and journals! 📝✨

Now, he’s sharing that world-class expertise directly with you. If you or your kiddos dread ear pain, his latest insight is a must-read. 👇

What you'll learn:Ditch the discomfort: Why repeat ear infections happen.

Proactive protection: Simple habits to save your ears.

Fast relief: Smart ways to stop the burn early.👉

Click the link to read "Stop Getting Burned by Ear Infections" and keep your ears happy! 👂❤️

https://www.dvm360.com/view/stop-getting-burned-ear-infections

08/07/2026

🐾 Ready to Bust Boredom AND Bravely Conquer Fears?

Happy ! ❤️Did you know that you can literally play your dog’s worries away? 🧠✨

Reducing Canine FAS (Fear, Anxiety, and Stress) isn't just about avoiding scary things. It is about building unstoppable confidence through fun! When dogs play, their brains release feel-good chemicals that naturally overpower stress. 🚀

Here are 3 quick games to turn fear into fun today:

The Sniff Safari 👃 – Hide stinky treats inside a rolled-up towel. Sniffing lowers a dog's heart rate and naturally soothes their nervous system.

The "Ready, Set, Go!" 🚦 – Build focus by having them sit, holding a toy, and then shouting "Go!" to release them. This turns impulse control into a rewarding game.

The Box Party 📦 – Toss treats inside an empty cardboard box. Stepping inside and hearing the crinkle builds massive confidence with weird textures and noises!The Golden Rule: Always keep it positive and let your pup set the pace. If they back away, take a step back and make it easier.

👇 Want more expert games to build a fearless pup? 👇

Ready to turn your backyard into a safe, enriching space your dog will love? This downloadable handout is packed with simple ideas to help you make outdoor time more joyful—and more Fear Free. From scent-based games to splash zones, you’ll find easy ways to support your dog’s emotional and phy...

08/06/2026

what is a chin rest? 🐾👇

Check out this video for details and training advise?

Reading Time: < 1 minuteShare onThe chin rest behavior encourages your dog to remain in a stationary position and place for a duration of time to allow for easier handling. From nail trims to blood draws or vaccinations, this behavior comes in handy more often than not. Check out these tips from Fea...

08/05/2026

We love what we do, but we love making our clients happy even more. Thank you to everyone who takes the time to drop us a review—you keep our team fueled and smiling! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

08/04/2026

New resident spotlight! 🚨

Please join Dr. Paul Bloom and the entire team at the Allergy, Skin & Ear Clinic for Pets in welcoming Sophie Strome to our team! 🩺🐾

Dr. Sophie Strome is officially joining our practice in Livonia, Michigan, to begin her veterinary dermatology residency. We are incredibly fortunate to have someone of her caliber join our specialized team. We are eager to support her growth and watch her dedication help your beloved pets achieve healthy, comfortable, and itch-free skin.

✨🐶🐱 Please leave a warm note or a 🐾 in the comments below to welcome Dr. Strome to our clinic family as she begins this exciting new chapter! 👇

07/24/2026

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Summer brings longer days, vacations, outdoor adventures, and family fun, but for many pets, it can also bring unfamiliar routines, increased noise, travel, heat, and environmental changes that may contribute to fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS). By planning ahead and making thoughtful adjustments, pe...